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Last week, Amazon announced it was launching Amazon Supply Chain Services and offering freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel shipping to, as it said, "businesses of all types and sizes." The same day, not coincidentally, Memphis-based FedEx stock dropped nearly 10%.  In the week since, FedEx's stock has rebounded, but the story is a good reminder of how the public links FedEx, Amazon and UPS, especially as Amazon continues to build up its logistics business. Today, business reporter Steve Bohnel joins us to talk about what the experts think of the move.  Plus: Memphis Grizzlies' Brandon Clarke has died Pearson is staying in the 9th district MPD releases body camera footage of an officer shot MIFA names a new president and CEO A Midtown vet assisstant is arrested for allegedly breaking a dog's paw Lakeland approves the first reading for a sewer-rate hike to flush the deficit

Last week, in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision, the Tennessee General Assembly redrew the state's Congressional districts in a three-day special session. The stated idea of the new map was to flip Tennessee's last remaining Democratic-leaning district to Republican in the next federal election, which is in November. Metro editor Jane Donahoe says Memphis often makes more national news than it should for a city of its size, and last week was no exception.  Plus: City Council will consider a resolution opposing new Congressional district lines Ghost River goes back to its beginnings and adds music A long-planned development in one of Memphis' older neighborhoods is moving forward Declining birth rates impact enrollment in Shelby County's suburban schools Tomato prices spike as weather and supply chains squeeze growers and retailers Collierville considers restrictions for e-bikes and motorized scooters

The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest returns this week as the only barbecue fest in town. That's big news and it's joined by the Memphis City Council beginning budget hearings, the Tigers going on tour, bike to work day and the grand reopening of the National Civil Rights Museum's Legacy Experience.  Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips is here to help us prepare for the week ahead.  Plus: A Regional One team defies the odds to save an officer's leg A partnership between Junior Achievement and UTHSC could help recruit the next generation of healthcare professionals More than $800k has been earmarked for young entrepreneurs A man accused of shooting an MPD officer has been arrested A former Memphis judge has died

It's peak spring tomorrow, with events galore scheduled. Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us today to talk about these events and more.  Plus: The proposed Congressional map passes the TN House and Senate All Memphis third graders will retake the TCAP reading exam on the last days of school Police say two women were shot at OUTMemphis after an argument erupts The Front Porch is officially open    

On Tuesday, May 5, Shelby County went to the primary polls, winnowing down wide fields in races for county mayor, county clerk and sheriff. Now, Shelby County will return to the polls in August to decide between Mickell Lowery and former state Rep. John DeBerry for mayor and Anthony Buckner and Brad Less for sheriff. Veteran reporter Bill Dries joins us today to talk about the results and what comes next.  Plus: Tennessee has a newly proposed congressional map G.A. Hardaway's son is appointed to his state House seat Claude AI is to use xAI's Memphis data center St. Mary's names a new head of school The Greater Memphis Chamber plans to find a new leader MIM's beabrcue cooking contest just got more fiery

Historically, West Tennessee has been known for commodity crops such as soy, corn and especially cotton. But in recent years, an increasing number of farmers in the area have started growing specialty crops — fruits and vegetables — because they're generally way more profitable per acre. Think $6,000 per acre in revenue compared to $800 per acre.  But for some farmers, there's an issue. Peaches are a popular choice among specialty crops — but you have to protect them from diseases such as peach scab and brown rot. And that's where researchers from the University of Memphis come in.  Reporter John Klyce joins us today to talk about peaches and pathogens and how the U of M is trying to help local farmers.  Plus: Memphians in Nashville react to proposed redistricting The Band Camino will be the first concert at Satellite Music Hall Aqua Falls is coming to the former Carolina Watershed property Arlington school board candidates enjoy unopposed primaries FedEx stock is down nearly 10% after Amazon announced delivery expansion Ghost River Brewing on Beale is set to close

