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One of the Republican contenders for governor says it’s time “to shake up the court system in Shelby County.”
There’s an opening date set for the Memphis Art Museum. And when it opens, it will welcome locals to a bigger gallery space, a sculpture garden, a rooftop walking path and more for free.
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is taking steps to make the broader electric grid more resilient.
Though a native Memphian, Kyle Garhain went to culinary school in Cuba, and he started leading food tours of the country in 2019.
A 93-unit senior housing project is moving forward, and a local board awards $43,000 in small business loans.
The landowner of a proposed Chick-fil-A has filed a petition in Shelby County Chancery Court against all five aldermen, alleging they are in contempt of court. A chancellor ordered them to approve the new restaurant in February.
The Downtown Memphis Commission board talked coffee, new hires and beer at its meeting.
The offseason has begun. Here is an initial look at how the Grizzlies might use two significant financial mechanisms: The $28.9 million “trade exception” created in February’s Jaren Jackson Jr. deal and the projected $15.1 million “mid-level exception” they can access in free agency.
Down 9-2, Memphis rallied to score six runs in four innings. But it wasn’t enough to silence the Sounds.
“We’ve been discerning this for a long time,” said co-founder Kristin Fox-Trautman. “We wanted the closing of the business to be an inspiration to the community in keeping with our mission and our brand.”
ECS’ MeriTaylor Pickle claims coach of the year honors after second straight state title.
General Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer pleaded not guilty this week to federal charges. Her attorney said she plans to continue working as clerk while awaiting trial.
Another fast-food location is coming to Poplar Avenue. Plus, the Memphis Fire Fighters Association is building a new space.
A federal magistrate judge denied Govan’s request for bail following a hearing that detailed explicit threats of violence, extortion and a criminal history spanning decades.
While giving an update on the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation project, Tigers athletic director Ed Scott shared his ideas for making game day more affordable for big families.
The project will have 93 units, with 72 for assisted living and 21 for memory care, plus restaurant-style dining, fitness amenities, memory care programming, entertainment spaces, salon and spa services and resident support services.
House Speaker Cameron Sexton’s second appointee, former Memphis teacher and Tennessee Teacher of the Year, completes the state’s takeover board.
Amazon Prime Air showed off its MK30 drones at the Renasant Convention Center. It hopes to operate 10 to 14 by later this year.
Collierville could get 7 Brew on Poplar, and staff has recognized that stacking cars on the Shelby County thoroughfare could be an issue.
“Last year’s audit made people believe MATA cannot be redeemed. But it is imperative that we not give up. Memphis should be a world-class city. Quality transit attracts employers and gets people to work on time. It also keeps people from going into debt just to maintain a working vehicle.”
“Millions of Americans across racial and geographic lines are working harder and falling further behind. The basic infrastructure of a stable life is out of reach for far too many families. This is not a partisan talking point. It is the lived arithmetic of American households.”
Woodland Recovery Center unveiled its new Southaven facility in a ceremony Tuesday, June 16.
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Today’s puzzle is action from the opening game for the Memphis Hound Dogs, taken by Wes Hale.
The Shelby County General Sessions Court clerk was seen in custody at the Odell Horton Federal Building.
Wendelta, a subsidiary of Carlisle Corp., has acquired four local Wendy’s restaurants and plans “to make sure they’re running really, really well.”
Here’s a running list of 2027 recruits who have committed to Memphis.
Almost every Friday, Mara Daniele and her grandpa, Doug Duncan, meet for lunch for their “Around the World in 80 Plates” series. So far, they are about a fourth of the way around the world.
Walmart is considering introducing drone delivery from one of its Memphis-area locations.
How a Midtown business creates community and space for gamers of all ages and creeds.
Will Cameron Boozer be available when the Grizzlies pick at No. 3? Will trade-market tremors shake up Ja Morant’s future? Does Memphis have a “Cam” quota?
Over the past year, several headlines out of North Mississippi have centered on child endangerment, and members of the community have begun to wonder what is going on.