2012: Pinnacle Airlines Corp. filed for federal bankruptcy reorganization after months of trying to reorganize the Memphis-based regional air carrier to compensate for a shift in the airline industry and a move away from the smaller capacity jets used by Pinnacle. It was a dramatic reversal for a company that in October 2010 became the anchor tenant of One Commerce Square. The reorganization plan was later scrapped for another reorganization plan that included Pinnacle moving out of Memphis effective May 2013.

2. McBroom Joins Indie Memphis as Director of Operations - Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Mandy McBroom has been named director of operations for Indie Memphis, the first full-time staff member to hold the position. In her new role, she will oversee festival operations, shorts programming, volunteer opportunities and membership growth.

3. Grisham Joins Growing Jackson Lewis Office - Thursday, May 03, 2012

When Greg Grisham joined the Memphis office of workplace law firm Jackson Lewis LLP as a partner a few weeks ago, it marked the fourth new attorney arrival in the firm’s Memphis office since December.

4. Jackson Lewis Adds Attorneys, Plans More - Thursday, May 03, 2012

The Memphis office of workplace law firm Jackson Lewis LLP is on a tear. The firm has brought four new attorneys, for example, on board since December. That brings the current total to nine – up from three when the firm opened its doors here in 2008.

5. Conspiracy Theory - Thursday, April 12, 2012

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tennessee joined 14 other states along with the U.S. Justice Department in suing Apple Inc. and major book publishers Wednesday, alleging a conspiracy to raise the price of electronic books they said cost consumers more than $100 million in the past two years by adding $2 to $5 to the price of each e-book.

6. Chamberlain Joins MBI - Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Jessica Chamberlain has joined MBI as a workspace consultant.

Hometown: Arlington, Tenn.

7. The Law of Crosswords - Thursday, November 03, 2011

“Dear Judge Vic, I’ve heard that crosswords are considered mentally healthy. Can you address this topic? Also, I’d like to work on your crosswords, but I hear they have legal themes. I worry I might not be qualified. /s/ New Kid.”

8. Events - Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Jobnewsmemphis.com will hold a career fair Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Memphis Hilton, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, pre-register, bring resumes and prepare to be interviewed. For more information, call 761-3025 or visit www.jobnewsmemphis.com.

9. Events - Monday, October 24, 2011

The Tennessee Beta Unit of Parliamentarians will hold its monthly meeting and educational program Monday, Oct. 24, at 5:45 p.m. at the Memphis Public Library & Information Center’s Poplar-White Station branch library, 5094 Poplar Ave.

10. On Location: Memphis Showcases Local, International Films - Wednesday, April 06, 2011

In the business of film festivals, international films bring prestige, but local films bring dollars.

This year’s 12th annual On Location: Memphis International Film and Music Festival, Thursday through Sunday, hopes to draw on the best of both worlds.

11. Mays To Hold Schools Consolidation Hearing - Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Most of the Shelby County Schools board wants a court order in Memphis federal court Thursday that will stop the plan by the Shelby County Commission to appoint a new countywide school board on March 28.

12. County School Board Seeks Injunction From Thursday Schools Hearing - Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Most of the Shelby County school board wants a court order in Memphis federal court Thursday that will stop the plan by the Shelby County Commission to appoint a new countywide school board on March 28.

13. Action! We Belong in the Movies - Friday, August 06, 2010

Gene Hackman has a big head.

I’m not talking ego, the man really does have a head the size of a medicine ball. I know because I stood next to him one morning in Court Square chatting about the Hebe Fountain. Okay, he wasn’t actually talking to me, he was talking to the little guy on the other side of him – Tom Cruise. Maybe 5-7, depending on his shoes. They were here shooting “The Firm.”

14. Events - Thursday, September 17, 2009

The Memphis Lawyers’ Chapter and University of Memphis Law School Student Chapter of the Federalist Society will hold a seminar today from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, 3715 Central Ave. Steven J. Mulroy and Christopher Green will present “A Constitution Day Debate: Living Constitution vs. Original Intent.” To register, call Greg Grisham at 527-0214.

15. Events - Thursday, March 05, 2009

The Memphis Lawyers’ Chapter of the Federalist Society will present a panel discussion on “Judicial Selection in Tennessee” today from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Felecia Suzanne’s, 80 Monroe Ave. Cost is $30 for members and $35 for nonmembers. To register, contact Greg Grisham at greg.grisham@leitnerfirm.com or 312-9413.

