How do Memphians feel about raising taxes? Poll offers clues
A late 2023 poll indicates how voters felt about a tax increase as perception of crime worsened and the city geared up for a municipal-election season.
Three shot on Beale Street
MPD said it responded to a shooting around 3:30 a.m. Saturday on Beale Street.
Chucalissa’s link to slavery and Reconstruction resurfaces
After the Native American inhabitants of Chucalissa left the mound settlement in the 1500s ahead of European explorers arriving in the area, the area became a large cotton plantation.Related story:
Crawfish fest brings bayou-style fun to Overton Square
Saturday marked the 29th year for the Midtown event that merges Memphis and New Orleans cultures, with a bounty of beer, vendors and crustaceans.
Vietnamese pop-up goes from one-off to two permanent locations
Mochi and Mi is opening in Southaven in May, but it’s already serving bahn mi sandwiches, vermicelli bowls and — of course — mochi donuts in Memphis.
What to know: Kroger security guard’s murder trial to start
The trial for former contract security guard Gregory Livingston — who is accused of fatally shooting Alvin Motley after an altercation at an East Memphis gas station — is scheduled to begin Monday, April 29. Here’s some background on the case.
Memphis-based Joffa provides jobs at home, around the globe
The e-commerce site links socially conscious shoppers to handcrafted goods from around the world, and helps provide jobs in the 38126 ZIP code, where Advance Memphis workers staff a fulfillment center.
Redbirds hit a home run with dog-loving fans
Memphis Redbirds fans and their pooches filled the stands Saturday for Bark in the Park night at AutoZone Park. The Memphis Redbirds defeated the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, 10-1
Youth mental-health emergency center coming to Binghampton
The walk-in center for children will be built next to Alliance’ adult crisis-intervention center, which is being built on Broad Avenue, and create a centrally located wellness campus in the heart of Memphis.
Showboats look to fix second-half woes, end losing streak
The Memphis Showboats have been outscored in the final two quarters of every game played this season by a combined margin of 45 points.
First female Episcopal priests documentary screening at Paradiso
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of women’s ordination in the Episcopal Church, Memphis is one of 11 cities nationwide selected for a one-night viewing of the new documentary “The Philadelphia Eleven.”
Grizzlies Insider: Draft workouts start and other Memphis offseason notes
April 27 is the final day for college players and international early entrants to put their name in the NBA draft-player pool, meaning the Grizzlies will soon begin working out prospects of interest.
Tigers RB Watson signs free-agent deal after missing NFL Draft
Blake Watson and Tigers defensive lineman Jaylon Allen both sign free agent deals with the Denver Broncos. Also, Memphis receiver Joe Scates has signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Collierville leaders tackle trash trouble on Tenn. 385
Collierville held a work session with a trash provider Monday. Town leaders hope the conversation leads to reduced rubbish on its roadways.
2025 5-star Jasper Johnson talks Memphis, re-opened recruitment
“Coach Penny (Hardaway) keeps in contact with my dad a lot,” Johnson said. “He’s been in my position before, made it to the league and was a great player.”
Bartlett High runner dies two years after collapsing during race
Bartlett High School cross country and distance runner Gabriel Higginbottom died Friday, April 26, 19 months after suffering a cardiac event during a cross country race in Florida.
Greenstein: ‘Freedom from slavery is the essence’ of Passover
“The liberation of the Jewish people from Egyptian bondage has become a powerful symbol of redemption not only for the Jewish people, but for the entire world.”
Echols: ‘Either way, I was a big, fat jerk’
This is an open letter to the woman I had an embarrassingly vigorous yelling match about a parking spot in front of the UPS store on Colonial Road last Tuesday.
What Daily Memphians think*
“This is good news. Every community needs access to a library. Orange Mound is a great place to start.” — Diane Bonner about Orange Mound Library breathes new life into old Melrose High building
“I think the problem that people see is the trend of promoting the use of more guns.” — Russell Savory about Feagins: Teachers are asking for books and tech, not guns
“ECS could not have made a more wonderful choice than Scott Hauss!” — Robert Plunk about ECS names former bank CEO as new head of school
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Movers & Shakers
Etairos HVAC, University of Memphis, DCA and Marx-Bensdorf Realtors announce additions.
Crossword: Showboats
Here’s a puzzle with hints related to the Memphis Showboats, who will play the Michigan Panthers Sunday afternoon, April 28, at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Sudoku: April 28
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Metro
Orange Mound’s Reconstruction history comes into focus
A cemetery for the Deaderick Plantation, which later became the core of the Orange Mound subdivision, has been ground zero for efforts to chart what life was like for those in the Reconstruction era after slavery.
Public Safety Bail lowered for defendant in 2023 Hebrew school shooting
Business
Liberty Bowl names Dinstuhl’s owner as president
Rebecca Distuhl, owner and president of Dinstuhl’s Fine Candy Company, is a longtime board member and volunteer with the AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
Business Monogram Foods taps longtime Kellogg’s exec to oversee supply chain
Sports
2025 5-star Jasper Johnson talks Memphis, re-opened recruitment
“Coach Penny (Hardaway) keeps in contact with my dad a lot,” Johnson said. “He’s been in my position before, made it to the league and was a great player.”
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers RB Watson signs free-agent deal after missing NFL Draft
Food
New Eats: JEM serves eclectic food, warm vibes in Edge District
“Eclectic” is an overused term, but it’s a good word for when hamachi crudo, chicken liver pate, spinach dip and a double cheeseburger all appear on the same menu.
Suburbs
Bartlett City Schools board approves 2024-25 fiscal budget, with a focus on teachers
With help from state funds, Bartlett’s school district will give teachers an increase in pay for the coming fiscal year.
Arts & Culture
AutoZone Park to host Miranda Lambert in new concert series
For the first time in a decade, a musical artist will take the stage at AutoZone Park to perform in a live full-scale production.
Opinion
Opinion: Death of police officer requires action, accountability
“Keeping criminals off our streets and encouraging good parenting are crucial steps in improving public safety in Tennessee,” state Rep. John Gillespie, R-Memphis, writes. “This remains my priority.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Quizzing Daily Memphian staffers, part two
Eric Barnes and Holly Whitfield riff on Memphis barbecue and hot slaw as the Tennessee state foods, wine menus and water pet peeves.
Games
Crossword: Showboats
Here’s a puzzle with hints related to the Memphis Showboats, who will play the Michigan Panthers Sunday afternoon, April 28, at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.