Today, May 5, is the Shelby County primary election, in which we'll be narrowing down candidates for mayor, sheriff and all host of other offices. In the past week, however, voting has become a very hot topic around the country — especially in Memphis.  After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, two Republican candidates for Tennessee governor suggested that Memphis' 9th district should be redrawn in an attempt to turn the state red. Pretty quickly, Tenn. Gov. Bill Lee called for a special session of the legislature, which also starts today, to vote on redrawing the lines. If approved, the new districts would apply to those running in this year's August state and federal primary elections. This morning, political reporter Bill Dries joins us to walk us through the election, the special session and what might happen in the coming days.  Plus: A Memphs-based event agency has been acquired by a private equity firm Young Avenue Sound studio hits the market TBI can now bypass the Shelby County DA in some Memphis investigations A Downtown hotel-Airbnb hybrid won't be your average one-trick pony

The beginning of May brings us a whole week of Memphis art and fashion, plus an election day and the NBA draft lottery. Today, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us to set up the week and tell us what we can expect.  Plus: Lee greenlights a special session for redistricting next week How Spirit Airlines shutting down will impact Memphis Ted Townsend is out as the Chamber president Baptist Memorial breaks ground on a $27M Fayette County hospital The Tennessee Legislature passes two bills aimed at DA Mulroy

This weekend is full of music and music-related events, with the largest being the Riverbeat Music Festival at Tom Lee Park. But there's also David Lee Roth at Graceland Soundstage, a bodego pop-up with Wu-Tang Clan, the Morning After Club's Beale Street Block Party and a Riverbeat after party at Wiseacre Brewing Co. Today, Bianca Phillips gives us the skinny on all of them.  Plus: Josh Holloway commits to Memphis Lakeland considers roundabouts for U.S. 70 City Council hangs up over the length of leases for city-owned properties Collierville Schools approves a $142 million budget

The Shelby County primaries are here, with early voting already ongoing, and election day coming fast and furious on Tuesday, May 5. Afterward, we'll know who the Democratic and Republican candidates for Shelby County mayor will be but right now, the race is on.  The Daily Memphian's digital director Holly Whitfield joins us today to talk about how you, the electorate of Shelby County, can get all the information you need to know — for free — about the primary.  Plus: Google announces $25M in grants for West Memphis A disaster-assistance center for ice storm victims opens in Nesbit Quail Ridge's comeback is in full swing A new Uptown bar opens in an existing event space

Last week, the Tennessee General Assembly approved a state takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The law allows the state to install an appointed board of nine members who then have control over the school system's superintendent, its budget and even its elected board.  In part two of our podcast about the takeover, reporter Laura Testino returns to talk about how churn factors in, what we can take from the school system takeover in Houston and what role school closures and land sales might play.  Plus: No Kings questions appear and then disappear from the City Council agenda An appeals court deals a blow to the lawsuit challenging the National Guard  The County Commission fails to fund a MSCS takeover lawsuit A $19M ruling goes against the former Raymond James building owner The legislature adds two more criminal courts to Shelby County A firm linked to the Millington racetrack owner buys a Memphis warehouse

Last week, the Tennessee General Assembly approved a state takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The law allows the state to install an appointed board of nine members who then have control over the school system's superintendent, its budget and even its elected board.  Today, in part one of our discussion about the takeover, Laura Testino joins us to answer some of our burning questions, including whether former superintendent Marie Feagins is expected to get her job back.  Plus: A Big Ten transfer guard picks Memphis Belly Acres in Collierville is closing Experts say the Delta airline route pause to JFK is not a surprise The Works eyes a South Memphis site for affordable housing Collierville Schools wrestles with the budget, enrollment and bus-driver retention

Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us today to set up the week. In addition to some of our normal governmental activities, early voting ends but Baron Von Opperbean's River of Time, the Riverbeat Music Festival and Memphis Water Gardens all begin.  Plus: Memphis' budget shows the rising cost of doing business Tennessee's cannabis industry is in the weeds State leaders give Memphis suburbs votes on the MLGW board FedEx lays off more than 100 in New York and Pennsylvania Mount Trashmore in Collierville was purchased in a tax sale The MSCS board approves teacher raises for the next school year A local investor buys a Midtown office tower for $5.5M

