NASHVILLE (AP) – Gov. Bill Haslam has named interim Children's Services Commissioner Jim Henry to fill the post permanently.

2. - Wednesday, May 22, 2013

3. Auto Garage Owner Files Loan on Property - Wednesday, May 22, 2013

The owner of the automobile service garage at 615 W. Poplar Ave. in Collierville has filed a $418,000 loan on the property.

4. The 'Sell in May' Story - Wednesday, May 22, 2013

The “Sell in May, and Go Away” slogan is common vernacular within the investment sphere. However, for some of our readers who might not be as familiar with this phrase, we will use this week’s writings to review.

5. Boosting Email Newsletter Results - Wednesday, May 22, 2013

These days most businesses invest in e-newsletter campaigns, but few realize a return on that significant time investment. Developing a results-driven email newsletter strategy is more of a science than an art, as technological advancements provide a wealth of information about what readers want.

6. Ford Files Trust Deed for Sycamore View Property - Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Former U.S. Rep. Harold Ford Sr. of Memphis has filed a $900,000 loan on the shopping center at 1670 Sycamore View Road in Northeast Memphis that he recently bought.

7. Hopping to It - Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Its tagline is Hop On, Tune In and Rock Out. That’s a bite-sized description of what the new Memphis Hop bus service that launched earlier this month, with the goal of whisking Memphians and tourists to several local cultural attractions, is all about.

8. A Year After IPO, Facebook Aims to be Ad Colossus - Monday, May 20, 2013

NEW YORK (AP) – It was supposed to be our IPO, the people's public offering.

Facebook, the brainchild of a young CEO who sauntered into Wall Street meetings in a hoodie, was going to be bigger than Amazon, bigger than McDonald's, bigger than Coca-Cola. And it was all made possible by our friendships, photos and family ties.

9. - Saturday, May 18, 2013

10. Nike Distribution Center Issued $4.4 Million Permit - Monday, May 20, 2013

The city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement has issued a $4.4 million mechanical permit for work on Nike Inc.’s North Memphis distribution center at 3100 New Frayser Blvd.

11. National Economy Headlines Seminar - Monday, May 20, 2013

The next installment of The Daily News’ ongoing seminar series will offer a comprehensive look at the state of the economy, with insight from a panel of thought leaders and a keynote from the chief economic strategist of Vining Sparks IBG LP.

12. This week in Memphis history: May 17-23 - Saturday, May 18, 2013

2012: Construction began on Greenbrier Apartments at South Front Street and East Nettleton Avenue, a $2.5 million, three-story development with 25 apartment units and underground parking.

1993: Tennessee Gov. Ned McWherter signed legislation creating TennCare as Tennessee’s version of Medicaid.

13. Bill Haslam Vetoes ‘Ag Gag’ Bill - Saturday, May 18, 2013

Gov. Bill Haslam on Monday vetoed a bill that would require images documenting animal abuse be turned over to law enforcement within 48 hours, saying his main concern is its constitutionality.

State Attorney General Bob Cooper last week said in a legal opinion that the measure would be “constitutionally suspect” because it could violate Fifth Amendment protections against self-incrimination and for placing burdens on news collection.

14. Beale Street Caravan Blowout Held at A. Schwab - Saturday, May 18, 2013

The annual Beale Street Caravan Blowout party will be June 13 at A. Schwab Dry Goods Store, at 163 Beale St.

15. Beale Street Caravan Blowout to be Held at A. Schwab June 13 - Friday, May 17, 2013

The annual Beale Street Caravan Blowout party will be June 13 at A. Schwab Dry Goods Store, at 163 Beale St.

16. Raleigh Car Wash Buyer Files Construction Loan - Friday, May 17, 2013

The new owner of a car wash at 2515 Covington Pike in Raleigh has filed a $1.3 million construction loan on the property.

17. Grizz Win With Tony Being Tony - Friday, May 17, 2013

Had things turned out differently, we would know too well Rule 12, Section V, item a, from the NBA rulebook:

“An official may assess a technical foul, without prior warning, at any time. A technical foul (s) may be assessed to any player on the court or anyone seated on the bench for conduct, which in the opinion of the official, is detrimental to the game. The technical foul must be charged to an individual.”

