Fan fest gives Memphis Tigers faithful first glimpse into Huff era
The Tigers hosted a fan fest practice at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, showing off what’s to come for a newly reconstructed team and stadium.
Wall-to-wall art: Murals flow along both sides of North Memphis flood barrier
The UrbanArt Commission oversaw the project that brightens a milelong stretch of concrete barrier along Chelsea Avenue.
Redbirds Recap: Memphis blows late lead in third consecutive loss to Nashville
Redbirds lose for just the second time in 2026 with a lead after the seventh inning.
Outgoing mayor Lee Harris said state oversight will make Mickell Lowery’s job harder
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris talks about his eight years as mayor on “Behind The Headlines” and the challenges facing his successor, Mayor-elect Mickell Lowery.
Trial begins for two jailers charged in 2022 inmate death
Two Shelby County corrections deputies are charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault in the death of Gershun Freeman.
Brandon Clarke died from heroin and cocaine overdose, coroner says
Former Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke was found dead around 5 p.m. May 11 in his bedroom, the County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner said.
Recipe Exchange: Elfo’s saltimbocca ala Grisanti
Customers always ask Alex Grisanti to share his family’s recipes, and the saltimbocca is one of the most requested.
SpaceXAI sues contractor, alleges overbilling and fraud
SpaceXAI alleges that Darana Hybrid and its CEO engaged in a practice of overbilling to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars.
Lynn Fitch stops in Southaven, appeals to supporters in bid for governor
Mississippi attorney general and gubernatorial candidate Lynn Fitch branded herself as a Trump conservative in an appeal to about 50 supporters at a Mexican restaurant.
City leaders designate Aug. 7 to honor Memphis’ only HBCU
Shelby County and the City of Memphis have officially declared Aug. 7 as LeMoyne-Owen College Day.
Opinion: I wish the rest of America understood what I know about Memphis
“It takes living here to know the people. That’s what so many who dismiss Memphis never experience. They see headlines but never hospitality. They hear about violence but never generosity. They know the statistics but not our stories.”
Former UTHSC chair sues school to get job back
Anne Zachry, former chair of the occupational therapy department at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, filed a lawsuit Friday claiming that she never resigned and she wants her job back.
Former St. Benedict standout promoted to the majors
The Minnesota Twins have called up a former Memphis-area shortstop.
UTHSC to break ground on new College of Medicine building in October
University of Tennessee Health Science Center officials have said the $350 million project is a transformational one that will grow the size of cohorts at the university and be a powerful recruitment tool.
American Conference opponents announced for Memphis basketball
The Memphis Tigers men’s and women’s basketball American Conference opponents were announced by the league on Friday.
Arts Beat: David Porter on ‘The Breakfast Club,’ Kingfish at The MET
Plus, several artists with ties to the Memphis region are on former President Barack Obama’s annual summer playlist.
Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Pat Mitchell Worley, the president and CEO of the Soulsville Foundation, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”
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Sudoku: Aug. 8
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Daily Jigsaw: Homemade yeast rolls
Today’s puzzle features the yeast rolls from JEM Dining, and the photo is provided by JEM Dining.
Metro
Memphis institution ‘Too Tall’ leaves legacy of big smiles
Melvin “Too Tall” Moore, a legend in the local restaurant industry for more than four decades, died unexpectedly Monday, Aug. 3.
2026 Elections Elections Mickell Lowery elected Shelby County mayor
2026 elections Elections Molder to face Hatcher in 5th District
2026 elections Elections Buckner beats Less in Shelby County Sheriff’s race
2026 Elections Elections Most of Shelby County state Legislature incumbents clear primaries — even those running for U.S. House
Business
Frontdoor beats Q2 expectations with ‘record profitability’
The Memphis-based home warranty provider boasted strong results for Q2 2026.
Premium Transportation & Logistics Memphis logistics leaders navigate most complex tariffs yet
Real Estate $25M plan for former Houston’s and First Horizon site begins
Health Care Jail’s healthcare provider opts out of renewing contract
Business Sanitation workers union negotiates tentative pay raise with city
Sports
Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
“For nearly seven decades, the best golfers in the world have played in Memphis. Starting in 2028, that will no longer be the case.”Related content:
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Food
Food Files: Interstate Bar-B-Que sold, Majestic Grille plans on 10 more years
The Majestic Grille is committing to another decade Downtown, and Interstate’s original location has been sold to another barbecue purveyor.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Thursday nights at Tamboli’s are for formaggio
Suburbs
Indicted Millington police officer fired for falsifying timesheets
Millington police officer Bryan Childress fired after an investigation revealed he was filing false timesheets, pocketing nearly $3,000 by doing so.
2026 elections Elections Millington school board primary candidates waltz into victory
Arts & Culture
Improv theater helps at-risk young people learn a new script
Time on stage helps Memphis Allies’ SWITCH participants, including many former gang members, becoming more confident, sociable, empathetic and aware of their emotions.
Music These Memphis musicians will play 2026 Cooper-Young Fest
Opinion
Martin: Death to the Protect College Sports Act. Signed, Memphis.
“What should be clear to any University of Memphis fan is this: Based on the final language of the bill, the U of M would be anything but protected if this bill is signed into law.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
This off-the-beaten-path weekend will take you on a foam run, through the lion’s gate portal and into the world of cat videos.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A new day for the Old Daisy
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Historic Daisy Theater and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.