Secret Smash Society founders to open Hard Times Deli
The chefs affectionately known around Memphis as the “Patty Daddys” are opening a new restaurant where they can support their families and “not have to work for the man.”
The chefs affectionately known around Memphis as the “Patty Daddys” are opening a new restaurant where they can support their families and “not have to work for the man.”
Chandler’s stories and recipes have been featured in national publications such as Real Simple, HGTV Magazine and Woman’s World. She’s also appeared on a number of national broadcast cooking segments including the Food Network’s “Dinner: Impossible” and Ducks Unlimited TV.
County Commission asks Halbert for a plan, Lee’s school voucher plan is dead and the Patty Daddys are bringing burgers to the Edge.
“Whoever succeeds Laird Veatch as the Memphis Tigers athletic director will be handed a silver platter full of gifts realized under his watch.”Related story:
Lt. Vonzell Bibbs, McKinney’s supervisor at MPD’s Raines precinct, left the crowd gathered Hope Church with a call to action: “Smile at somebody. In honor of him, smile at somebody. Because a smile could help someone through this grieving process.”
Friends and family members have identified the two people who died after a mass shooting at an Orange Mound block party.
The national trend of chronic absenteeism trickles down to the Shelby County suburbs. District-wide numbers are up post-pandemic.
The trial in the lawsuit between Memphis Grizzlies’ star Ja Morant and Joshua Holloway over a fight during a pickup basketball game is delayed indefinitely.
Keith Williams, the district’s assistant superintendent of operations, said the updated dress code concerns discrepancies between current fashion trends and expectations for attire within the educational environment.
The call for a corrective action plan isn’t binding on County Clerk Wanda Halbert, who is an elected official outside the county administration. The sponsor of the resolution says he doesn’t expect Halbert to submit the plan.Related story:
In addition to a property-tax hike, Mayor Paul Young is also expected to rearrange some city priorities in his first budget as mayor.
Monday, Chris Herrington counted down from No. 18 to No. 9. Today, the eight most valuable members of the Grizzlies’ roster.
The commission also killed an appeal by an Eads developer seeking to start on a multi-phase project and a tie-in to the City of Memphis sewer system.
With the passage of both bills Monday, attention can now shift to local governments receiving the needed approvals to allocate the funding.
Tenn. Gov. Bill Lee campaigned on vouchers in both 2018 and 2022, but the bill’s chances of becoming law appeared in jeopardy last week. Lawmakers questioned the cost, the effect on private schools and the changing nature of the legislation.
Eduard Rodriguez Tabora, 22, is scheduled to go to trial Sept. 30 after he turned down a plea deal with a lesser charge in Shelby County Criminal Court Division 1 Judge Paula Skahan’s courtroom Monday.
A state measure that could put bail conditions in front of voters and change the Tennessee constitution will head to the House Tuesday, April 23.
Tom Lee Park is expected to welcome its 500,000th visitor this month, eight months after its formal opening on the Labor Day weekend. The park closes next Sunday for the Riverbeat load-in, but will reopen partially between the music festival and the SmokeSlam barbecue contest.
Hunter, a 6-foot Racine, Wisconsin, native, averaged 11.1 points, 4.1 assists and 2.9 rebounds per game while shooting 34.3% from 3-point range this past season for the Longhorns.
Okojie, a 6-foot-3 native of Ontario, Canada, averaged 8.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.4 steals per game while shooting 46.8% from the floor for George Mason last season.
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee ordered the status in accordance with the Honoring Hometown Heroes Act.
Memphis Redbirds slugger Luken Baker, who spent time last season with the St. Louis Cardinals, is chasing the Triple-A franchise’s all-time home runs records. He tries to not think about it.
Jack Gleason and Phinn Waters, a senior and a sophomore, are shining at the top of the Saints’ pitching rotation.
Simmons talks about how FedEx’s commitment should go a long way in providing her and the program with the momentum needed in today’s world of college athletics.
“Heartbreaking. Thank you for your service Officer McKinney. We will not forget you or your sacrifice.” — Sandy Patterson about Rusty McKinney remembered for his selflessness and smile
“I think State Sen. Brent Taylor is absolutely on the right track and I say ‘Keep it up’. …” — Steve Scales about State proposal could deny bail for six more types of offenses
“How is it that no one in law enforcement or the various ‘community leaders’ had situational awareness of this event? I live in Vollintine Evergreen and saw postings for it without even looking for the event. …” — Dennis Ostrow about Community leaders lament Orange Mound block party shooting
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Jackson had several Power 5 offers and chose the Vols over Auburn, Mississippi State and Ole Miss.
Here are the top performances for Memphis-area TSSAA athletes in track and field through April 20.
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, ECS, Lewisburg and Millington up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 25.
Phillip Ashley, the founder of Phillip Ashely Chocolates, discusses the evolution of his business as he’s shifted to more branded and business-to-business chocolate sales, including partnerships with Cadillac and other big named brands.
Seth Henigan and David Jones are among the subjects of discussion as The Daily Memphian Tigers Podcast with Greg Gaston wraps up following Saturday’s spring football game and Jones’ NBA Draft entry.
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The percentage of students who are chronically absent from schools jumped dramatically in Memphis from the 2018-19 school year to the 2022-23 school year. It’s a national trend that’s also seen in the area’s suburban schools. Chronic absenteeism: Myriad of issues keep MSCS students homeRelated story:
After decades of toxic emissions and nearly two years of community pressure on the company, Sterilization Services of Tennessee is leaving its South Memphis facility.
The departure of athletic director Laird Veatch from Memphis to Missouri comes three days after the Tigers secured a five-year, $25 million NIL commitment from FedExCorp.
“Overall, eggs fluctuate like the stock market did in 2019 – up 500, down 400,” said Jeff Zepatos, owner of Downtown’s Arcade Restaurant. “I’m not sure if we are winning at points or breaking even.”
Relying on his experiences overseas, Justin Ash is opening an Irish pub in the Old Towne district of Olive Branch.
Julie Pierotti, the Dixon’s Martha R. Robinson Curator, said that the show is a cross-section of art currently being made in the region.
“We were out in the country, the middle of nowhere yet right here, two old friends and a couple dogs among old barns on a new morning, and we were having a business meeting.”
A reporters roundtable on “Behind The Headlines” talks about Mayor Paul Young’s property tax hike proposal, new figures showing a drop in crime and first moves by the new MSCS superintendent.
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo by Ziggy Mack.