18. Renaissance Group Files Loan on Lakeland Office - Thursday, May 16, 2013

Architecture and engineering firm Renaissance Group has filed a $1.7 million loan on its headquarters at 9700 Village Circle in Lakeland.

19. More Tips on Selling the Business - Thursday, May 16, 2013

I’d like to offer a counterpoint to a recent Daily News column that I presented a slanted view of the process used by investors to acquire the business of an entrepreneur (April 19, Selling the Business: Games Buyers Play).

20. Justice Department to Investigate IRS Targeting of Tea Party - Wednesday, May 15, 2013

WASHINGTON (AP) – The Justice Department is opening a criminal investigation into the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of tea party groups for extra scrutiny over whether they qualified for tax exempt status, Attorney General Eric Holder announced Tuesday.

21. - Wednesday, May 15, 2013

22. Cresthaven Building Sells for $2.5 Million - Wednesday, May 15, 2013

The 125,160-square-foot Cresthaven Medical Building at 1068 Cresthaven Road in East Memphis has sold for $2.5 million.

23. How High Can We Go? - Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Total stock market returns combine dividends with a change in earnings and a change in multiples. Right now, the dividend yield on the S&P 500 is 2 percent. The earnings estimate for the S&P 500, for year-end 2014 as projected by Standard and Poor’s, approximates $120, as trailing earnings equal $100 per share.

24. Screwpulp Aims to Make Publishing Simpler - Wednesday, May 15, 2013

With a name like Screwpulp, it’s not hard to figure out how the founders of the startup feel about the current state of the publishing industry.

Screwpulp is one of six companies participating in Seed Hatchery, a tech-focused business accelerator for high-growth companies that wraps up its third season this month. Richard Billings is the founder of Screwpulp, which he and his team have built to help writers do an end run around traditional publishing outlets.

25. Haslam Vetoes ‘Ag Gag’ Bill - Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Gov. Bill Haslam on Monday vetoed a bill that would require images documenting animal abuse be turned over to law enforcement within 48 hours, saying his main concern is its constitutionality.

State Attorney General Bob Cooper last week said in a legal opinion that the measure would be “constitutionally suspect” because it could violate Fifth Amendment protections against self-incrimination and for placing burdens on news collection.

26. Owner Files $1.7 Million Loan on Arlington Center - Tuesday, May 14, 2013

The new owner of the 13,658-square-foot retail center at 9915 U.S. 64 in Arlington has filed a $1.7 million loan on the property.

HGG Investments LLC filed the deed of trust May 6 through First Citizens National Bank. The financing was in conjunction with HGG Investments obtaining the property in a quitclaim deed from Robert E. Harris, Beverley R. Harris, Becky J. Graybill and Andrew P.P. Golay.

27. A Fond Farewell for Now - Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Hard to believe, but almost three years has passed since I wrote the first “Giving Back” column in 2010. Credit goes to James Overstreet, associate publisher of The Daily News, who pulled me aside one day and asked if I had ever thought about sharing my ideas and some of our Lipscomb Pitts Breakfast Club philanthropic efforts with a broader audience. What started as an idea to share helpful tips, quickly evolved into a pipeline for positive stories, a spotlight for local nonprofits, and an avenue to provide easy ways to get more engaged in our community.

28. Property Tax Complicates Sales Tax Considerations - Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Whether it is a tax hike or a tax rate hike, Memphis Mayor A C Wharton Jr.’s proposed 28-cent increase in the city property tax rate has complicated the idea of a half-percent city sales tax hike to go on the ballot later this year if the property tax hike sticks.

29. Two Memphis Krystals Sell for $2.5 Million - Monday, May 13, 2013

A pair of Memphis Krystal restaurants – 2663 Mount Moriah Road in Hickory Hill and 4431 Summer Ave. in Berclair – have sold for a combined $2.5 million.

