National Guard deployed to help overwhelmed hospitals
In the first 15 days of August, there were more hospitalizations than there were in any full month of the pandemic, although not all of those were due to the coronavirus.
Summer league: Grizzlies wrap it up with a look at G League players
With the draft picks and rostered players resting, Shaq Buchanan led the Grizzlies to a win over the Clippers in the final summer league game.
City’s GOP representatives criticize Biden’s Afghanistan speech
Tennessee’s two Republican U.S. senators were highly critical of President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw U.S. military forces before his speech Monday, Aug. 16. They were more critical after the speech.
County Health Department says it will ‘make adjustments’ after governor allows opt-out on masks
Shelby County Schools leaders, however, say the school system’s mask mandate remains in place despite the executive order that also includes mask mandates by school systems. Shelby County Commissioner Van Turner is suggesting the county should take the issue to court.
Lee mask order causes outrage among Memphis parents, teachers
Memphians are not happy with Gov. Bill Lee’s executive order allowing parents to opt their children out of mask mandates in schools.
Suburban school districts update mask plans after governor’s order
Suburban school districts are no longer requiring mask mandates for students, in line with Gov. Bill Lee’s executive order. However, the Shelby County mandate still affects staff.
Fatal fall: Carpentry firm cited for letting rooftop workers be untethered
A state agency also finds that a carpentry subcontractor inappropriately used an automotive winch to lift and lower wood beams, columns, joists and decking from the roof of the historic Butcher Shop Building.
Herrington: After a rough year downriver, Steven Adams is poised for a Memphis comeback
Centers Steven Adams and Jonas Valanciunas are different players. The former has long been known as a dirty-work guy. The latter is a buckets-and-boards machine. But I’m struck by the similarities.
Charter commission group tries to stay separate from consolidation debate
Leaders of a political action committee pushing for a metro charter commission say such a group is necessary to explore a more efficient local government.
Kroger security guard hires high-powered defense attorneys
Gregory Livingston, the Kroger security guard charged with fatally shooting Alvin Motley, has hired high-powered criminal defense attorneys Leslie Ballin and Steve Farese to represent him.
Catching up with Ridgeway coach Sutton: ‘We have to keep working. That’s our job’
Veteran Duron Sutton is facing a different kind of challenge this fall after pandemic destroyed 2020 season.
TBI: Man dead following officer-involved shooting involving Sheriff’s deputy
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting involving the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.
Germantown Country Club sells for $7 million, developers take ownership
The former Germantown Country Club has closed. It is now officially owned by Farmington-Kimbrough Development Group.
East High basketball coach on leave following arrest
The Mustangs are 48-18 in two seasons under Jevonte Holmes.
Calkins: Former Memphis great Danton Barto intubated and fighting for his life
Danton Barto, Memphis football’s all-time leading tackler, is in the hospital fighting COVID-19. He sent his wife, Shelly Beth, a text: “Get that shot for me.”
Census shows growth in six suburbs
While Shelby County’s population only grew by 1%, the suburbs reflected much higher percentages of population growth across the board.
Five-star Emoni Bates reportedly will make official Memphis visit Wednesday
The elite small forward is inching closer to making his decision, with Oregon and the G League also considered options.
Delta, American, United resume nonstop service to New York
A total of four daily, nonstop flights to the New York area will return this fall.
Buccaneers waive former Lausanne, Navy player Cameron Kinley
Kinley, who intends to try to land with another team, had to fight to defer his military commission in order to pursue his NFL dream.
Big Bad Breakfast opening soon; Russell Casey feeds Jackson Browne again
Big Bad Breakfast is behind schedule because of the crippled supply chain, but John Currence should open his first Memphis restaurant within the next month.
Metro
The Early Word: Longtime Macy’s to close; plus, what’s closed for snow
MSCS board member proposes an alternative to firing Feagins, Taylor lays out his case against Mulroy and Coach Jenkins calls an ill-timed timeout.
City of Memphis Here are Memphis’ snow plans and what’s closed Friday
Business
Longtime Memphis law firms start new year with merger
A Memphis law firm with expertise in estate planning and trusts will join forces with one well-versed in real estate, corporate, and labor and employment law.
Premium Food News Food Files: Primas Bakery wants Memphians to know it hasn’t closed
Sports
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies players won’t let coach take blame for Rockets loss
Food
TikTok ban — and local cookie entrepreneur’s case — go before Supreme Court Friday
“We are being asked to be present so that these court justices can ... put faces to creators and stop seeing this as so much of a battle about data breaches of state information,” said Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies.
Suburbs
Anatomy of a winter closing: What goes into canceling classes
Way before the weather rolls in, Memphis-area school leaders are already considering the numerous factors that might lead them to close schools. Related content: MSCS, suburban districts cancel Friday class ahead of winter storm Here are Memphis’ snow plans and what’s closed Friday Where to sled: Memphis-area ideas — just don’t listen to Ron Olson
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: Happy birthday Elvis! Fans gather to celebrate the King’s 90th
The event included a cake cutting and the annual proclamation of Elvis Presley Day.
Opinion
Hill: Believe now? Zach Edey is (still) the rightful ROTY favorite
“Before the doubts about his NBA potential loudened, Rookie of the Year contender Zach Edey was in the gym three times a day preparing for his professional opportunity.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Jaren Jackson Jr.'s leap, ROTY race, injuries and trades
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s recent run of scoring dominance, the Grizzlies’ two Rookie of the Year potentials, and Ja Morant and GG Jackson injury updates.
Games
Word Search: Happy birthday, Elvis!
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