Next Day Notes: Lessons from Memphis loss to Temple
Gainwell’s run a bright spot; AAC addresses controversial call
Notes from the Memphis Tigers 30-28 loss to the Temple Owls.
DNA test could bring answers, closure to family of Sedley Alley
A hearing at 201 Poplar will decide if DNA evidence can be used to determine guilt in the 1985 murder of Suzanne Collins. If Sedley Alley, the man convicted and executed is cleared, "then God help them," says former death row inmate Kirk Bloodsworth. "You can't free a man from the grave."
Shelby County’s first lactation pod installed at FedExForum
FedExForum is now home to West Tennessee’s first lactation pod, purchased in June by Shelby County and installed last week at the sports and entertainment venue.
Tigers tumble out of Top 25 polls
The Memphis Tigers slipped out of the top 25 in both major polls after falling to Temple.
Reilly brings strong defensive approach to CBU basketball
After a long, mostly successful, career leading Gannon University in Pennsylvania, John Reilly is taking over leadership of the CBU basketball program replacing Mike Nienaber.
Baptist provides a little ‘me time’ for cancer patients
Blossom Within is Baptist's way of offering respite to women undergoing cancer treatment.
Metro
The AM/DM Podcast: How to soak up the sun or escape the heat
On today’s show, we’ve got a rundown of indoor summer-themed events — and a one outdoor block party that’ll make you sweat.
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North Mississippi Olive Branch police officers cleared in 2024 fatal shooting
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Public Safety Lindsey Whiteside trial delayed again
Business
Historic Marine Residence gets new owner, fresh upgrades ahead
The property has won several awards, including recognition from the Apartment Association of Greater Memphis for “Best Adapted Reuse Community” over multiple years.
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Sports
Plans for Darana-Memphis Motorsports Park stalled until next year
The International Hot Rod Association’s 2026 schedule had included stock car races and regional team finals, the 2026 IHRA World Finals and a Nitro event.
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High School Sports Social media star, former Arlington softball standout Tatum Bittick signs with Tigers
Food
Local restaurant to open second location in Memphis Art Museum
But the restaurant’s owner thought the opportunity was “too good to be true” at first.
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Suburbs
Plans for Darana-Memphis Motorsports Park stalled until next year
The International Hot Rod Association’s 2026 schedule had included stock car races and regional team finals, the 2026 IHRA World Finals and a Nitro event.
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Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Nearly 20 exhibitions will open the Memphis Art Museum
“We’re finding ways to tell new stories with our permanent collection, but also introduce our visitors to new works, new acquisitions that we’ve been holding onto very eagerly to debut them in our new building,” said chief curator Patricia Daigle.
The To-Do List Summer parties, West Coast cruising culture and B.B. King’s second chance
Opinion
Bailey: Palazzolo announces retirement — as Germantown mayor, not all politics
Mayor Mike Palazzolo announced this week that he is retiring from service in Germantown. But is another office a possibility?
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Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Mocking the NBA Draft
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington are joined by special guest Parker Fleming for a 32-selection mock NBA Draft with a focus on the Memphis Grizzlies’ three picks.
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Games
Daily WordRow: June 26
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.