The Tennessee General Assembly included a $50 million grant for Downtown Memphis Public Safety in the state budget passed this week.

State cuts some Memphis crime money, Young promises no new taxes and Flip Side is flipping things around.

Everyone knows Elvis lived at Graceland. But before this, he spent 13 months at 1034 Audubon Drive, during one of the most consequential periods of his career.

OUTMemphis, the longest-running LGBTQ+ organization in Tennessee, is building a new regional headquarters in Midtown as part of a $12 million expansion to meet the growing demand for its services.

Locals David and Julie Yopp have joined Michael Muhlert, one of the original Flip Side owners, in ownership of the pinball bar.

The Silly Goose Lounge’s co-owner won’t be giving away the secret recipes and days-long methods to their pizzas or cocktails, but he promises, “There’s a lot of work behind when you order a drink.”

Young is prepping to present his budget proposal, meanwhile he’s already talking about the bottom line. Also in this roundup: Marsha Blackburn on climate change and Democrats vow statewide organization.

The Germantown Municipal School District’s funding per pupil is in the bottom third of the state. 

Desoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton says he is making strides in cutting crime, and intends to continue to serve as the county’s top prosecutor.

Also happening this week: Memphis FC kicks off with a meet-and-greet, and some local players are NFL Draft prospects.