Tenn. releases coronavirus vaccination distribution plan
A preliminary plan for the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines prioritizes vulnerable populations and areas hard hit by the virus.
Arlington cancels Friday’s game due to COVID
Tigers were due to host Collierville in Region 7-6A.
Calkins: How the Memphis Grizzlies helped a 93-year-old woman vote for president
Jaren Jackson Jr. was voting for president for the first time. 93-year-old Beverly Nash was not. But they crossed paths Wednesday at the Agricenter voting station. And it was beautiful.
Brady White deflects acclaim, knowing what lies ahead
The Memphis QB is thankful for the awards, but “at the end of the day, you still have to replicate it.”
Federal crime initiative results in more than 60 local arrests, AG William Barr says
U.S. Attorney General William Barr said Wednesday, Oct. 21, that 5,500 arrests have been made nationwide, including 66 in Memphis, as part of Operation LeGend, an initiative designed to help curb violent crime in select cities.
AutoZone Liberty Bowl teams with SCS to host combine
With football officially off the table, superintendent Joris Ray says listening to data and science will determine if basketball will be played.
Jaren Jackson Jr. ready to get out of ‘timeout’
Vote. Rehab. Get tatted. Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. has already had an eventful offseason.
Shelby County adds another 200 coronavirus cases
The day’s positivity rate was above 11%.
Salon owner opens Millington CBD store
Salon owner learns the ropes on hemp from fellow female entrepreneur and opens her own CBD store in Millington.
Tigers Football Insider: Ivory and Washington hope to be team’s next dynamic duo
The pair knew their recent performance against the Knights was possible due to the work they had already put in.
Pinch District tower developers meet council skepticism
Developers of a $180 million commercial mixed-use tower of hotel rooms and condos on the western edge of the Pinch District encountered some skepticism as they pitched the project to the Memphis City Council.
Street Food: Soi No. 9’s October surprise, Crosstown’s fried chicken fracas and more
From chicken to tacos, this street food stroll has some mouth-watering treats in store.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: ECS’ Greenwood has another career game
Check out the other names in football, bowling, soccer and cross-country.
Karen Carrier, the unexpected restaurateur, talks about how it all happened
Jennifer Biggs talks with Karen Carrier about how she’s gotten through COVID, her winter plans, and how she ended up in the restaurant business.
UTHSC identifies drugs as possible coronavirus treatments
The drugs are already approved for other uses in humans.
Metro
The Early Word: Alleged trespasser mad over crime; BBQ matriarch dies
Harris suggests tax hike again, the city nominates an animal shelter director and we’ve got a tip on how to handle bad takeout food.
City of Memphis City names new director for Memphis Animal Services
Metro Meet The Daily Memphian’s summer 2025 interns
Education MSCS to sell $12M of property, but building donations, demolitions paused
Business
Varsity Spirit pro cheerleaders to get P-A-I-D!
Memphis-based Varsity Spirit is launching a professional cheerleading league in January, giving athletes 18 years old and older the opportunity to get paid to compete after college.
Health Care UTHSC chancellor named to leadership of global health care group
Premium Bartlett Substantial industrial tracts available in Bartlett
Health Care Le Bonheur names new Heart Institute codirector
Sports
Tigers Talk: Realistic expectations for Memphis basketball in 2025-26
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin weigh in on expectations for Memphis heading into the 2025-26 season.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: When free agency arrives, spotlight’s on Grizzly Santi Aldama
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: Ja Morant has company in ‘dat 901.’ Tiger coaches join Memphis defense team.
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason lacrosse awards: ECS coach, Saints march off with top honors
Food
‘Abbott Elementary’ star slated for new Memphis block party event
A group of DJs, including actor, comedian and rapper Zack Fox, is putting the soul in summer solstice at Grind City Brewing.
Suburbs
After years of promises, DeSoto County to unveil Agri-Education Center
DeSoto County will open the doors to a $19 million facility this week that blends agriculture, education and community heritage on a 200-acre spread.
Arts & Culture
Metal Museum head talks about future, new plans for old building
Executive director Carissa Hussong breaks down how the new Metal Museum building dramatically increases the programming — and the revenue generation — that will be possible in the museum’s new home.
Opinion
Calkins: Ja Morant stuck up for Memphis. Now, how about you?
Ja Morant took on ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith and his misperceptions of Memphis. But Smith isn’t the only one talking trash.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Overton Square coffee shop and bakery opens
A new bakery and coffee shop has opened in Overton Square, serving up cookies, pies, breads, lattes and more. Jacques Louise owner Savannah Kenney joins Holly Whitfield on the Sound Bites podcast.