Memphis Roller Derby knocks out its 20th season
As some 300 fans cheered the jammers and blockers on Saturday afternoon, Memphis Roller Derby concluded its 20th season Saturday with two games at Liberty Park’s Pipkin Building.
Photo Gallery: 901 Weekend Kickoff at South Main Trolley Night
Photographer Sean Davis was on hand to capture the action for The Daily Memphian.
Mullis to return as Holy Rosary principal after protests
After protests from parents and community, Darren Mullis has been asked to return as principal at Holy Rosary.
Redbirds Recap: Memphis swept by Charlotte in Saturday doubleheader
The Redbirds dropped game one in extras, and were shut out in game two at the Knights.
Tennessee National Guard members halt patrols Friday for ‘administrative work,’ Marshals Service says
The Tennessee National Guard remains deployed as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force, according to Gov. Bill Lee’s office. Lee commands deployment of the state’s guard.
Quail Ridge Golf Course will reopen Labor Day weekend
Several years after the Quail Ridge Golf Course closed, the 18-hole layout is set to open Labor Day weekend under the ownership of the City of Bartlett.
Friday football report: Whitehaven outlasts Houston in Dandy Dozen battle
Top two teams Southwind and Munford both roll. Outside the Dandy Dozen, MUS gets its first victory and St. George’s improves to 2-0.
Simmons, defense lead Germantown to gritty win at Bartlett
Germantown quarterback Kobe Simmons threw for one touchdown and ran for another to help the Red Devils bounce back from their week 1 loss to defeat No. 12 Bartlett.
Dandy Dozen No. 10 CBHS grinds out a win over White Station
The Brothers — ranked 10th in the Daily Memphian Dandy Dozen — ground out a 19-7 victory over an improved White Station team Friday night.
Meals on Wheels turns 50 as MIFA’s ‘flagship’ program
The new president and CEO of the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association spoke on Behind The Headlines about MIFA’s work addressing poverty and food insecurity in Memphis and beyond.
Recipe Exchange: Elizabeth Heiskell’s tomato pie
Elizabeth Heiskell’s tomato pie stays true to the Southern classic, but she gives it a three-cheese twist.
Bailey: Leadership Lakeland returns as a new step to encourage citizen participation
Lakeland’s reintroduced leadership class models the success stories of many suburban government programs.
Comedy pops up at Flyway, Meddlesome breweries
Four comedians are launching The Pit, featuring comedy shows every Thursday at Flyway. At Meddlesome, a producer hosts a monthly showcase.
September must-see shows include Memphis and Texas hip-hop legends
Here is part two of a roundup of can’t-miss concerts, including a Chattanooga rapper, Kentucky bluegrass and more.
Arts Beat: After two miscarriages, Emily Skaja was drowning. So she wrote a book of poems.
When she started writing “Black Lake,” award-winning poet and University of Memphis professor Emily Skaja expected to document her healing journey. “But that didn’t happen.”
Sudoku: Aug. 29
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What Daily Memphians think*
“Thanks for a great story on the reopening of an improved and refurbished Quail Ridge Golf Course! … Quail Ridge is a great asset for Bartlett.” — Harold Byrd about Quail Ridge Golf Course will reopen Labor Day weekend
“Can’t wait to read this book. Excellent interviewer.” — Charles Santo about Arts Beat: After two miscarriages, Emily Skaja was drowning. So she wrote a book of poems.
“If Huff teams are disciplined and fundamentally sound, they will be competitive. Discipline. Discipline. Discipline. Fundamentals. Fundamentals. Fundamentals.” — John Malmo about Memphis at UNLV: What to know for Tigers’ season opener
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Daily Wordrow: Aug. 29
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Mollie Fontaine Lounge is back
Today’s puzzle features the bar at Mollie Fontaine Lounge. Karen Carrier provided the photo.
Metro
Lee Harris exits county government with portrait and new job at Ole Miss
Outgoing Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris said his portrait will take his place at the county building.
Public Safety Man killed by National Guard was shot in back, autopsy reveals
Transportation & Logistics 6 disabled MSCS students land internships at Memphis’ Amazon center
Education Memphis law school launches institute to guide legal field through AI era
City of Memphis Memphis adds fourth option to 911 calls: mental health
Business
Grinder, Taber & Grinder expanding East Memphis HQ
The building has covered parking and access to the Lichterman Nature Center walking trails, according to property sheets.
Health Care Local nonprofit gets $2M for suicide prevention
Premium Real Estate Inked: Chick-fil-A, Wendy’s and Midtown Athletic Club make moves
Update Health Care St. Jude plans $41M data center expansion
Business Tennessee part of ‘biggest settlement with big tech in world history’
Sports
Thursday prep report: Briarcrest volleyball hands Arlington its first loss
The Saints make a statement with strong passing against Arlington Thursday night, improving to 7-2 this season.
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis fans to get final peek at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium days before home opener
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: It’ll be a waiting game on Charles Huff, and more predictions about the 2026 football season
Player of the Week KIPP lineman voted Player of the Week
Premium Spirit of Memphis No game too far for Tigers football fan on 193rd consecutive game
Food
Food Files: Hive Bagel & Deli East Memphis location set to open this weekend
Also, a cocktail bar prepares to open in the former Longshot space Downtown, and Flip Side Pinball Bar can now serve liquor.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Bar Limina comes out of its shell with Friday happy hour
Suburbs
Mississippi redistricting town hall centers on one question: What’s fair?
Mississippians packed Northwest Community College in Southaven Thursday night, arguing for and against the state’s anticipated redistricting efforts.
Premium North Mississippi Former youth pastor Lindsey Whiteside to change plea in federal criminal case
Arts & Culture
September must-see shows include Chance the Rapper, Booker T. Jones
Here is part one of a roundup of must-see concerts, including a Boston pop-metal band coming to Growlers and a Memphis-bred band having a homecoming at Satellite Music Hall.
Arts & Culture These films will play at Like You Children’s Film Festival
Opinion
Calkins: It’s one of the most critical seasons in Memphis football history. And nobody has a clue how it will go.
In the long history of Memphis football, never have we known so little about a season that matters so much. Memphis vs. UNLV: No starting QB has been announced, and no depth chart released for either teamRelated content:
Podcasts
The new owner of the Flyer and Memphis Magazine on local news — and print
Brady Walkinshaw believes in print. Printed papers, that is. And he’s putting his money behind it.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Elvis love
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of preparations for the 49th annual Candlelight Vigil commemorating Elvis Presley's death that was taken by Brad Vest.