Calkins: Happily, Rory McIlroy is no robot
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Metro
Nichols’ attorneys want civil trial pushed until late 2026
The requested trial date would be more than three and a half years after five now-former Memphis Police officers beat Tyré Nichols, who later died from his injuries.
Metro Memphis Zoo mourns loss of ‘beloved’ animal
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Business
Hire Local helps Memphians become nurses, paramedics — tuition-free
For a Memphis program, finding home-grown professionals to bolster the medical workforce starts at Hire Local.
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Sports
NBA Players Association Foundation names Santi Aldama to board
It’s been a big week for Aldama, 24, who also got married in Spain over the weekend with several former teammates present.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Good news, Tiger basketball fans — just watch the Las Vegas Summer League
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High School Sports Cardinals select Houston High standout Ryan Mitchell
Food
What to Order: Eggxactly’s uncommon omelet
Turkey is smoked for an entire day before it becomes part of this breakfast favorite.
Suburbs
From FedEx to City Hall: Olive Branch COO stepping down
Before Todd Ondra was hired, Olive Branch’s 17 department heads reported directly to the town’s mayor.
Arts & Culture
‘A win for the kids’: Local real estate company launches initiative to help at-risk youths
Funding will go toward three nonprofits with programs to support children dealing with trauma, death and stress through stage performances, art classes and instruments.
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis Rox reopens with ‘climb for Mond’
Two weeks after Jarmond Johnson was shot and killed at Memphis Rox, the gym reopened with a joyful, mournful — and ultimately hopeful — ceremonial climb.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: The search for a new judge, and more
In this episode of The AM/DM, The Daily Memphian’s new morning podcast, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips and editorial director Mary Cashiola discuss this week’s upcoming news events.