County files suit against Lee over mask opt-out
Federal suit filed in Memphis late Thursday afternoon.
Thursday prep report: Houston’s McCommon coasts to Wenzler win
Future Memphis Tiger is the only golfer to break par Thursday at Windyke.
Local COVID-19 hospitalization rates hit new high
Children now account for more COVID-19 infections in Shelby County than 18- to 34-year-olds, another record.
Watch live: The Daily Memphian’s 2021 Small Business Seminar
Join us for this virtual seminar to gain insight into strategies and resources that are helping small businesses thrive and progress.
Photo Gallery: FedEx ships aid to earthquake-ravaged Haiti
Freelancer Ziggy Mack shot these photos of FedEx loading planes with aid to alleviate the suffering on Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021.
Mourners at memorial for Kroger shooting victim push for video release
The call came during a memorial service in Memphis for Alvin Motley Jr., whose family has seen video of the fatal shooting.
MAHS lineman wins player of the week vote; Saints-Mustangs is top game
MAHS senior Charles Perkins recovered three fumbles in last week’s opener, leading to a 60-0 victory over MASE.
Panelists: Resources available for small business owners if they seek them
The TSBDC has more than 50 partner resources that are free or discounted is currently giving a limited amount of free Shopify licenses to help businesses build their online presence.
Calkins: Jalen Rose says Memphis will play for the national title. (I say enjoy the ride.)
The key to Penny Hardaway’s success? It’s optimism. And if he really believes Memphis can win a national title, y’all should believe it, too.
St. Jude CEO takes on Lee’s masking opt-out stance
“Debate is healthy, but not when the debate is about wearing a mask that can decrease the chance of children contracting COVID-19,” Dr. James Downing said.
Harris hopes Downing’s letter on masking inspires ‘other insiders’
“All our leaders around the state and region understand the connection between rising case counts and bans on masking,” mayor says.
Tigers defensive back enters transfer portal
La’Andre Thomas started 14 games in 2019 but opted out last season.
Had COVID from a weaker strain? Get in vaccine line
You probably won’t get a serious case, but Delta is a much different foe, doctors say.
The To-Do List: Fashion Week, 901 Day and William Bell
This week, “After Hours” is both a movie and a bike ride. Fashion gets a week and the whole city gets a day with a week’s worth of events packed into it.
Calkins: Emoni Bates ends the drama — and begins the dreams
Emoni Bates put an end to a crazy day of recruiting by announcing he’ll be attending the University of Memphis. Could one kid possibly be worth such drama? In a word: Yes.
Germantown secures funding for middle school, drainage, water tower
The $10 million in bonds will be used to finance major projects in the suburb.
Analysis: What is Memphis getting with Emoni Bates?
He’s a gifted scorer and a wing, but he also might be a potential answer at point guard.
Germantown hears reasons for and against consolidation; Palazzolo ‘categorically’ opposed
Germantown aldermen met to discuss consolidation efforts, and Mayor Mike Palazzolo made his stance clear on the discussion.
Friday football preview: Germantown looks to bounce back against tough MUS squad
Red Devils and Owls meeting for the time in nearly 25 years on Friday.
Collierville Schools updates quarantine guidelines
The district also made families aware of how it plans to teach students who are in quarantine.
City’s representatives in D.C. differ in reaction to Afghanistan attacks
Some say the attacks demonstrate the problems in the rapid withdrawal of U.S. troops and a lack of planning.
TRA basketball standout catching on to his latest endeavor: football
Tipton-Rosemark’s football coaches couldn’t believe Tyler Byrd showed up on the field, or his five touchdowns in his first game since ninth grade.
Daily Memphian Power 15: CBHS remains on top after overtime victory
Germantown, Munford and ECS lost in their games.
Herrington: From game-worn sneakers to Growl Towels, a ‘Grizzlies Garage Sale’ sneak preview
You can get a Jaren Jackson Jr. bobblehead for $10 and update your Growl Towel collection — “GRZ NXT GEN,” Ya Hear Me!,” etc. — on the cheap, at a buck a pop. All proceeds from this one-day sale go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Metro
The Early Word: Surviving the ‘heat dome,’ getting Bad-der at breakfast
Flipping through “Knowledge Bowl” back pages, sorting through a mayoral social media spat and taking attendance at Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: A quintessential Memphis weekend
Guest Columnists Opinion: To fix Memphis mass transit, MATA board members need to get on the bus
Public Safety New TBI agents ‘embedded’ with Memphis Safe Task Force
Premium Education Herrington: For 38 years, ‘Knowledge Bowl’ showcased a different kind of Memphis ‘student-athlete.’ What now?
Business
College football’s postseason may change, but AutoZone Liberty Bowl officials feel secure
College Football playoff expansion has created an uncertain future for traditional bowl games. But the AutoZone Liberty Bowl wants to win the fight.
Business SpaceXAI sued over worker death
Premium Business Collierville company bands with Whole Foods to donate supplies to hundreds of schools
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight announces partnership with NASCAR Truck Series
Premium Transportation & Logistics SpaceXAI posts more than 100 jobs as data center moratorium momentum slows
Sports
Houston holds off Bartlett in Region 7-6A opener
Starting league play with a victory was the goal, said Mustangs coach James Thomas. And his team was able to do so thanks in large part to a poised performance from junior quarterback Canon Day.
High School Sports Central dominates Brighton to move to 5-0
High School Sports Friday prep report: Freshman QB shines for Collierville
Premium Business College football’s postseason may change, but AutoZone Liberty Bowl officials feel secure
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis vs. UT Martin: What to know for Tigers’ last nonconference game
Food
Food Files: Second area Big Bad Breakfast to open soon
Plus, a Mexican restaurant in Collierville is closing.
Food News Smashburger food truck to open in Poplar Avenue space
Suburbs
Collierville town employee accused of stealing from Walmart
The sports manager for Collierville’s parks department was arrested after five trips to Walmart.
North Mississippi The AM/DM podcast: Landers Center docs, text messages give new info on termination suit
Arts & Culture
Memphis Jazz Festival lineup revealed
Grammy Award-nominated trumpeter, composer, producer and bandleader Theo Croker will headline the inaugural Memphis Jazz Festival.
Music Memphis producer Tay Keith died from accidental drug overdose, reports say
Opinion
Opinion: To fix Memphis mass transit, MATA board members need to get on the bus
“The new MATA board reveals a glaring disconnect. With one exception, they are almost entirely corporate executives and administrators who likely do not use the system they oversee.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Now is not the time to let up on gun crime
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Discovering the wildlife all around us
The Memphis Zoo recently began a project focused on the wildlife of West Tennessee.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: A quintessential Memphis weekend
Games
Sudoku: Sept. 18
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