It’s official: Gus’s fried chicken is the best in the country
Gus’s isn’t just world famous; it’s also the best fried chicken in the country, so named last weekend at the ‘Super Bowl of fried chicken’ in New Orleans.
Calkins: The Big 12 picked Houston over Memphis. Here’s why that was a mistake.
The Big 12 picked Houston in its last round of expansion. Memphis never had much of a shot. But that doesn’t change the reality that the Memphis program has a higher ceiling than Houston. Here’s what the Big 12 failed to see.
Tigers LB balanced working at FedEx and playing college football
Memphis linebacker Cincir Evans worked the night shift at FedEx to pay bills while still dedicating himself to an already rigorous schedule of a student-athlete. Tigers Football Insider: Laird Veatch optimistic about Friday’s attendanceRelated story:
Paul Young opens 2023 Memphis mayoral bid in Oakhaven
Young said he is “the youngest and the most experienced” candidate in the still-forming pack of contenders. The kick-off comes one year to the day before the Election Day to decide who succeeds Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland.
FedEx asks feds to intervene in pilot contract negotiations
The federal assistance comes months after pilots picketed outside the FedEx Express Air Operations Center with signs that read, “When the world shut down, FedEx pilots delivered.”
University Lofts project to add 105 apartments to Edge District
Jonesboro-based Six Land Company is planning to demolish the former Holliday Flowers site and build a $15.3 million, 105-unit apartment complex overlooking The Ravine.
Mulroy, Sugarmon to host Youth Crime Working Session at Crosstown Concourse
The session will include presentations and discussions with local and national organizations that work toward approaches to improving juvenile justice outcomes.
State representative from Fayette injured in vehicular accident
Ron Gant, Tennessee state representative from District 94, was injured in a vehicular accident Wednesday night.
Molly Mehner to lead Collierville into next era
Molly Mehner will arrive in November and hit the ground running to lead Collierville into its next stage as the town administrator. Collierville formally appoints Molly Mehner as next administratorRelated story:
As lawmakers review sentencing policy, victims’ rights advocate says more laws not working
A victims’ rights advocate told lawmakers that a punishment-first approach to incarceration is not working, and they should replace it with one that addresses the lingering effects of childhood trauma.
Memphis COO to lead MLGW
Doug McGowen has been COO since Mayor Jim Strickland took office in 2016. With council confirmation, Chandell Ryan would become the first woman to run city government on a day-to-day basis.
Table Talk: Chow chow, Brewhaha and Oktoberfeast on Saturday; can you do all three?
Saturday is full of events, from a chow-chow contest in Stanton to Brewhaha at Hampline to Oktoberfeast at Raven & Lily in Collierville. If you figure out how to do it all, share your strategy.
New food star to open on S. Highland
“We’ve taken soul food and infused it with other cuisines,” said one of the concept’s founders. “We’re not only scaling the cuisine, but we’re making it health conscious and for the community.”
GloRilla takes home BET Hip Hop Award
The Memphis native was named “Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist.”
Radio legend Bobby O’Jay inducted into Radio Hall of Fame
O’Jay is among inductees including sports announcer Chick Hearn and the Godfather of Soul James Brown, who is being recognized as an owner of WJBE in Knoxville.
Developer seeks tax incentives for $46M Medical District apartment complex
Texas-based Hunington Properties wants a 12-year PILOT for its 286-unit Vic on Union development at the former Office Depot site at 785 Union Ave.
Preliminary hearing set for Cleotha Henderson
Henderson, also known by the surname Abston, is charged with first-degree murder, especially aggravated kidnapping and tampering with evidence.
Zaxby’s, tobacco and beer store coming to Bartlett
Two new businesses are headed to Stage Road in Bartlett, including a Zaxby’s, the first of the franchise in the suburb.
More than 150 artists prepare to ‘Paint Memphis’
Each year, Paint Memphis invites artists from around the country to join local and regional artists to create murals in blighted or disinvested areas in Memphis.
Daily Memphian Power 15: Lots of movement but Munford remains No. 1
The explosive Cougars are averaging nearly 60 points per game over their last three contests.
Metro
Former youth pastor spared prison for child sexual battery
A former high school coach and youth minister at a DeSoto County church pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor, but her sentence was considered too lenient by District Attorney Matthew Barton.
Public Safety Two off-duty Memphis cops arrested for drag racing, department says
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Business
Long pause for laughter: FedEx commercials poke fun at office power moves
Prolonged eye contact, flashy watches, late arrivals and long pauses: The shipping giant returns to humor in new brand campaign.
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Sports
Hardaway pushes American Conference to schedule strategically
Memphis Tigers basketball coach Penny Hardaway wants American teams to play nonconference games that will help the conference.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football American commissioner hopeful College GameDay can visit Memphis
Premium Memphis Tigers Football How UAB firing Trent Dilfer impacts the Tigers’ game prep
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Food
What to order: Sushi for breakfast at Kitchen Laurel
Hold the wasabi and ginger, because all the cake roll needs is warm syrup for dipping.
Suburbs
Former youth pastor spared prison for child sexual battery
A former high school coach and youth minister at a DeSoto County church pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor, but her sentence was considered too lenient by District Attorney Matthew Barton.
Arts & Culture
Memphis music ‘all-stars’ unite for a bash
“You’re just not going to see all of these artists together in this way any other time.”
Opinion
Calkins: They’re not just cutting a ribbon in Whitehaven. They’re showing us the way.
You know the best way to solve the ills of a community? With hope. There will be plenty of that at Whitehaven High School Wednesday — where they’re cutting the ribbon on a new STEM center.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What’s happening this week
On this episode of The AM/DM, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips talk about the National Civil Rights Museum’s Freedom Awards and the unofficial beginning of the Tigers basketball season.