This weekend is, in a word, busy. It's got a rock opera, roller derby, Shelby Forest Spring Fest, a rescheduled vegan block party and a lego convention. Plus a Friends of the Library book sale and a yard sale.  Newsletter Bianca Phillips joins us today to talk about all these events and more.  Plus: Ja Morant accuser Josh Holloway is set to visit Memphis next week and make a commitment decision Schroomlicious meals has relaunched as Schroomlicious Baby Officials say misinformation about a Lakeland government change could jeopardize the city charter NBA commissioner says the Grizzlies owner has no interest in moving the team Tennessee lawmakers pass an MSCS takeover

Every day, 5,500 cars travel down Southern Avenue, the Cooper-Young's neighborhood's southernmost boundary. For many years, that stretch of road might have been described as neglected or even blighted, with broken glass and trash littering the area between the sidewalk and the street. And then the Cooper Young Garden Club got involved. Today, The Daily Memphian's Nick Lingerfelt joins us to talk about how the garden club make an unappealing streetscape inviting.  Plus: Remains of three children have been found in Hickory Hill A woman has been convicted in the 2022 slaying of a Whitehaven leader This year's winter storm inspired a story to warm your heart Opponents claim a new child-custody bill treats kids like perps Mayor Young proposes a 2% raise for city employees and no tax increase  The MSCS board votes to sue over the state takeover proposal Memphis plans to spend $100 million in state money on Beale Street

College basketball is over for the season, and the transfer portal -- that exciting period where the coaches were trying to get the best talent, the players were trying to find the best teams and the fans were trying to determine their team's chances -- closed yesterday. Sports writer John Varlas joins us today to talk about what this might mean for the Tigers' upcoming season.  Plus: Baptist Heart Institute marks 500th transplant The Memphis industrial market is rebounding A takeover plan would give state appointees sweeping power over Memphis schools OUTMemphis is building new headquarters in Midtown

Last week, the man charged with attempting to kidnap Memphis Mayor Paul Young pleaded guilty. But the Memphis court case raised as many questions as it answered. Today, public safety reporter Aarron Fleming is here to talk about the accused, Trenton Abston, his Alford plea and other interesting facets of the case. Plus: A Tennessee bill allows anonymous applicants for director-level jobs $60M Mempis raceway reno is sitting idle County primary early voter turnout so far cracks 10k The DeSoto County district attorney reflects on his time in office and outlines a plan to speed up court cases Germantown schools is reviewing what may be its toughest budget in history Memphis gets another $50M for Downtown Memphis safety Memphis pinball bar is under new ownership

This week brings the beginning of budget season and also the kick-off party for the new Memphis FC United Soccer League Two team. And, not to give it all away, but at least one of those things makes an appearance on one of our bingo cards.  Digital director Holly Whitfield joins us today to talk about what's happening this week. Plus: A teen has been arrested in the fatal Shelby Farms shooting International Paper buys a competitor in Washington State Muddy's Bake Shop is being sold to new local owners Charges have been dropped for No Kings protestors Tennessee lawmakers vote to stifle education lawsuits as MSCS takeover legislation advances

If there's one thing happening this weekend, it's food. More specifically, it's a bunch of food festivals. Today, digital producer Kelsey Bowen joins us to talk about what looks, and sounds, good.  Plus: Tennessee will expand the voucher program Hardaway hires Missouri assistant coach to Memphis' staff A transgender health care tracking bill passes the Senate A Lakeland board recommends a pay hike for elected officials A coalition urges tax hikes to fund social programs The Downtown Longshot space could be filled by a new cocktail bar

