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
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.
Public Safety New federal charges target Ghost Mob again
State Government Millington native’s return to US attorney seat clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Germantown Hundreds gather in Germantown park to honor Charlie Kirk
Business
Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
The Daily Memphian will host a seminar Thursday, Sept. 18, at Memphis Botanic Garden where four small business owners will discuss the road to small business ownership.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Caribbean restaurant launches vegan spin-off
Health Care St. Jude announces a second Advanced Research Center
Premium Business With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
Sports
One-yard touchdown run in OT gives Georgia win at Tennessee
The Bulldogs (3-0, 1-0 SEC) came from behind three times to beat the Volunteers (2-1, 1-0) for the ninth straight time
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: Memphis football handles business. Now comes the chance to make noise.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense stifles Troy in decisive victory
Food
Table Talk: Flying Saucer makes it right
There are two things never to joke about on the restaurant scene: stellar service and tater tots.
Suburbs
New game plan: Germantown will not pursue outdoor sports complex
Both proposals submitted to Germantown were different than the suburb’s vision for an outdoor sports complex.
Arts & Culture
Cooper-Young Fest, Pride Fest (again) and the co-creator of the Ninja Turtles
This week, Southaven launches its hummingbird fest, the Halloran Centre celebrates 10 years and Beale Street throws a 100th birthday party for B.B. King.
Opinion
Conaway: Drained at Sassy Bass, beached at Tommy Bahama: The Great Walmart Heist
“I swear if we were still having children, or my kids were to have another grandchild, I’d lobby for the name iBank, boy or girl. That’s probably going to be the name of my next dog.”
Podcasts
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.