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
This Week in Memphis: Sports Hall of Fame and a Downtown property crawl
Also happening this week: The first full meeting of the new Shelby County Commission and two chances for Germantowners to weigh in on the city’s future.
Shelby County County Commission to vote on new chair, Clerk’s Office funding and more
Premium Spirit of Memphis When virtual reality isn’t a game: These headsets are programmed for job skills training
Premium Elections Heather Fisher begins school board service early
Business Local Ben’s Friends chapter helps restaurant workers struggling with addiction
Business
Local Ben’s Friends chapter helps restaurant workers struggling with addiction
Restaurant workers are among the most at risk for substance abuse and heavy alcohol use in the United States. The Memphis chapter of Ben’s Friends hopes to help on the path to sobriety.
Premium Business East Memphis fitness studio goes beyond barre-minimum to build community
Premium Real Estate The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hundreds of bikers roar into town for 20th year of St. Jude Rides
Premium Business Former DeSoto County Visitors Bureau leadership backs fired Landers Center head
Sports
Tigers struggle in second half for the first time this season at Boise State
Memphis went from averaging 15.5 yards per play in the first two quarters to averaging 5.6 yards per play in the second half against Boise State. Coach Huff says Tigers will need to “suffer well.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Calkins: The Memphis Tigers got bludgeoned. But what happens now?
Memphis Tigers Football Boise State hands Tigers first loss of season, 38-20
Sports Alcorn State wins double overtime thriller in Southern Heritage Classic
Memphis Tigers Football Texas stuns Ohio State, takes over AP Top 25, no votes for Memphis
Food
Local Ben’s Friends chapter helps restaurant workers struggling with addiction
Restaurant workers are among the most at risk for substance abuse and heavy alcohol use in the United States. The Memphis chapter of Ben’s Friends hopes to help on the path to sobriety.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Caramelized’s sheet pan Memphis BBQ chicken fajitas
Suburbs
Heather Fisher begins school board service early
Heather Fisher was appointed to the Germantown Board of Education last month, a few months ahead of the four-year term she is destined to win in November. Her new position allows her to build upon 25 years of education experience in Germantown.
High School Sports Sheals propels Collierville to nationally ranked victory over Knoxville Bearden
Arts & Culture
Family friendly film fest back this weekend at the Pink Palace
The second annual Like You Children’s Film Festival puts a spotlight on emotional growth and connectivity for kids in a fun and interactive space.
Performing Arts Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages
Opinion
Calkins: The Memphis Tigers got bludgeoned. But what happens now?
Coach Charles Huff warned that the Memphis Tigers might get bludgeoned by Boise State. But he already has a new theme for the season. And it just might work.
Germantown Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
Podcasts
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A derby good time
Today’s puzzle features action at the Memphis Roller Derby. Greg Campbell took the photo.