Hardaway, Brown bring their relationship full circle at Memphis
At his introductory news conference, Hall of Fame coach Larry Brown explained why the Memphis job was so appealing.
Top vaccine official at state health department fired
Dr. Michelle Fiscus, the top vaccine official at the Tennessee Department of Health, confirmed in a statement Monday, July 12, that she has been fired.
Germantown approves turning country club into neighborhood
Germantown aldermen unanimously supported an outline plan for Glasgow, a residential plan for the former Germantown Country Club site.
Herrington: Big Grizz decisions start now, with Jaren Jackson Jr.
The brain trust has to take into consideration many numbers, including years, production and, of course, dollars.
Calkins: Larry Brown, the world’s best (and oldest!) assistant, is a story everyone should love
Larry Brown said his hearing aids gave him trouble at his first Memphis practice. But listen up, people. This is a basketball story to appreciate.
Collierville takes another big stride toward Town Square parking garage
Staff will complete a site assessment, preliminary plan, cost estimates and explore the possibility of tax increment financing (TIF) to pay for any debt that may be incurred by the town.
More repairs needed on I-40 bridge
The Tennessee Department of Transportation originally identified nine spots beyond the damage spotted in May that shut down all traffic on the Hernando DeSoto Bridge, but that has increased to 16.
MPD chief meets with Biden to talk violent crime
During the Monday meeting at the White House with Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis and other police chiefs, President Biden said federal, state and local coordination is essential to his violent crime strategy.
New aria for Opera Memphis: Company selling suburban headquarters
Opera Memphis is listing for $3.8 million its 18-year-old, suburban headquarters. Like Ballet Memphis before it, the company plans a move to the heart of Memphis.
City loses appeal of City Hall blacklist damages
The city’s list of those allowed in City Hall only with a police escort grew to 81 in a wave of protests in 2016 and 2017.
MLGW begins proposal process for possible TVA break
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division began the process Monday, July 12, of soliciting proposals for possibly cutting ties to the Tennessee Valley Authority, its electric power provider for the past 80 years.
Penny Hardaway provides update on roster, schedule and more
The Tigers are seeking a marquee home game, plus the point guard competition is wide open.
Team Thad primes for July gauntlet at Peach Jam
Local squad headed by Chandler Jackson and Amarr Knox is in South Carolina with a mission.
MAHS standout Cameron Miller commits to Vols
Versatile all-around athlete is the 14th-ranked player in the state.
Tigers catcher drafted by Colorado Rockies
Hunter Goodman tied for fourth in the nation with 21 home runs this season.
Financial problems mount for long-term care facilities
Nursing homes and other facilities’ problems include difficulty finding workers, skyrocketing liability insurance rates and a new clause that exempts insurers from covering claims caused by contagious diseases.
Peabody holding jobs fair, offering hiring bonus for first time
The Peabody seeks to fill more than 115 jobs. And in this tight labor market, the hotel is offering two hiring-bonus installments.
Lakeland Board of Commissioners approves Heathfield project
Lakeland’s Board of Commissioners approved unanimously a preliminary development plan for the 80-acre Heathfield on Scott’s Creek residential project between Old Brownsville and Seed Tick roads north of U.S. 70.
Metro
Four children shot in Hickory Hill
Four children were shot in a shooting late Sunday night in the Hickory Hill area of Memphis.
Shelby County After County Commission delay, mayor ‘not coming back’ with ethics appointments
Shelby County Commission narrowly avoids moving MSCS board elections (for now)
City of Memphis City Council talks MATA and Regional One Health rebuild
Business
Meet The Daily Memphian’s fall 2025 interns
Two interns are from Memphis while the other is from Nashville.
Premium Real Estate Is third time the charm for the 33 acres of ‘opportunity’ in Germantown?
Premium Business Downtown nightclub Rumba Room has a new salsa partner — and it’s a breakfast burrito spot
Transportation & Logistics Frontier Airlines to add nonstop route between Memphis and Atlanta
Sports
How to restore balance to college football? Hall of Fame coach Mack Brown has an idea.
“The biggest thing I’ve learned since I’ve gotten out is that right now, there’s about 10 or 12 (teams) that have a chance to win,” the 2005 national championship winner told the Memphis Touchdown Club. “And those are the ones that are putting big money into it. Everybody else? They’re trying to survive.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis hasn’t narrowed down a go-to receiver. For coach Ryan Silverfield, that’s not a problem.
Business Meet The Daily Memphian’s fall 2025 interns
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis, Arkansas set for morning kickoff
Food
Shelby Farms gets permanent food truck park
The new food truck park is expected to bring new energy to the northern edge of Shelby Farms Park.
Suburbs
Is third time the charm for the 33 acres of ‘opportunity’ in Germantown?
Time after time, proposals have stalled for the Arthur property land along Poplar Avenue. Now, a new plan is on the table, and “it’s an opportunity to give Germantown the town square it’s been looking for.”
Arts & Culture
New Memphis ‘Soul Crawl’ tour kicks off with soul food, music
There’s a new way to sample the food and music of Soulsville in Memphis.
Opinion
Opinion: The most common diagnosis in Memphis? A broken heart.
“We live in a city where too many carry wounds we can’t see. Trauma from childhood. Grief that never healed. Depression that whispers lies in the night. Anxiety that clenches like a fist.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Festivals, 4-milers and hummingbirds
In this episode of The AM/DM, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips discuss the week ahead, and the week ahead signals the beginning of fall festival season.