SCS students return to classrooms for first time in a year
Monday was the first day of in-person classes for Shelby County Schools.
FedEx ramps up vaccine delivery
With the approval of a new COVID-19 vaccine, FedEx is preparing to increase the number of doses it delivers on behalf of the federal government each week.
More than 10% of Shelby County has received at least one COVID vaccine dose
According to the latest Tennessee Department of Health data, just over 10% of the Shelby County population has received at least one coronavirus shot. That compares to more than 12% of the state population.
Justise Winslow: Grizzlies trade was best thing to happen to me
Even before donning the Memphis jersey, Winslow says he felt the “unwavering love” and patience from the team.
Herrington: Early Justise Winslow intrigue, shooting guard competition and an absence of ‘clutch’
And the De’Anthony Melton Appreciation Society would like to present its evidence.
National search gearing up to find Haushalter replacement
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris said the county will hire a national search firm to field the applications, which are due by the end of this month.
Who’s returning for 2021 Tigers football? Here’s a list
Defensive back Tyrez Lindsey and linebackers JJ Russell and Keith Brown Jr. are two more returning for a final year. The biggest name missing was Manuel Orona-Lopez.
How does the Johnson & Johnson vaccine work?
Four questions about how the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine works. Related story: First U.S. doses of J&J vaccine shipped
First US doses of J&J vaccine shipped
Nearly 4 million doses of the newest COVID-19 vaccine were shipped Sunday night, and will begin to be delivered to states for injections starting on Tuesday, March 2.
Tops Bar-B-Q sells part of its real estate
The owners of Tops Bar-B-Q have sold at least seven of their 15 restaurant buildings to a Phoenix firm that buys the real estate of businesses and leases it back to them.
Series of miscues led to Haushalter’s rapid fall from grace
Going forward, vaccinating the citizens of Shelby County against COVID-19 is under the authority of the City of Memphis after the state transferred custody of the vaccine and administration of the process away from county leaders. It took a dizzying array of missteps for this to occur, and Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright says: “The public deserves to know what happened.” Related story:
County vaccination timeline
What Blackburn and Hagerty said at CPAC before Trump spoke
Democratic U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen’s tweets on Trump’s appearance offered a contrast to the social media reaction from Blackburn and Hagerty. Republican U.S. Rep. David Kustoff didn’t comment on CPAC but did post on his vote against the Democratic COVID stimulus package that passed in the House.
Eight Memphis community centers begin phased reopening
The city reopened the centers in a phased reopening of the 24 community centers across Memphis.
Grizz Insider: Memphis makes history
Did you know the Grizzlies have the longest streak of games with 40 points in the paint since the NBA started tracking the statistic in 1996-97?
Shelby County Fire dispatchers receive training on mental health calls
Shelby County Fire Department dispatchers are receiving training in dealing with mental health calls and emergencies.
Metro
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”
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Public Safety Memphis orgs rally to support families affected by ICE raid
Public Safety Task Force agent’s bullet killed Memphis man in May, autopsy reveals
Metro Freedom Award honorees include Fred Gray, Nneka Ogwumike
Business
Downtown exterior refreshes and new apartment complex to go before board
The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will review three projects at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Premium Business Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight leader fired
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Sports
A couple of GameDay pickers really like the Memphis Tigers
Two members of the ESPN College GameDay crew are quite high on the Memphis Tigers, making them their top Group of Six pick for 2026.
High School Sports Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
High School Sports Nate Brick, special teams lead CBHS to victory
High School Sports Friday prep report: Briarcrest roars past Nashville Ensworth
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis football moving closer to capacity crowd for Saturday home opener
Food
Recipe Exchange: Rawgirls founders’ lentil soup
The original Rawgirls have a new cookbook of 10 soup recipes, several of which echo dishes they once served at their former food truck and cafe.
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Suburbs
Bailey: It’s possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?
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Arts & Culture
Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum leader to depart after 23 years
John Doyle was instrumental in the museum’s growth and helped launch the Memphis Music Hall of Fame in 2012.
Premium Visual Arts Calkins: It’s not just a new museum. It’s the story of a father, a son — and a silver bowl for M&Ms.
Opinion
Bailey: It’s possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘Ain’t gonna let nobody … turn my Grizzlies around’
Podcasts
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Meddlesome’s approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Inside Lucy Elementary
Today’s puzzle features a mural inside Lucy Elementary School. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.