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Activists protest harsh conditions in detention facility while ICE denies claims

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 17:56:16 -0500

A group of around 20 protesters gathered outside the West Tennessee Detention Facility to protest what they called “deplorable conditions” inside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement center.

Tigers could struggle to keep finances up under Protect College Sports Act

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 15:39:39 -0500

The Protect College Sports Act, which has not been passed, would more than double the University of Memphis’ sports expenses — unless the Tigers move conferences.

91-year-old Bartlett man reclaims record as oldest Appalachian Trail hiker

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 13:47:06 -0500

Dale Sanders has reclaimed his record as the oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail.

MATA unveils new buses

sbohnel@dailymemphian.com (Steve Bohnel) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 13:53:03 -0500

MATA unveiled eight of 12 new buses delivered to Memphis in recent weeks, part of an overall investment to bring more than 50 new buses to an aging fleet by next year.

Ahead of stadium debut, Tigers trail last year’s ticket revenue

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 14:11:43 -0500

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.

WYXR on the bands who'll perform at this year's Raised by Sound Fest

barnes@dailymemphian.com (Eric Barnes) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 20:43:21 -0500

Raised by Sound, which takes place Dec. 4 and 5 at Crosstown Concourse, includes a mix of free shows and paid shows.

WYXR's Raised by Sound Fest expands to two days

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 20:44:27 -0500

This year, one day just isn’t enough for WYXR’s fundraiser music festival. The two-day event is packed with free concerts and performances from Soccer Mommy, Late Night Cardigan and more.

SpaceXAI planning data center on land bought from Southaven

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 20:37:55 -0500

When completed, the data center would join the company’s three other known nearby data centers on its sprawling campus.

Daily Jigsaw: Storm cleanup

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 04:00:07 -0500

This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Memphis Light, Gas and Water crews repairing power lines on Quince Road, and it was taken by Holly Whitfield.

Daily WordRow: Sept. 2

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 04:00:07 -0500

Solve The Daily Memphian’s free Memphis jigsaw puzzle game.

Sudoku: Sept. 2

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 04:00:07 -0500

Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.

Movers & Shakers: Evans Petree attorneys named 'Lawyer of the Year'

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 04:00:07 -0500

Memphis job moves this week also include a Germantown school board member named CEO of an educational company, ARTSmemphis adding to its board and a building supply company that grew.

Northpoint continues strong play in volleyball win against St. George's

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 21:59:07 -0500

The Lady Trojans sweep the Gryphons for their eighth win in nine matches this season.

New MATA board signals gradual move away from trustee

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 22:04:36 -0500

For the time being, the new MATA board will coexist with a trustee. The Memphis City Council also approved funding for four parks projects.

New sheriff gives tour of crumbling 201 Poplar

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 21:35:24 -0500

The wear and tear on the 40-year-old building is evident everywhere, but progress is happening in small, expensive steps, including restoration of the jail’s 10 escalators, which cost more than $1 million.

Memphis coach Charles Huff says Tigers deserve to be 'media darling'

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 18:53:52 -0500

The 2026 Tigers went from being unknown to stealing the college-football spotlight in just one game.

What to expect at renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium for Tigers' home opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 05:49:47 -0500

Memphis’ athletic director gives updates on stadium renovations, value meal deals and relationship with the new hospitality partner.

Sound Bites: Meddlesome's approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene

hwhitfield@dailymemphian.com (Holly Whitfield) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 16:37:00 -0500

Ben Pugh of Meddlesome Brewing joined Holly Whitfield to talk beer, the Cordova brewery and why he supports water sustainability in the era of AI data centers.

Data centers looking to expand in Memphis but are months away

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 17:15:51 -0500

Memphis Light, Gas and Water CEO Doug McGowen told the Memphis City Council on Tuesday, Sept. 1, that two companies plan to build significant data centers in Memphis.

Memphis Movies This Week: A Dolly Parton tribute, an early Oscar doc contender

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 15:12:17 -0500

In the wake of her recent death, Malco Theatres will host a “Tribute to Dolly” double-feature Saturday night at its Ridgeway, Collierville and Desoto theaters featuring “Steel Magnolias” and “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.”

Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian | Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian

Activists protest harsh conditions in detention facility while ICE denies claims

Tigers could struggle to keep finances up under Protect College Sports Act

91-year-old Bartlett man reclaims record as oldest Appalachian Trail hiker

MATA unveils new buses

Ahead of stadium debut, Tigers trail last year’s ticket revenue

WYXR on the bands who'll perform at this year's Raised by Sound Fest

WYXR's Raised by Sound Fest expands to two days

SpaceXAI planning data center on land bought from Southaven

Daily Jigsaw: Storm cleanup

Daily WordRow: Sept. 2

Sudoku: Sept. 2

Movers & Shakers: Evans Petree attorneys named 'Lawyer of the Year'

Northpoint continues strong play in volleyball win against St. George's

New MATA board signals gradual move away from trustee

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