A Tennessee State Parks employee used the materials to create a walking and biking trail at T.O. Fuller State Park. 

“We ask every reader to call your city councilperson or county commissioner and let them know you support Memphis and Shelby County dedicating retiring PILOTs to building a viable and sustainable public transit system.”

Dr. Morgan McDonald replaces Dr. Lisa Piercey, who stepped down last month.

“This order strengthens accountability and transparency around existing school safety planning and assures Tennessee parents that our efforts to protect students and teachers will continue,” Lee said in a press release.

DeAngelo Williams finished his college career as the NCAA leader with 7,573 all-purpose yards. 

Two local experimental musicians, Dinosauria and Pas Moi, on the bill for Memphis Concrète show at the Hi-Tone. 

Tigers coach Penny Hardaway is seeking more help from transfers, and Rasheed Wallace is likely heading west.

Most of the hires (57%) have come from West Tennessee, including Haywood, Tipton, Madison and Fayette counties. But officials say Shelby County residents will play a big role in the construction project.

The largest of the “Sweet 16” shows is called “Homecoming” by native Memphian James Little, who has been working in New York since 1976.

Bain Barbecue & Bakery fully lives up to its name later this week, as a converted propane tank smoker named Peggy is on-site and turning out Texas brisket plus more.

“It’s very exciting to have so many young journalists working in the newsroom,” said Eric Barnes, Daily Memphian CEO. “So many of our staff members — myself included — were once interns. To give back this way and support the future of journalism has always been part of The Daily Memphian’s vision.”

Here are five shows to catch as the last of this late spring fades into three sweaty months of cookouts and fireworks.

Steve Spurrier returned to Memphis on Sunday to accept the AutoZone Liberty Bowl’s Distinguished Citizen Award. Some of his biggest triumphs involved Memphis. They may not be what you think.

The former NBA player, Memphis Tigers assistant and Houston High School coach has gotten into a cutthroat business and already landed some big clients.

Memphis Pride Fest ends weekend of events with a parade down Beale Street. 

Is there any real way to tell whether the whole Fayette-Shelby county line discrepancy is a way to keep Lee Mills from running for District 99?

The enrollment rate for Shelby County has dropped by 23% from 2017 to 2021.

Developer Eduardo Sanchez bought the historic building and plans to renovate the building into luxury apartments, a ground-floor coffee shop and basement speakeasy bar. 

A vessel safety check offers you the peace of mind that your boat meets the federal safety standards. Furthermore, in an emergency, you know that you have the necessary equipment to save lives and be able to summon help.

Eric Grizzard will succeed John Selberg, who is retiring and headed east to become Collierville’s fire chief.

In today’s world, it is hard to envision a leader so willing to accept responsibility in the face of a potential — even likely — monumental failure.

After a two-year break from in-person celebrations, Mid-South Pride hosted its annual Memphis Pride Festival and the Pride Parade on Saturday, June 4, 2022.

Former Melrose coach crafted a second career as principal at Southwest Career and Technology Center. But helping young people thrive was always job No. 1.

“When I saw my child lying on the ground that night, I promised myself I would do whatever I needed to make sure other parents never had to go through what I went through.”

Memphis Music Initiative, a Westwood artist, Memorial Day ceremonies and a U of M Board of Trustees meeting. Vote for your favorite photo from this week.