Tigers’ Sept. 18 game against Houston postponed after COVID-19 outbreak
The AAC said a makeup date will be determined later.
Memphis surgeon killed in plane crash near Jackson, Tenn.
Dr. Bryan Jackson was attempting to make an emergency landing at McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport when the accident happened.
Calkins: Shocking news! Memphis and Lausanne show it’s hard to play football during a pandemic!
Two local football programs were put on hold Friday because of COVID-19. But don’t blame the players. Blame us.
Shelby County’s COVID-19 positivity rate near 10% for past month
From Aug. 29 to Saturday, Sept. 12, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 116 new cases and 1,173 test results a day with a 9.9% positivity rate.
Memphis wide receiver Coye’ Fairman opts out of 2020 season
Redshirt junior Coye’ Fairman said Tiger football’s recent spate of positive coronavirus tests led to his decision to opt out of the 2020 season.
Friday preps: Stegall scores five as Houston ends ECS’ win streak
Houston’s ground game, combined with solid quarterback play, too much for ECS.
Shelby County reports five more COVID-19 deaths, 136 new cases
The health department has reported a total of 28,890 coronavirus cases from 269,693 tests performed in Shelby County, yielding a 10.7% positivity rate.
‘We have a voice': Memphis athletes lead unity walk for social justice
“We don’t plan on keeping quiet anytime soon,” women’s basketball player Lanyce Williams, one of the march organizers, said.
Memphis lineman speaks at unity march hours after team’s COVID-19 statement
Obinna Eze said coaches knew he was at Friday’s on-campus rally.
Central Gardens invites visitors on a Detour
The Midtown neighborhood, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, will offer visitors an interactive digital map of 100 homes that have been included on CGA tours from the past 20 years.
Lakeland BOC delays Lakeland Commons vote, amends budget
The Lakeland Board of Commissioners has delayed consideration of an amendment on the Lakeland Commons, but the developer wants the city to take action soon.
Less invasive surgery smooths bumps for bunion sufferers
Nearly one-fourth of all adults will develop bunions. The new procedure requires four tiny incisions on the side of foot, which reduces the swelling and pain experienced with the older procedure.
Metro
The Early Word: Elite golf is out, and a morning news snooze goes viral
Jail’s medical provider is leaving, work is starting on the old Houston’s site and we get a first look at the new Regional One.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Trying to solve a 575-acre mystery
Health Care Jail’s healthcare provider opts out of renewing contract
Premium Millington Exclusive: Inside Lucy Elementary’s transformation as Millington prepares for next year
2026 elections Elections Analysis: What to watch for in Thursday’s election results
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
High school football 2026: Houston looks to return to its winning ways
Untested youngsters were thrown into the deep in last season. The resulting record was an “anomaly,” as the Mustangs are eager to prove.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
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
Food
Recipe Exchange: Melissa Cookston’s provoleta with chimichurri, roasted cherry tomatoes
While known for her award-winning barbecue, Melissa Cookston likes to grill more than just pork.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Thursday nights at Tamboli’s are for formaggio
Suburbs
Exclusive: Inside Lucy Elementary’s transformation as Millington prepares for next year
Since Memphis-Shelby County School has closed Lucy Elementary a year ahead of schedule, Millington has started the process of transforming the oldest active elementary school in Shelby County.
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Arts & Culture
Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Pat Mitchell Worley, the president and CEO of the Soulsville Foundation, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”
Music These Memphis musicians will play 2026 Cooper-Young Fest
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:
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Podcasts
Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Pat Mitchell Worley, the president and CEO of the Soulsville Foundation, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”
Metro The AM/DM podcast: How a case of mistaken identity led to months in jail
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Election Day
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of campaign fliers collected by reporter Bill Dries and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.