Spaun hanging on at FESJC but plenty are in pursuit
The Californian leads at 13-under, but 23 others are within five strokes.Related story:
Report: Grizzlies to make first Christmas Day appearance against Warriors
Grizzlies to make their first appearance on the NBA’s Christmas Day slate, facing Golden State, which eliminated Memphis in last season’s playoffs.
Germantown to consider park safety improvements following drowning
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo said safety improvements could be headed to Riverdale Park. Park upgrades were planned, but the mayor asked city staff to specifically look at better drainage options. Calkins: Will Drennan died a hero. His friends want everyone to know.Related story:
SMU forward commits to Memphis
Jahmar Young Jr. announced his commitment to the Tigers on Saturday.
What impact could Ford’s charitable foundation have?
More than 70 years after founding its charitable arm, Ford Motor Co. has invested more than $2.2 billion in initiatives that provide basic needs and access to essential services, offer tools to build new skillsets and open pathways to employment.
Safe deliveries no guarantee for Tennessee moms-to-be
A new report examines alarming trends in Tennessee’s recent maternal death rates. And deems that more than 3 out of 4 of those deaths were preventable.
FESJC third-round scores; final-round pairings
Here are Saturday’s third-round scores from the FedEx St. Jude Championship, along with Sunday’s pairings for the final round at TPC Southwind.
Calkins: Will Drennan died a hero. His friends want everyone to know.
Volunteers at the FedEx St. Jude Championship will be given purple ribbons to celebrate the life of Will Drennan — a former volunteer who died saving a child from a sudden flood Tuesday night.
‘Hospitality on steroids:’ Tournament, Elvis Week are tourism gold for Memphis
“Two signature events that bring lots of people to town who spend millions and millions of dollars in our community,” said Kevin Kane of Memphis Tourism.
Scores stay low at TPC Southwind — and Spaun stays in front
J.J. Spaun is at 11-under heading into the weekend. He’ll take a 1-stroke lead into Saturday’s third round of the FedEx Cup playoff opener over Sepp Straka and Troy Merritt.Related story:
Recipe Exchange: Café Roux Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Chef Michael Cahhal’s gumbo is different from most gumbos because it gets its smoky flavor from the chicken instead of the sausage.
Second Editions Book Store aims to be more than words
Despite its smaller size and location — tucked away just inside the front doors of the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library — the bookstore strives to be “a community resource.”
Briarcrest football star selects TCU
Carroll is the third Briarcrest player to make his college choice known, joining quarterback J.D. Sherrod (Troy) and offensive lineman Nate Bledsoe (Rice).
CCDC to consider three Downtown project improvement requests
Two residential properties and Downtown Wines and Spirits seek exterior improvement grants with the Center City Development Corp.
Tigers defensive lineman re-enters the transfer portal
Kamren Washington entered the transfer portal after committing to the University of Memphis in April.
Reviews are back, and everything, it turns out, is rankable
On this week’s Sound Bites, Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington talk about the return of official dining reviews to The Daily Memphian.
Using sports to raise money for literacy
How Coaching for Literacy is working with sports teams nationwide to raise awareness about the massive challenge of illiteracy.
Oh Snap: This week’s best photos
This week we learned that you don’t have to like golf to enjoy the FedEx St. Jude Championship. And the 1,550 volunteers who serve at the tournament exhibit a similar devotion to the team rolling and delivering burritos Downtown every week for 10 years. And we wonder if fashionista Mark Sandfoss owns any golf shirts.
Metro
TCAP scores 2026: See how MSCS students did on Tennessee tests
Third graders in the Memphis district shined in one subject area, while math scores stagnated for elementary and middle school students.
Premium Education Suburban reading scores surpass state average in TCAP data
Premium Elections Suburban incumbents head toward reelection as more candidates pull petitions
Shelby County Incoming County Commissioner accused of misusing taxpayer dollars
Premium City of Memphis Memphis Zoo one of 40 across the country hit with bomb threats
Business
Mahaffey pitching its tent in Southeast Memphis
Mahaffey Tent and Event Rentals is relocating its operations after buying office and warehouse buildings from another company with a long local history.
Premium Real Estate Homebuilders reject ‘cookie-cutter’ approach to Germantown’s newest neighborhood
Premium Real Estate In the shadow of the Sterick, Memphis Public Market reviving long-vacant Downtown corner
Premium Real Estate Inked: Mini golf, mini go-karts and many properties sold in Flicker Street Arts District
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Leader honored and other moves
Sports
Herrington: Grizzlies enter offseason with full roster — but still room to maneuver
Chris Herrington resets the Memphis Grizzlies' offseason with an overview of where the roster/salary situation stands and what could be left to do.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies notebook: New player nicknames and numbers
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Buckley: Former NBA star Carlos Boozer ‘very proud’ as son Cam faces media with Grizzlies
High School Sports Collierville baseball coach not returning
High School Sports Scrum-believable: After years without a home field, Memphis Inner City Rugby puts down permanent roots
Food
Food Files: Plant Based Heat founder dies, restaurant lives on
Plant Based Heat, Tops Bar-B-Q and La Roche reopen, but a Downtown restaurant and an East Memphis liquor store are closing.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Umami Amora, a night to remember
Suburbs
Olive Branch police officers cleared in 2024 fatal shooting
Officers who were involved in a 2024 fatal shooting investigated by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation were cleared, the Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office said.
Public Safety Lindsey Whiteside trial delayed again
Arts & Culture
Fourth of July events to light up across Memphis area
Neighborhoods and cities across the metro area will host events ranging from fishing rodeos to fireworks.
Music Man or Astro-man? and Death to headline Gonerfest 23
Opinion
Herrington: Grizzlies enter offseason with full roster — but still room to maneuver
Chris Herrington resets the Memphis Grizzlies' offseason with an overview of where the roster/salary situation stands and what could be left to do.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: The Grizzlies unveiled a future, but getting past the present still requires a little work
Podcasts
The AM/DM Podcast: How to soak up the sun or escape the heat
On today’s show, we’ve got a rundown of indoor summer-themed events — and a one outdoor block party that’ll make you sweat.
Food The AM/DM podcast: Restaurant pop-ups keep popping
Games
Sudoku: June 26
Ready for today’s sudokus?