For the past three years, the civil suit brought by Tyre Nichols' family against the City of Memphis has wound its way through the court system. The trial is currently scheduled for November, and this week, the attorneys for the City of Memphis released new court documents including a list of potential witnesses and experts who could be called to testify.  Sam Hardiman joins us in the studio to talk about what the documents could mean for the case. We'll also talk briefly about xAI's paused water reclamation project.  Plus: A new FedEx St. Jude Championship leader has been appointed City Council wants answers on 'No Kings' march violence Caissa K12 is expanding at Clark Tower The new Audubon clubhouse is ready to tee off

Earlier this month, Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke was arrested in Arkansas for trafficking an illegal substance. Clarke's arrest was due, in part, to a natural botanical that originates from Southeast Asia and can either be a sedative or a stimulant, depending on the dosage. It's been illegal in Arkansas since 2016 but it is still legal in Tennessee. For now.  Joining us today is state house reporter Noah McLane to tell us all about kratom: What it is, where you get it, what the Tennessee General Assembly is considering doing about it and even how to say it.  Plus: A man charged with attempting to kidnap the mayor enters a plea Big Bad Breakfast is opening in Cooper-Young A historic building where Elvis trained in martial arts hits the market Mayor Lee Harris backs Harold Collins A more specific plan for a new jail and justice center could be on the horizon The Farm Table is opening Downtown Reams of new evidence are to be introduced in the Nichols' civil case

A historic Front Street property. An unleaseable shopping center. A signature Midtown music venue.  Those are some of the buildings that have recently been sold or are currently for sale.  Today, commercial real estate reporter Andy Ashby is here to tell us not only what's going on with those transactions, but what makes commercial real estate such a fun and interesting beat.  Plus: Germantown invests in new snowlplow equipment FedEx begins the search for a new CFO FedEx pilots reach a tentative agreement with the company Townsend says his leave was his decision while a Memphis Chamber email suggests otherwise Lakeland passes new ordinances restricting smoking and vaping Ford revs up investment in West Tennessee communities  

This week begins with a public question: How should AI-related property-tax revenue be spent? The Memphis City Council is asking citizens to weigh in Monday, April 13.  There's also a Shelby County Commission meeting, a luncheon to celebrate Girls Inc. of Memphis turning 80, a fundraising gala for LeMoyne-Owen College and an award ceremony for realtors. Plus, the start of early voting and our first opportunity to see the new Memphis Tigers football team at work. Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us today to talk about another very busy week.  Plus: David Porter releases a new book Two more mass shooting victims file $15M lawsuits against Youth Villages Prince Mongo sells a historic Front Street building for $1.25 million Tigers will wear FedEx sponsorhip jersey patches Elon Musk gives a timeline on the water recycling plant

It's time to get your counter-culture on.  Some of the highlights this weekend include Tattoo Fest at Graceland Exhibition Center (with more than 200 tattoo artists from around the country), the Spirit Fest Metaphysical, Holistic, & Crystal Expo, a music festival featuring only tribute bands and a Shelby County "Star Trek" day celebration.  Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us today to talk about all those events and more.  Plus: DeSoto County district attorney highlights plunging crime rates and stiff penalties at a chamber luncheon The Second Line reopens in Laurelwood A former office space will become a creative space for charter school kids The xAI water recycling plant is on an indefinite pause

For more than a decade, the City of Memphis has tried to quell gun violence by talking to potential perpetrators and intervening with them before they might make life-altering choices. How does the city do it? Using several nonprofits and people, mostly men, called "violence interrupters." The nonprofits identify people deemed to be at risk of perpetrating violence — because they are connected either to a known shooter or a shooting victim — and the mentors try to help them stay on a good path.  But now the city is doubling down. And it's doing so at a time when, potentially, it could seize some of the momentum of the Memphis Safe Task Force to impact crime in a long-term, meaningful way.  Joining us today to discuss is enterprise reporter Samuel Hardiman. Plus: An audit clears the county clerk's finances but still cites reporting problems FedEx Freight unveils a strategy as it goes public June 1 Indie Memphis finds a new artistic director Little Diggers brings Bahama sands to East Memphis Grind City Amp's grand opening kicks off with a free concert A local investor sees value in an 'unleaseable' shopping center

