Calkins: Jarmond Johnson died ‘a hero.’ Memphis Rox will soon reopen to spread his light.
Jarmond Johnson died a hero, according to officials at Memphis Rox. The celebrated climbing gym is preparing to reopen with a memorial climb in his name.
ALSAC’s Anand said he’s been ‘adopted by this mission’
“I think of it as more than just a job, and I feel like my family and I are adopted by this mission, and this is our life now,” said Ike Anand, the new president and CEO of ALSAC, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s fundraising and awareness organization.Related content:
The Early Word: Quail Ridge goes from holes to homes, and Rox will reopen
ALSAC has a new leader, and so do three city departments. Plus, girl dinner is having a moment at the Overton Park Shell.
Fate of Bartlett’s former Quail Ridge Golf Course revealed
Course owners the Wilder family made a surprise announcement at the end of the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting.
TCAP scores 2025: See how MSCS students did on Tennessee tests
The Tennessee Department of Education issued results from its state exams Tuesday, July 8. “Growth is not optional; it’s our mandate,” MSCS Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond said in a statement.
Bellevue taps Lifeway CEO as new senior pastor
The potential successor to Steve Gaines will preach at Bellevue Sunday, July 13, before a church-wide vote on his appointment.
Charcuterie? How about Shell-cuterie?
Chef Marisa Griffith has been curating the Overton Park Shell’s dining experiences for the past four years, but this year, the food is a little different.
New plans for the Old Daisy
When it comes to revitalizing the historic theater, settling a 10-year old legal dispute is a first step.
Memphis asks court to reconsider MPD demotions
The City of Memphis has asked the Tennessee Court of Appeals to reconsider its recent decision not to block the demotions of 100-plus Memphis Police Department second lieutenants.
Blight, animals and parks: New leaders take position at key city divisions
One of the three confirmed city directors is in charge of a completely new division to tackle garbage and trash collection. Plus, the City Council approved a bonus for retired city employees.
Here’s how Memphis could spend portion of xAI tax money
The city on Monday released the proposed ordinance that would set aside 25% of xAI’s tax bill.
Inked: Trezevant Manor starts $10M renovation
According to Trezevant CEO, the center hasn’t been updated since the 1990s. Plus, two manufacturing buildings have been sold to a Texas company.
Bartlett Baby Jack’s to close and Goodwill a long shot
The last Baby Jack’s in Bartlett is slated to close, and Goodwill hopes to put a retail and drop-off center on the site.
New Medical District apartments get tax incentive
“It’s gone through a few iterations and we’re excited that someone’s picking up the ball and really pushing it to completion,” said the founder of Cnct. Design.
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Superman,’ ‘Top Gun’ take flight
Plus, two new horror films and a thriller about an anti-government extremist in a stand-off with a chief of police.
Grizzlies fall to 76ers in Salt Lake City Summer League finale
The Grizzlies rested a large chunk of their summer league roster on Tuesday in Salt Lake City, but they did play No. 59 pick Jahmai Mashack.
Memphis starting QB to be named ‘a couple of weeks’ before season opener
Offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey gave a loose timeline of when he expects a starting quarterback to be named for the 2025 season while speaking to media at the school’s third Tigers on Tour event of the summer at Brookhaven Pub & Grill Tuesday evening.
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway wants ‘marquee’ games on schedule
Hardaway spoke to reporters Tuesday about the Tigers’ home-and-home scheduling agreement with Baylor, the addition of South Sudanese big man Simon Majok and more.
What Daily Memphians think*
“I’m so glad I now know about these people’s lives, deaths and burials. Thank you.” — Linley Schmidt about Ask the Memphian: Are people really buried in Shelby Farms?
“This is the 9th year of the Ed Murphey Classic, which has brought many Olympians to Memphis to compete each July. McLaughlin-Levrone is the biggest star to date. The most important work of the foundation has been supporting youth track and field at area schools.” — Steven Ross about Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone confirmed for Ed Murphey Classic in Memphis
“How heartening, another Memphis native coming home to use their experience and education to benefit our city!!!!!” — Becky Baker about Memphis Parks appoints new director
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‘No shortcuts': What new director of player development, a Memphis native, brings to Tigers
Darrell Brown Jr., Memphis’ new director of player development, is a former Germantown star and the godson of Tigers coach Penny Hardaway.
‘Just because he was brown': Advocates protest immigration policy
“They’re taking our aunts, our neighbors who have no criminal record. This (presidential) administration has criminalized being brown, being an immigrant.”
When GG Jackson needed mental refresh, he got help from an unlikely source
GG Jackson II took ownership of his immaturity last year as he fell out of the rotation, but a coincidental encounter gave the Grizzlies wing a new focus.
Art by Tyré Nichols, Ernest Withers and 100+ unsigned works now on view
Whether it’s a name you know or a name that’s hidden, this month, artists and photographers from Memphis and beyond capture the Arkansas Delta, quiet moments of everyday life and more.
Sudoku: July 9
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Metro
Memphis Parks appoints new director
Mayor Paul Young has tapped a Memphis native who is returning to the city after working similar jobs in Oakland and Pasadena, California.
Premium City of Memphis City puts teeth in blight fight
Premium Education Amid federal funding uncertainty, Memphis schools could lose $17M
Premium Metro Youth program achieving results in effort to combat juvenile crime, study shows
Premium Public Safety Data dive: Numbers behind the story of Memphis’ crime decline
Business
A bonanza of bonsai
Brussel’s Bonsai in Olive Branch may be the country’s largest bonsai nursery but it’s “just a blip in what’s possible” with bonsai.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium South Memphis How the fight over Elon Musk’s air permit could change Memphis
Premium Business What Mitch Graves wants to bring to the TVA board
Premium Business Redbirds stir up controversy with ‘Big Beautiful Buffet’ post
Sports
Where are the former Memphis Tigers playing in NBA Summer League?
The Tigers are again well-represented this summer in the California Classic Summer League, the Salt Lake City Summer League, as well as the NBA 2K26 Summer League in Las Vegas.
High School Sports Memphis high school football commitment tracker
Premium Sports St. Louis Cardinals’ top prospect promoted to Memphis
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers vs. Bears: Memphis basketball agrees to new home-and-home series
Sports Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone confirmed for Ed Murphey Classic in Memphis
Food
It’s not Pancho’s Green Dressing but it is local
And, soon, it will be in area Kroger stores, courtesy of Oh Grate!
Premium Dining Guides What to Order: Say hello to lunch at Ciao Bella
Suburbs
Collierville sues party house owner
Collierville has taken legal action against a homeowner after problematic parties at his residence. The town believes its ordinances prohibit the events held at the home.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett looking to recruit brewery, new boutique shops
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Lucky Lady Caftan Club (of Memphis) launches
“May the good vibes find you free, fabulous and flowing” is the tagline of the Lucky Lady Caftan Club of Memphis.
Music Bobby Rush to play in Overton Park Shell fall concert series
Opinion
Opinion: Whose side is God on?
The more urgent and humbling question isn’t whether God is on our side. It’s whether we are on God’s side.
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: July 8
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.