Summer league observations: Lofton stays aggressive, but Grizzlies lose
Kenny Lofton Jr. tried to carry them to the finish, but the Grizzlies lost a tight game to the Spurs in their summer league closer.
Ida B. Wells observance day announced at memorial groundbreaking
The second phase of the Ida B. Wells plaza will bring educational and narrative elements into the memorial, telling the story of Wells’ life, particularly her time in Memphis.
Memphis’ hotel pipeline and why a convention center hotel is still needed
Despite the influx of nearly 7,000 hotel rooms over the next few years, the lack of rooms adjacent to the Renasant Convention Center remains challenging.
Strickland says One Beale ‘backstop’ is too much risk
Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says the city has offered more incentives for the proposed Grand Hyatt hotel at One Beale “than any other development in the history of the city.” He also questioned why One Beale developers didn’t go to the bond market sooner.Related story:
Female fans get insiders’ look at Tigers football
Around 75 women participated in the clinic to tour the facility and learn more about the football program, players and coaches.
MPD arrests man who made threats after Yo Gotti concert
The suspect, who who was charged with commission of an act of terrorism, was taken for medical treatment and evaluation.
Yo Gotti brings superstars, classic throwbacks to Birthday Bash
The concert made a return on Friday, July 15 at the FedExForum, making it the first bash to be held since 2019.
Outgoing Memphis Chamber CEO looks back on her tenure
Outgoing Greater Memphis Chamber Beverly Robertson talks on “Behind The Headlines” about the chamber’s role in the “fourth industrial revolution” represented by the Ford plant in Haywood County and what that means for “legacy” businesses not yet in that revolution.
Recipe Exchange: Sesame Flatbread from The Grove Grill
Chip Dunham shared the family pimento cheese recipe a few weeks ago. Now, Jeff Dunham tells us how to make the flatbread he used to serve with it at The Grove Grill.
901 FC primed for No. 1 vs. No. 2 showdown against Louisville
Eastern Conference front-runners will go head-to-head Saturday at AutoZone Park. Tickets are on sale for as low as $3. And Memphis-based rapper Al Kapone will conduct the ceremonial pregame guitar smash.
Felicia Suzanne’s seeks redevelopment grant from Downtown board
Felicia Suzanne’s is one of three businesses seeking grants from the Center City Development Corp.
Camp combining hip-hop and architecture comes to Memphis
A camp that uses music to expose underrepresented youth to architecture, urban planning and design made its Memphis debut this week.
Lakeland election season ramps up
The Lakeland election season is picking up speed, with new candidates and incumbents pulling petitions.
U of M names new dean of engineering college
Okenwa Okoli received Florida State’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Distinguished Service Award for his work to recruit and retain U.S. students in STEM graduate programs with a focus on bridging the achievement gap for minorities.
UTHSC College of Nursing receives $3.9M grant for rural mobile health needs
“There is a population in Lake and Lauderdale counties who have poorer health care outcomes due to difficulty accessing care,” said University of Tennessee Health Science Center Assistant Professor Diana Dedmond.
Metal Museum plans for Rust Hall and its campus on the bluff
Carissa Hussong joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about expansion in the former home of the Memphis College of Art and plans for the museum’s campus on the bluff.
The Summer series has ended, but that leaves you with plenty of eating to come
Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington talk about the Summer Avenue series and each reveal their five favorite takeaways.
Movers & Shakers
Karen Treas, a key player in the growth and success of Moore Tech for the last eight years, has been promoted to chief administrative officer of the 113-year-old college.
Guest column: How supporting shoes for the homeless led to supporting shelter for the homeless
Oh Snap: This week’s best photos
This weeks photos feature folks stepping out and boldly trying new things, from artistic endeavors to community involvement to starting a businesses. Let us know which one is your favorite.
Metro
Numerous rule violations led to death of 6-year-old girl left on bus, state inspection shows
A state inspection shows that a series of failures by the staff at Kid University directly contributed to the death of 6-year-old Winter Jones, who was left on a bus for hours on a day when the temperature reached 99 degrees.
Spirit of Memphis Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Education City Council will talk data centers and medical debt
State Government 4 Memphis attorneys nominated for 2 new Criminal Court judicial positions
Business
Apartments near Liberty Stadium could get new owners
The EDGE board will hear the application at its Aug. 19 meeting at Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South. Central Lofts owners have entered a purchase agreement for the 127-unit apartment property.
Premium Real Estate Baptist buys East Memphis hotel
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Business Motion pictures are getting motion seating
Premium Real Estate Local real estate brokers embrace AI but warn: Trust and verify
Sports
How many votes did the Tigers receive in AP Top 25 poll?
The preseason Associated Press Top 25 for the 2026 football season has been released.
High School Sports High school volleyball 2026: Arlington, Briarcrest lead the way
High School Sports High school football 2026: Local week-by-week schedule
Memphis Tigers Football ‘They know when Christmas is’: Huff gives team date for naming starting quarterback
High School Sports TSWA high school prep football preseason poll
Food
Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Owner and local restaurateur Karen Carrier will open the Victorian lounge to the public once again Friday, Sept. 25 — something she’s done about once a quarter for the past couple of years.
Premium Dining Guides What to order: The Lobbyist’s white fish spread
Suburbs
SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
The company said it is investing $40 million “to help strengthen the local emergency response systems.”
North Mississippi Reeves taps another North Mississippian for state Supreme Court seat
Arts & Culture
Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Owner and local restaurateur Karen Carrier will open the Victorian lounge to the public once again Friday, Sept. 25 — something she’s done about once a quarter for the past couple of years.
Business Motion pictures are getting motion seating
Opinion
Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Michael Cianciolo was shot down over Italy in 1943. More than 80 years later, his remains were buried in Memphis with full military honors.
Opinion Maxey: ‘I’m of Memphis. It’s who I am and what I am.’
Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Print media to patient care
Today’s puzzle features the Commercial Appeal building under demolition. The photo was taken by Brad Vest.