Memphis Grizzlies Suffer 15th Consecutive Loss

The Grizzlies lost their 15th straight game, 119-110 at Chicago, on Wednesday, March 7.

The team has not won since defeating the Phoenix Suns at FedExForum on Jan. 29.

2. Goodin Joins Hagwood Adelman As Memphis Managing Attorney - Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Michael T. Goodin has joined Hagwood Adelman Tipton PC as managing attorney of the Memphis office. In that role, he provides legal services to HAT’s clients in matters such as medical malpractice and senior housing litigation for health care providers along the continuum of care, including skilled nursing, assisted living, behavioral health, home health and hospice litigation. In addition, he assists in supervising the attorney and paraprofessional teams.

3. Morris Realty, Auction Combine Forces - Saturday, September 30, 2017

Morris Realty Group and Morris Auction Group have launched a new brand identity: Morris Realty & Auction. Buyers and sellers now can access each company’s services in one place.

“In today’s marketplace, buyers and sellers desire a one-stop shop for their real estate marketing and auction needs, and Morris Realty & Auction is now positioned to offer that comprehensive experience as we drive successful results for our clients,” Jeff Morris, founder and president of Morris Realty & Auction, said in a statement.

4. Morris Realty, Auction Groups Merge Into One Company - Friday, September 29, 2017

Morris Realty Group and Morris Auction Group have launched a new brand identity: Morris Realty & Auction. Buyers and sellers now can access each company’s services in one place.

“In today’s marketplace, buyers and sellers desire a one-stop shop for their real estate marketing and auction needs, and Morris Realty & Auction is now positioned to offer that comprehensive experience as we drive successful results for our clients,” Jeff Morris, founder and president of Morris Realty & Auction, said in a statement.

5. Patterson Resignation Comes as Council Examines DMC’s Role - Monday, July 10, 2017

Terence Patterson exited the Downtown Memphis Commission last week as the Memphis City Council is about to discuss replacing or restructuring not only the DMC, but the Riverfront Development Corp.

6. Despite Stigma, Real Estate Auctions Represent the ‘Purest’ Marketplace - Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Sometimes there is a stigma attached to selling real estate at an auction, but Jeff Morris says it’s actually the purest form of capitalism.

7. Last Word: Basketball Capitol, Gang Fight in Southwest Memphis and Moving Polk - Monday, March 27, 2017

There is something to be said for hosting a round of the NCAA’s March Madness without having a team in the playoffs. Much to be said against it. But after a weekend of what I think most of us here will call the most compelling of the regionals featured prominently on national television, you really can find very little to complain about. It might even have rekindled the intensity of our civic love of basketball.

8. Despite Stigma, Real Estate Auctions are ‘Purest’ Marketplace - Monday, March 27, 2017

Sometimes there is a stigma attached to selling real estate at an auction, but Jeff Morris says it’s actually the purest form of capitalism.

9. Morris Auction Group Adds New Services in Destin, Fla. - Saturday, November 26, 2016

Six months after Memphis-based Morris Auction Group expanded into Destin, Florida, the company is expanding the scope of its services there.

Morris’ Destin branch, Luxury Estates Auction Co., has added a new arm focused on traditional real estate services. Called Luxury Estates Realty Group, the arm will focus on showcasing and selling high net worth properties in the Destin/30A area and the Northwest Florida region.

10. Morris Auction Group Adds New Services in Destin, Fla. - Thursday, November 24, 2016

Six months after Memphis-based Morris Auction Group expanded into Destin, Florida, the company is expanding the scope of its services there.

Morris’ Destin branch, Luxury Estates Auction Co., has added a new arm focused on traditional real estate services. Called Luxury Estates Realty Group, the arm will focus on showcasing and selling high net worth properties in the Destin/30A area and the Northwest Florida region.

