Memphis linebacker’s faith has restored his joy on the field
The fifth-year linebacker’s walk with God has turned him into a better player and teammate.
Salinas is new Shelby County Democratic Party leader
Gabby Salinas emerged as the new local party chair at an online party convention Saturday, Aug. 28, after former party chairman Corey Strong withdrew from the balloting.
Hurricane Ida strengthens, Louisiana braces for severe blow
The National Hurricane Center warned that super-warm Gulf waters could rapidly magnify Ida’s destructive power, boosting it from a Category 2 storm to an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane in just 18 hours or less. Landfall was expected Sunday afternoon.
Grizzlies host third Grizzlies Garage Sale
Photographer Patrick Lantrip captured the scene from the third “Grizzlies Garage Sale,” which was held in the main lobby of FedExForum on Saturday, Aug. 28.
Tigers a finalist for 2022 five-star Chris Livingston
Are the Tigers close to landing another five-star wing?
Class-action lawsuit alleges Lee’s mask opt-out order violates Americans with Disabilities Act
A class-action lawsuit filed today alleges disabled students can’t get a proper education without universal masking to slow the spread of COVID-19, and therefore that Lee’s order is unlawful.
Grizzlies waiving Rajon Rondo
Rajon Rondo was part of the package the Clippers sent to Memphis in exchange for Eric Bledsoe.
Central holds off White Station to pick up second victory
Warriors battle through cramps to outlast improving Spartans.
Friday football report: Scores, summaries and more
Brighton and Northpoint Christian combine for 143 points in Friday’s wildest game. Brighton prevailed 74-69.
Federal court rules TVA refusal to close on sale of Bellefonte plant was legal
Developer Franklin Haney’s plan to buy the Bellefonte Nuclear Plant and sell the electric power it generated to Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division started the ongoing exploration of MLGW possibly leaving the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
An Arlington barber shop with an old-school approach, Tigers return to campus, and more. Take a look at the best images from this week, and cast your ballot for the best one.
St. Jude: Children with cancer face significantly higher risk of severe COVID
20% of children in global cancer registry developed serious disease; in 4% of cases, COVID was fatal.
Why the City Hall homeless encampment isn’t there anymore
The director of Hospitality Hub and the head of its fundraising and awareness partner Dragonfly talked on “Behind The Headlines” about the decision to move away from the tent cities and encampments that are part of the approach to homelessness in other cities.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: LeMoyne-Owen is making moves
As they often do, the college’s property transactions point to a larger transformation.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: What’s new at Hattiloo and where to find the Flava
Spirit of Memphis Memphian who fought Muhammad Ali, served as Green Beret and became Secret Service agent dies
Education Germantown to appoint temporary school board member
City of Memphis Mayor Young signs city paid parental-leave policy
Business
Former FedEx pilot, AutoZone exec tapped by Gov. Lee for Memphis airport board
The two selections round out the picks for a new board following a change in state law, pending a lawsuit originating in Nashville.
Premium Spirit of Memphis ‘A deep love’: Inside the life and career of Trey Crump, Memphis Heritage’s first executive director in four years
Premium Real Estate LeMoyne-Owen grows footprint with new purchases in Soulsville
Premium Business The battle for The Station isn’t quite over, despite the liquor store being open for months
Premium Spirit of Memphis Memphis’ forgotten figures: Nursing pioneer Lena Angevine Warner
Sports
Warriors use late surge to beat Grizzlies in summer league championship
The Golden State Warriors took down the Memphis Grizzlies in the Las Vegas title game, 94-90, following a late surge from rookie Yaxel Lendeborg.
High School Sports High school football commitment tracker: Several big names have made their choices known
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Former Tiger Kendric Davis’ return visit to Memphis shows what still matters
Premium Performing Arts Don’t call wrestling fake: ‘Everything we do in there hurts’
Public Safety Mother of Ole Miss football player also files wrongful-death lawsuit
Food
Chef Flavas dips back into wholesale, catering after restaurants close
“We have a lot of innovations that are coming to the restaurant and our product, our brand,” said co-owner Chris Moore. “It’s been a lot of different changes, a lot of ups and downs, but we’re here for the long haul.”
Premium Food News Hive East Memphis to open by late August with more than bagels
Suburbs
Roundup at Arkabutla Lake concerns DeSoto County residents
Tbe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is set to spray herbicide across 5,500 acres of Arkabutla Lake as part of the ongoing repair project on the lake dam after a strain was discovered in 2023.
Education Germantown to appoint temporary school board member
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Sofar Sounds back in Memphis; Botanic Garden opens Sun-inspired Fun Studio
With a new local leader, Sofar Sounds will host shows in Memphis once again. And, at the Botanic Garden, Fun Studio includes child-friendly musical instruments.
Performing Arts For decades, Hattiloo has been a landmark of Black theater. Soon, it will become a ‘cultural village.’
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis’ city planning failed us — Memphis 3.0 is the vision we need
“Those of us who don’t stand to profit off zoning decisions must speak up and support a vision for a more walkable Memphis. Not only will this support small local businesses, but it will save lives on our roads.”
Guest Columnists Maxey: Selective recollections shouldn’t become a reality that never was
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis still competing for summer league playoffs
Drew Hill and Keith Parish offer thoughts about the Memphis Grizzlies through three Las Vegas Summer League games.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more What makes a great music city? Music Export Memphis has thoughts
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Tigers party plaza
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of renovations at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and was taken by Mark Weber.