Mayor Strickland to weigh third bid if term limits extended
Strickland issued a statement Wednesday saying he will consider a third term following the City Council’s approval Tuesday of an August ballot question that would expand term limits.
Gov. Lee signs bill affecting Germantown namesake schools
Gov. Lee signed a bill Wednesday that could impact the ownership and operation of Germantown’s namesake schools.
Cocozza comes to Harbor Town, brunch leaves The Majestic Grille
Deni and Patrick Reilly will open Cocozza in Harbor Town this fall, and June 5 is your last chance to grab weekend brunch at The Majestic Grille.
New Eats: Rotolo’s opens with classic pizza, calzones and, yes, deep-dish
Rotolo’s Craft & Crust in East Memphis offers Chicago deep-dish pizza. And it’s good.
Board of Adjustment tables Pinch District project, approves variance for Uptown daycare
The Memphis and Shelby County Board of Adjustment waived an agenda item regarding height changes for the Pinch District development following two board member recusals.
Lausanne, Collierville win boys’ team tennis titles
Lynx win for the first time since 2008; Collierville gains redemption against Ravenwood for first championship in program history.
Digital art, work of Maurice Sendak are headed to Brooks
On the Sidebar, Eric talks to Patty Daigle, the associate curator of modern and contemporary art at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
FedEx embraces autonomous trucking
FedEx announced in September 2021 it would enter a pilot program with California-based Aurora Innovation Inc. to test autonomous driving technology.
Day care closed, license surrendered after child found dead in transport vehicle
The incident occurred May 19. A 1-year-old was found in the day care vehicle during the afternoon after being left in the vehicle that morning.
Crosstown High cancels last few days of classes after COVID uptick
Crosstown High School has begun summer vacation, canceling the final few days of classes because of an uptick in COVID cases.
Germantown names new fire chief
Germantown has promoted one of its assistant chiefs to the role of fire chief, as John Selberg is retiring from Germantown this summer.
Southern Baptist Convention announces new survivor hotline
The Southern Baptist Convention has created a hotline for abuse victims, while preparing for the release of church leaders accused of misconduct. Southern Baptists to release secret list of pastors accused of sexual abuseRelated story:
Former Tiger Josh Minott has a busy week of NBA workouts
Coming off the NBA draft combine, Minott is slated to work out for Toronto and Atlanta, among others.
Table Talk: Memorial Day brings family and food, and the heat is on
With Memorial Day here, it’s time to start cooking summer favorites; Flame MaLaTang brings the heat to Midtown; and it was a great year for the Memphis Greek Festival.
Bartlett approves budget, tax decrease for 2023 fiscal year
Reappraisal and a certified rate led to a slight decrease in property taxes in Bartlett for the coming fiscal year, a $1.73 rate to help fund the annual budget.
ACS budget approved, superintendent receives top marks
Arlington Community Schools Superintendent Jeff Mayo received a stellar review on Tuesday, May 24.
Photo gallery: Spring Fling kicks off
Spring Fling began Tuesday at various venues in and around Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Here’s a look at the action so far.
Metro
Memphis-area leaders take to national airwaves to talk National Guard
A “threat to democracy” vs. making Memphis “the most safe city in America,” area leaders give their thoughts on what the National Guard deployment can mean for the city.
Premium City of Memphis National Guard not needed in Memphis, former police director says
Premium Spirit of Memphis 8Ball & son launch local nonprofit to be ‘extra hands’ and, on Mondays, feet
Premium North Mississippi Ask the Memphian: Is it true DeSoto County once had a beach? And it was full of sand from Destin?
Business
Peabody renovations ‘complete departure’ from old look
The Peabody Memphis has completed its latest renovation, a $19 million makeover of the historic hotel’s 464 rooms.
Premium Transportation & Logistics What a giant train merger has to do with National Guard in Memphis
Business Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
Transportation & Logistics Memphis International Airport begins $700 million upgrade
Sports
Backup QB shines in surprise start as Ole Miss outlasts Arkansas 41-35
Backup quarterback Trinidad Chambliss ran for two touchdowns and threw for one to lead Ole Miss to the win in Oxford.
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis wins final road game of season
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis game with Arkansas will be televised on ABC
Food
Table Talk: Flying Saucer makes it right
There are two things never to joke about on the restaurant scene: stellar service and tater tots.
Suburbs
Cherry Valley Park renovation: Breathing new life into beloved recreation space
The Southaven park has a rich history dating to 1969. It was originally built and operated by parents who volunteered their time to create a place for their children to play.
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: B.B. King’s 100th Birthday Celebration electrifies Beale Street
Marching bands, drumlines, street flippers and more took to Beale Street to celebrate what would be B.B. King’s 100th birthday.
Opinion
Calkins: Why is a cove in Memphis suddenly filled with Cubs flags? It’s out of sadness — and respect.
Todd Dixon — a nurse, triathlete, Sunday-school teacher, husband and father — died at 54. Now an entire street in East Memphis is flying Chicago Cubs flags in his honor.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: What’s going on with Irish pubs?
DJ Naylor and Reny Alfonso join Sound Bites podcast host Holly Whitfield to talk about Celtic Crossing reopening, Irish pubs and more.