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    16 Shelby County students are new National Merit Scholars. Here’s who they are.

    These awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution financing the scholarship. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff June 23, 2023
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    In year 70, Memphis Botanic Garden looks to grow even more

    Gina Harris, the Botanic Garden’s director of education and events said the venue has grown “by leaps and bounds” in the last 20 years, adding new gardens and areas, as well as communities served.

    By Liaudwin Seaberry Jr. June 10, 2023
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    $10 deal: Taco Antrax’s Quesadilla de Huitlacoche

    Huitlacoche is a Mexican delicacy, and it’s absolutely delicious. It’s also a black mold that grows on corn, but don’t let that stop you.

    By Joshua Carlucci June 08, 2023
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    Christ Church and 161 other United Methodist churches OK’d to leave

    More than 80% of the 840 UMC churches — and 87% of the members — in the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Annual Conference have chosen to remain with the United Methodist Church.

    By Jane Roberts May 24, 2023
  • Education

    Sharon McNary, ‘triple crown’ of principals, retiring after 40 years in district

    McNary’s leadership produced two big faculty awards, high test scores and a neighborhood that knows her by her smile and Mustang convertible.

    By Jane Roberts May 23, 2023
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    ‘Grounded’ program inspires teen mindfulness, peace work

    A Memphis documentary, “Me and the Light,” inspired the school curriculum Grounded that has touched hundreds. 

    By Jane Roberts May 17, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Houston’s Restaurant sued for alleged racial profiling

    A Mississippi couple has filed a lawsuit against Houston’s Restaurant and their managers after they say they were asked to leave due to what they say was racial profiling.

    By Ben Wheeler May 15, 2023
  • East Memphis

    Steve Pearl was a handyman who could ‘help with anything’

    Christ Church Memphis members mourn the death of Stephen Pearl, director of the church’s facilities, who was attacked outside his home.

    By Jane Roberts May 10, 2023
  • East Memphis

    Three detained after police pursuit at Baptist Memorial Hospital

    Memphis Police Department officers responded to a call Monday night at the hospital about two shooting victims who had arrived in a private vehicle. Shortly after, police pursued suspects who were breaking into a vehicle.

    By Julia Baker May 08, 2023
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    New Eats: East Memphis’ Belle Meade Social opens

    At Belle Meade Social’s soft opening last week, they were serving six appetizers, six salads, three sandwiches, seven entrees, three pizzas and 10 sides from their menu. And at least one of those dishes was described as “beautiful.” 

    By Jennifer Biggs May 09, 2023
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    Miles away, years apart: In Shelby County, where you live impacts how long you’ll live

    For residents of one pocket of Binghampton, the average life expectancy is about 66 years. A few miles away, in East Memphis’ River Oaks, residents can expect to live about 18 years longer. 

    By Aisling Mäki May 04, 2023
  • Public Safety

    Suspect injured after shootout with off-duty officer

    The shooting in the 4800 block of Poplar Avenue occurred at 7:13 p.m. after the off-duty approached the individual and two or three other suspects who were breaking into a Dodge Charger.

    By Julia Baker May 01, 2023
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    Memphians jump-start the weekend with ‘World’s Biggest Bounce House’

    Big Bounce America, the “largest touring inflatable event in the entire world,” pops up at Shelby Farms Park, featuring an obstacle course, an inflatable sports course, “an immersive, intergalactic-themed attraction” and a giant bounce house.

    By Patrick Lantrip April 29, 2023
  • East Memphis

    Children saddle up for equine therapy at Shelby Farms Stables

    Tacking, horse grooming and horseback riding were on the agenda for Memphis parents and children Saturday, April 22, at the equine therapy event at Shelby Farms Stables. 

    By Alicia Davidson April 26, 2023
  • Sports

    Tigers rugby team headed to national championship

    The University of Memphis team landed a spot at nationals after they toppled rival Auburn University April 1 at the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference’s Olympic Rugby Sevens Championship. 

    By Alicia Davidson April 09, 2023
  • East Memphis

    Children hunt more than 2,000 Easter eggs at the Dixon

    Kids made a dash to snag colorful eggs at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens’ annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 8.

    By Alicia Davidson April 08, 2023
  • Food

    Buster’s to open second Liquors & Wines location in the fall

    It’s going to be a big year for Buster’s: In addition to the new butcher shop, the Hammonds are opening a second, larger liquor store at Ridgeway Trace in November.

    By Jennifer Biggs April 06, 2023
  • East Memphis

    Liquor Store location coming to Williamsburg Village

    We’ll have one more breakfast/brunch option next month when the second location of The Liquor Store opens at Williamsburg Village.

    By Jennifer Biggs April 05, 2023
  • Food News

    New corner restaurant plans to cater to its East Memphis neighbors

    Belle Meade Social will open where Jim’s Place and Strano! used to be, and the owners want to “be that local, neighborhood spot where people want to go — not just for when we first open, but for the next 50, 60 years.” 

    By Sherah Ndjongo March 26, 2023
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    What’s going on at Shady Grove? MSCS plans for early childhood hub

    New plans for the former Shady Grove Elementary include pre-K classrooms, new playgrounds, office space for district employees and resources for the surrounding community.

    By Aarron Fleming March 24, 2023
  • City of Memphis

    City Council redistricting votes scheduled for April

    An ad hoc group is expected to recommend several maps to the council with a first council vote scheduled for an April 5 special session. There is no guarantee the council will change the current district lines ahead of October city elections. And the ad hoc group isn’t of one mind on how to redraw the lines.

    By Bill Dries March 23, 2023
  • East Memphis

    Memphis Botanic Garden blooms with Japanese culture — and cherry blossoms

    The boom of Taiko drums, intricate kimonos and koi windsock crafting were just some elements of Japanese arts and culture displayed at Memphis Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Picnic.

    By Alicia Davidson March 18, 2023
  • Premium East Memphis

    Pickleball’s popularity continues to grow

    The number of Memphis-area pickleball courts continues to grow, with at least 18 more in the works. 

    By Blair Kinsey March 13, 2023
  • Music

    Theatre Memphis, Dixon unite for Women in the Arts

    The two East Memphis entities joined forces to commemorate not only Women’s History Month but specifically women in the arts. 

    By Alicia Davidson March 06, 2023
  • Education

    MSCS eyes 36 acres north of Shelby Farms for new high school

    Memphis-Shelby County Schools is considering the purchase of 35.79 acres in Cordova for a new high school.

    By Aarron Fleming February 27, 2023

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