Defense rises to occasion as ECS wins 5th state title
Jacob Hatcher's fourth-quarter touchdown run is the difference as ECS shuts down CPA in the second half.
City releases mediation agreement with Tom Lee Park overhaul specifics
The mediation between the Memphis River Parks Partnership and the Memphis In May International Festival ends months of mediation between the two with a detailed agreement, down to square footage and feet between stages.
Nashville chancellor dismisses petition seeking to block Loews incentives
A bid by the Sheraton Downtown Memphis Hotel to block incentives for a new Loews convention center hotel in Memphis has been dismissed in Davidson County Chancery Court.
Methodist Le Bonheur offers tuition-free study at U of M for entry-level workers
Methodist Le Bonheur employees will be eligible for up to $4,000 in tuition credits a year to advance their careers and earn more money.
Senior primary care practice ChenMed to enter Memphis market
Tampa, Florida-based health care company ChenMed set to open three senior primary care clinics in Memphis.
Greater Memphis Chamber names Willie Gregory next chairman
The Greater Memphis Chamber chose the Nike executive to succeed Richard W. Smith as board chairman during the annual Chairman’s Luncheon at The Peabody on Thursday.
Metro
City’s federal elected officials react to airstrikes on Iran
Three of Memphis’ four representatives in Washington support the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Education Three-time spelling champ is heading back to D.C. bee
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Behind The Headlines MSCS could challenge state takeover in court
Business
MLGW recruiting from high schools, Southwest
Memphis Light, Gas and Water partnered with Memphis-Shelby County Schools, Southwest Tennessee Community College and other career and technical organizations in the area for its Customer Service Career Academy.
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Real Estate Downtown Sheraton to become ‘Memphis Riverline Hotel’
Business U of M marks launch of $90M upgrade of business school — with sledgehammers
Sports
Calkins: It’s the worst basketball season in Memphis history — times 2!
Ja Morant is on the way out. Penny Hardaway is teetering. It’s the worst basketball season in the city’s history, featuring the fall of two Memphis icons.
High School Sports Late free throws send Briarcrest back to final four
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Food
City & State removing retail side to focus on coffee
Late last year, the owners decided to eliminate the retail portion of the Broad Avenue business.
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Suburbs
Bailey: Salvaggio’s announcement sets stage for eventful election year in Germantown
Palazzolo vs. Salvaggio for the Germantown mayor’s position has the makings of a good heavyweight battle with strong name recognition for both.
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Arts & Culture
New film festival aims to unite Black Southern creatives
Aint Film Festival, the passion project of Memphis native and filmmaker Zaire Love, runs Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 26-28.
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Opinion
Opinion: The Grizzlies and Memphis can thrive together
“Memphis has never been defined by ease. We have always been defined by resilience, by staying when others leave, by believing when belief is irrational.”
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Podcasts
MSCS could challenge state takeover in court
Republican sponsors of the bill have said they’ll push the Tennessee General Assembly to pass legislation that would kneecap the elected board by giving a new board of state appointees powers over MSCS.
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Games
Daily Jigsaw: Strike a pose
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the Memphis City Council as they prepare to have portraits made and was taken by Brad Vest.