A big night in Nashville and Memphis for the issue of marijuana decriminalization. An ordinance to allow cops to write a ticket with a $50 fine for possession of less than half an ounce of pot won final approval by the Metro Nashville Council hours after the Memphis City Council approved second of three readings of a similar ordinance. The Memphis action sets the stage for a final vote at City Hall on this come October 4.

2. Macy's Joins Others in Big Holiday Hiring Spree - Tuesday, September 30, 2014

NEW YORK (AP) – Macy's plans to hire about 86,000 seasonal holiday workers nationwide to bolster its stores, call centers and distribution hubs, a 3.6 percent increase from last year.

The department store chain, which also operates Bloomingdale's, said Monday that the growth is being fueled by its expanding online business. This year, about 10,000 of the total 86,000 seasonal workers will be based in eight distribution center across the country. Last year, that figure was 7,000, the company said.

3. Tony Being Tony at Center of Grizz Roller Coaster Season - Friday, February 3, 2012

Tony Allen is the middle of everything.

If the Grizzlies are making a frantic comeback, like they did recently at home to beat the Denver Nuggets in overtime, Allen is in the highlight reel blocking the shot of Denver forward Al Harrington as he barrels down the lane toward the rim, the potential game-winning basket in hand, Allen flying out of nowhere like some sort of Grit & Grind Superhero.

4. Macy's Key Revenue Figure Up 7.4 Percent in May - Thursday, June 2, 2011

Revenue at Macy’s stores open at least a year climbed 7.4 percent in May to beat analysts’ expectations. The department store operator also on Wednesday raised its forecast for the second quarter.

5. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Tuesday, March 1, 2005
BF Leasing Finances

BF Leasing Finances

Airport Industrial Property

BF Leasing LLC has financed one lot at 3861 Delp Street in the Airport Industrial Park Subdivision for $1 million, according to The Daily News Public Records Database, www....

6. Archived Article: Events - Friday, February 4, 2005
The Memphis Bar Association presents Update from the Chapter 13 Trustees Office from noon to 1 p

The Memphis Bar Association presents Update from the Chapter 13 Trustees Office from noon to 1 p.m. today at 200 Jefferson Ave., sixth floor. Call 52...

7. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, January 31, 2005
AC Wharton Hosts a Town Hall Meeting

Wharton Hosts Bartlett Town Hall Meeting

Jan. 31

The Mid-South Chapter of the American Red Cross hosts a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northwest Mississippi Community College, 5197 W.E. Ross Parkw...

8. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Friday, January 7, 2005
Belz-Wilson Properties

Belz-Wilson Properties

Sells Tract for $1.9 Million

6161 Shelby Oaks LLC has purchased 7.52 acres at 6161 Shelby Oaks Drive near Interstate 40 from Belz-Wilson Properties for $1.9 million, according to The Daily News ...

9. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Thursday, April 29, 2004
Cordova Lot Financed

Cordova Property

Financed for $1.1 Million

Gill Enterprises has financed one lot on North Germantown Parkway near Cordova Station Road for $1.1 million, according to The Daily News Public Records Database, www.memphisda...

10. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Wednesday, March 31, 2004
Peabody Place Centre

FedEx Subsidiary

Moves to Hybrid Trucks

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., has introduced its first hybrid electric-powered delivery vehicles in California. The vehicles decrease emissions and travel 50 percent...

11. Archived Article: Small Biz Focus - Wednesday, March 24, 2004
Small biz

Memphis Hat Designer Keeps Ladies in Style

LANCE ALLAN

The Daily News

Whats an outfit without the right accessories? And whats a hat without feathers, rhinestones or a standout color?

Scruples Originals by Eve Andrea, a Memp...

12. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Monday, February 9, 2004
Nation's Retailers Report Robust January

Retailers Report

Strong January Sales
Record-breaking temperatures and clearance sales caused retail sales to soar in January. Federated Department Stores Inc., parent company of Goldsmiths-Macys, ...

13. Archived Article: Law Focus - Thursday, January 8, 2004
Law

Alliance Educates Public on Tax Credits

Businesses, nonprofits team up to help taxpayers claim refunds

LANCE ALLAN

The Daily News

If an offer for free money came along, most people would jump at it.

But, according to the Intern...

14. Archived Article: Gov - Wednesday, January 7, 2004
By Andy Meek

Wolfchase Seeks to Compete Through Tax Breaks

ANDY MEEK

The Daily News

When it comes to regional shopping centers, whats in a name?

Thats a question the Shelby County Assessor of Property Rita Clarks office is trying to a...

15. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Friday, August 8, 2003
FedEx, trade group

FedEx, trade group

create shipping program

The National Association of Manufacturers and FedEx Corp. have signed an agreement that will make an array of FedEx air, ground and international shipping services available to t...

16. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Tuesday, May 27, 2003
AutoZone to release

AutoZone to release

earnings results

AutoZone's financial results for the third quarter ended May 10 will be released after market close today.

Chairman, president and chief executive officer Steve Odland will host a ...

17. Archived Article: Daily Digest - Tuesday, May 13, 2003
Canadian National funds

Canadian National funds

U of M youth initiative

Canadian National Railroad awarded a $75,200 grant to establish a summer youth transportation initiative at the University of Memphis. The project will be developed and...

18. Archived Article: Standout - Friday, August 3, 2001
By JENNIFER MURLEY Soul provider By JENNIFER MURLEY The Daily News Throughout her lifetime, Erma Clanton has earned many distinctions. However, now the University of Memphis professor emeritus has earned a legacy. Clanton, the first U of M African-A...

19. Archived Article: Tech Briefs - Wednesday, May 3, 2000
Thompson and Co Thompson and Co. has been chosen as the agency of record for two business-to-business firms: Atlanta-based fibermarket.com and Jackson, Miss.-based Vention Inc. The new clients represent almost $2 million in billings. fibermarket.com...

20. Archived Article: Back - Thursday, November 4, 1999
E-Shopping sites get ready for holiday E-Shopping sites get ready for holiday Gourmet kitchenware retailer Williams-Sonoma Inc. is hoping to learn from the mistakes of others when it comes to selling food processors and martini shakers over the Inte...

21. Archived Article: Tech Briefs - Wednesday, October 29, 1997
Memphis in May Web Site Unveiling The 1997 Memphis in May Web site designed, created and maintained by Genesis Marketing LLC of Memphis and featuring the honored country of Brazil won first place in the Web site marketing division at the Internation...

22. Archived Article: Tech Focus Chg - Wednesday, June 4, 1997
Wedding gifts on the Net Wedding gifts on the Net Internet shopping makes buying wedding gifts hassle-free By CAMILLE H. GAMBLE The Daily News Finding time during a busy summer to shop for wedding gifts when those announcements start piling up can s...

23. Archived Article: Market Varsity Sp Lj - Monday, August 12, 1996
lj 10/5 cates     By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News Varsity Spirit Corp. found a lot to cheer about at half-time of 1996, with record increases in both revenues and net income. For the six months ended June 30, 1996, the Memphis-based compa...