In November of last year, two DeSoto County teenagers were in danger after their SUV crashed and went into a ravine. It had been raining, and the water in the ravine was moving fast.  But the girls were lucky because one of the people who witnessed the accident was Johnathon Bigham. And Captain Bigham is the leader of DeSoto County Search & Rescue, a group of about 34 volunteers who get called to help with emergencies.  Though he didn't have any equipment or team members with him, Bigham sprang into action, saving the girls in what was DeSoto County's third water rescue that year.  North Mississippi reporter Brandon LaGrone II recently wrote a story about the team and the changes Bigham has instituted to make it more effective. LeGrone joins us today to talk about it.  Plus: Pooh Shiesty's detention hearing is set in Texas The Memphis Safe Task Force accountability act clears the Tennessee House The new trial appeal in the Nichols' case is still pending MSCS sets the 2026-2027 academic calendar A judge alleges that $1.6B in child support is held up due to a third-party vendor GXO closes their Southaven warehouse as xAI moves in Memphis has reorganized its gun violence program MSCS advances its improvement plan

Among a city of talented musicians, the Whalums stand out.  Kirk Whalum is a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist whose achievements include soloing on Whitney Houston's smash hit, "I Will Always Love You." Wendell Whalum was a respected organist, musicologist, composer, and longtime director of the Morehouse College Glee Club. Hugh "Peanuts" Whalum was a jazz saxophonist, singer and pianist who toured with Nat King Cole. Thelma Whalum was a classically trained pianist who played the organ at Metropolitan Baptist Church for nearly 50 years.  But today's story isn't about those Whalums. It's about Kenneth III, Kortland, Kameron and Kyle, a group of brothers and cousins. Three out of the four of them performed — though not together — at the most recent Grammy Awards.  Today, John Klyce joins us to tell us about each of these individual musicians and what their work means to their family.  Plus: Suburban leaders and residents want more restrictions on solar Local medical leaders hope to fix a future physician shortage Solar panel storage helps power the industrial market Germantown aims to spend $27 million on safety, streets and schools

It's a busy week, and it starts with your last opportunity to register to vote before the Shelby County primaries on Tuesday, May 5.  And there's a celebration in honor of those who have helped Midtown stay Midtown. Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips is here to talk about it all and get us prepared for the week ahead.  Plus: Grizzlies star Ja Morant's home is for sale A triple shooting Downtown leaves 2 in critical condition When disaster strikes, hard-working people get paid nothing to answer the call in DeSoto County Blue Honey Bistro owners are to open an East Memphis restaurant Brandon Clarke has been released from jail after an alleged high-speed chase and arrest Penny Hardaway hires a general manager The woman accused of killing a pastor is 'on notice' for an alleged bond violation

This weekend's events — the ones The Daily Memphian staff are most excited about, anyway — have one very important thing in common. They are free. Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips is here to give us all the details on those events, including the absence of a price.  Plus: The Halbert ouster attempt could be back in play UTHSC gives $1.75M in grants across Tennessee An MSCS audit yields findings 'consistent with waste and abuse' Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty was arrested for robbery and kidnapping

Spring is often a time of renewal and rebirth, and those themes seem to be echoing in our local restaurant scene. Reporter Sophia Surrett, who writes our weekly Food Files column and tracks local restaurant openings and closings, is here today to talk to us about some of the eateries on the horizon.  Plus: Heartsong Church sells 10 acres for $700,000  Memphis guard Curtis Givens III plans to enter the NCAA portal Picadilly's newest to-go location opens A tweak to a Tennesee law signals Grizz lease momentum A widow of a Shelby County inmate sues for husband's death MSCS makes Richmond official

