Calkins: On a Sunday morning at Galloway, a saga of life and death
Bill Turner dropped at the seventh green, felled by a heart attack. His friends say “he was gone.” What happened next is the best Memphis golf story of the year.
Amy Coney Barrett nomination advances to full Senate
Democratic senators refused to show up in protest of the GOP’s rush to install Trump’s nominee, who has Memphis ties, to replace the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Brentwood Academy five-star guard Skyy Clark commits to Kentucky
Memphis had been prioritizing Clark, the No. 2 player in Tennessee.
Briarcrest volleyball three-peats at state with victory over Baylor
Senior Zykia Jones named MVP of the championship match.
Sportsbooks prepare for launch, eye huge opportunity in Tennessee
Legal online sportsbooks could be accepting bets in the state as soon as next week.
John Currence to open Big Bad Breakfast in East Memphis
One of the South’s legendary chefs is opening his first Memphis restaurant. John Currence plans to open Big Bad Breakfast late this year or early next.
Coronavirus: Area sees fifth consecutive day of 200+ new cases
The Shelby County Health Department has reported at least 200 new coronavirus cases every day this week.
Elvis Presley Enterprises’ lawsuit against city of Memphis dismissed
The federal lawsuit claimed the city interfered with Graceland’s plans for a Whitehaven arena.
Three-star defensive end William Whitlow commits to Memphis
He is the 21st commit of the Tigers’ class of 2021.
TSSAA stat leaders: CBHS takes over as area’s top rushing offense
Christian Brothers High School is averaging just over 279 yards per game on the ground.
Hardaway wants Tigers to be the fastest team in college basketball. Can it happen?
The University of Memphis basketball team will have to balance tempo on offense with discipline on defense.
Memphis playwright nominated for Tony Awards
“Tina” was nominated for a total of 12 Tonys.
Local charter network to allow some teachers and students back into classroom
If the initial plan is successful, FCS officials hope its full return to in-person learning mirrors Shelby County Schools, slated for January 2021.
FedEx hiring Saturday for hub positions
Job fair Saturday at FedEx Express world hub in Memphis is first since FedEx announced it would take on 2,000 more workers to meet demands of holiday peak season.
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. offers a helping hand
Jaren Jackson Jr. hasn’t changed one bit since he tore his meniscus in the Orlando bubble, and he’s still asking everyone to vote.
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.
Opinion: Trump fatigue is fueling Shelby’s massive voter turnout
The massive turnout is being driven in large part by the laser-focused desire to get Trump and his enablers out of the White House. But turnout also is being fueled to a lesser degree by Trump supporters.
Greenwood happy to shoulder the load for ECS running game
Don’t let Jaylen Greenwood’s size or easygoing manner fool you; he’s a tough customer on the football field.
Metro
Jail’s healthcare provider opts out of renewing contract
Wellpath said in a prepared statement that the company was working with county officials to ensure a “smooth transition” to a new healthcare provider at 201 Poplar.
Spirit of Memphis Memphis news anchor took broadcast snooze and woke up to internet fame
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: SpaceXAI may double down on data, and trolleys may roll out
Metro The AM/DM podcast: How a case of mistaken identity led to months in jail
City of Memphis Trolleys coming back Downtown this fall
Business
Regional One unveils plans for new hospital at old Commercial Appeal building
Under a tent on the front lawn of the old Commercial Appeal building at 495 Union Ave., Regional One and county leaders unveiled a highly anticipated rendering, the new roughly $1 billion Regional One Hospital.
Financial Services First Horizon launches new financial institutions group
Real Estate $25M plan for former Houston’s and First Horizon site begins
Health Care Jail’s healthcare provider opts out of renewing contract
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Sports
Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
“For nearly seven decades, the best golfers in the world have played in Memphis. Starting in 2028, that will no longer be the case.”Related content:
Golf Memphis golf tourney to lose elite status as of 2028
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Death to the Protect College Sports Act. Signed, Memphis.
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis topples Nashville to open six-game homestand
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Food
Table Talk: Thursday nights at Tamboli’s are for formaggio
“The cornerstone of a pizza place is a good cheese pizza,” said Tamboli’s owner Miles Tamboli.
Premium Food News Battle for Belly Acres continues in court
Suburbs
Vote delayed for Olive Branch rezoning, landfill expansion
Olive Branch leaders pushed off a final vote on rezoning an area of the city to allow for a controversial industrial park and expand the county landfill.
Premium Education Suburban school districts’ first kindergartners prepare for their senior year
Arts & Culture
These Memphis musicians will play 2026 Cooper-Young Fest
The 2026 Cooper-Young Fest takes place from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in the Midtown neighborhood.
Arts & Culture Metal Museum unveils new branding
Opinion
Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
“For nearly seven decades, the best golfers in the world have played in Memphis. Starting in 2028, that will no longer be the case.”Related content:
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Death to the Protect College Sports Act. Signed, Memphis.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How a case of mistaken identity led to months in jail
In May, a shooting at OUTMemphis left two victims in critical condition. A day later, police arrested a transgender woman.
2026 Elections Elections Elections, SpaceXAI and schools dominate local headlines
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Baber is back
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the grand reopening of Rodney Baber Park in Frayser and was taken by Brad Vest.