11. Rhodes Honors Judith Haas With Faculty Service Award - Wednesday, September 7, 2016

Dr. Judith Haas, associate professor of English at Rhodes College, has been presented the 2016 Jameson M. Jones Award for Outstanding Faculty Service, which honors a current faculty member who has rendered exemplary service and provided leadership to the Rhodes community.
Haas, who joined the Rhodes faculty in 2002, has served as co-director of the college’s post-graduate fellowships and scholarships initiatives; secretary-treasurer for the Rhodes chapter of Phi Beta Kappa; and director of the Gender and Sexuality Studies Program. She also serves on the committee charged with revising the college’s Title IX policy on Sexual Misconduct.

12. Beale Authority Encounters Familiar Headwinds - Monday, March 21, 2016

Somewhere near the beginning of the Thursday, March 17, meeting of the Beale Street Tourism Development Authority, Caren Nichol talked about how unique the entertainment district is because of its cultural and historical importance.

13. Beale Authority Reopens Management Firm Search, Draws Fire - Friday, March 18, 2016

The Beale Street Tourism Development Authority has decided to reopen the process for finding a manager for the entertainment district, putting off the selection of a firm possibly until September.

In seeking new proposals by the end of June, the authority voted to keep the proposals from four companies the group has been reviewing for several months and allow those companies to amend their proposals if they wish.

14. Beale Street Management Firm Possibly On March Agenda - Monday, February 22, 2016

The Beale Street Tourism Development Authority may be ready to pick a day-to-day manager for the entertainment district at its March 10 meeting.

But after meeting with leaders of the four companies who have formally applied for the job, members of the authority said last week they have a lot of information and are looking for some more detail before making a decision.

15. Thomas Rejoins Bass, Berry & Sims - Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Attorney Oscar L. Thomas has rejoined Bass, Berry & Sims’ Memphis office as counsel after serving as vice president of business affairs for MRI Interventions Inc., a medical device manufacturer based in Irvine, Calif.

16. Hiring of New Beale Street Manager Nears - Monday, December 21, 2015

The Beale Street Tourism Development Authority will soon know what it has to work with in selecting a firm to run the entertainment district on a day-to-day basis.

The deadline for real estate management companies to apply to the authority’s request for proposal or RFP was Friday, Dec. 18.

17. Beale Authority Ready To Issue Manager RFP In November - Friday, October 16, 2015

The timeline is tight. But with the city of Memphis elections done, the Beale Street Tourism Development Authority is ready to move on several fronts before the end of the year to take control of the entertainment district and hire a day-to-day property manager.

18. Beale Authority Moves Toward Management Firm - Monday, September 14, 2015

The Beale Street Tourism Development Authority plans to hire a day-to-day real estate management firm by the end of the year.

The authority voted Thursday, Sept. 10, to move toward the hire. The next step is a request for proposal that the board is expected to vote on at its Oct. 15 meeting.

19. Beale Board Looks at 3-Month Window to Set Up Shop - Monday, August 17, 2015

The Beale Street Tourism Development Authority is looking at a narrow three-month window to get its lease agreement with City Hall signed and, in effect, begin its work for the city and hire some kind of day-to-day manager for the entertainment district.

20. Beale Authority Wants to Talk Fee Simple Ownership Of District - Friday, June 5, 2015

The newly appointed Beale Street Tourism Development Authority wants to talk to Memphis City Council members about a fee simple arrangement for how it would govern the entertainment district for the city.

21. Beale Street Board to Tackle District Plans, Future - Monday, May 11, 2015

Jeff Sanford has spent much of the past five years consulting on redevelopment projects in other cities.

But Sanford – who stepped down from his post as president of the Center City Commission, now the Downtown Memphis Commission, in 2010 – hasn’t found another entertainment district comparable to Memphis’ most famous street.

22. Morris to Leave Downtown Memphis Commission - Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Paul Morris will leave his post as president of the Downtown Memphis Commission late this year to become president of his family’s business, Jack Morris Auto Glass.

23. Morris Explains Why He’s Leaving Downtown Memphis Commission - Saturday, February 28, 2015

Paul Morris will leave his post as president of the Downtown Memphis Commission late this year to become president of his family’s business, Jack Morris Auto Glass.

