Legs of Cincy’s Desmond Ridder present unique challenge for Memphis
The Tigers’ defense remembers from last season’s AAC title game just how dynamic the quarterback can be.
CA hospital, EMS surge facility prepared
People behind the COVID pressure-valve facilities in Shelby County are ready to go to work if the surge overwhelms hospital capacity.
Weirich fires longtime Shelby County assistant prosecutor Glenda Adams
Amy Weirich fires longtime assistant prosecutor Glenda Adams amid misconduct investigation.
Shelby County coronavirus case total grows by only 200 today
In Shelby County, 315,615 people have been tested for coronavirus; 12% have received a positive result.
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For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
How Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers are approaching Election Day
In total, 76 members of the Memphis football team are registered to vote, and many already have filed ballots.
School board to consider extending superintendent’s contract
The board voted unanimously Tuesday to give the public notice that it would discuss and vote on amending the annual $285,000 contract sometime in November.
Lake District adds two more eateries
Both of the new spots will open next spring or summer.
‘I might be small, but I am mighty': St. Benedict golfer’s drive comes from within
Claire Hollingsworth undaunted as she turns a disadvantage into her motivation.
Bartlett Post Office to accept absentee mail-in ballots
The U.S. Postal Service box in Bartlett will accept mail-in absentee ballots on election day up to 3 p.m. with a guarantee they will be in election commission hands by the time the polls close at 7 p.m. — the deadline to vote absentee.
Memphis sets up focus groups to ‘reimagine policing’
The “reimagine policing” group is to make recommendations by the start of the new year.
Tigers men’s basketball No. 2 in AAC preseason coaches poll
D.J. Jeffries and Landers Nolley II were named to the all-conference second team.
Is an earlier restart good for the Grizzlies?
Memphis won’t have to worry about roster turnover, but there are other elements at play.
Movie featuring ‘Sopranos’ star to film in Memphis
Lorraine Bracco, known for her role as Tony Soprano’s psychiatrist, will play one of the lead roles.
Tigers Football Insider: Why Brady White’s experience is key against Bearcats
“We’ve faced some very good opponents, but they’re arguably the best defensive line in the conference,” said Tigers coach Ryan Silverfield.
TSSAA high school football stat leaders: Lausanne’s Cunningham moves into top five in rushing yards, TDs
Lynx junior averaging 113.3 rushing yards per game and has scored 11 times.
$62M parking, walking proposal passes first test
The package of projects that includes a $42 million “Mobility Center” is designed to balance the needs of those hunting for a parking spot with those walking around Downtown and the riverfront.
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Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
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Calkins: Why Ed Scott is so fired up about Memphis athletics — and why he’s done talking about Penny Hardaway until the end of the year.
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott on why he is so optimistic about the basketball program, the job rumors already swirling around Charles Huff, chances Memphis will get into a power conference — and the reason Scott has already turned down another job to stick around.
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This week should start with a good meal.
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After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
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Arts & Culture
The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
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Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies to Eastern Conference? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
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Calkins: Why Ed Scott is so fired up about Memphis athletics — and why he’s done talking about Penny Hardaway until the end of the year.
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott on why he is so optimistic about the basketball program, the job rumors already swirling around Charles Huff, chances Memphis will get into a power conference — and the reason Scott has already turned down another job to stick around.
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Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.