Calkins: With daring and defense, Memphis football shows it’s not going anywhere
Saturday’s upset win over No. 23 SMU may not have been the biggest win of Ryan Silverfield’s tenure at Memphis. But never has the coach needed a win more.
Charlotte ends 901 FC’s most successful season
It was the first USL playoff game in the club’s three-year history and came after a record-breaking season. Kyle Murphy finished the year with 21 goals.
Defense comes up big in Tigers’ upset over No. 23 SMU
Despite some hiccups in other parts of the game, Memphis thwarted the Mustangs’ offense and won with some aggressive play-calling.
Silverfield lays out assertive plan, players respond: We’ve got your back
There was no bowing to the pressure, with the Tigers ready to execute what was needed to avoid going under .500.
What they said on Twitter about Tigers vs. SMU
Here’s a collection of what people tweeted as the SMU-Memphis game progressed at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium on Nov. 6, 2021.
Box score: Memphis 28, SMU 25
Nov. 6, 2021: The University of Memphis Tigers defeated Southern Methodist University at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis.
Kids hone cooking skills and more at barbecue contest
‘If nothing else, you learn patience with barbecue because it takes a long time to cook,’ said Melissa Cookston, organizer of the World Junior Barbecue League Championship.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
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Robots give USPS a hand for holiday rush
The U.S. Postal Service in Memphis is preparing for the holiday shipping rush by installing two new sorting machines and 10 robots as well as hiring 300 seasonal employees.
One Beale lawsuit over minority participation points to larger problems
The Black-owned multi-family developer who partnered with Carlisle Development on part of the One Beale project and the nearby 7 Vance mixed-use development is taking Carlisle to court as the issue of minority participation in general moves back to the front burner.
Hardgrave is recommendation for U of M president
Bill C. Hardgrave, a provost at Auburn University, is the recommendation to be the next University of Memphis president.
Collierville’s Schwartz ruled eligible to play basketball following devastating injury
Rico Schwartz, who lost all of his senior season, will be able to play after the family filed suit against the TSSAA.
After three years of difficult starts, Penny, Tigers eager to end that trend
With his most complete team yet, the Tigers coach believes the beginning to this season could be a lot different.
Activists say they’ll fight for the greensward
A plan to expand the Memphis Zoo parking lot onto the greensward is on hold, but Citizens to Preserve Overton Park activists gathered Saturday in Overton Park to show their willingness to fight.
Some on Board of Commission dislike proposed Lakeland Park layout
The Lakeland Park mixed-use project by John Hyneman failed to get a ringing endorsement from the Board of Commissioners. More work is needed before the board votes on the matter.
DMC receives international awards for two city planning programs
The BuildDowntown Master Plan and the South City Good Neighbor Grant program both won awards from an international institution for their city planning efforts.
Metro
The women behind the return of Leon Place: ‘We break ground on a belief in Memphis’
Two women are teaming up on an affordable-housing development in North Memphis, another move in the momentum to bring more new homes to the city.
Behind The Headlines New county mayor focused on money
Education Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx unveil new Dream Court at Northeast Prep Academy
Breaking News Public Safety Lindsey Whiteside pleads guilty in federal case
Premium Shelby County At street renaming, Lee Harris said he doesn’t know how much Regional One has cost
Business
The women behind the return of Leon Place: ‘We break ground on a belief in Memphis’
Two women are teaming up on an affordable-housing development in North Memphis, another move in the momentum to bring more new homes to the city.
Premium Real Estate ‘Colossus is the biggest thing that happened to Memphis since FedEx — and it may only get bigger’
Business Two years after opening, Starbucks on Covington to close
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Premium Real Estate New stores and development signify a growing Millington
Sports
Whitehaven defeats Munford to win fifth straight
Whitehaven was led by an inspired performance from junior quarterback Jour’din Shelton, who had four total touchdowns on the night.
High School Sports Briarcrest downs Southwind in battle of unbeatens
High School Sports Friday prep report: Houston rolls on Homecoming
Education Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx unveil new Dream Court at Northeast Prep Academy
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Most intriguing preseason figures
Food
Recipe Exchange: The Farmer’s mushroom sloppy Joe
The Farmer’s sloppy Joe helped bring national attention to the Memphis restaurant.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: ‘Donut’ overlook this Midtown bakery
Suburbs
Lindsey Whiteside pleads guilty in federal case
DeSoto County’s Lindsey Whiteside saga is almost officially over.
Premium Collierville Collierville owes Molly Mehner $184,769 as part of agreement
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Primetime,’ Dolly Parton’s ‘Nine to Five’
Also screening this week, “Psycho” and “Breathless” provide a film education that budding Memphis cinephiles should really take advantage of.
Premium Music Arts Beat: 10 must-see October concerts
Opinion
Sanford: Political fighting in Memphis and across America is hurting local Democrats
“With Republicans refusing to address high gas prices, heavy-handed immigration policies and blatant corruption by President Trump, Democrats have been handed all the ammunition they need to put their GOP opponents on the defensive. But instead, some are fighting each other.”
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Podcasts
How Hotel Pontotoc went from bordello to boutique hotel
Joey Lewis is on “The Sidebar” to talk about his love for the hotel and everything it has become.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: ‘Donut’ overlook this Midtown bakery
Games
Daily WordRow: Sept. 26
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.