24. Overtimes, Trade Dominate Grizz Weekend - Tuesday, January 13, 2015

The Memphis Grizzlies have played a lot of big games and made a lot of moments in recent years at FedExForum. Sunday’s game against the Phoenix Suns, which required two overtimes and included Tony Allen, aka The Grindfather, hugging an inflatable birthday cake as fans serenaded him, was one of the wilder and stranger ones.

25. Williams to Lead Marketing at Junior Achievement - Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Priscilla Williams has joined Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South as director of marketing and special events. In her new role, Williams will work to increase the organization’s visibility, funding and branding.

26. Word Finds Passion With Vaco, Women’s Alliance - Friday, May 17, 2013

In her six years as a CPA, Ginna Word has seen the industry from both sides of a spreadsheet, as an auditor for Deloitte & Touche, and as a corporate, in-house accountant for The ServiceMaster Co.

27. South Main’s New Life - Saturday, March 2, 2013

The history of the South Main Historic Arts District is as colorful as its present-day users, an alternating rhythm of sorts in Memphis’ songbook.

The area has oscillated from its ritzy suburban roots of the 1800s to the industrial era ghost town of the 20th century and now to its current status as Downtown’s flourishing arts and boutique district and the subject of some $100 million in investment. And it’s all due to stakeholders who braved the status quo in distinguishing the southern end of the Central Business District as that funky place with an indescribable vibe.

28. Sales Contract in Place For Nineteenth Century Club - Saturday, February 2, 2013

The historic Nineteenth Century Club building at 1433 Union Ave. was auctioned off in a sealed auction by Morris Auction Group Thursday, Jan. 24.

29. Union Backers Say Nissan Threatens Plant Closure - Thursday, January 31, 2013

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – Pro-union workers said Tuesday that Nissan Motor Co. has threatened to close its Canton assembly plant if workers vote for the United Auto Workers to represent them, though the company denies such threats.

30. Sales Contract in Place for Nineteenth Century Club - Monday, January 28, 2013

The historic Nineteenth Century Club building at 1433 Union Ave. was auctioned off in a sealed auction by Morris Auction Group Thursday, Jan. 24.

31. Judge Deciding if Stores Must Post Tobacco Apology - Thursday, December 27, 2012

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – A federal judge will soon decide whether your next tank of gas or bottle of soda comes with a free apology from the Marlboro man and Joe Camel.

A recent ruling ordering a multimedia blitz stating that the nation's largest tobacco companies lied about the dangers of smoking left open the possibility that retailers could be required to post large displays with the mea culpas.

32. Judge’s Ruling Moves Beale’s Future Forward - Thursday, November 1, 2012

For at least a year, a box containing copies of a report on the future of Beale Street has been in storage awaiting a settlement of the two levels of court disputes for control of the entertainment district.

33. Midtown Gears Up for Largest Rock for Love Benefit - Friday, August 31, 2012

From Overton Square to the Hi-Tone Cafe to the Levitt Shell, Midtown Memphis is gearing up to “Rock for Love.”

Now in its sixth year, the annual music-based fundraiser for Memphis’ Church Health Center – the nation’s largest faith-based health care ministry for working, uninsured people and their families – will take place over a four-day period from Thursday, Sept. 6, through Sunday, Sept. 9.

34. Life as Touring Musician Preps Stockwell for PR Role - Friday, August 10, 2012

Punk-rock musician Marvin Stockwell says life on the road touring the United States, Canada and Europe with his band Pezz uniquely prepared him for his professional role as longtime public relations manager at the Church Health Center.

35. Beale Street Blues - Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Last September, a working group appointed by Memphis Mayor A C Wharton Jr. completed its work on recommendations for the future of Beale Street.

The report has been printed and boxed up – but it won’t be released until a judge settles the federal bankruptcy case embroiling the entertainment district.

36. Heart of Memphis - Monday, November 14, 2011

The day before Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam was the keynote speaker this summer at the Downtown Memphis Commission’s 2011 Annual Luncheon, he went for a jog in Nashville wearing his “Believe Memphis” Grizzlies T-shirt.

