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
Federal judge who recused in Nichols case could be deposed
The federal judge formerly presiding over the Tyré Nichols case could be deposed over his recusal from the case earlier this month.
Public Safety Police officer fatally shoots man in Parkway Village
Premium State Government State laws could send Memphis hemp industry up in smoke
Education Tennessee won’t know how many new vouchers go to existing private school students
Business
The dawn of the ‘Digital Delta’ dream
The Digital Delta initiative is a framework for globally recognizing Memphis as a hub for high-tech manufacturing, artificial intelligence and advanced industries.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Real Estate Health care logistics company to create 100 jobs in Southeast Memphis
Transportation & Logistics Logistics company signs over operations to Medtronic
Sports
Grizzlies Draft Day Notebook: Roundups, reactions and more
A roundup of mock drafts and draft-related rumors, musings on the potential Grizzlies ramifications of leaguewide pre-draft trades and other new thoughts and observations.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Memphis Grizzlies’ NBA Draft intrigue starts at No. 16
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers Olympic sports coaches say they’re ready to compete in new world
Memphis Tigers Basketball Former Memphis women’s basketball coach has died
Food
Where North Mississippi kids can get free meals this summer
With school cafeterias closed for the summer, multiple sites across North Mississippi are stepping up to ensure area youth have consistent access to food.
Suburbs
Germantown approves 29-cent property tax increase
Germantown’s budget and financial services director said the tax increase was the hardest decision in developing the budget.
Arts & Culture
The Children’s Museum has a heart for art
“We want to show Memphis children that you could grow up and be an artist as a job,” said Children’s Museum CEO Stewart Burgess.
Opinion
Calkins: Nobody can replace Fred Smith. (But he told us how to handle this, too.)
It’s impossible to imagine Memphis without Fred Smith. So what happens next? Related content:
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: 2025 NBA Draft preview
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share explore trade possibilities and list prospects they like for the Grizzlies at pick No. 16.
Games
Word Flower: June 24
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.