The county began demolition of a house next to the Office of Reentry Monday, April 25, and will soon begin construction.

Annual rivalry match produces no goals, but some positives for both coaches.

LeMoyne-Owen College is celebrating its new president Vernell Bennett-Fairs with a series of events this week. The president’s investiture was delayed more than a year by COVID-19.

The Brothers’ performance at the prestigious Penn Relays produced the state’s season-best time.

The annual show is being held for the first time since 2019 and will include surprise guest performances that will be revealed during the concert. 

The upcoming June 4 summit will provide a space for members of affected communities to meet with and seek resources from from clergy leaders, nonprofit organizations, law enforcement and government agencies. 

Heath McMillian will take over as executive vice president for the college’s Blue Oval City campus. 

An accidental hot sauce douse prompts a culinary epiphany for a friend — and a question for you. 

Dwan Gilliom referred to the new position with Allworld as the end of his career in public service.

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris outlined his budget proposal the day after winning the Democratic primary for county mayor and advancing to the August county general election in his quest for a second term.

At the end of play on Tuesday, the former Middle College star held the lead at the PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship in Philadelphia and was the lone player under par.

The farm was started by Memphis firefighter Bobby Rich, whose knowledge makes him akin to a walking plant encyclopedia. 

With Grant Gunnell gone, freshman Tevin Carter could be the backup to Seth Henigan. 

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This week’s Inked shares news on Midtown Nursery’s new permanent location, new PetSmart in Collerville and the opening of Paradox at PeCo in Midtown. 

“If things were optional at school — things like the science fair or spelling bees — they were not optional in our house,” said Terri Carmichael Jackson. 

Only one of the incumbent Democratic clerks from 2018’s Democratic sweep of the offices was without a challenge from within the party. Three of the incumbents didn’t survive to advance to the August county general election.

Incumbent Democratic County Mayor Lee Harris defeated challenger Ken Moody. Harris said he expects a hard-fought contest in the general election contest with Republican nominee Worth Morgan. 

Ja Morant, who finished with 47 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, scored the Grizzlies’ final 15 points in the win over Golden State.

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“It’s quite simple, the Democrat primary voters have decided who they want as their candidate,” Folsom said. “It was a well-fought race despite the incredibly low turnout.”

Steve Mulroy will face incumbent District Attorney General Amy Weirich in the general elections in August. 

District 4 was the only contested Republican race on the May 3 ballot.

The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art announced a search committee to oversee the selection of a permanent executive director.

O’Jay spent more than four decades working in the radio industry, spending a bulk of that time at the historic WDIA station in Memphis.

Brands, sponsors and other supporters will have access to reach all Tigers athletes by using the new marketplace website.