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Cincinnati defense locks down Memphis in 49-10 loss

The Tigers were completely outclassed in a humbling defeat to the No. 7 Bearcats. Related article: Help wanted: Is there any fix for the Memphis secondary?

By Steven Johnson October 31, 2020

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Calkins: Loss to Cincinnati reveals a stark truth about these Memphis Tigers

The Bearcats crushed Memphis, 49-10, which shouldn’t have been all that surprising. For reasons largely beyond their control, these Tigers just aren’t that good.

By Geoff Calkins November 01, 2020

High School Sports

Houston, Briarcrest, St. George’s fall in state soccer semifinals

First time since 2014 that Shelby County won’t have at least one state champion.

By John Varlas October 31, 2020

Sports

Help wanted: Is there any fix for the Memphis secondary?

The Tigers’ secondary has made average QBs look excellent. What is the solution? Related article: Cincinnati defense locks down Memphis in 49-10 loss

By Steven Johnson October 31, 2020

You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.

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.

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Cincy fans gloat on Twitter after punishing Memphis

The Bearcats want a shot at the College Football Playoff. One tweeter beseeches: “please players do not go out and party!!”

By The Daily Memphian Staff October 31, 2020

Coronavirus

Shelby County COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations trending upward

From Oct. 17 to Saturday, Oct. 31, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 268 new cases and 3,715 tests a day with a 7.2% positivity rate.

By Omer Yusuf October 31, 2020

State Government

State of Tennessee’s bet on mobile sports gaming about to go live

After staying out of the casino business, Tennessee approved mobile sports wagering and the betting is scheduled to go live Sunday, Nov. 1.

By Don Wade October 30, 2020

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Friday preps: Bartlett edges Collierville in OT for region title

Senior Robert Giaimo runs for 247 yards and three scores for Panthers.

By John Varlas October 31, 2020

Coronavirus

Shelby County reports 284 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths

Overall, the Shelby County Health Department has reported 37,764 coronavirus cases and 573 deaths, classifying 34,273 cases as inactive/recovered. Active cases in Shelby County stand at 2,918, an increase from the 2,887 reported Friday.

By Omer Yusuf October 31, 2020

Real Estate

Large, mixed-use ‘Central Yards’ proposed for Midtown gateway

The development would comprise 5.6 acres near the southwest corner of Cooper and Central, provide extra parking for an area that is often short on spaces, and be intentional about fitting in with the old neighborhood, the developers say.

By Tom Bailey October 30, 2020

Health Care

Doctors to pay $342,000 for overcharging Medicare

Memphis doctors who violated False Claims Act in filing higher charges agree to pay for overbilling Medicare.

By The Daily Memphian Staff October 30, 2020

Metro

Inside the election process: how and where absentee, early voting ballots are counted

Election officials put trust in people’s respect for meticulous process.

By David Waters October 31, 2020

Podcast Elections

Shelby County early and absentee voters mostly women, Memphians, over 50

A new voting app breaks down who the early voters were. The broader turnout numbers show more than half of the county’s registered voters have already cast their ballots.

By Bill Dries November 02, 2020

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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.

By Geoff Calkins 9 minutes ago

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