Memphis Zoo parking lot expansion into greensward back on
The city is moving ahead with plans to expand the Memphis Zoo parking lot and take part of the Overton Park greensward in the process, the zoo and the city announced Friday, Oct. 1.
Exclusive: Liberty Bowl to become Simmons Bank Memorial Stadium with naming rights deal
The naming rights deal with Simmons Bank will help make dramatic improvements to the stadium, Mayor Jim Strickland said.
Calkins: Call the Liberty Bowl whatever you like. Just don’t call it good enough
The Liberty Bowl has a new name, which is fine. But the old stadium needs a whole lot more than that.
Briarcrest hangs on to defeat MUS and remain unbeaten
Saints overcame some rough patches by making plays when they counted the most.
Friday prep report: Collierville blanks Germantown for seventh straight victory
Dragons post third shutout of the year to improve to 7-0. Also, see how the Power 15 fared and check out all the scores and summaries of Memphis-area games.
Katrina Merriweather building new energy in Memphis women’s basketball
The first-year coach is emphasizing building positivity among a mix of Tigers veterans and players from her former school, Wright State.
Corky’s BBQ changes hands
Corky’s BBQ chief executive Jimmy Stovall also leads BBQVC Food Group, which just bought the Memphis restaurant chain.
Fight between two boys led to Cummings K-8 shooting
The shooting at Cummings K-8 Optional School Thursday morning came after the two 13-year-old boys met up to fight, according to a police report. The accused is being detained until his next court date Oct. 12.
Watch: Sheriff Bonner downplays discord over juvenile detention, welcomes federal oversight
On “Behind The Headlines,” Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner talked about battling the COVID pandemic at the county jail and a call to resume federal oversight of Juvenile Court, including the detention center he runs.
SCS reports 165 new COVID-19 cases among students, 30 among staff
Shelby County Schools reported 165 new COVID-19 cases among students and 30 among staff at the district-managed public and charter schools for the week of Sept. 24-30.
Key stats, numbers to know for the Tigers’ first conference game
Temple has the No. 1 pass defense in the country, but has been vulnerable on fourth downs.
SCS chief of schools selected to lead KIPP Memphis
Antonio Burt, the chief of schools for Superintendent Joris Ray’s SCS administration, is leaving his post to become chief executive officer of KIPP Memphis, a local charter network that operates five schools in North Memphis.
Townsend moves full-time to Greater Memphis Chamber
Townsend, who has split his time between the Greater Memphis Chamber and the University of Memphis over the past year, is now working exclusively for the Chamber.
TSSAA state golf tournament preview: Three 2020 runners-up getting another shot
Change in format brings all tournaments together for one big week at Sevierville Golf Club.
Jury finds Katrina Robinson guilty on four counts of wire fraud
State Sen. Katrina Robinson was found guilty Thursday, Sept. 30, on four of five counts of wire fraud.
About Town: Merger takes aim at ‘one of the more important issues’ in Memphis
Could a merger between The Works and NPI help solve Memphis’ lack of quality affordable housing in the long term?
The Carrolls: Meet Briarcrest’s first family of football (and futbol)
Three sports-minded siblings help make Saints football and soccer teams among the area’s best.
Gov. Lee will renew mask opt-out executive order
The opt-out policy has been blocked in three metro counties, including Shelby County.
Ware remembered for ability to put together council votes
Barbara Swearengen Ware died Thursday, Sept. 30, 11 years after she resigned from the Memphis City Council after a plea deal on an official misconduct charge. She served 17 years on the council representing the North Memphis area that included the Douglass community.
13-year-old shot at Cummings K-8 expected to make a full recovery
A 13-year-old student at Cummings K-8 is expected to make a full recovery after being shot at school. Another 13-year-old is under investigation, and will face a charge of criminal attempt first degree murder.
Metro
Voting-rights bill passes Tennessee Senate committee
SB0336, sponsored by state Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, would remove the requirements for persons convicted of certain felonies to have fully paid all court costs associated with their crime to be eligible to vote.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Richmond plans to revamp MSCS, and a Guru goes to jail
Metro Tennessee Valley Authority appoints a new CEO
Premium Education How MSCS’ interim leader wants to change the district
Business
FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
The company is closing a site in Lebanon, Tennessee, as it is ceasing service to a key customer.
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
Premium Bartlett Building relationships key at annual Bartlett business expo
Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can’t hide from magnitude of Warriors game
The Memphis Grizzlies have a standings board that hangs outside the exit of the locker room. It’s a reminder of how important Tuesday’s game has become.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers to cut capacity at FedExForum — and add sales tax
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Food
Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
The owner of a popular Memphis wing restaurant chain has been indicted for theft and tax fraud, local court records show.
Suburbs
Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
Arts & Culture
‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: April 1
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.