37. Venture Forth, Entrepreneurs - Thursday, November 3, 2011

As a general rule, when an entrepreneur is trying to obtain capital, first approaching family members and friends and then banks is the least “costly” approach. When attempting to work with a venture capitalist, the entrepreneur might have to give up more control, but typically ends up with much more to gain because working with venture capitalists opens the door to networking opportunities, new contacts and more access to additional funding.

38. A Primer for Seeking Capital as a Start-Up - Thursday, October 27, 2011

Start-up entrepreneurs that come up with the next world-changing investment strategy or widget are always faced with the difficult challenge of raising the initial capital needed just to get the idea off the ground.

39. Rock for Love to Again Benefit Church Health Center - Wednesday, August 17, 2011

More than two dozen Memphis musical acts – from the Bo Keys to the Subteens to Star & Micey – will take the stage between Thursday, Aug. 18, and Sunday, Aug. 21, to “Rock for Love” at the Hi-Tone Cafe, 1930 Poplar Ave., and two other venues.

40. Rock for Love: A Benefit With Edge - Monday, August 15, 2011

Five years ago, Marvin Stockwell and Jeff Hulett, the Church Health Center’s guitar-swinging public relations duo, decided to throw a benefit concert featuring local and regional bands.

41. History on the Block - Tuesday, August 9, 2011

If the walls of the commercial building at 371 Carroll Ave. could talk, what a story they could tell.

The story would begin around 1900, when property records show the Downtown structure was built. It would include a mention of former occupants – like a riverboat captain and even a relative of Elvis Presley – as well as the building’s odd but colorful assortment of uses.

42. Morris to Celebrate First Anniversary at CCC - Friday, June 3, 2011

Among the actions A C Wharton Jr. took after his election as mayor of Memphis in October 2009 was adding then-Martin, Tate, Morrow & Marston PC attorney Paul Morris to a transition team already packed with movers and shakers.

43. Memphis Motorsports Bid Accepted - Thursday, December 16, 2010

Dover Motorsports Inc. has accepted investor Joe Lubeck’s bid of $1.875 million for Memphis Motorsports Park, said Jeff Morris of Morris Auction Group LLC. After the 10 percent buyer’s premium, the total comes to $2,062,500.

44. Revving Up - Wednesday, December 15, 2010

After being vacant for more than a year, Memphis Motorsports Park sold at a live auction Tuesday morning for slightly less than $1.9 million.

Independent investor Joe Lubeck placed the highest bid for the tract – $1.875 million – after the bidding opened at $3 million. Lubeck is managing partner of Jupiter, Fla.-based Palm Beach International Raceway, formerly Moroso Motorsports Park. Jason Rittenburry, Lubeck’s partner, ran the track for 11 years.

45. Memphis Motorsports Park Sells for $1.9M - Tuesday, December 14, 2010

After being vacant for more than a year, Memphis Motorsports Park sold at a live auction Tuesday morning for slightly less than $1.9 million.

Independent investor Joe Lubeck placed the highest bid for the tract – $1.875 million – after the bidding opened at $3 million. Lubeck is managing partner of Jupiter, Fla.-based Palm Beach International Raceway, formerly Moroso Motorsports Park. Jason Rittenburry, Lubeck’s partner, ran the track for 11 years.

46. Motorsports Park Set for Auction Block - Thursday, November 11, 2010

Memphis Motorsports Park will soon have a new owner after being out of commission for the past year.

The property will be sold at a live, on-site auction Dec. 14 at one of the facility’s parcel locations, 5500 Tay-For Road, near Millington.

47. Sanford Wraps Up CCC Leadership - Thursday, June 24, 2010

Jeff Sanford will make his final monthly report to the Center City Commission board of directors Thursday as president and CEO of the Downtown agency, which attorney Paul Morris will take the helm of next week.

48. Former Atlanta Mayor To Highlight CCC Meeting - Monday, June 14, 2010

Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin will be the keynote speaker at the Center City Commission’s annual luncheon.

49. CCC to Vote On Contract for New President - Friday, May 28, 2010

The Center City Commission board of directors is scheduled to vote on a contract for the Downtown agency’s new president and CEO, Paul Morris, at the board’s meeting Friday.

