AutoZone Park’s tattered playing field to be replaced
Weather and the lifespan of the field – not the combination of baseball and soccer at AutoZone Park – are the main reasons the grass surface soon will be replaced.
Federal, state authorities probing possible House voucher vote bribes
Even with a new House Speaker taking office, federal and state agents are still looking into allegations former Speaker Glen Casada made illicit offers in return for voucher votes this spring.
Herenton calls on supporters to win mayor’s race with early vote dominance
Former Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton told a women's rally that he wants to guard against election fraud. Meanwhile, contender Tami Sawyer rips Herenton and Mayor Jim Strickland for attending the local GOP's Lincoln Day Gala.
New U of M academy reaching out to black middle school boys
University reaching out to establish relationship with middle school boys, is confident it has internal resources to get them to college and beyond.
Memphis 901 FC suffers heavy loss to Tampa
Memphis' losing streak now at three after loss in Tampa.
Join the West Tennessee butterfly count as a citizen scientist
Many of the people who help with butterfly counts are knowledgeable about birds, dragonflies, amphibians and plants. But if you’ve got eyes and can ask, “What’s that?” you can be a valuable participant. The next count is Sept. 7 at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Sports Hall of Fame and a Downtown property crawl
Also happening this week: The first full meeting of the new Shelby County Commission and two chances for Germantowners to weigh in on the city’s future.
Shelby County County Commission to vote on new chair, Clerk’s Office funding and more
Premium Spirit of Memphis When virtual reality isn’t a game: These headsets are programmed for job skills training
Premium Elections Heather Fisher begins school board service early
Business Local Ben’s Friends chapter helps restaurant workers struggling with addiction
Business
Local Ben’s Friends chapter helps restaurant workers struggling with addiction
Restaurant workers are among the most at risk for substance abuse and heavy alcohol use in the United States. The Memphis chapter of Ben’s Friends hopes to help on the path to sobriety.
Premium Business East Memphis fitness studio goes beyond barre-minimum to build community
Premium Real Estate The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hundreds of bikers roar into town for 20th year of St. Jude Rides
Premium Business Former DeSoto County Visitors Bureau leadership backs fired Landers Center head
Sports
Tigers struggle in second half for the first time this season at Boise State
Memphis went from averaging 15.5 yards per play in the first two quarters to averaging 5.6 yards per play in the second half against Boise State. Coach Huff says Tigers will need to “suffer well.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Calkins: The Memphis Tigers got bludgeoned. But what happens now?
Memphis Tigers Football Boise State hands Tigers first loss of season, 38-20
Sports Alcorn State wins double overtime thriller in Southern Heritage Classic
Memphis Tigers Football Texas stuns Ohio State, takes over AP Top 25, no votes for Memphis
Food
Local Ben’s Friends chapter helps restaurant workers struggling with addiction
Restaurant workers are among the most at risk for substance abuse and heavy alcohol use in the United States. The Memphis chapter of Ben’s Friends hopes to help on the path to sobriety.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Caramelized’s sheet pan Memphis BBQ chicken fajitas
Suburbs
Heather Fisher begins school board service early
Heather Fisher was appointed to the Germantown Board of Education last month, a few months ahead of the four-year term she is destined to win in November. Her new position allows her to build upon 25 years of education experience in Germantown.
High School Sports Sheals propels Collierville to nationally ranked victory over Knoxville Bearden
Arts & Culture
Family friendly film fest back this weekend at the Pink Palace
The second annual Like You Children’s Film Festival puts a spotlight on emotional growth and connectivity for kids in a fun and interactive space.
Performing Arts Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages
Opinion
Calkins: The Memphis Tigers got bludgeoned. But what happens now?
Coach Charles Huff warned that the Memphis Tigers might get bludgeoned by Boise State. But he already has a new theme for the season. And it just might work.
Germantown Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
Podcasts
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A derby good time
Today’s puzzle features action at the Memphis Roller Derby. Greg Campbell took the photo.