30. The Daily News Claims 11 Green Eyeshade Awards - Saturday, May 11, 2013

The Daily News and The Memphis News claimed 11 Green Eyeshade Journalism Awards in the annual regional competition whose 2012 winners were announced Wednesday, May 8.

Sports commentary and sports reporting in The Memphis News by Don Wade claimed two first place awards in the 63rd annual Green Eyeshade Awards for the 11-state Southeastern region of the Society of Professional Journalists that includes Tennessee.

31. Outside Group Sends Warning to the Fed - Saturday, May 11, 2013

The Federal Advisory Council, a group of bankers that includes First Horizon National Corp. chairman and CEO Bryan Jordan and which advises the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, is concerned about several specific areas of the economy.

32. - Saturday, May 11, 2013

33. GOP Boycotts Health Care Advisory Board - Friday, May 10, 2013

WASHINGTON (AP) – House and Senate Republican leaders told President Barack Obama Thursday that they will refuse to nominate candidates to serve on an advisory board that is to play a role in holding down Medicare costs under the new health care act.

34. US Home Repossessions Fall in April, RealtyTrac Says - Friday, May 10, 2013

Fewer U.S. homes entered the foreclosure process or were repossessed by lenders last month, the latest indication that the nation’s foreclosure woes could be waning.

Nationally, home repossessions fell 20 percent in April from the previous month and were down 32 percent from a year earlier, foreclosure listing firm RealtyTrac Inc. said Thursday.

35. Oakhaven Warehouse Sells After Foreclosure - Friday, May 10, 2013

The 224,749-square-foot warehouse at 4120 Air Trans Road in Oakhaven has sold for $2.5 million following a foreclosure.

36. Memphis Means Grizzlies – Got It? - Friday, May 10, 2013

It’s funny the things you take for granted when you’re in the middle of them. Like, well, everything connected to this thrilling Grizzlies playoff run, including the characters and the language that have become part of the city’s core.

37. Mortgages Near $107 Million in April - Friday, May 10, 2013

From where he sits, Renaissance Realty’s Jeff Jenkins is optimistic that 2013 will be a fruitful one for the local real estate industry.

38. FAA to Staff 72 Airport Control Towers at Night - Thursday, May 09, 2013

WASHINGTON (AP) – Seventy-two airport towers and other air traffic control facilities that were slated to close at night due to budget cuts will get to stay open, the Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday.

39. Outside Group Sends Warning to the Fed - Thursday, May 09, 2013

The Federal Advisory Council, a group of bankers that includes First Horizon National Corp. chairman and CEO Bryan Jordan and which advises the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, is concerned about several specific areas of the economy.

40. Lakeland Super 8 Sells for $1.3 Million - Thursday, May 09, 2013

The Super 8 motel at 9779 Huff N Puff Road in Lakeland has sold for $1.3 million.

Sairam Nivas LLC bought the 34,068-square-foot hotel in a May 1 warranty deed from Prabhubhai K. Patel and Kashmira P. Patel.

41. The Daily News Claims 11 Green Eyeshade Awards - Thursday, May 09, 2013

The Daily News and The Memphis News claimed 11 Green Eyeshade Journalism Awards in the annual regional competition whose 2012 winners were announced Wednesday, May 8.

Sports commentary and sports reporting in The Memphis News by Don Wade claimed two first place awards in the 63rd annual Green Eyeshade Awards for the 11-state Southeastern region of the Society of Professional Journalists that includes Tennessee.

42. African-American TV Station Broadens Presence - Thursday, May 09, 2013

A new set of programming on Comcast Channel 31 geared toward Memphis’ African-American community is continuing to broaden its presence in the city.

The Carter Malone Group has developed a website for the venture, called MUTV1, which is short for Memphis Urban Television 1. In addition to serving as its agency of record, The Carter Malone Group CEO Deidre Malone also has a show on the channel called “Dialogue with Deidre.”

43. Program Aims to Find Jobs for National Guard - Wednesday, May 08, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) – A retired Tennessee National Guardsman has taken on a new role to help members of the Guard and their families find jobs and get career counseling.

