Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum leader to depart after 23 years
John Doyle was instrumental in the museum’s growth and helped launch the Memphis Music Hall of Fame in 2012.
A couple of GameDay pickers really like the Memphis Tigers
Two members of the ESPN College GameDay crew are quite high on the Memphis Tigers, making them their top Group of Six pick for 2026.
Memphis orgs rally to support families affected by ICE raid
Court filings show the club that was raided had been targeted.
Lakeland evaluates its Flock-camera usage
Flock cameras have come under criticism for misuse of the technology and questions about privacy, but a law enforcement official said they have benefited Lakeland.
Recipe Exchange: Rawgirls founders’ lentil soup
The original Rawgirls have a new cookbook of 10 soup recipes, several of which echo dishes they once served at their former food truck and cafe.
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”
Nate Brick, special teams lead CBHS to victory
CBHS quarterback Nate Brick throws for three touchdowns, runs for another and the Brothers' special teams add two more in win over Lausanne.
Friday prep report: Briarcrest roars past Nashville Ensworth
Octavius Flynn scores three second-half touchdowns as the Dandy Dozen No. 3 Saints improve to 3-0.
Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
Houston’s late two-point conversion pass was unsuccessful as the No. 1 Jaguars win their 19th straight regular-season game.
Memphis football moving closer to capacity crowd for Saturday home opener
Thanks to a big season-opening win, Memphis football is getting closer to its goal of a capacity crowd for the opening of its newly renovated stadium.
Memphis vs. Arkansas State: What to know before Tigers’ home opener
After executing a thrilling upset of UNLV last week, the Memphis Tigers are now preparing to play their first home game of the year against Arkansas State.
Task Force agent’s bullet killed Memphis man in May, autopsy reveals
An autopsy shows the cause of death for Jonah Neal on May 20 in Raleigh was a bullet fired by an agent with the Memphis Safe Task Force.
Downtown exterior refreshes and new apartment complex to go before board
The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will review three projects at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Arts Beat: Pink Palace Crafts Fair returns home
Jeff King, MoSH interim director, said the crafts fair is important because of its connection to local creatives and its legacy and history.
Redbirds Recap: Memphis bats erupt to aid bullpen day in victory over Durham
Levenson drives in five on four hits, homers to lead Redbirds past Bulls.
Sudoku: Sept. 5
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Ironic that RUST Hall is home to the Metal Museum.” — Darwin Wright about The Early Word: In-N-Out may go all in on Memphis, but one FedEx exec is out
“The Metal Museum is so very unique no matter where it is. The move to Rust Hall in the middle of midtown makes it more accessible to everyone to appreciate and embrace as it should be! ...” — David Kaplan about Calkins: It's not just a new museum. It's the story of a father, a son — and a silver bowl for M&Ms
“As a caffeine fiend, I dropped by here and was immediately impressed with the co-owner’s depth of knowledge and affability. ...” — Benjamin Boorman about Saffron Coffee Co. opens on Park
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Daily WordRow: Sept. 5
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Inside Lucy Elementary
Today’s puzzle features a mural inside Lucy Elementary School. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.
Metro
Freedom Award honorees include Fred Gray, Nneka Ogwumike
The National Civil Rights Museum announces 2026 recipients, highlighting decades of activism in law, sports, media and community leadership.
Public Safety Activists protest harsh conditions in detention facility while ICE denies claims
Premium City of Memphis Some on City Council oppose renaming street after former Mayor Lee Harris
Education Tennessee TCAP testing time to increase in 2027 due to new, unscored writing test
Premium Education U of M raises $55M, but officials acknowledge ‘headwinds’
Business
FedEx Freight leader fired
FedEx Freight fired one of its executives, Mike Lyons, according to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing.
Premium Real Estate In-N-Out Burger targets second site
Transportation & Logistics Reopened airport tunnel is brighter, taller and more accessible
Premium Real Estate Visible Music College building bought
Premium Health Care OUTMemphis expands hours
Sports
Ahead of stadium debut, Tigers trail last year’s ticket revenue
Memphis has sold more football season tickets, but revenue is down and fundraising remains short of the Smith family’s $50M match. Also, basketball season ticket sales are only 1,988.
Player of the Week Brighton running back voted player of the week
Premium City of Memphis Tigers could struggle to keep finances up under Protect College Sports Act
High School Sports Thursday prep report: MUS races past Kirby
High School Sports Northpoint continues strong play in volleyball win against St. George’s
Food
Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
Vanessa Holmes originally launched her food truck because she was tired of food and service falling below her standards.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Dog & Bone’s chicken tenders
Suburbs
No tax increase for most DeSoto County towns
Although the jury is still out on Hernando’s budget after it was passed and then unpassed, several other DeSoto County municipalities have approved their financial plans with no property tax increases for the fiscal year.
Premium Real Estate Millington mobile-home park sells for almost $16M
Arts & Culture
Calkins: It’s not just a new museum. It’s the story of a father, a son — and a silver bowl for M&Ms.
The Metal Museum takes the wraps off its move to Overton Park this weekend. For one Memphis family, the celebration will be deeply personal.
Arts & Culture Memphis Movies This Week: A Dolly Parton tribute, an early Oscar doc contender
Opinion
Bailey: It’s possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meddlesome’s approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene
Ben Pugh of Meddlesome Brewing joined Holly Whitfield to t
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A street fit for a King
Today’s puzzle features Jerry Lawler at the unveiling of the newly designated honorary Jerry “The King” Lawler Street. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.