16. Evidence at Heart of Matter For Cooley, The Innocence Project - Friday, November 14, 2008

Craig Cooley compares the aftermath of a wrongful criminal conviction to the aftermath of a train crash.

17. Issues of Civility, Professionalism Linger in Legal Community - Thursday, October 02, 2008

People who watch shows such as “Law & Order” might imagine lawyers constantly head-butting, arguing and back-stabbing.

However, in the real world, lawyers tend to be more collegial. But many lawyers have said they would like to see more civil, courteous behavior among their colleagues.

18. Courthouse Library Full of Memories - Thursday, May 22, 2008

Ora Lee Mitchell remembers when the Shelby County Courthouse was the seat of all local government – city and county.

“The City Commission had its offices out those doors and on the second floor,” she said, pointing to two wooden doors at the other end of the Law Library where she works. “The county school board was right out here. They had it all in that little corner.”

19. Events - Wednesday, September 19, 2007

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will host its "Researching Grant Funding" workshop today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the alliance office, 606 S. Mendenhall Road, Suite 108. The event is $65 for members, $55 for participants in the Alliance's Program for Nonprofit Excellence and $99 for nonmembers. Call Nancy McGee at 684-6605 for more information.

20. Events - Tuesday, September 18, 2007

The Executive Employment Law Seminar Series will be today from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave., ninth floor. This week's topic is "Compensation, Benefits and Commissions." The event is $25 per person, including breakfast, payable at the door. Reservations can be made by calling Sheila Lindsey at 683-1850.

21. Legal Defender of Bush War Policies To Appear in Memphis - Friday, August 03, 2007

Chances are, most people don't recognize his name. But any American over the last few years who's read about, opined on or debated the so-called war on terror - whether they've done so in coffeehouses, college campuses or the halls of Congress - knows full well his legacy.

22. Barrow Named Chef de Cuisine At Capriccio Grill - Wednesday, March 14, 2007

The Peabody Hotel has named Brian Barrow chef de cuisine for Capriccio Grill, an Italian steakhouse. Barrow began his culinary career at 27. He attended Johnson & Wales University's College of Culinary Arts in Miami. He previously was a chef at the Ambassador Hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and with Do & Co International Catering.

23. Events - Tuesday, February 06, 2007

The David Lusk Gallery presents "John Torina: Path Into the Wilderness" through Feb. 24 at 4540 Poplar Ave. For more information, call the gallery at 767-3800.

The Eclectic Eye in Midtown presents "Life As I See It," an exhibit by Tom Clifton, through March 1 at 242 South Cooper St. For more information, call 276-EYES (3937).

24. Events - Monday, October 02, 2006

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence presents "What Every Board Member Should Know About Ethics (to Stay Out of Trouble)" today from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Buckman Hall at Christian Brothers University, 650 E. Parkway South. Cost is $40 for members and $60 for non-members. Visit www.npexcellence.org to register.

25. Events - Thursday, September 28, 2006

eWomenNetwork holds an accelerated networking luncheon today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. Mary Jo Greil, founder and president of Carson Greil Group LLC, is the guest speaker. Cost is $55. Call 210-9582 to register.

26. The Next Chapter Unfolds in Tale of Two Bookstores - Monday, September 11, 2006

The numbers he was crunching seemed too good to ignore.

Hugh Hollowell - a former financial planner-turned-bookstore owner - wanted to expand Midtown Books, the small used book shop he once operated across the street from Blue Monkey on Madison Avenue.

27. A Closing Chapter for Burke's? - Thursday, May 04, 2006

In the winner-take-all, Texas hold 'em competition that is the world of retail, how many small bookstore owners can say they have a credit card slip signed by actor Gene Hackman lovingly taped to their refrigerator?

28. Archived Article: Lead - Wednesday, March 02, 2005
ANDY MEEK

Southaven Expands Key City Service

New library reflects period of growth in heart of city

ANDY MEEK

The Daily News

You could almost say the future of Southaven is an open book.

Two new regional shopping centers are in the...