Retired command sergeant major Bill Marley is the manager of the Tennessee Job Connection Education Program, which is sponsored by the Army National Guard. Tennessee is one of only four states to have the support program, which has placed more than 600 Tennessee National Guard personnel and their families in jobs with companies across Tennessee since 2012.

44. Tennessee to Create Nine ‘Recovery Courts’ - Wednesday, May 08, 2013

The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services plans to create nine recovery courts to combat mental health and substance abuse issues.

The Jackson Sun reports the courts will combine the services currently found in drug courts with those of mental health courts and veterans courts. Around the nation, these courts often exist separately, but in Tennessee, the services will be integrated.

45. - Wednesday, May 08, 2013

46. Nike Files $3 Million Permit for Distribution Center - Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Nike Inc. has filed a $3 million permit application with the city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement for work on its North Memphis distribution center at 3100 New Frayser Blvd.

47. Tennessee Named Top Choice for Retirement - Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Retirees considering where to spend their golden years might want to consider Tennessee.

That’s according to Bankrate.com, the personal finance website, which this week ranked Tennessee at the top of its list of the 10 best states for retirement. The site’s analysts crunched numbers in several categories, including cost of living, taxes, health care, crime and climate.

48. Faith Baptist Church Files Loan on Property - Tuesday, May 07, 2013

Faith Baptist Church of Bartlett and The Trustees of Faith Baptist Church of Bartlett have filed a $3.9 million loan on their 3775 N. Germantown Road church property in Bartlett.

49. Hopson Says Merger Not Reason for Staff Cuts - Tuesday, May 07, 2013

The interim superintendent of Shelby County’s two public school systems says staffing changes at some schools to start with the first school year of the merger aren’t as draconian as they could have been.

50. APNewsbreak: States Fear Loss of Health Care Aid - Monday, May 06, 2013

WASHINGTON (AP) – Thousands of people with serious medical problems are in danger of losing coverage under President Barack Obama's health care overhaul because of cost overruns, state officials say.

51. The Daily News Takes Two TAPME Awards - Saturday, May 04, 2013

The Daily News and The Memphis News took two awards at the annual Tennessee Associated Press Managing Editors competition.

The publications placed first in the competition for best editorial among Division 3 publications, which includes a daily circulation of up to 15,000, for an editorial in the July 27 Memphis News edition on the state of local green initiatives that also ran on the daily website.

52. Obama: Health Care Law Mostly in Place - Saturday, May 04, 2013

President Barack Obama argues that his signature health care law is already benefiting most Americans even if they don’t know it.

The president says despite what he calls “sky is falling” predictions, the Affordable Care Act’s provisions are already in place for those with health insurance.

53. Medtronic to Cut 60 Memphis Jobs - Saturday, May 04, 2013

Medtronic Spine, the Memphis-based division of Medtronic Inc., will cut about 60 local jobs as part of a strategy to reduce overall costs by 5 percent, a company spokesman confirmed.

54. Events - Saturday, May 04, 2013

In-Synk and The Daily News will host a Leadership Lunch & Learn about Nate Silver’s book “The Signal and The Noise: Why So Many Predictions Fail – But Some Don’t” Friday, May 3, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Triumph Bank board room, 5699 Poplar Ave. Cost is $20. Register at lnlsignalnoise-rss.eventbrite.com.

55. May 3-9: This Week in Memphis History - Saturday, May 04, 2013

1993: J. Terry Steib became the new bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Memphis.

The Harrah’s casino division of Memphis-based Promus Cos. announced plans to build a casino in Tunica on 150 acres of land five miles west of U.S. 61 with an opening date of late 1994.

56. - Saturday, May 04, 2013

57. Central Animal Hospital Files Loan on Property - Monday, May 06, 2013

Central Animal Hospital at 2192 Central Ave. in Midtown has filed a $2.4 million loan on its property.

58. Alexander Denounces Device Tax - Monday, May 06, 2013

U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., said he’d push to repeal a tax that levies an extra 2.3 percent on the sales of medical devices, saying the tax makes it harder for medical device makers to hire new employees.

