EDGE looks to acquire land near former Firestone Plant, vote on Riviana expansion
The Memphis and Shelby County Economic Development and Growth Engine is looking to buy four parcels near the old Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. plant in North Memphis.
Questions remain after ‘Meet the Judges’ forum in Germantown
The pews of Germantown Presbyterian Church were filled with spectators Thursday evening as 60 judicial candidates took to the podium, making their case for election to general sessions, circuit, criminal and environmental courts.
‘Elvis’ actress found dead in Nashville
Shonka Dukureh, who played Big Mama Thornton in this year’s movie about Elvis Presley, was found dead Thursday at her home in Nashville.
Harris goes on the offense in first face-to-face clash with Morgan in county mayor’s race
In their separate campaigns, Worth Morgan and Lee Harris have offered vastly different visions of what the county mayor should prioritize. Each has criticized the vision of the other.
Bryant’s Breakfast plans expansion
Bryant’s plate lunches may even make a comeback after the expansion of the Summer Avenue breakfast spot is complete.
Thriller based on Memphian’s book comes out on Netflix
The film is based on Memphian — and #1 New York Times bestselling author — Mark Greaney’s fictional series, “The Gray Man,” which details the story of Court Gentry, a former CIA agent turned killer for hire.
Memphis-area ‘loudmouth’ convicted of felony, misdemeanors in Jan. 6 trial
Memphis-area resident Matthew Bledsoe was found guilty of the felony offense of obstruction of an official proceeding, and four misdemeanor offenses for his actions on Jan. 6, 2021.
Airport president and CEO to retire
“Scott’s impact on the success of MEM cannot be understated,” said the chair of the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority board.
Film aims to show how Memphis helped shape Ida B. Wells
“I want people to see (Ida B. Wells) as a real person. I also want to see Memphis as a character in the development of Ida B. Wells because she’s not coming from thin air.”
$10 Deal: Falafel at its best at Lucchesi’s Beer Garden
Lucchesi’s Beer Garden has a selection of $10 Deals for lunch or dinner, including great falafel sandwiches and meaty ones too, plus a huge selection of beer.
U of M athletic director talks ticket sales and conference realignment
Athletic Director Laird Veatch believes the Tigers are right on the bubble of possible conference realignment, and increasing football ticket sales would help.
DA seeks adult transfer on teen suspect in slaying of Rev. Eason-Williams
Miguel Andrade, 15, was charged with first-degree murder, murder in the perpetration of a robbery, especially aggravated robbery, carjacking and employment of a firearm during a dangerous felony. Teen charged with murder in slaying of Rev. Autura Eason-Williams Community mourns Rev. Autura Eason-Williams after carjacking death Sanford: Beloved faith leader’s murder should be catalyst to end gun violenceRelated stories
Opinion: How and why some juveniles are transferred to adult court
Former district attorney explains the laws, guidelines and considerations that officials make when assessing juveniles accused of violent crime.
This year’s Ed Murphey Classic aiming for new heights
Competition takes place at the University of Memphis’ South Campus — and on Beale Street. Beale Street will host the pole vault competition on July 30.
96X is back and speaks ‘from the heart, not the chart’
“After spending 20 years in Los Angeles, I realized that people don’t see music the way that Memphians do. I wanted to tap back into that.”
The To-Do List: Black metalworkers, Blvck Hippie and a dream weekend for music fans
This week, Theatre Memphis honors Priscilla Presley with a black-tie gala, a Tops Gallery group exhibition explores “metafiguration” and the Time Warp Drive-in will take you way back to Fantasia and Neverland.
Grizzlies Insider: Memphis rookies plan to take up golf
“We always used to go to Topgolf as a team back at VCU,” Memphis Grizzlies rookie Vince Williams Jr. said. “It was really fun. I figured I might as well start to do the real thing.”
High school football 2022: Derrick Bobo ready to tackle high expectations at Melrose
The former star defensive back at Whitehaven will lead his team onto the field for the first time on Aug. 20 when the Golden Wildcats open the 2022 season at home against White Station.
National Bar Association brings annual convention to Memphis
The National Bar Association was founded in 1925 and has a membership of about 66,000 Black lawyers, judges, law professors and law students.
Metro
Surgical oncologist Dr. Martin Fleming takes after his father. And his son takes after him.
As a surgical oncologist at UT Health Sciences, Dr. Martin Fleming has followed the path of his father and served as a role model for his son — in addition to training hundreds of doctors.
Premium Elections August elections continue turbulent history for judicial appointments
Public Safety Trial begins for two jailers charged in 2022 inmate death
Elections Outgoing mayor Lee Harris said state oversight will make Mickell Lowery’s job harder
Business SpaceXAI sues contractor, alleges overbilling and fraud
Business
Surgical oncologist Dr. Martin Fleming takes after his father. And his son takes after him.
As a surgical oncologist at UT Health Sciences, Dr. Martin Fleming has followed the path of his father and served as a role model for his son — in addition to training hundreds of doctors.
Business SpaceXAI sues contractor, alleges overbilling and fraud
Health Care UTHSC to break ground on new College of Medicine building in October
Business Frontdoor beats Q2 expectations with ‘record profitability’
Health Care Regional One unveils plans for new hospital at old Commercial Appeal building
Sports
Calkins: It’s nearly football season in Memphis again. Let’s hope that this one is a ‘show-stopper.’
Memphis welcomed fans to take a look at its new-and-improved stadium Saturday. At the end of another tough week in Memphis sports, it is worth remembering what community can do.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Fan fest gives Memphis Tigers faithful first glimpse into Huff era
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis blows late lead in third consecutive loss to Nashville
Golf Rory McIlroy commits to play FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind
Memphis Grizzlies Brandon Clarke died from heroin and cocaine overdose, coroner says
Food
At Bazaar in Collierville, a taste test is only the beginning
Two sisters with weighty day jobs needed something fun, so they bought a store to help people be less intimidated by cooking.
Premium Food News New Eats: Jacques Louise has ‘real’ doughnuts. And they’re gluten free.
Suburbs
At Bazaar in Collierville, a taste test is only the beginning
Two sisters with weighty day jobs needed something fun, so they bought a store to help people be less intimidated by cooking.
Premium Collierville Collierville First Baptist Church pastor sees retirement as shift in ministry
Arts & Culture
Metal Museum’s Rust Hall design blends old and new
When the Metal Museum’s Rust Hall reopens in September, it will blend a deep local history with plenty of new features and uses.
Visual Arts Wall-to-wall art: Murals flow along both sides of North Memphis flood barrier
Opinion
Calkins: It’s nearly football season in Memphis again. Let’s hope that this one is a ‘show-stopper.’
Memphis welcomed fans to take a look at its new-and-improved stadium Saturday. At the end of another tough week in Memphis sports, it is worth remembering what community can do.
Guest Columnists Echols: Seeing more stars than our eyes could take in
Podcasts
Outgoing mayor Lee Harris said state oversight will make Mickell Lowery’s job harder
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris talks about his eight years as mayor on “Behind The Headlines” and the challenges facing his successor, Mayor-elect Mickell Lowery.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Games
Sudoku: Aug. 9
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.