Summer league observations: Aldama leads Grizzlies to low-scoring win
Santi Aldama scored 22 to lead all scorers in the Grizzlies’ victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the lowest-scoring game of summer league so far this year.
Suspect identified in shooting of MPD officer
The officer was transported to Regional One Health in critical condition and was later upgraded to a critical but stable condition. The suspect was taken into custody.
COVID vaccination rate low among Shelby County’s youngest children
So far, 354 children in the 6-months to 5-years age group have been vaccinated for COVID-19 in Shelby County — a figure that includes vaccinations from both public and private healthcare practitioners.
Bartlett dealing with impact of Fletcher Creek sewer basin issues
Bartlett is facing some decisions on how to treat its wastewater, some of which could eliminate reliance on holding tanks and the City of Memphis handling the issue.
Hernando officials launch penny-tax-for-parks campaign
The 1-cent-per-dollar tax on prepared foods at places like restaurants and grocery delis has the potential to radically change the quality of recreation in the DeSoto County city.
Gooch Park mural offers ‘Slice’ of Memphis culture
The North Memphis mural will surround the park’s public pool and is named after a term for enthusiastically jumping into a swimming pool.
Movers & Shakers
Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs LLP recently welcomed Mrinalini “Melanie” R. Jayashankar to the law firm, and Lia Lansky is one of six national experts chosen for the American College of Sports Medicine’s 2022–2024 Exercise is Medicine Emerging Leaders Program.
Opinion: Jones Act reform need not be all-or-nothing
“The Jones Act was not intended to protect jobs. It was to ensure a fleet of reliable, commercial oceangoing ships that could serve in times of war or emergency,” says guest columnist Jonathan Helton.
Metro
The Early Word: A Celtic crash, a deal for JJJ to stay and a new Penny in town
A man has been charged in the Memphis Rox shooting, the County Commission went back to the budget and there’s a new option for game night.
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Business
Outgoing leader navigated health department through turbulent times
Shelby County Health Department Director Dr. Michelle Taylor, a White Station High graduate, takes the helm of the Baltimore City Health Department on Aug. 4.
free access Health Care Health department offering free HIV testing
Real Estate Supporting local businesses starts at Where Grit Meets Growth
Transportation & Logistics Airport to be named after FedEx founder
Sports
Why Grizzlies free agent addition Ty Jerome could be big deal
Ty Jerome may not be Desmond Bane, but his production off the bench for Cleveland last season showed signs of serious potential. Related content:
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High School Sports Daily Memphian’s sports staff wins three first places in state writing contest
Food
What to order: Turkey and dressing feeds the soul at The Four Way
The Four Way in South Memphis knows special-occasion food doesn’t have to be relegated to holidays and family gatherings.
Suburbs
Fire in the sky: Officials urge safety first with fireworks
While many people enjoy the sound and fury of fireworks around Independence Day, there are dangers associated with the firecrackers and Roman candles.
Arts & Culture
Pro tips for pollinator gardens
How to get more native plants into your yard — and your life. Related content:
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Fresh ideas
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of a Memphian’s new take on a garden.