Tigers notebook: Ivory makes his mark; another in-state recruit commits
More on punter Joe Doyle’s non-punting day, and Danton Barto to be honored Sept. 18.
Collierville, Germantown students thriving virtually
Collierville Virtual Academy and Germantown Online Academy of Learning are offering a unique opportunity for students to learn at home.
Paint Memphis undaunted by vandalism to murals
Paint Memphis will spend hundreds of dollars applying an anti-graffiti coating on murals vandalized shortly after last year’s event in Uptown. Meanwhile, Paint Memphis 2021 will carry on in South Memphis with a festival on Oct. 9.
Federal rent assistance flowing much faster locally than at state level
The Tennessee Housing Development Agency has spent less than 5% of its federal rental assistance money. In Memphis and Shelby County, where high poverty and low homeownership make the need much more urgent, that number is more than 60%.
Offense, led by freshmen Henigan, Thomas, on display in Tigers’ season opener
Seth Henigan became the Tigers’ first freshman starting quarterback to open a season, and running back Brandon Thomas had 16 carries for 147 yards and a touchdown. Box score: Memphis, 42; Nicholls State, 17 Tigers had a strong run game in the opener; Can they keep it up?Related story:
Tigers had a strong run game in the opener; Can they keep it up?
The University of Memphis had 322 rushing yards against Nicholls State, the most since Nov. 23, 2019.
Calkins: Seth Henigan looked ‘fantastic,’ for openers
Seth Henigan on Saturday became the first true freshman quarterback to start an opener for the Memphis Tigers. And the best part? He didn’t look anything like a true freshman.
Gonzalez’s wonder goal gives 901 FC a win over Birmingham
Memphis scores twice in second-half stoppage time to win season series against arch-rivals in dramatic fashion.
Opinion: Find those offering moral leadership amid division
The truth is that America has never been a country where everyone just got along and lived in harmony.
Metro
Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
SpaceXAI continues to grow in Southaven as do its debts. Another lien has been filed against the AI giant.
Elections Midterm campaigns turn to numbers as early voting begins
Premium Public Safety No end in sight for Memphis Safe Task Force
Spirit of Memphis Booker T. Washington High celebrates 100 years
Education Opinion: ‘Memphis needs more pathways to opportunity. CBU is one of them.’
Business
Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
SpaceXAI continues to grow in Southaven as do its debts. Another lien has been filed against the AI giant.
Business Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
Premium Health Care VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
Premium Real Estate New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing
Premium Real Estate Former DeSoto County, Memphis developer arrested
Sports
Martin: Tulane taps the brakes on Memphis football’s conference title hopes
Memphis lost to the Tulane Green Wave, 31-17, on a blustery Friday night, suggesting it may not yet have addressed all the gap-closing work new coach Charles Huff set as his goal for the program.
Update Memphis Tigers Football Tulane stuns Memphis in 31-17 upset
Memphis Grizzlies 10 things we learned from Memphis Grizzlies preseason
High School Sports Friday prep report: MUS knocks Central from the unbeaten ranks
Memphis Tigers Football Box score: Tulane 31, Memphis 17
Food
Recipe Exchange: Tsunami’s pork and lemongrass meatballs
At Tsunami, the pork and lemongrass meatballs appeared on the menu as an appetizer. They also found their way onto a “secret” menu, thanks to an unexpected request.
Premium North Mississippi Food Files: Egg-sandwich pop-up opens in permanent Southaven space
Suburbs
Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
SpaceXAI continues to grow in Southaven as do its debts. Another lien has been filed against the AI giant.
Premium Health Care VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
Arts & Culture
Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
“What if we made a concerted effort to welcome LGBTQ families from across the country? It’s an opportunity worth pursuing, particularly as Memphis faces challenges to some of its traditional tourism draws.”
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: Two Tony Award-winning shows open
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
“What if we made a concerted effort to welcome LGBTQ families from across the country? It’s an opportunity worth pursuing, particularly as Memphis faces challenges to some of its traditional tourism draws.”
Opinion Opinion: Financial literacy isn’t optional. Getting it right shouldn’t be either.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predict NBA regular-season awards and order of finish. Will Cam Boozer win Rookie of the Year?
City of Memphis Calkins: Mayor Paul Young on data centers, the Grizzlies, his favorite place in the city — and why he’s taking a fresh approach to media
Games
Daily Jigsaw: The Battle for the Bones
Today’s puzzle features Memphis Tigers tight end Hunter Tipton (0) jumping for a touchdown against the UAB Blazers during the Battle for the Bones. Wes Hale took the photo.