Memphis remains ranked in AP Top 25
Tigers also hold spot in Amway Coaches Poll
The Tigers remained ranked in national polls ahead of showdown with SMU.
Health Department reports 3,576 tests, less than 5.2% positive
Shelby County Health Department reported 183 new cases Sunday bringing the county-wide total to 31,227 since early March.
Politics and pandemic hurt colleges’ ability to attract international students
On Memphis campuses, dozens of international students have deferred their arrival because they could not get visas, a factor of the pandemic and immigration politics.
A new world: Amid pandemic and a stressful 2020, nothing seems quite the same
Research shows Americans’ depression levels have risen during the pandemic while the CDC reports that suicide among young people increased 57% from 2007 to 2018 -- suggesting there is now enhanced risk.
Jennings scores twice to lead 901 FC past Charlotte
Cal Jennings, the 23-year-old rookie from Central Florida continues his impressive late-season play as Memphis picks up its third victory of the season over host Charlotte.
Learning-loss announcement bothers Republican lawmakers
Republican lawmakers such as state Rep. Kevin Vaughan are irritated by a state report about “learning loss” among K-12 students statewide, with schools on inconsistent footing and different health department directives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sports Notebook: Pac-12 calls a reverse, drones invade ballparks, MJ goes NASCAR
While the Memphis football team remains on the sideline another week because of positive COVID-19 tests, the Pac-12 says it will start play in November.
New COVID-19 cases, transmission rate up slightly in Shelby County
From Sept. 12 to Saturday, Shelby County recorded an average of 154 new coronavirus cases a day. In the preceding two weeks, the county averaged 116 new cases a day.
Arlington’s Fire Station No. 2 won’t open until early next year
Arlington’s second fire station, meant to open in November or December 2020, won’t be finished until early 2021. For now, the main fire station is overflowing with personnel.
An ode to my mentor, lawyer Leo Bearman
“Leo was a man that accomplished more than most lawyers, yet he was always humble, always willing to help others in need. That he was gracious enough to take time from his busy days to help guide this lawyer on his path when he was young and lost will never be forgotten.”
Metro
The Early Word: Big wins for the Grizz and two Memphis restaurants
The County Commission is running out of money for the MSCS suit, airport parking is getting easier and you can say goodbye to what’s left of Oak Court Mall.
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City of Memphis City Council votes down indefinite data center pause
City of Memphis City Council asks ICE, National Guard to leave Memphis
Business
Art museum, a hospital and the Queen: Developers to talk about projects shaping Memphis
Major projects shaping the city’s future — ranging from the art museum on Front Street to a mixed-use development in East Memphis’ Poplar corridor — will be previewed at the Developing Memphis seminar.
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Sports
How far is too far for a Ty Jerome 3? Farther than you think.
In the Grizzlies ' season-opening win, Jerome maneuvered around a screen and launched a 3-point attempt from the end of the bear logo at center court.
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Food
$15 Deal: Bryant’s Summer Avenue Sampler
If you can’t decide what to order at Bryant’s Breakfast, the Summer Avenue Sampler is a giant breakfast that includes many of Bryant’s most popular items.
Update Food News Memphis restaurants earn Michelin nods for second year in a row
Suburbs
Memphis tax abatement could pull industrial user from DeSoto County
ITT Goulds Pumps would leave Southaven after 20 years for a Memphis building under an incentive approved Wednesday, Oct. 21.
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Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: 2 Tony Award-winning shows open
One is a musical based on the real jam session at Sun Records, while another play, pre-dating the COVID pandemic, explores vaccination debates at a school.
Chris Herrington Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar-winning Brit actresses, ‘Everything’ expands
Opinion
Calkins: The Grizzlies aim to win back the city. They got off to a sensational start.
The Grizzlies took the wraps off not just a new season but a new era Wednesday night with a resounding 123-103 win.
Guest Columnists Opinion: FedEx Cares and American Red Cross to raise smoke alarm awareness
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meet the new Muddy’s Bake Shop owners
Belltower Coffee’s locations on Highland Street and at Shelby Farms Park added a third member to the family earlier this year: Muddy’s on Broad Avenue.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: The season is here
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Like father, like daughter
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Katie Barrett that was taken by Mark Weber.