John Klyce

In this week’s Ask the Memphian, we take a look at the costly, controversial, but ultimately successful effort to bring a trolley system to Memphis.

Prince Mongo, the local eccentric who sported goggles and a silver wig and ran for mayor repeatedly, has died.

Joshua Oldham runs his own Christian shoe and apparel line, Gospel of Peace Kicks. But for him, it’s much more than a clothing company. It is a way for him to give thanks to God and hope to others, after a dark and dangerous battle with addiction and depression.

Local watchdog and activist Joe B. Kent has died at the age of 63. Over the years, he regularly criticized an array of local politicians, officials, and organizations at public meetings, and though he could be harsh, Kent has been praised for his dedication to holding the government accountable.

The University of Memphis' new 240,000-square-foot, $56.7 million Victory Park includes apartments, recreational spaces and even a quick-service market. (Courtesy University of Memphis)

University of Memphis’ new residential development includes apartments, recreational spaces and even a quick-service market.

Marine biologist Rachel Diner and her team at the University of Memphis are examining the microbiomes of an animal with a dramatically different body than our own: the oyster.

Jeff Fioranelli has run the same route every day for 30 years. One Wednesday, nearly 400 St. Mary’s students cheered him on. On 901 Day, he showed up to thank them for their support.

The Tennessee Supreme Court refused to admit Marion Griffin to the bar twice, simply because she was a woman. But she didn’t let that stop her.

Last spring, an Idlewild student was hit by a car as he biked to school. He wasn’t injured, but parents were angry and concerned. So they came up with an answer.