59. Tennessee Children Services Disciplines Three Workers - Friday, May 03, 2013

The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services has disciplined three high-ranking employees over child death record keeping.

The Tennessean cited internal memos in reporting the demotion of team coordinator Lisa Lund, who appealed the penalty and was reinstated with a two-day unpaid suspension. The documents also noted the two-day suspension of Director of Child Safety Marjahna Hart, who is Lund’s supervisor.

60. Stonebridge Golf Club Sells for $1.5 Million - Friday, May 03, 2013

The Stonebridge Golf Club at 3049 Davies Plantation Road between U.S. 64 and Interstate 40 in Lakeland has sold for $1.5 million.

61. Events - Friday, May 03, 2013

Memphis in May Beale Street Music Festival will be held Friday, May 3, to Sunday, May 5, at Tom Lee Park. Single-day tickets start at $35. Visit memphisinmay.org for a lineup.

62. The No-Growth Rally - Friday, May 03, 2013

Over 200 S&P 500 companies have now reported earnings. While 70 percent or so have beaten expectations, the blended earnings growth rate has basically flat lined. Using revenues as a purer gauge adds little encouragement. Revenues have also flat lined over the last year. Without an uptick in global economic activity or the ability to pass on price increases to customers, US earnings look winded. How can the rally persist without growth?

63. Grizzlies Trying to Create Season to Remember - Friday, May 03, 2013

Disappointments past can set up unmitigated joy in the present. At its best, that’s how this whole sports fandom thing works.

You invest yourself emotionally (yes, perhaps financially, too) and if you hold the stock (your loyalty) long enough, there’s a nice payoff.

64. National, Local Leaders Discuss Nonprofit Challenges - Friday, May 03, 2013

Nonprofits need multifaceted ways to inform their stakeholders in a world that has grown more volatile, uncertain and complex, Jacob Herold, the president and CEO of GuideStar, told a sold-out audience at the annual Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence conference Wednesday, May 1.

65. Metropolitan Bank Earnings Up 43 Percent - Friday, May 03, 2013

Metropolitan Bank is starting off its fifth year by reporting another quarter of increased earnings – the 14th straight quarter in which that’s happened.

66. Medtronic to Cut 60 Memphis Jobs - Friday, May 03, 2013

Medtronic Spine, the Memphis-based division of Medtronic Inc., will cut about 60 local jobs as part of a strategy to reduce overall costs by 5 percent, a company spokesman confirmed.

67. Smith & Nephew Profit Falls 10 Percent - Thursday, May 02, 2013

Smith & Nephew PLC said it will start a $300 million share buyback program and buy an Indian orthopedic trauma company, after a first-quarter slump in profit.

The London-based global medical technology business said it will acquire Adler Mediequip Private Ltd., and the brands and assets of Sushrut Surgicals Private Ltd. 

68. Whole Foods Files Permit for Expansion - Thursday, May 02, 2013

Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market Inc. has filed a $3.1 million building permit application with the city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement to renovate its lone local store on Poplar Avenue in East Memphis.

69. Events - Thursday, May 02, 2013

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Memphis chapter will meet Thursday, May 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ballet Memphis, 7950 Trinity Road. Dorothy Gunther Pugh, founding artistic director and executive director of Ballet Memphis, will discuss relationship building and leadership. Cost is $15 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Register at afpmemphis.org.

70. Obama: Health Care Law Mostly in Place - Wednesday, May 01, 2013

President Barack Obama argues that his signature health care law is already benefiting most Americans even if they don’t know it.

The president says despite what he calls “sky is falling” predictions, the Affordable Care Act’s provisions are already in place for those with health insurance.

71. - Wednesday, May 01, 2013

72. Gardens of Germantown Owner Files $8.3 Million Loan - Wednesday, May 01, 2013

The owner of Gardens of Germantown assisted living community at 3179 Professional Plaza Drive in Germantown has filed an $8.3 million loan on the property.

73. Events - Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Kiwanis Club of Memphis will meet Wednesday, May 1, from noon to 1 p.m. at The University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. Dave Keigan, director of Camp Phoenix, will speak. Cost is $18 for nonmembers.

