Calkins: Happily, Rory McIlroy is no robot

<strong>Rory McIlroy passes out bobbleheads disgorged from a robot on the 9th green during a day of practice rounds at the WGC - FedEx St. Jude Invitational at TPC Southwind on July 24, 2019.</strong> (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian)

Rory McIlroy got help from a FedEx robot Wednesday. But the way he talked about the raw emotions of the British Open showed his humanity.

By Geoff Calkins July 25, 2019

Golf

For No. 1 Koepka, a victory at WGC-FESJI would have exponential impact on his season

Brooks Koepka loves Majors. And the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational is the next best thing.

By Don Wade July 24, 2019

Golf

Justin Rose puts focus on defending FedEx Cup title

Justin Rose comes to Memphis getting ready to work on his defense of the FedEx Cup championship.

By Gary Robinson July 24, 2019

State Government

Sexton promises to end ‘kill list’ as House Speaker

With a promise to give lawmakers more freedom, Cameron Sexton of Crossville vaulted to victory Wednesday as House Speaker-select, a month ahead of a special session to replace resigning Speaker Glen Casada.

By Sam Stockard July 24, 2019

Real Estate

Navy relinquishing 42 acres on Presidents Island

Demand is high for industrial acreage on Presidents Island, and the property that the Navy is giving the Port Commission is the largest available undeveloped tract on the island.

By Tom Bailey July 24, 2019

Memphis Tigers Basketball

Who let the dogs out? Penny Hardaway wants freshmen to be (Baha) men in Caribbean

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway wants to see his young team grow up on its upcoming trip to the Bahamas.

By Drew Hill July 24, 2019

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Calkins: She’s 110. Yes, 110. And after all those years, she has learned what matters most.

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