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
Local mission-driven apparel company returns to its roots
For the founder and CEO of the company, the relaunch represents a homecoming to the purpose that first set it apart in a crowded apparel industry.
Premium Metro Runners race round-the-clock in the Moccasin 24-Hour Run
Spirit of Memphis Memphis Zoo welcomes critically endangered baby orangutan
Elections More than 70 would-be candidates get petitions for 2026 elections
Public Safety Native Memphian appointed No. 2 of U.S. Marshals Service
Business
Movers & Shakers
Memphis Library Foundation and the University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. announce additions.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Local mission-driven apparel company returns to its roots
Premium Business Collierville gift shop keeps it in the family
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: Why does Memphis require liquor stores to be 1,500 feet away from a church or school?
Premium Business From worry to relief: Stanton neighbors welcome Ford’s gas truck pivot — and the promise it brings
Sports
Memphis’ jumbled rotation, expectations before American play
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin answer some of the most pressing questions as the Tigers prepare to open conference play against North Texas.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football What will new Memphis football coach prioritize in the transfer portal?
Premium Metro Runners race round-the-clock in the Moccasin 24-Hour Run
Premium Memphis Tigers Football When it comes to coaching, Charles Huff learned what he needed to know in college — and from his father
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason football awards: Southwind duo claims offensive, defensive honors
Food
What to order: Surf and turf at Porch & Parlor
While Porch & Parlor is a known destination for celebrations and formal gatherings, it’s also equally appropriate for an impromptu dinner on a Monday night.
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: Why does Memphis require liquor stores to be 1,500 feet away from a church or school?
Suburbs
Collierville gift shop keeps it in the family
Watty Brooks Hall opened her shop on the square more than 26 years ago, offering a unique collection of gifts and decor for multiple generations of customers.
Premium Bartlett From The Heights to the ’burbs: Community builder Jared Myers to shape Bartlett’s next chapter
Arts & Culture
Memphis singer-songwriter Don Bryant dies at 83
Bryant’s music spanned soul and gospel, singing and songwriting, and the Grammy Award-nominated musician co-wrote the Ann Peebles hit song “I Can’t Stand the Rain.”
Premium Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Song Sung Blue,’ ‘Marty Supreme’
Opinion
Echols: ‘Much like a middle child, Gen X can feel overlooked or unseen’
“We are referred to as ‘The Forgotten Generation.’ Which could sound depressing, unless you have learned to live out of the clever quiet of a middle-child identity.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
Podcasts
How clear is the line between immigration stops and MPD policy?
Activists responding to immigration police calls on behalf of those detained said on “Behind The Headlines” the lines look blurred at times as a police stop is followed by a federal presence.
Podcasts The AM/DM podcast: What to do on the last weekend of the year
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 28
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?