74. The Daily News Takes Two TAPME Awards - Tuesday, April 30, 2013

The Daily News and The Memphis News took two awards at the annual Tennessee Associated Press Managing Editors competition.

The publications placed first in the competition for best editorial among Division 3 publications, which includes a daily circulation of up to 15,000, for an editorial in the July 27 Memphis News edition on the state of local green initiatives that also ran on the daily website.

75. Cordova Stor-N-Lock Sells for $2.1 Million - Tuesday, April 30, 2013

The Cordova Stor-N-Lock at 1570 Bonnie Lane has sold for $2.1 million following a foreclosure.

Special servicer C-III Asset Management LLC of Irving, Texas, bought the 54,199-square-foot property in an April 26 substitute trustee’s deed from R. Spencer Clift of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC, acting on behalf of the lender.

76. Data Facts Leading by Example - Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Last week we highlighted Friends For Life Corp., which is an organization helping people affected by HIV/AIDS to live well. This week let us discuss an important trend in corporate philanthropy and spotlight a local company leading by example.

77. Kyle, Kelsey Debate Health Care, Government’s Role - Tuesday, April 30, 2013

State Senate Democratic leader Jim Kyle of Memphis says Republicans in the Tennessee General Assembly are becoming like “Dixiecrats” – the Southern segregationist Democrats in the U.S. Congress in the late 1940s who formed their own party for a time.

78. UWT Logistics to Expand Memphis Facilities - Saturday, April 27, 2013

UWT Logistics said it will expand the company’s facilities on East Holmes Road in Memphis. The expansion represents a $4.8 million investment and will create 81 full-time jobs.

“Tennessee’s global transportation systems provide unsurpassed efficiency and proximity to customers throughout the U.S. and around the world,” said Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty, in a statement making the expansion official. “Companies like UWT Logistics understand the competitive edge that our solid infrastructure and pro-business environment offer.”

79. April 26-May 2: This Week in Memphis History - Saturday, April 27, 2013

1993: On the front page of The Daily News is a story looking at the formal opening on the Main Street Trolley, a project eight years in the making that remade what had been the Mid-America Mall. The Memphis Area Transit Authority offered free trolley rides the first two days of operation.

80. - Saturday, April 27, 2013

81. Reno Company Buys Office, Files Loan - Monday, April 29, 2013

Reno, Nev.-based EP Minerals LP has filed a $7.1 million loan on its mixed-use office building at 7125 Riverdale Bend Road in Southeast Memphis.

82. Metropolitan Bank Still Growing 5 Years In - Saturday, April 27, 2013

Metropolitan Bank has come a long way in five short years. Since being founded amid the worst financial crisis in the U.S. in generations, the bank – which in March celebrated its fifth birthday – has grown its assets from $243 million at the end of 2008 to $722 million at the end of 2012.

83. US Options Exchange Reopens After Half-Day Outage - Friday, April 26, 2013

NEW YORK (AP) – Trading on the biggest exchange for financial options resumed Thursday following an outage caused by software problems.

The Chicago Board Options Exchange reopened at 12:50 p.m. Eastern time after being closed from the start of the trading day. The shutdown forced traders to scramble for alternatives.

84. UWT Logistics to Expand Memphis Facilities - Friday, April 26, 2013

UWT Logistics said it will expand the company’s facilities on East Holmes Road. The expansion represents a $4.8 million investment and will create 81 full-time jobs.

“Tennessee’s global transportation systems provide unsurpassed efficiency and proximity to customers throughout the U.S. and around the world,” said Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty, in a statement making the expansion official. “Companies like UWT Logistics understand the competitive edge that our solid infrastructure and pro-business environment offer.”

85. Regions Financial Triples Quarterly Dividend - Friday, April 26, 2013

Regions Financial Corp. is tripling its quarterly dividend payment to shareholders.

Since 2009, Regions’ quarterly dividend has been $0.01 per share, which the bank is now increasing to $0.03 per share starting July 1. This fulfills a stated goal of Regions to increase its dividend.