50. Morris Chosen to Head CCC - Monday, May 17, 2010

Center City Commission board members used a host of adjectives to describe Martin, Tate, Morrow & Marston PC attorney Paul Morris before naming him the Downtown agency’s new president and CEO Friday morning.

51. Memphis Attorney Paul Morris Tapped as new CCC Prez - Friday, May 14, 2010

The Center City Commission Board of Directors chose Memphis attorney Paul Morris to be the Downtown agency's new president and CEO Friday morning.

52. CCC Names Finalists for President Post - Thursday, April 29, 2010

A field of more than 80 candidates who applied for the job of Center City Commission president and CEO has been winnowed down to three finalists.

After an intensive session of interviews with a short list of seven candidates, the CCC’s executive search committee is bringing back three for one last round of interviews with Downtown stakeholders, CCC board members and staff.

53. Two Locals Among Three Finalists for Top CCC Job - Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Two Memphians are among the three finalists for the soon-to-be-open job of Center City Commission president.

Andy Kitsinger, senior vice president of planning and development for the CCC, and Paul Morris, a Memphis attorney and former CCC chairman, are in the running.

54. Applicants Submit Resumes to Lead CCC - Wednesday, April 7, 2010

A search for successors to departing Center City Commission president Jeff Sanford has generated significant local interest.

55. Applicants Submit Resumes to Head CCC - Thursday, April 8, 2010

A search for successors to departing Center City Commission president Jeff Sanford has generated significant local interest.

Out of more than 70 applicants who submitted resumes to the CCC’s executive search team, the field appears to be narrowing to around 20 people who most closely fit the job description.

56. Rosa Becomes GM at Holiday Inn-Wolfchase - Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Chris Rosa has been named general manger of the Holiday Inn and Suites Memphis-Wolfchase. Rosa will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the property. He previously served as vice president of operations for Equity Estates, general manger at the Sheraton Meadowlands and area manger of the Crowne Plaza Ravinia in Atlanta. Rosa also has been named General Manager of the Year by Patriot American Hotels and Hotelier of the Year by the Connecticut Hospitality Association.

57. State Representative Seeks School Super Job - Tuesday, March 10, 2009

DRESDEN, Tenn. (AP) - State Rep. Mark Maddox is among five applicants for superintendent of schools in Weakley County.

58. Duncan Named Senior VP For Homewood Suites by Hilton - Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Bill Duncan has been appointed senior vice president of brand management for Homewood Suites by Hilton and the newly launched Home2 Suites by Hilton.

59. Hennessy Joins Board Of Opportunity Scholarship Trust - Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Scott C. Hennessy, president and chief executive officer of True Temper Sports, has joined the board of directors of Memphis Opportunity Scholarship Trust.

Hennessy will help direct the operations and growth of the nonprofit organization, which provides scholarships and tuition assistance. Hennessy also serves on the Board of Governors of the National Golf Foundation.

60. Tourism Awards Given At Tunica’s Horseshoe Casino - Thursday, June 12, 2008

Several individuals were recognized this month at the 2008 Tourism and Business Awards presented at Horseshoe Casino by the Tunica Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Tunica County Chamber.

More than 300 people from across Mississippi attended the luncheon, which was an opportunity to honor people and groups who have worked to promote Tunica tourism.

61. Frey Named Alpha Eta Society National President - Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Dr. William R. Frey recently was selected as the national president of the Alpha Eta Society, the largest scholastic honor for allied health professionals. The organization has more than 60 chapters throughout the U.S.

62. Roebuck to Launch Simultaneous Cyber Bidding - Tuesday, March 21, 2006

If you believe a company can use technology to sell real estate in more than one place at the same time, then Memphis-based Roebuck Auctions has some beachfront property for you.

On April 1, Roebuck plans to use Web cameras, laptop computers and a 71-inch flat screen television to auction off 19 Florida properties to bidders in Destin and Memphis simultaneously.