Roughly a month ago, Memphis Police Department officer Oscar Torres-Molina was shot during what should have been a routine traffic stop. Though police know who the alleged shooter is, he hasn't been found yet.  The Daily Memphian's public safety reporter, Aarron Fleming, was curious about that recently, especially in light of the extra manpower on the ground due to the Memphis Safe Task Force. Fleming joins us today to talk about that, as well as his thoughts on this past weekend's No Kings event. During his time at The Daily Memphian, he's covered a number of protests and marches, and he said he was "fairly surprised" that the police used a chemical agent on the march's safety marshals. Plus: FedEx loses out on a $20M tax break Stryker and AutoZone make local moves Construction of a riverboat landing on Mud Island kicks off Post-Ford County Commission sets new rules for 'disruptive' commissioners  

Early on, the plan to overhaul Regional One was to rebuild the entire thing on its current site, and to do it in phases so the hospital could still operate during construction. But then the plan changed, to building a new hospital on the Commercial Appeal's former home on Union Avenue. The land was purchased, for $26.6 million, and the entire project is estimated to cost upwards of $900 million. But where will that money come from?  Rejoining us today is reporter Jody Callahan to talk about how Shelby County might fund a new Regional One and where we are in the process.  Plus: A No Kings march ended with pepper spray and arrests The Shop Black Fest is heading to Downtown Memphis Minglewood Hall is for sale  

This week begins with a Shelby County Commission meeting and a new member of the commission. This week also includes the three-day commemoration of the 58th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination at the National Civil Rights Museum, including the annual changing of the wreath. And, on Sunday, a new contract with a Pennsylvania company to maintain the state's interstates begins.  The Early Word writer Bianca Phillips is in the studio and we'll be talking about all of that. Plus: A family praises a judge for the sentence in a fatal hit-and-run The Memphis airport board chair and CEO are not concerned about a new state bill A group wants to make their neighborhood a place people stay as Frayser celebrates 200 years Documents show that xAI properties have been appraised at $3.5 billion

This weekend brings a lot of opportunities to get outside: South Main Trolley Night, a garden party at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens and the Mane Street Food Festival. But it starts with a focus on inside. Art by Design, an ArtsMemphis fundraiser, will have a showroom at Agricenter International with art activations done by local interior designers and galleries.  Today, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us to talk about some of the fun events happening this weekend.  Plus: A Memphis war hero will finally be awarded the diploma he earned The Tigers name a new women's basketball coach Hot wing festival introduces a World Wing Cup The City Council approves big changes to city impasse procedure Hernando approves a forensic audit A state board targets 14 MSCS schools for improvements Charges are dropped for a 14-year-old involved in St. George's case

Today, Regional One is 1.2 million square feet across six main buildings and 15 acres, and it has centers of excellence for trauma and burn victims, high-risk pregnancies and newborns with critical issues. Today we're joined by reporter Jody Callahan for part one of a discussion about what Regional One is and why it needs a new hospital facility. Plus: A riverfront group's lawsuit over museum construction takes what could be the last blow A new bill would oust the Memphis airport board A teen was shot Downtown in the third shooting in a week The Memphis police chief is looking at a youth curfew Memphis Made is closing its taproom MSCS must name its new Frayser high campus as it considers selling more buildings  

President Donald Trump came to Memphis Monday, March 23, to celebrate the results of the Memphis Safe Task Force. The Daily Memphian sent four staffers to the event and today, one of them, veteran reporter Bill Dries, is here to talk about some of the behind-the-scenes details of a presidential visit.  Plus: A sixth faculty member at UTHSC resigns over a fellow professor The MSTF Accountabilty Act sails through subcommittee A bakery is moving into the former Midtown Muddy's A new developer revives the long-stalled Lake District townhomes Two state senators are trying to add more judges in Shelby County The Fantastic Fans building is gone but its owner still fixes wobble

What was once the Gameday Baseball complex in Cordova is set to become an "upscale" RV park, catering to the higher end of the recreational vehicle market. Eric Barnes talks to business reporter Andy Ashby about the plans for the 280-space park, as well as his recent stories on new retail that may be coming to the South City area of Downtown Memphis. Plus: Collierville will appeal the Chick-fil-a decision A TV merger means one group will control three of Memphis' five statons  Lakeland mulls a change in government Downtown is coming alive with the sound of street performers Marie Feagins sues MSCS again  

