Memphis’ native lizards, known as skinks, generally prefer a natural, wooded habitat, away from people. But more Memphians are finding lizards near — and at times in — their homes. They crawl out of fireplaces, skitter across porch lights and hide in cracks. Today, editorial director Mary Cashiola and reporter Jody Callahan revisit a question about why there seem to be more lizards in the Mid-South now as opposed to many years ago. 

Plus:

• Fire breaks out at a Cooper-Young restaurant
• Hive Bagel is opening a new location in East Memphis
• Taco Prime offers an authentic experience in Bartlett
• A Collierville educator is Tennessee's Teacher of the Year
• A prominent Midtown yoga studio is closing after 12 years
• Memphis Safe Task Force begins this week