Grizzlies turn down Justise Winslow’s $13 million team option
Justise Winslow played just 26 games for the Grizzlies and is now an unrestricted free agent.
901 FC defeats Sporting KC, runs unbeaten streak to five
Goals by Kyle Murphy and Michael Salazar help Memphis improve to 5-4-4.
Labor shortage pure bliss for SRVS, people with disabilities looking for a chance
“We have an untapped resource of labor that they can get, and they probably are not aware of that,” says Troy Allen, director of employment for Shelby Resident and Vocational Services.
Herrington: With draft over, Grizzlies still have some roster work to do
On Monday, free-agency negotiation period begins. The Grizzlies have other things to consider, such as sign-and-trades and other maneuvers.
As the Economy Turns: Inflation is either ‘transitory’ or a dire warning
June’s inflation rate jumped up 5.4% from the same time in 2020 and that has economists examining the causes and predicting what may lie ahead. Meantime, consumers with discretionary wealth continue to buy ‘optional’ items, but those with tighter budgets feel the pinch at the grocery store.
Here’s how schools in Shelby County are reopening
As the start of the school year approaches, Shelby County Schools and surrounding suburban districts are releasing guidelines on how they’ll reopen safely, amid rising COVID-19 cases and uncertainty around the Delta variant.
Harris re-election speculation and ‘People’s Summit’ stir political pot
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris says it is too early to announce whether he will run for a second term. But local Democrats are anxious for an answer. Meanwhile the local Democratic party has a two-way race for a new chairman next month and the coalition for a “Moral Budget” talked about tax rate regrets at the “People’s Summit” in Whitehaven.
Election commission chief says Democrats want ‘cloudy elections’
Shelby County Election Commission Chairman Brent Taylor said on The Daily Memphian Politics Podcast, that local Democrats want disputed election results, referring to the push for paper ballots, which he believes will lead to chaos.
COVID gets political as fired state health official visits Memphis
Dr. Michelle Fiscus spoke Saturday, July 31, at a local forum in Binghampton following a state Democratic party rally nearby. Democratic party leaders say Republican Gov. Bill Lee’s handling of the COVID pandemic will be an issue in 2022 state elections.
Planet Wealth to offer access to capital, resources
Memphis-based Planet Wealth considers itself ‘crowdfunding 2.0’ or wealth funding. “We want to empower the masses to go out and achieve financial independence,” Greg Sossaman, CEO of Planet Wealth, said.
Opinion: Set expectations for being better together
Setting an expectation that attempts to find shared culture and values makes it possible to achieve more than if individual agendas drive each person’s actions.
Metro
‘Lots of wheels turning’ on xAI site in Southaven
A group of Memphians got a rare glimpse into the workings of Elon Musk’s xAI, and a key executive spoke about the company’s potential plans for a former natural gas plant in Southaven.
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‘Lots of wheels turning’ on xAI site in Southaven
A group of Memphians got a rare glimpse into the workings of Elon Musk’s xAI, and a key executive spoke about the company’s potential plans for a former natural gas plant in Southaven.
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Sports
Was Rooker robbed? Local slugger one controversial inch short in home run derby
Brent Rooker and Cal Raleigh were tied with 17 home runs each, and MLB’s tiebreaker was who hit the longest. Rooker’s longest of 470.53 feet was just short of Raleigh’s longest of 470.61.
Collierville Astros draft former Collierville ace
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis assistant reportedly may become Tennessee State head coach
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies hire new lead assistant coach
Food
What to Order: Eggxactly’s uncommon omelet
Turkey is smoked for an entire day before it becomes part of this breakfast favorite.
Suburbs
‘Lots of wheels turning’ on xAI site in Southaven
A group of Memphians got a rare glimpse into the workings of Elon Musk’s xAI, and a key executive spoke about the company’s potential plans for a former natural gas plant in Southaven.
Arts & Culture
Kathy Bates nominated for Emmy Award
Memphis-native Kathy Bates is up for another award for her starring role in CBS’ reimagining of the classic series “Matlock.”
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis Rox reopens with ‘climb for Mond’
Two weeks after Jarmond Johnson was shot and killed at Memphis Rox, the gym reopened with a joyful, mournful — and ultimately hopeful — ceremonial climb.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How Ghana sent nearly 200 students to the U of M, and more
Nearly 200 international students at the University of Memphis are at risk of losing their place at the school, as well as their visa status, as their home country struggles to pay their tuition.