Congregation mourns closing, rejoices in blessings of ‘disco shul’
Anshei Sphard Beth El Emeth congregation is moving, leaving behind its “Brutalist” synagogue but not its sacred Torahs or special memories.
New COVID-19 cases continue to decline, transmission rate stable countywide
From Sept. 26 to Saturday, Oct. 10, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 134 new coronavirus cases and 3,058 test results each day, yielding a 4.4% positivity rate.
Shelby County reports 3 COVID-19 deaths, 146 new cases
Shelby County’s 146 new coronavirus cases came from 2,774 test results, yielding a 5.3% positivity rate. Test results are not reflective of the previous 24-hour period and include tests over multiple days.
Going strong in Whitehaven: Piano’s Flowers & Gifts
Some people have asked but the owners of Piano’s flower shop say there is no reason for them to leave the Whitehaven community.
Friday preps: Collierville gets physical, defeats arch-rival Houston
Ethan Pettigrew and Tyler Collier combine for two touchdown passes as Collierville holds off Houston.
Street Food: Tacos and paletas in Olive Branch
As a new recurring feature, I’ll be on the hunt for street-food finds in the Memphis area: good stuff from food trucks, farmers markets, gas stations, walk-up windows and the like.
NFL quarterly awards: Memphis edition
2020 has been a banner year for former Tigers in the NFL; which alums are standing out?
Excel Center at Goodwill Memphis helps adults earn diplomas and more
The Excel Center opened as a charter school but is now a contract school with Shelby County Schools.
Point guard Joe Cooper forges new path at Pearl River CC
He almost gave up on the sport. The junior college has reinvigorated him and changed his mindset.
Metro
The Early Word: More AI is coming; AutoZone Park swings and misses
Pearson and Cohen drop redistricting lawsuit, DeSoto residents sue SpaceX and FedEx pilots finally get their wish.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Harnessing art to overcome ADHD
Public Safety Memphis Animal Services officer charged with aggravated animal cruelty
Premium Public Safety Does DeSoto County have a child predator problem? Here’s what the data says
Elections Souls to the Polls rally mixes political optimism with hardcore organizing
Business
Soul & Spirits buys Memphis Made trademark
Soul & Spirits Brewery’s purchase ensures Memphis Made Brewing Co.’s beer will still be made in the Bluff City.
Business WK Kellogg laying off more than 100 in Memphis
Premium Real Estate Outdoors Inc. building hits market for almost $2 million
Premium Business Firefighter developing health and tutoring AI apps: ‘We have a lot of bright minds here.’
Premium Business After 27 years, The Blue Monkey is closing its doors in Midtown
Sports
‘It becomes another game’: Memphis referee reflects on his World Cup experience
Chris Strickland, a California native who’s lived in Memphis for the past dozen or so years, worked at the 2006 World Cup in Germany.
Sports AutoZone extends title-sponsorship agreement with the Liberty Bowl
Sports Tigers coaches wade into political waters
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason softball awards: It’s a TRA sweep
High School Sports Southwind four-star prospect makes commitment decision
Food
Table Talk: Le Bon Appétit had the meats, sweets and more to eat
Le Bon Appétit brought a crowd of hundreds to Downtown Memphis, where they sampled offerings from 28 chefs and drinks from four mixologists.
Premium Food News As part of a longheld family dream, Viet Hoa owners opening large international market
Suburbs
MDOT allocates millions for Hernando interstate exit
The Mississippi Department of Public Transportation has allocated $5.7 million for the beginning phase of improvements to the Commerce Street interstate exit in Hernando.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett passes mayor’s pay increase, property tax rate and budget
Arts & Culture
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Music Overton Park Shell ‘Shell-ebrates’ 90 years with free fall shows
Opinion
Opinion: Safety isn’t only the absence of danger — it’s also the presence of connection
“Safety isn’t just about whether crime exists. Safety is also about whether people feel they belong to one another. It is also deeply true that poverty affects safety.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
Podcasts
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Flyway, budgets and ‘The Birdcage’
Games
Sudoku: June 9
Ready for today’s sudokus?