600 employees and contractors working on power restoration, MLGW says
MLGW officials have warned that full restoration may not happen until Thursday.
MLGW officials have warned that full restoration may not happen until Thursday.
MLGW officials estimate power won’t be restored until Thursday, and are asking residents to conserve water by not watering lawns or washing cars.
Quentin Ratliff, 39, was known in Olive Branch as “The Dancing Man.” He was killed by a car Friday morning. It was the latest tragedy in a brutal week for cyclists across the South.
The Dragons — ranked first in the Daily Memphian preseason Dandy Dozen and fifth in the state in Class 6A — had planned on roaring out of the gate like the storm that pushed Saturday’s scheduled kickoff back 90 minutes.
Local watchdog and activist Joe B. Kent, who regularly harshly criticized local politicians, officials, and organizations at public meetings, died at age 63.
Fire Chief John Selberg released a statement Saturday. It was the first time he’d spoken out since being placed on leave Aug. 10 and retiring Aug. 20.
Leaders of the immersive experience built in the old River Museum on Mud Island are hoping the recent activity can bring some momentum to the city-owned river park.
The East Memphis shopping center has a new leasing strategy: “dwell time.”
While the Native Plant Palooza at the Lichterman Nature Center on Saturday was a fun family outing, it also doubled as a chance for folks to issue warnings about the importance of native plants to the area.
Kendra Lawler and her wife, Claudia, and their two teenagers spent the entire first week of July bringing their food truck, The Neon Crave, to as many events as possible.
Catcher Leo Bernal smacked his 16th home run of the season into the left-center field bullpen to punctuate the fourth. He drove in four runs in the victory.
The expansion is the latest in a series of major investments into the suburbs over the past few years by the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.
Millington wants to breathe life back into one of the oldest buildings in the suburb, so city leaders are formally asking the community what they want to see in the Oldtown structure.
A chancellor’s ruling could lead to fifth season of eligibility for Tigers baseball player.
“Float therapy” is a way to help improve relaxation and increase brain function, but it’s not always easily accessible. That’s where Antwanette Crutcher’s spas come in.
The retail center off Germantown Parkway, which homes Incredible Pizza and The Tile Shop, is a few miles from several other Asian businesses.
“The world today has a shortage of good people, people with integrity, honesty.”
“Addressing the domestic violence part of our violent crime challenge must involve providing more support for domestic violence victims, more accountability for the perpetrators and efforts to change behavior.”
“Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free ...” — Jay Hines about Brent Taylor said legal immigration should be ‘paused’
“Mullis was great to work with when two of our kids went to Holy Rosary ... Hope for the best for him and the school.” — John Carroll about Holy Rosary families protest Catholic Diocese after principal’s abrupt exit
“I’m so thankful for the MLGW crews that are out in this horrible weather working to get everyone’s power back on.” — Monique Fisher about More than 125K customers without power in Memphis
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Fox13, BLDG Memphis, Bluff City Advisory Group, Burch, Porter & Johnson and the River Inn of Harbor Town announce new hires and promotions.
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Today’s puzzle features an historic photo from the construction of the Downtown trolley line. Jodie Vance provided the photo.
The “Behind the Headlines” interview with the Republican nominee for the 9th Congressional District also covered Taylor’s support for limiting birthright citizenship, war in Iran, the economy, the Epstein files and whether President Donald Trump won the 2020 election.
A new sporting-goods store in Southaven looks to capitalize on the popularity of baseball and softball in the area.
The Mustangs left no doubt Friday night, bullying the Devils 40-6 in front of a raucous crowd.
In this recipe, a sauteed mixture of corn and tomatoes is served atop a bed of creamy rice grits for a tasty side dish or a vegetarian main.
Dabbs Cannabis Dispensary, a Mississippi-based company with 26 locations in the state, wants to open its second Olive Branch location.
“We’d really like Memphis to be known as a classical arts incubator — one of the capitals of classical theater, not just for Shakespeare but for the great American writers, too.”
Michael Cianciolo was shot down over Italy in 1943. More than 80 years later, his remains were buried in Memphis with full military honors.
Josh Mutchnick and Jamaurin “Vino” Wright join Holly Whitfield to talk about JEM Dining’s first three years and their plans for the Edgy Tomato Fest.
Today’s puzzle features participants in the sixth annual Major Taylor Juneteenth Freedom Ride. The photo was provided courtesy of the Major Taylor Memphis Bicycle Club.