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Superlo is celebrating its 80th anniversary this summer. In recognition of this moment, we attempted to discover why Memphians are so crazy about this grocery store. The answer? It isn’t just the fried chicken. (But the fried chicken doesn’t hurt). 

The County Commission delayed final votes Monday on every part of the budget process including setting the tax rate. Several commissioners are saying the three big capital projects in the budget might have to be prioritized.

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Cox was one of only five people who have led the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority since its formation in 1969. At 29 years, his tenure was the longest, by far.

The council will take a final vote on increasing the solid-waste fee by nearly $7 a month — and it will vote on management for four Memphis museums, including the Pink Palace.

Carl Turner, one of the original defendants indicted last year for his involvement in a citywide theft ring, pleaded guilty. 

The trial was initially scheduled to begin June 3, but Luke Evans, Justin Johnson’s attorney, filed a motion May 14 to reschedule it to allow for expert testimony and hearing.

Silverfield spoke to reporters about the progress his team’s made so far this offseason, the Tigers’ ongoing search for a new athletic director, and more.

On Tuesday, the Memphis City Council is scheduled to amend the existing budget so the city can pay the Grizzlies; the payment was not part of the budget when it passed last summer. 

This week’s jigsaw puzzle features an image from Rock-n-Dough Pizza taken by digital director Holly Whitfield for The Daily Memphian.

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“The Memphis region’s STEM talent is growing, but it’s not growing equitably. The largest number of BIPOC employees in STEM roles also coincides with some of the lowest average salaries.”

The Grizzlies hired Noah LaRoche last month as the head of player development and an assistant coach. Does the hire signal anything about the team’s process moving forward?

The portable bookstore will have pop-ups through the rest of the year as the owners prepare to open a brick-and-mortar shop in Memphis.

Proponents of the GPS monitoring devices would like to see Shelby County fund them again but say that financial and logistical challenges stand in the way. 

It was the first win for Memphis since the team beat the Roughnecks in the season opener on March 31.

Tennessee advances to the super regionals and will face Evansville, with the series beginning Friday or Saturday in Knoxville.

The Bulldogs' 2024 season comes to an end with a loss to Virginia in Charlottesville Regional.

Super Bowl-winning quarterback Joe Theismann reached Memphis later in life, but his accomplishments after football have made him a celebrated addition to the community. 

Also happening this week: Four defendants accused in the killing of Memphis rapper Young Dolph are due in court. 

This year’s event featured carnival rides for the kids, an Italian cooking demo, an indoor game of cornhole, and 901 Goats for families to view, along with 46 cooking teams competing in a variety of Italian food cuisine competitions. 

The Shelby County Commission is unlikely to wrap up its budget season Monday, June 3, despite having an agenda with final votes scheduled on the budget and the property tax rate. 

Justin J. Pearson opens his third campaign for the state House in a year and a half. State Senator Brent Taylor reacts to the Trump conviction, and Natalie McKinney opens her challenge of MSCS board chairman Althea Greene.

Recent articles about Memphis pizza inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.