29. Archived Article: Small Biz - Wednesday, April 07, 2004
Burkes

Burkes a Mainstay in Local Book Scene

LANCE ALLAN

The Daily News

Its a marriage built on books. Theres just no other way to describe the relationship of Cheryl and Corey Mesler, owners of Burkes Book Store.

I hired her to marry...

30. Archived Article: Marketplace - Monday, November 19, 2001
Time to revisit employee leave policy, experts say

Many employers revisit military leave policy

By SUE PEASE

The Daily News

During the war on terrorism, many U.S. companies are re-examining an employee policy they havent visited since th...

31. Archived Article: Law Briefs - Thursday, May 17, 2001
David F Weintraub, Stock, Bennett & Grisham PC has relocated its office to the Renaissance Center, 1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 512. The firm concentrates its practice on representing employees in labor and employment matters. John Sandford w...

32. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, March 26, 2001
Calendar of events: June 5 11 Calendar of events: March 26-April 1 March 26 The Federalist Society Memphis Lawyers Chapter is hosting a book signing with University of Mississippi School of Law professor Ronald J. Rychlak. He will discuss his latest...

33. Archived Article: Law Column - Thursday, March 18, 1999
A look back a look ahead A look back a look ahead By Jeff Weintraub Special to The Daily News 1998 was another interesting year in labor relations. Both the NBA and Northwest Airlines pilots struck, and Federal Express narrowly avoided a strike. The...

34. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, June 22, 1998
June 22 June 22 The League of Women Voters will meet at 7 p.m. at the Poplar-White Station Public Library, 5094 Poplar Ave. The topic will be groundwater protection. The speaker will be Dr. John Smith, director of the Ground Water Institute at the U...

35. Archived Article: Law Analys - Thursday, February 20, 1997
A look back A look ahead A look back A look ahead By Jeff Weintraub Special to The Daily News As expected, 1996 was another eventful year in the labor and employment arena. 1996 saw a number of important Supreme Court decisions, the passage of healt...

36. Archived Article: Govt Focus - Friday, November 22, 1996
11-21 film, tape & music.gs Memphis means movies Film location manager cites local strengths, needs in building movie industry base By GABRIELLE C.L. SONGE The Daily News A special guest addressed the Memphis and Shelby County Film, Tape & M...

37. Archived Article: Law Review - Wednesday, October 30, 1996
10/30Law review A novel approach to law Law professors analyze Grishams "Rainmaker" currently being filmed in Memphis By GABRIELLE C.L. SONGE The Daily News Even before Francis Ford Coppola had completed casting for the "Rainmaker,&qu...

38. Archived Article: Page 3 - Tuesday, September 24, 1996
Home sales increase in August Home sales increase in August Home sales compiled in the Multiple Listing Service grew 8.2 percent in August as compared to July, according to the Memphis Area Association of Realtors. August sales totaled 1,161 compare...

39. Archived Article: Book & Paper Chg - Wednesday, May 29, 1996
Memphis will be the venue of Tennessees first book and paper show on June 8-9 at the Cook Convention Center. Memphis site for states first book and paper show By CAMILLE H. GAMBLE The Daily News Collectors looking for rare first editions of John Gri...

40. Archived Article: Standout (steiner) Lj - Friday, May 10, 1996
lj 10/5 cates Conquering a killer Dr. Mitchell Steiner set to begin clinical trials for innovative prostate cancer treatment By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News A University of Tennessee-Memphis professor and oncology specialist is poised to begin clin...

41. Archived Article: Bookstores Jts - Tuesday, April 16, 1996
4/15 jts cupacoffee Memphis merges mocha with Melville Bookstores sell more with cafes By JAMES SNYDER More and more Memphis bookstores are going the way of Seattle, serving up a hot cup of joe to accompany the latest John Grisham novel. Davis-Kidd ...

42. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, February 21, 1996
02-21 Memos ETI Corp. has announced the addition of two staff members. Janet Smith has joined ETI as marketing coordinator for the land development department. She most recently served as executive secretary for a Memphis-based architecture and engi...

43. Archived Article: Law Analys - Thursday, January 11, 1996
01/11 Law analys A look back, a look ahead By JEFF WEINTRAUB The Daily News In 1995, employers ran headlong into the pro-labor agenda of the President, the Secretary of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board. Governmental activism in the labor...