Collierville leaders already voted down a new Chick-fil-A at Poplar Avenue and Bray Station Road. But a judge recently ordered them to approve the plans. So, that's back on the Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen agenda today, and suburban reporter Abigail Warren joined Bianca Phillips in the studio to talk about it. Plus: Why TV stations preempt shows for weather coverage UTHSC is looking for new faculty to stem resignations after abuse allegations A Republican bill clears way for private firearms in government buildings Data says Memphis gun violence cost more than $1B A blighted building owned by Tom Intrator is being demolished

Today is the first day of spring, and there are so many ways to get outdoors and celebrate this weekend. Daily Memphian digital producer Kelsey Bowen joins Bianca Phillips today to talk about all the spring fests: the Indian festival of Holi, the German Frühlingsfest at Brewing and a fairy party at Loflin Yard. Plus: Horn Lake board approves a second sanitation rate hike in under a year A Hilton-branded hotel is planned for Lakeland's The Lake District Democratic contenders for sheriff call for big changes A Downtown board backs incentives for a law firm, a church and the former Puck Food Hall The MSCS board makes Richmond an "interim" again

Erica Horton is a local foodie and, for the past year, she's been writing many of The Daily Memphian's $15 Deals. Today, we talk to her about the local restaurant scene and some of our favorite $15 deals.  Plus: The Tennessee House passes controversial immigration bills A DeSoto captain is honored after rescuing teens from a submerged car Wonder Cowork Create is expanding in the Edge District Aldi can be your neighbor or your tenant

For the past year and a half, Jerry Lee Lewis' Nesbit ranch has been open to tourists. As with the home tour of another famous Mid-South musician, visitors of the house can see gold records, antique cars and other rock 'n' roll artifacts. Today, North Mississippi reporter Brandon LaGrone II is in the studio to talk about the history behind the tourist attraction. Plus: The immersive museum on Mud Island sets a new May opening date The Tigers will bring Penny Hardaway back for a ninth season A South Korean manufacturer moves forward with the next phase of a $157 million Memphis expansion Memphis' lack of populaton growth could soon hurt the budget

When local birds of prey are injured, they may end up at the Mid-South Raptor Center near Shelby Farms Park. The organization's volunteers are dedicated to rehabilitating — and more importantly, releasing — hawks, falcons, eagles and owls. Today, we're talking to enterprise reporter John Klyce about who's behind the Mid-South Raptor Center and how they get the birds back in the air.   Plus: Bartlett City Schools unvels plans to replace the deteriorating Altruria Elementary A new cocktail bar is planned for the former Pearl's Oyster House The former Gameday Baseball complex in Cordova will become an upscale RV park Peabody's Chez Phillipe is awarded a prestigious Five Diamond designation

It's spring break week for area public school students (except for the University Schools district), which means the airport may be busy but the roads probably won't be. his week also brings us St. Patrick's Day, the Memphis Amateur Sports Hall of Fame ceremony and a vote on an exterior grant for another plan for 409 S. Main, formerly Puck Food Hall.  Today, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips is here to set up the week for us.  Plus: A former teacher found the recipe for a brighter tomorrow Stars on Ice tour brings Olympic gold medalists to Landers Center February home sales are up with a busy spring expected The owner of Wing Guru gets diversion

St. Patrick's Day celebrations start early this year, with parades and parties beginning Saturday, March 14. But there's also the Grind City Coffee Xpo, "Seussical" the musical, a daffodil show and the Orpheum Theatre's Broadway season reveal party. Daily Memphian newsletter editor Bianca Phillips joins us today to share all the tea (and coffee) on what to do this weekend.  Plus: Memphis students are awarded for an immigration reform documentary The National Civil Rights Museum is open seven days a week during March Court upholds a conviction for a man accused of killing rapper Young Dolph Memphis schools need nearly 1,000 upgrades

