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Tigers earn scrappy win against Rice in women’s soccer conference opener

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:20:40 -0500

Abby Forsgren and Ai Kitagawa had the goals and the Tigers defense shut out the Rice Owls Thursday night to open American Conference play.

Lausanne races past Germantown for first victory of the season

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:07:49 -0500

Lawrence Britt accounts for three touchdowns as Lynx avoid their first-ever 0-3 start.

SpaceXAI sued over worker death

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:55:21 -0500

The family of a worker who died after a fall in 2025 at SpaceXAI’s Colossus II Campus is seeking $30 million in damages.

Tigers give update on stadium fixes ahead of second home game

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:49:15 -0500

Saturday’s home game against UT Martin will be the Memphis Tigers’ chance to show the fanbase that it adequately addressed the issues at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Collierville company bands with Whole Foods to donate supplies to hundreds of schools

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:08:04 -0500

“When the opportunity came up, it was kind of unexpected, but it was a natural yes.”

Lakeland quarterback voted Player of the Week

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:32:26 -0500

The senior quarterback garnered the most votes after he passed for 342 yards and five touchdowns while running for 59 more and a sixth in his latest game.

How to register to vote in Shelby County

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:23:02 -0500

Shelby County residents preparing to participate in the upcoming Nov. 3 election must complete their voter-registration applications by Monday, Oct. 5.

Smashburger food truck to open in Poplar Avenue space

ssurrett@dailymemphian.com (Sophia Surrett) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:05:18 -0500

Food truck Addiction Smash Burger is opening its first brick-and-mortar location.

FedEx Freight announces partnership with NASCAR Truck Series

sbohnel@dailymemphian.com (Steve Bohnel) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:02:19 -0500

FedEx Freight will also become an official NASCAR partner and its exclusive freight shipping partner.

The Daily Memphian turns 8 today! Here's what staffers were doing when they were 8 years old.

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:44:09 -0500

Some were 8 in the 1960s, and some were 8 in the 2010s. And while many of us are from Memphis, we also hail from West Palm, Buffalo, Tacoma and beyond.

Collierville employee arrested for theft

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:38:28 -0500

A parks employee was arrested Thursday for misdemeanor theft.

'Strongest heat dome on the planet' hovers over Memphis

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:13:02 -0500

The heat dome over Tennessee the Washington Post said was the strongest on the planet is a pot of scalding water, and we are the crawfish.

Memphis tensions spill into viral Reaves-Young showdown

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:06:51 -0500

As residents weigh in online, debates over SpaceXAI, the Safe Task Force and city leadership collide in one highly public exchange.

State House hopeful's write-in bid killed by 'sore loser' election laws

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:20:03 -0500

Kyler Gilkey’s second bid for public office this year was shut down by the Tennessee Secretary of State’s Office because it was his second attempt at a state House of Representatives seat, albeit a different one.

Bartlett breaks ground on new school

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:55:05 -0500

It’ll be a new school with a fresh look and state-of-the-art technology.

Redbirds Recap: Memphis offense jumps on Sounds pitching early in 10-run win

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:51:38 -0500

The Redbirds jumped right on Nashville pitching with a run in the first inning, five more in the second frame and three more to cap the fourth.

SpaceXAI posts more than 100 jobs as data center moratorium momentum slows

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:29:37 -0500

SpaceXAI is moving full steam ahead while Memphis City Council wants to pump the brakes on data center expansion.

$15 Deal: Kuya and Ouri's breakfast collaboration

editors@dailymemphian.com (Erica Horton) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:59:34 -0500

According to writer Erica Horton, you should try the longanisia labor of love while you can.

Bartlett High debuts new covered outdoor practice facility

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:45:45 -0500

Bartlett christened its new outdoor athletic facility, which is designed to provide some relief during hot summer months.

Hispanic Heritage celebrations, CY Fest and barbecuing for beginners

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:23:02 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, folk star Valerie June comes home, parking spots become parks and Neo bends bullets at the Pink Palace.