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: A family is reunited after 30+ years, and 12 comes in clutch
A mom sues Shelby County over her son’s jail death, the Chelsea Greenline is finally moving along and Japan comes to Germantown.
Public Safety Mother of inmate who died at 201 Poplar files lawsuit
City of Memphis Memphians ask mayor questions about Elon Musk, MSCS and drive-out taggers
Shelby County County Commission approves Regional One land purchase despite $240K increase
Business
‘Excellence and achievement’: UTHSC earns prestigious research designation
Memphis is now one of six cities nationwide that is home to two public universities with the Carnegie R1 designation.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Business Memphis Chamber, economists say city is in ‘high-growth phase’
Premium Business Paint Memphis appeals lawsuit over back pay to former co-directors
Sports
Tigers Talk: Memphis’ NCAA Tournament seed range, potential March Madness X factors
Upadhyaya and Martin discuss Memphis’ NCAA Tournament seeding possibilities, biggest areas of concerns heading into March and more.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: What is Memphis’ go-to closing lineup?
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant found his dance moves, and the Grizzlies found an OT win
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch in Memphis’ game against Rice
Food
Lucchesi’s heads back to grocery stores
Though Lucchesi’s used to sell its products in grocery stores, a USDA rule change several years ago forced the company to pull its casseroles from stores. But now they are back with a full line, new partners and plans for growth.
Suburbs
Bartlett passes first reading to change charter and add term limits
After many years of the former mayor and several other elected officials serving 20 years or longer in their positions, Bartlett is looking to implement term limits.
Arts & Culture
Collectors pay pretty penny for rare coins
From Buffalo nickels that cost a dollar to a penny that costs nearly $60,000, the Memphis Coin Club’s annual show had it all.
Opinion
Echols: Nine fresh ideas already happening in Memphis
“These people have no idea I’m writing about them. But they are using what they have in time, money, energy and ideas to bless the rest of us.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: What is Memphis’ go-to closing lineup?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss which players are making the best case to be part of Memphis’ playoff rotation and closing lineup.
Games
Word Flower: Feb. 25
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.