86. Extra Space Storage Owner Files Loan - Friday, April 26, 2013

The owner of the Extra Space Storage facility at 2625 Mount Moriah Road in Hickory Hill has filed a $2.6 million loan on the property.

87. ‘Old School’ Gasol Feted As League’s Top Defender - Friday, April 26, 2013

The NBA’s new Defensive Player of the Year was remembering another ceremony, more than a decade ago at The Pyramid.

“I was just a little kid watching my older brother be happy to be recognized,” center Marc Gasol said.

88. Mississippi Governor Calls Economic Special Session - Thursday, April 25, 2013

Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant said he was bringing lawmakers back to the Capitol late this week for a special session on an economic development project.

“I will issue a formal call (Wednesday) for the Legislature to convene on Friday to consider an economic development package that will bring needed jobs to our state,” Bryant said in a news release. “This is an exciting project and a great testament to the quality of our workforce.”

89. Virginia Company Buys Poplar Avenue Retail Property - Thursday, April 25, 2013

A Reston, Va.-based company called Poplar Avenue LLC has paid $2.9 million for 7665 Poplar Ave. in Germantown.

90. Rotten Golden Apples in a Can - Thursday, April 25, 2013

It has been a particularly tough stretch for sage taxicab investors. My recent taxi tips have centered on three clear winners. Gold, Apple and Cash. Let’s evaluate.

Cab Tip #1: Central Bank Money Printing = Gold Prices Rising

91. FedEx Wins $10.5 Billion Contract With USPS - Thursday, April 25, 2013

FedEx Corp. said Tuesday, April 23, it won a $10.5 billion contract to carry mail between domestic airports for the U.S. Postal Service.

92. - Wednesday, April 24, 2013

93. Cypress Realty Pays $1.7 Million for Office Condos - Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Memphis-based realty investment fund Cypress Realty Holdings has paid $1.7 million for a trio of office condominiums at 717 White Station Road.

94. Workshop Will Teach Business Fundamentals - Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Steve Jobs could do it. Fred Smith did it. So do the chief executives of businesses large and small, from retail to technology to medicine.

95. 108th General Assembly Adjourns for Year - Tuesday, April 23, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) – The 108th Tennessee General Assembly adjourned on Friday, the first time in 45 years that lawmakers have finished as early as April in the first year of a session.

Senate Speaker Ron Ramsey had set an adjournment goal of April 18, but he didn't seem upset finishing a day later.

96. Windsor Points Finances 53 Wesley Forest Lots - Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Windsor Pointe 2011 LP, the Diamondhead, Miss.-based partnership that bought 53 lots in Wesley Forest Subdivision in November, has financed the property for $4.5 million.

Windsor Pointe filed the commercial trust deed, security agreement, and assignment of rents and profits through Stearns Bank on April 11. Gary R. Gibbs signed the deed, which matures Oct. 11, 2014, as chief manager of Windsor Pointe.

97. Suburban Mayors Preach Patience to Parents - Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Suburban leaders are counseling patience among parents of children in their communities who will be part of the coming merger of the county’s two public school systems.

And they will start moving in May on the process of forming municipal school districts for the 2014-2015 school year.

98. Poll: Public Pessimism on Economy is Increasing - Monday, April 22, 2013

WASHINGTON (AP) – For the third year in a row, the nation's economic recovery has hit a springtime soft spot. Reflecting that weakness, only 1 in 4 Americans now expects his or her own financial situation to improve over the next year, a new Associated Press-GfK poll shows.

99. Osceola Kicks in $2 Million for Big River Steel - Monday, April 22, 2013

The city of Osceola is the latest governmental body to approve incentives for the planned $1.1 billion Big River Steel mill in Northeast Arkansas.

The Blytheville Courier News reports (http://bit.ly/Yzo3CX ) that the Osceola City Council approved $2 million last week for the new steel mill.

100. Select-O-Hits Files Loan on Property - Monday, April 22, 2013

Select-O-Hits Inc. has filed a $2.6 million loan on its 17,050-square-foot industrial property at 1981 Fletcher Creek Drive in Northeast Memphis.