Calkins: If Memphis doesn’t stop losing, it’ll fumble away the future
For the second straight week, the Tigers fumbled away a big lead and a win. But that’s not the bad news. The bad news is what losing could mean for the athletic program.
MPD officer killed while working crash
Three MPD officers have died in vehicle crashes this year.
Memphis blows another lead for its second straight loss
In a turn of events resembling last week’s game, the Tigers let slip a 17-0 lead as the Temple Owls took command. Related Story:
Advocacy group discusses strategies to combat zoo parking plan
The day after an announcement from the Memphis Zoo, that it would continue with its parking lot expansion plan, Citizens to Preserve Overton Park has already begun discussing strategies to combat the decision.
Kissiedou scores twice as Memphis 901 FC wins in Tulsa
Victory helps team keep pace in its push for the playoffs.
Grizzlies players excited to have fans back, beginning with Sunday’s open practice
Grizzlies big man Steven Adams is ready for a formal introduction to the Memphis fans at Sunday’s free open practice.
Inaugural St. Jude IRONMAN triathlon takes off in Memphis
Despite rainy weather all day, more than 1,700 athletes started the race. Spectators watched and cheered their loved ones on as they swam, bicycled and ran the 70.3-mile course.
Tweets: What they’re saying at Memphis at Temple
Here is a collection of tweets from the Memphis Tigers’ loss to the Temple Owls in Philadelphia.
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.
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.
Metro
Whitehaven native pays homage to community with YMCA sculpture
“You go to other areas (of Memphis) and they have memorable sculptures and landmarks,” the artist Lorenzo Scruggs said. “Whitehaven? We build our own landmark.”
Premium Education MSCS board approves $12.3M in property sales, finalizes new buildings team
City of Memphis City tests air quality near xAI in Boxtown and Whitehaven
Premium Education Collierville superintendent earns new contract after strong evaluation
Business
FedEx makes plans to adapt after death of founder Fred Smith
A moment of reflection opened the FedEx annual fiscal year earnings call on Tuesday, June 24.
Transportation & Logistics Fred Smith upped world’s expectations, all from Memphis
Spirit of Memphis Memphis airport could soon bear FedEx founder’s name
Premium State Government State laws could send Memphis hemp industry up in smoke
Sports
Tigers Olympic sports coaches say they’re ready to compete in new world
What sort of resources are Memphis’ men’s and women’s tennis and baseball programs provided due to the recent approval of the House v. NCAA settlement? Memphis still waiting to hear NCAA’s decision on Tigers big manRelated content:
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis still waiting to hear NCAA’s decision on Tigers big man
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies Podcast: End of season, arrival of NBA Draft
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies center helps unveil revamped Streets Ministries rec room
Food
What to Order: Massive sushi rolls at Sakura
Ellen Chamberlain says she loves discovering a hidden gem, and Sakura’s newest location in Lakeland certainly qualifies.
Suburbs
Collierville superintendent earns new contract after strong evaluation
The board also adopted its strategic plan, which will guide the district’s direction for the next five years.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Brad Pitt races in ‘F1,’ ‘Clueless’ turns 30
“Brad Pitt and race cars? I guess Father’s Day comes twice this year.”
Opinion
Herrington: Memphis Grizzlies’ NBA Draft intrigue starts at No. 16
Chris Herrington outlines four different things the Memphis Grizzlies could do with their first-round pick in this week’s 2025 NBA Draft.
Podcasts
Grizzlies Podcast: End of season, arrival of NBA Draft
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington wrap up the NBA season, talk about this week’s big NBA trade and open the door to this week’s NBA Draft.
Games
Crossword: Something to cheer about
Renovations to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium provide fodder for this week’s crossword puzzle.