The company is setting aside $2 billion “of initial investment” in vehicle electrification, sustainable energy, and carbon sequestration.

Desmond Robinson says just appearing on ‘Chopped’ was a big win: “The response has been so overwhelming, from congratulations to business inquiries. It’s going to take me months to go through these messages.’

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division President and CEO J.T. Young says spikes in bills and blackouts in other parts of the country show electric power isn’t a commodity but a necessity, representing a shift in the local debate that has been around getting a cheaper wholesale price for electricity. 

The Shelby County Health Department announced Wednesday it will move into phase 1c of its coronavirus vaccination plan effective Monday, March 8. 

Locally owned Frost Bake Shop will open its third location in The Lake District, the latest business to claim a spot in the mixed-use development. 

The Tigers have a tremendous opportunity when they play the Houston Cougars on national TV Sunday. It’s one they first had to earn.

Defense again the name of the game, and Boogie Ellis led the Tigers with 18 points.

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Box score: Memphis 73, South Florida 52

Proposed rules delay action on the city adding a $2.6 million community grants program to its next budget.

Council member J.B. Smiley argues that if the city accepts police and fire applications from outside the city, more effort will have to be put into screening candidates.

Council member Chase Carlisle was sharply critical of health officials, the County Commission and county Mayor Lee Harris. The wording was later amended after a lengthy council debate.

Ja Morant had 35 points and 10 assists, and De’Anthony Melton had six 3-pointers.

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Box score: Grizzlies 125, Wizards 111

The developers of the Historic Snuff District plan a second, mixed-use building of six stories, 292 apartments, 420 parking spaces and 10,000 square feet of commercial space. They seek a tax incentive valued at $19 million over 20 years.

The existing PILOT on the center runs through December 2026.

The city plans to offer the property to developers once the sale from THM Properties of New York City closes. Demolition of the part of the city’s skyline is also an option.

Anderson will be replaced by Brandon Clarke in the starting lineup. 

The president also announced he will use the powers of the federal government to direct all states to prioritize vaccinating teachers.

Georgia Tech signee scores 18 points in quarterfinal victory over Brentwood Academy.

Memphis’ divisional competition includes six-time conference finalist Louisville City.

Mailing delays are causing some issues with residents receiving utility bills. While the town will extend the payment period, there are many ways to pay even if residents have not received their bill.

M.A. “Mo” Myers, former head of the Memphis FBI field office, has been promoted to oversee the agency’s intelligence branch. 

Arlington officials increased the population threshold for opening a second liquor store in the town by amending the town code.

Tigers fans have likely gotten used to watching ugly basketball games this season.

Tennessee was not “insulated” from cold weather. Temperatures in Memphis were similar to parts of Arkansas and Texas. What was significantly different was the safe, reliable power delivery to Memphians that avoided rolling blackouts that crippled other areas of the country.