COVID patients break more hospital records
Tennessee as a whole is reporting 117 cases per 100,000 people, up 79% over 14 days, and the highest level in the nation.
Lee sticks to pandemic strategy even as state leads U.S. in COVID cases per capita
As more than a third of new COVID cases are among children, Lee says, “We’re doing what we believe is the best way forward.”
Memphis, Nicholls State have multiple connections
Nicholls State has one Memphis native on its roster and two former Tigers, among other connections between the schools.
For John Tate IV, journey back to defensive line was long time coming
Fans can expect to see a better, quicker version of Tate than they saw two years ago, when he suffered an Achilles injury.
Fans select Whitehaven-Germantown game, Lake Cormorant’s Henderson as week’s best
Region 8-6A opener captured more than half the votes in The Daily Memphian’s poll.
Why doesn’t Memphis get realignment respect? What four insiders say
The answers might surprise you.
Memphis in the meantime: Afghan cellist starts new life on U of M campus amid upheaval back home
As cellist Nazira Wali was moving onto campus at the University of Memphis, family and friends back home in Afghanistan were trying to get out. Wali’s cello has taken her around the world and has brought her to Memphis, but at home music and musicians are again under threat from the Taliban regime.
Prosecutors in Katrina Robinson case ask judge to move trial out of Memphis
Federal prosecutors file a motion to move Sen. Katrina Robinson’s Sept. 13 hearing out of Memphis, alleging that Robinson’s recent media interviews and social media posts could taint the jury pool.
901 FC loses defender Zach Carroll for season
The second-year veteran led the team in clearances and tied for first in minutes played.
City of Memphis reverses, will allow tailgating at Tobey Park
City overturned its original decision because of “overwhelming demand.”
Rubble from Forrest exhumation mars Health Sciences Park
The Forrests’ reburial ceremony on Sept. 18 in Middle Tennessee may come sooner than restoration of Health Sciences Park.
All bids in for 100 N. Main
The period for bids on Memphis’ tallest building is over, culminating in 11 offers.Related story:
Report: Memphis basketball to host pro day in October
NBA scouts will get an early look at the Tigers’ talented roster.
Grizzlies Insider: NBA video game features familiar voice
FedExForum PA man Marcus Tucker will be part of the latest NBA2K video game, to give gamers a true Memphis experience.
LeMoyne-Owen gets $80,000 tech infusion as part of Apple coding circle
The school’s faculty will work with Apple to learn about coding and app development.
Southwest to go virtual for week after Labor Day
Classes and operations are scheduled to resume in person on Sept. 13.
U of M ranks in Times Higher Ed world list
The U of M moved up nine spots from last year.
The To-Do List: Crosstown shopping, Midtown music and Cordova chuckles
Live, outdoor music hits Midtown in a big way this weekend. Meanwhile, smoke ’em if ya got ’em at Handy Park, find some laughs in Cordova, go record-shopping in Crosstown or hit the midway.
Daily Memphian Power 15: Germantown climbs after big victory over MUS
CBHS and Lausanne are hanging on to the top two spots, but MUS has been displaced.
This is how Memphis Current defined itself
Eric Barnes talks with Memphis Current founder Sam Prager.
Metro
India Fest offers a taste of authentic culture
About 45 food vendors were a highlight of the day for many attending the event at the Agricenter. But the spicy heat isn’t for the faint of heart.
City of Memphis Mayor nominates new Memphis fire chief
Premium City of Memphis One month in, Task Force is impacting crime. And straining the local justice system
City of Memphis Memphis fire chief retiring
Business
Food Files: A new spot coming to Brookhaven Circle’s former Bangkok Alley space
Also, Abner’s on South White Station Road and Poplar Avenue has closed, and Non-Vintage Wine Bar will soon join it.
Premium Real Estate What is Memphis’ secret sauce? Grit, grind and creativity, business leaders say
Business IP reports $1B loss
Business With SNAP benefits halted, Memphis food pantries struggle to feed those in need
Sports
Herrington: After Ja Morant’s ‘quiet quitting’ and postgame display, what’s next for him and the Grizzlies?
The Memphis Grizzlies and Ja Morant were both off to a decent start to the season. Then, on Friday night, things got unexpectedly messy. What was that about, and what’s next?Related article
Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers pick up commitment from 4-star Memphian Marcellous ‘Cello’ Jackson Jr.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Halloween for the Tigers was nearly perfect — except for one injury scare
Sports Mississippi State rallies from 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat Arkansas
Food
$15 Deal: Little Italy’s sausage and pepperoni calzone
The cheese pull on Little Italy’s calzone is like something out of the movies.
Suburbs
Collierville Square’s Raven & Lily space sells
After Raven & Lily closed in Collierville, the landlord decided to sell the space, and it was purchased by a local veternarian.
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: Celebrating Día de Los Muertos
The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art partnered with Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group for the Día de Los Muertos Parade and Festival on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Opinion
Herrington: After Ja Morant’s ‘quiet quitting’ and postgame display, what’s next for him and the Grizzlies?
The Memphis Grizzlies and Ja Morant were both off to a decent start to the season. Then, on Friday night, things got unexpectedly messy. What was that about, and what’s next?Related article
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: After Halloween holidays, plus Broad Avenue art
This weekend’s fun starts with a little dress up but keeps the celebrations going with Samhain and Dia de los Muertos.