Calkins: Memphis to join Power 4 in 2028? So says Charles Huff.
Memphis coach Charles Huff said Memphis plans to join a Power 4 conference in 2028. Was it a guarantee? Not exactly. “I think you’ve got to speak things into existence,” he said.
Former MATA CEO files wrongful termination lawsuit
Bacarra Mauldin is alleging “wrongful termination, unpaid wages and tortious interference,” according to the case docket in Shelby County Chancery Court.
After six years, a new Enjoy A|M restaurant to open
“We’ve always wanted a cocktail, steakhouse-y kind of restaurant,” said Andy Ticer of the second-floor bar at his and Michael Hudman’s new restaurant.
Huff not a fan of expanded playoff: ‘I don’t think you’re a national champion at 8-4’
With the ongoing College Football Playoff expansion talks, Memphis Tigers coach Charles Huff says the competitor in him wants to keep it at 12.
Scotty Hendricks resigns from Germantown schools board
Hendricks is resigning about six months before the end of the term as his family will relocate. He was appointed to the GMSD board in 2025 to finish the term of Dr. Daniel Chatham.
Novel bookstore employees to vote on union
Discussions to form a union began a little more than a year ago. Management has given raises, but they have not been able to keep up with the cost of living in Memphis, employees said.
Germantown office building bought for $5.5 million
A former FedEx office could become upscale medical campus.
Redistricting update: ACLU brings in outside attorney. A case is reassigned. NAACP calls for college boycott
The ACLU of Tennessee brings in outside attorneys to argue against new congressional map as another case gets reassigned and the NAACP calls for a boycott of college sports in eight states in reaction to redistricting.
Indigo Girls, Linda Perry to play Overton Park Shell
Linda Perry will open for the Indigo Girls as part of the Overton Park Shell’s ticketed Shell Yeah! benefit series this fall.
Germantown school board passes tight $92M budget amid funding battle
The approval “should not be misconstrued as consent,” as Germantown school leaders say there is still money that the city owes the suburban district.
Arlington schools lock in superintendent’s new four-year deal, plan raises and stipends
Arlington Community School board approves its budget for the coming fiscal year, while recognizing the work of Superintendent Allison Clark with a new four-year contract.
Spring Fling 2026: Houston, Collierville fall in soccer quarterfinals
Lack of finishing proves costly to Mustangs. Dragons fall behind early and never find their stride.
Splash course: Whitehaven YMCA’s public pool opens with promise of free swim lessons
The Robertson Family Aquatic Center opens with a promise of a place to cool down this summer and a mission to prevent drownings among youths.
Only MSCS 3rd graders at risk of retention to retake TCAP exam on last days of school
Memphis-Shelby County Schools changed its plan for all third graders to retake the statewide exam days before summer break.
Memphis baseball prepares for first conference tournament in three years
The No. 5 seed Tigers will play No. 8 seed Charlotte in the American Conference Tournament in Clearwater, Florida.
Calkins: Why was there a flash mob in the Methodist hospital parking garage? Because dancing always helps.
Brittnye Ostrom-Robinson — a former dancer for the Memphis Grizzlies and U of M Pom — is stuck in the hospital with a difficult diagnosis. So how did friends and family lift her spirits? With a dancing flash mob, of course.
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“FINALLY, some good news from the Governor. Congratulations Darrell.” — Gail Murray about Lee sends Memphian back to Tennessee’s education board in new congressional district
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‘A great, great run:’ After more than half a century, Outdoors Inc. closing landmark East Memphis store
When Royer started his business, he worked with a rotary telephone. There were no computers or fax machines. Now online shopping allows vendors to sell directly to customers.
Memphis Movies this Week: ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Boosters’ and a couple of Oscar winners
There’s a solid fistful of notable revival screenings around town this week, though three of them will be showing on the same night (Thursday), at the same time (7 p.m.). Which will you choose?
How three brain surgeries led to a 13-year-old winning at barbecue fest
Winning pitmaster Jacey Blurton, 13, began manning the grill five years old, taking up barbecue after three surgeries left her with limited mobility.
Metro
Ask the Memphian: Who was Monk?
An unlikely local celebrity, Anthony “Monk” Cassata was known by thousands, and he spent decades walking the streets of Memphis with a heavy cane, big cigar, orange cap and multiple coats.
Premium Metro Cohen’s exit notes and Alexander’s memoir
Premium Education Hallmarks of Houston takeover aren’t guaranteed for Memphis schools
Premium Education Memphis students adapt to changing college-admissions process
State Government Law firm that helped reverse affirmative action may aid TN in defending new congressional maps
Business
‘An existential threat’: Supreme Court ruling on freight brokers could impact smaller operations
The Supreme Court ruled that freight brokers can be held liable in injury cases caused by carriers they hire. But a lack of “guardrails” could still leave an uphill battle for smaller companies in Memphis.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish golf tournament tees off its 16th year with new name
Premium Business At JA BizTown, kids get first taste of ‘the world of work’
Health Care Two Memphis hospitals get poor rating from federal government
Health Care Gaining by reducing: St. Jude receives $1 million for energy-saving projects
Sports
Tuesday’s Spring Fling schedule
Competition in baseball, soccer and softball gets underway at various sites in and around Murfreesboro. Track and field competition takes place in Knoxville.
High School Sports ECS girls lacrosse wins Division 2-A state title
Premium Sports Basketball world is ‘smiling on Memphis’ because of Nike’s EYBL
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Memphis basketball roster is mostly complete. What’s good, what’s bad, and what’s ugly.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Remembering Brandon Clarke; NBA Combine notes
Food
Recipe Exchange: Greek Fest’s spanakopita
Don’t be frustrated or scared to use phyllo dough, said one of the co-chairs of the Memphis Greek Festival. It is a lot more forgiving than people think.
Premium Food Holy Smoke! This live-fire team is just getting started
Suburbs
MS Gov. Reeves calls off special session — but still says redistricting expected before 2027 elections
A planned special session for the Mississippi Legislature to possibly redraw the state’s three Supreme Court districts was called off by Gov. Tate Reeves — but that’s more of a delay than an abandoning of the idea.
Update North Mississippi Mississippi state Rep. arrested in Hernando
Arts & Culture
Kooky, crazy and eclectic: ‘Imagination runs wild’ at the Mary Sims exhibition
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens pieced together a retrospective of Mary Sims, who, despite having sold works to celebrities like Jane Fonda and Burt Reynolds, remains mostly a local treasure. For now.
Premium Music Germantown Symphony Orchestra conductor is laying down his baton
Opinion
Opinion: With redistricting, ‘Memphis is defined by the people who stay and fight for it’
“Memphis has never been defined by the people who pass through it or pass judgment on it.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A week for Hope?
As we prepare to go into our new work week, it’s with summer on our minds.