The Standard could have been Germantown's first TIF, or tax increment financing, district. Located at Poplar Avenue and Kirby Parkway, the development is slated to replace the Carrefour at Kirby Woods. The Carrefour shopping center has already been demolished, and in its place, developers planned to build a hotel, 40 luxury condos and 150,000 square feet of office space. But earlier this week, the Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted against tax incentives for the project.  Today, we're joined by suburbs reporter Abigail Warren to talk about what happened with the vote and what happens now.  Plus: A company with two Memphis offices was hit in a suspected Iran-based cyberattack The Memphis Amateur Sports Hall of Fame is adding new members 'Homes not Hedge Funds' passes in the state senate Mississippi regulators approve xAI's turbines in Southaven A state lawmaker visits the ICE facility where a local student is detained MSCS plans to update certain processes

In February, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that tariffs enacted by President Donald Trump's administration, and using the International Emergency Economic Power Act, were illegal. In light of the ruling, the president quickly enacted other tariffs, but the Supreme Court's decision did not go unnoticed. Several international companies, such as Costco, Nintendo, Dole Fresh Fruit Co. and Memphis' own FedEx, want refunds on the billions in duties they've paid over the past year. Today we're joined by business reporter Steve Bohnel to talk about what the companies are doing to get their money back and what it might mean, way in the future, for the American consumer.  Plus: 'Homes not Hudge Funds' passes the state senate The Tradition plans to serve Houston's-inspired chicken tenders  The County Commission fills Ford's former seat The NAACP says Mississippi is moving too fast on the xAI permit decision Memphis is moving on from women's basketball coach Alex Simmons The Standard's tax incentive fails

Before this weekend, Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies star point guard, hadn't spoken to the media since January. That also meant he hadn't spoken publicly since after the NBA's trade deadline — when he notably wasn't traded and Jaren Jackson Jr. was.  But there's a story there about him talking to the media now, and it involves the injury he sustained to his left elbow on Jan. 21.  Today, The Daily Memphian's Grizzlies reporter Drew Hill returns to the show to talk about Morant, his recent conversation with him and NBA rules about injuries. Plus: Tennessee passes on federal help that would feed more children Overton Park Shell will celebrate 90 years in four days Noem touts the Memphis Safe Task Force on her way out at DHS BlueOval SK will see 150 layoffs Petra Cafe reopens near its old Carrefour location MSCS pitches an "accountability plan" alternative to a state takeover

This week begins with a flurry of government activity. Bianca Phillips is here to talk about all of it and help us prepare for the coming work week.  Plus: The Jerry lee Lewis Ranch Experience is now a fixture in Mid-South music tourism Millington hopes to break ground on a Lone Sailor monument by July 4 A former county director and his wife could face federal charges Collierville could get a third McDonald's A Tennessee court mulls the legality of the National Guard   

If this weekend has a theme, it's food competitions for a good cause. There are also Elvis Tribute Artists in town to perform and roller derby lessons, so one might be able to skate, rattle and roll.  Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips is here to tell us all about them.  Plus: The Tennesee Board of Education is preserving its two-credit world-language requirement A councilmember urges the administration to make a plan for regulation of short-term rentals Tigers projects a deficit in men's basketball Filipino bar opens Downtown Mid-South Chinese Chamber buys the historic Cordova School

The Memphis Area Transit Authority has struggled in recent years, with funding, misallocated resources, bad bus schedules and questionable spending. Now, the beleaguered public transportation agency is headed by an operations trustee, Rodrick Holmes, who used to MATA's general counsel.  Mary Cashiola is joined today by enterprise reporter Samuel Hardiman, who recently got an inside look at the MATA trolley barn and information about the future of the transit authority. Plus: Memphis musicians were recognized by the Tennessee Legislature Michael Drake is the new CEO of Christ Community Health Memphis continues to see a drop in crime in 2026 Two buildings could fill out Germantown's medical corridor