63. Archived Article: Trends - Monday, January 10, 2005
Nicole hernandez:

More Health Options Enter as Downtown Grows

ANDY MEEK

The Daily News

When it comes to demand for new medical offerings, Downtowns future appears to be the picture of health.

Center City Commission president Jeff Sanf...

64. Archived Article: Newsmakers - Wednesday, September 1, 2004
MAAR Elects Board of Directors

MPD Names Public Information Officer

Larry Godwin, interim director of the Memphis Police Department, selected Sgt. Vince Higgins to serve as the departments new public information officer. Higgins, a 14-year vet...

65. Archived Article: Courts (lead) - Monday, July 12, 2004
Courts

Court Filings Drop Slightly for Quarter

Divorces lead Chancery, Circuit Court case filings

LANCE ALLAN

The Daily News

Filings in both Shelby County Chancery Court and the Circuit Court of Tennessee for the 30th Judicial Distric...

66. Archived Article: Apple (lead) - Thursday, October 16, 2003
Terry Ramsey, Vice President of RidAll Pest Control

Apple Tree Center Sees Renewed Interest

Developers hope improvements will drive retail growth

ANDREW BELL

The Daily News

Exterior changes and other improvements are under way at a So...

67. Archived Article: Law Briefs - Thursday, June 5, 2003
Memphis Light, Gas and Water

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Divisions board luncheon begins at noon today at 220 S. Main St. in the administration buildings first floor auditorium. Service awards will be presented to Herman Morris Jr., Larry Thomps...

68. Archived Article: Benchmark - Thursday, January 3, 2002
Enron Corp Enron Corp. hopes to survive bankruptcy A humbled Enron Corp. entered 2002 with hopes of emerging from bankruptcy with a viable trading business, once the source of 90 percent of its revenues. Where the once-mighty energy trader once enjo...

69. Archived Article: Mals P.2 - Tuesday, November 13, 2001
PRESS RELEASE

MALS Equal Justice campaign on

Memphis Area Legal Services Inc. is in the midst of its annual fund raiser, The Campaign for Equal Justice, this year.

Begun in 1992 with financial support from the private bar, the campaign now ...

70. Archived Article: Mals P.2 - Thursday, November 8, 2001
PRESS RELEASE

MALS campaign kicks off

Memphis Area Legal Services Inc. is kicking off its annual fund raiser, The Campaign for Equal Justice, this year.

Begun in 1992 with financial support from the private bar association, the campaign now...

71. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, August 1, 2001
The Memphis Advertising Federation announces the following appointments to its 2001-2002 board of directors: Judy McCown of B Dr. Marian Levy was named director of grants and research and Sallie Hazelrigg was named director of major gifts and planne...

72. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, October 23, 2000
Calendar of events: June 5 11 Calendar of events: Oct. 23-29 Oct. 23 Shelby County Commission meets at 1:30 p.m. at 160 N. Main St. Oct. 24 The Memphis City Council will host a citywide Town Hall meeting at 6 p.m. at East High School, 3206 Poplar Av...

73. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, October 9, 2000
Calendar of events: June 5 11 Calendar of events: Oct. 9-Oct. 15 Oct. 10 "Europe 2000" is 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the mezzanine of the Peabody, 149 Union Ave. The seminar and exhibition features guests from Austria, Germany, Italy, Belgium, th...

74. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, July 30, 1997
Dr Dr. Raymond R. Lagesse has been named assistant to the vice president for academic affairs at State Technical Institute. Lagesse previously worked at the State University of New York College at Geneseo where he was associate dean and director of ...

75. Archived Article: Benchmark - Thursday, August 15, 1996
David H David H. Kraus, M.D., F.A.C.C vs. The Minerva Consertal Inc. A local cardiologist is suing a California company that establishes and oversees a nationwide network of regional clinical pharmacology research centers that conduct clinical trial...

76. Archived Article: Law Focus - Thursday, November 30, 1995
11/29 jts law focus Clinton-appointed National Labor Relations Board more aggressive Injunctions, expanded jurisdiction, decision reversals indicate an assertive, pro-labor panel By JAMES SNYDER The Daily News In the warring arena of management-labo...