Coronavirus numbers return to late July levels
“COVID-19 is still a very much present danger to the people of Shelby County and can be found in virtually all parts of Shelby County,” said Shelby County Health Department Deputy Director David Sweat.
Ja Morant, Brandon Clarke are rookies no more. So what’s next?
What are fair expectations for the two Grizzlies in Year 2?
Meet Memphis basketball’s newest commit: Sam Ayomide Onu
The center with an “old soul” feels like he can be himself playing for Penny Hardaway and the Tigers.
Luke Sienkiewicz, ECS finish runner-up at state golf tournament
Ella Cress (Northpoint), Anna Heck (St. Agnes) take second place in respective girls state divisions.
Indie Memphis adds high-profile screenings
“One Night in Miami,” the directorial debut of Oscar-winning actress Regina King, will be the Memphis festival’s “Closing Night” feature, screening at the Malco Summer Drive-In Oct. 29.
New Tom Lee Park rental potential sized up
A study done for the Memphis River Parks Partnership by Leo Events estimates new venues in Tom Lee Park could generate as much as $1.243 million in the first year.
Food writers talk about how they cook at home these days
Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington talk about what they’ve been cooking, how recipes are little more than suggestions, and as it happens, about tacos and Asian food.
Calkins: Time for Memphis to finally beat the ‘small-time’ UCF football team
After 13 straight losses to UCF, it’s time for the Memphis Tigers to end that streak.
Almost 350 new coronavirus cases reported Tuesday
August 9 was the last time Shelby County reported new coronavirus cases in the 300-range; on that day it was 337.
County Commission questions $1M pandemic marketing campaign
The contract stirred the political embers of a recent budget season in county government as well as some spirited debate among commissioners about mask requirements.
Memphis receivers vs. UCF’s secondary is the matchup to watch
The Knights’ secondary is loaded with playmakers, but how do they compare to the Tigers’ receivers?
Memphis football team loses two players for the season
The Tigers will be without running back Cameron Fleming and defensive lineman John Cartwright.
Rhodes College alumni speak up for Judge Amy Coney Barrett
Rhodes graduates from across the country are speaking out in support for their fellow alum and nominee to the Supreme Court of the United States.
Restaurants: Round Two at New Asia
New Asia, a favorite Chinese restaurant known for its authentic dishes and a large Chinese-American selection, has finally reopened its Germantown dining room.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Librarians make a surprise visit to City Council
Last week, a group of the city’s librarians showed up at Memphis City Council, unannounced, to ask for a change to their employment.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Much love for Fred Smith but not much luck for Feagins
Premium State Government What the race for governor looks like with Blackburn officially in
City of Memphis More than 40% of dogs entering Memphis Animal Services are put down. Adoption events try to reduce that number.
Business
Former ALSAC CEO Richard Shadyac Jr. launches new venture
Shadyac Strategies will help organizations with brand building, media strategy and crisis management as well as provide interim CEO services and speaking engagements.
Premium Business Coffee shop, Chipotle, Panda Express among new Bartlett restaurants in the works
Premium Transportation & Logistics MATA proposes hope for Downtown trolleys but says it needs more money to run them
Premium Real Estate How short-term rentals like Airbnbs are regulated
Sports
Grizzlies Mailbag: The Ja & Jaren core, FedExForum food ideas
The final installment in a three-part Mid-Summer Grizzlies Mailbag.
Premium Sports Former Tiger to help host 1-on-1 tournament to find best hooper in 901
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis unranked in AP Top 25 Poll
Premium Golf Uncertainty surrounds FESJC retaining FedEx Cup Playoffs status
Food
What to order: Bar Hustle’s Detroit-style pizza has a secret
Go off menu, slightly, at Bar Hustle to get a pizza with red onions, fennel sausage and spicy honey.
Suburbs
Bringing down the house parties: Why communities struggle to tame the commotion
Music roars throughout the neighborhood. Partygoers do doughnuts in cul-de-sacs and park in yards. And when the party’s over, partygoers leave beer bottles, condoms and other debris — even car parts — scattered throughout the neighborhood.
Arts & Culture
Memphis-born Bobby Whitlock of Derek and the Dominos fame dies
Whitlock, who grew up in Millington and got his start at Stax Records, will forever be known as a member of Derek and the Dominoes.
Opinion
Conaway: This is who your city looks like. See her.
“Whether we thrive tomorrow, actually, whether we survive, depends more on what we feed Olivia today than most of us want to acknowledge.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Librarians make a surprise visit to City Council
Last week, a group of the city’s librarians showed up at Memphis City Council, unannounced, to ask for a change to their employment.