Dr. Williams touched hundreds with zeal for life, health
Friends and colleagues talk about the irrepressible good sport and hard worker who had just begun his life of service.
Ex-Briarcrest star returns as Memphis hosts NIBC championship game
Former Briarcrest standout Kennedy Chandler is among the many highly-regarded prospects in the game between Sunrise Christian and Montverde Academy.
Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane won’t be available against Lakers
The rookie is out for personal reasons, according to the team.
Have an ice day — images from Memphis’ winter weather
Memphians woke up this morning to freezing rain and icy conditions.
Tributes pour in for Ken Taylor, political strategist and activist
Ken Taylor, a well-known politico and education advocate, died Monday at age 36.
City proposes inclusion of 100 North Main Building in Downtown parking plan
The resolution from Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland going to City Council next week would include the city’s tallest building in the use of a PILOT extension fund and also include a parking garage in the “Snuff District.”
Memphis basketball’s road game at Houston postponed
Positive COVID-19 tests forced the Tigers to cancel two games this week against Cincinnati and Houston.
Health Department postpones Friday vaccinations
Second day of vaccine appointments canceled.
‘Snow day’ brings ice, keeps public works crews busy
The coating of ice arrived just before dawn Thursday, after a night of rain and followed by a light snow by afternoon. It is expected to hang around into the weekend.
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Doctors suspect COVID delayed immune response in young surgeon’s death
Dr. J. Barton Williams did not know he had COVID; antibody was present in his blood, doctors say.
Five local players named Mr. Basketball and Miss Basketball finalists
Standouts from ECS, Tipton-Rosemark, CBHS, Houston and Hutchison are among those in the running for state’s top basketball honor.
‘It’s time!’ says Kelsey as bill advances to get SCS students back in class
After a tense exchange between two Memphis-area lawmakers, the Senate Education Committee voted 8-1 for a measure that would ensure Gov. Bill Lee could legally force Shelby County Schools to offer in-person learning.
Millington Schools remains closed due to inclement weather
Millington Schools will remain closed, while other suburban districts plan to reopen Friday.
Herrington: New starters boost offense while a Ja Morant rivalry game looms
De’Anthony Melton’s absence is noticed, and Kyle Anderson is shooting with gusto.
Southwind firms, property owners win battle against proposed strip center
The Land Use Control Board also approved a transitional group home in Binghampton for veterans, an attached-townhouse development on Brookhaven Circle, and plans for a used-car lot in Raleigh. The board rejected plans a 35-lot subdivision of container homes in New Chicago.
Opinion: Call in the National Guard — or FedEx: Memphis’ vaccination efforts need a leader
The beleaguered Shelby County Health Department simply cannot effectively manage the monumental effort needed to distribute vaccines. We need someone to take charge and lead. Someone who will get things done, without excuses.
Coronavirus: Third day of fewer than 200 new cases
Those 190 cases come from 4,253 tests, giving the day a positivity rate of 4.5%.
Grizzlies Insider: Historic shooting night is ‘validation’ for Grizzlies
The team is firmly in the mix as a playoff contender and they have their depth to thank, as well as veteran Kyle Anderson, playing the best basketball of his career.
Prep notebook: After committing to Michigan, Germantown’s Jones turns recruiter
Red Devils defensive back Kody Jones is the sixth-ranked prospect in Tennessee in the class of 2022. Also, Vic Shivers has been named the new head coach at Arlington.
Clayborn Temple stained glass could capture historic events
The Center City Development Corp. will consider a $50,000 grant to help create new stained-glass windows for Historic Clayborn Temple.
Metro
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
Metro Application open for General Sessions judicial vacancy
City of Memphis SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plant
Premium Spirit of Memphis Governor, local elected officials attend Veterans Village grand opening in Memphis
Public Safety State rules, if followed, should have prevented child’s death in hot bus
Business
Memphis City Council to consider data center moratorium
Memphis, a city known nationwide for SpaceXAI, may take legislative steps to pause data center development. All of Elon Musk’s existing local data centers are in industrial districts and are unlikely to be affected by an ordinance. SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plantRelated content:
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Sports
Redbirds Recap: Memphis offense held quiet in Saturday night loss at Durham
Redbirds strike first in first, unable to add on in defeat to Bulls.
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Food
Recipe Exchange: Hog & Hominy’s peanut butter and banana pie
The pie marries a creamy peanut butter pie filling and a classic banana pudding into one over-the-top layered dessert.
Food News Westy’s to close this weekend, but annual holiday dinners should continue
Suburbs
Collierville reschedules meeting to decide fire chief’s fate
The decision came only hours before the board was scheduled to discuss the fate of John Selberg, who was placed on administrative leave with pay earlier this week.
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Arts & Culture
Photo gallery: Love for Elvis burns on at 49th annual vigil
Fans across generations gathered at Graceland Saturday night, Aug. 15, for the annual Candlelight Vigil commemorating the death of Elvis Presley.
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Opinion
Opinion: Beware of impersonation scams
“No government agency will threaten to arrest you or take legal action against you if you don’t send them money immediately.”
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Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Sudoku: Aug. 15
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?