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 Early Word: Developer goes to jail, and it’s last call at Crosstown Brewing
Takeover board could replace Richmond, Pearson sues the City Council and if you’re craving fluffy eggs, we’ve got you.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Memphis Sounds, songs and artists
Education Opinion: ‘Memphis needs more pathways to opportunity. CBU is one of them.’
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Business
New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing
That restaurant landscape in Bartlett includes some that are opening, some that have closed, some that are renovated and some that are victims of vandalism.
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Sports
State champ Mathile Walker adds to her family’s golfing history
ECS junior Mathile Walker has matured on an off the course. Her grandfather, in particular, would be very proud.
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Sports Banana Ball returning to Memphis
Player of the Week St. Benedict special teams standout voted Player of the Week
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Food
Food Files: Egg-sandwich pop-up opens in permanent Southaven space
Also, Gussied Up sets an opening date, and La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant opens a third spot.
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Suburbs
Bailey: Moratorium is becoming a popular word in connection with data centers
A number of local governments are looking to moratoriums to slow the consideration of data centers until proper studies and zonings are considered.
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Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Two Tony Award-winning shows open
One is a musical based on the real jam session at Sun Records, while another play, pre-dating the COVID pandemic, explores vaccination debates at a school.
Performing Arts Holiday movie set in Memphis to premiere on OWN
Opinion
Bailey: Moratorium is becoming a popular word in connection with data centers
A number of local governments are looking to moratoriums to slow the consideration of data centers until proper studies and zonings are considered.
Education Opinion: ‘Memphis needs more pathways to opportunity. CBU is one of them.’
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Memphis Sounds, songs and artists
If you love Memphis artists or artisans, this is the weekend for you.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions
Games
Sudoku: Oct. 16
Ready for today’s sudokus?