Halbert goes to Jamaica, Comptroller says she’s ‘AWOL’
The Tennessee Comptroller’s office confirmed Halbert’s vacation to Jamaica with Comptroller Jason Mumpower calling her “AWOL.”
Emmanuel Akot is gone. What’s next for the Memphis Tigers?
Emmanuel Akot, the Boise State transfer who signed in June, has enrolled at Western Kentucky, according to CBSSports’ Jon Rothstein.
MSCS to ‘possibly make new determinations regarding district leadership’
The Memphis-Shelby County Schools board will meet Tuesday evening to vote on one item — the employment of superintendent Joris Ray.
Election commission certifies Aug. 4 vote
The results show 23.6% of Shelby County’s registered voters cast ballots.
Asian Palace sold, new restaurant opening in its place
Asian Palace, a staple for authentic Chinese and American-Chinese food and dim sum on Summer Avenue, will soon be fit for a “King.”
Collierville leaders say hospital may add senior care facility
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville hopes to add services for seniors at its suburban campus.
Herrington: Kevin Durant to the Grizzlies? It’s not crazy, but it is complicated
There’s a case to be made for Memphis: Durant could win big alongside Ja Morant, and do so in a way that gets him the kind of credit that eluded him with Golden State. Grizzlies show interest in Kevin Durant trade, per Athletic reportRelated story:
Vote for high school football player of the week, Week 1
Standouts from Brighton, Central, Germantown, Munford, MUS and Sheffield are up for consideration this week.
Demolition begins for Downtown fire station
Until recently, the building housed a Memphis Fire station and headquarters for the department.
City Council goes to the maps in redistricting for special race
The council sets the district lines for the Nov. 8 ballot special election in council District 4. Meanwhile, the council plans to appoint someone to the seat in the interim to serve until the special election winner is certified.
Seth Henigan named to Manning Award watchlist
The University of Memphis player is the only true sophomore on the watchlist that includes 30 college quarterbacks.
Tennessee Dept. of Education tied to Rhode Island FBI inquiry
Rhode Island’s governor is being investigated for skirting the competitive bidding process and granting a seven-figure contract to a friend. One of the consultant’s partners is TN Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn’s former chief of staff.
Are later high school start times in the suburbs better for students?
With studies showing benefits of students starting classes later in the morning, several districts are studying the move.
Opinion: The suburbs need a voice on whether MLGW will leave TVA
Isn’t it time for MLGW to expand their board representation to include the entire service area instead of restricting voting membership to Memphis?
Herrington: Consumer’s Guide to the 2022-2023 Grizzlies home schedule
Chris Herrington’s Consumer’s Guide to the 2022-2023 Grizzlies home schedule, with all games rated on a four-star scale.
MPD could soon monitor business surveillance systems
If a crime occurs at a business, investigators would be able to download surveillance footage directly from the business instead of having to request it — something that can take hours, MPD says.
One day, one test: Keeping score isn’t as easy as 1, 2, 3
Even as Tennessee moves forward with a law that could hold back tens of thousands of third graders, there is widespread misunderstanding about what it even means to read at “grade level.”
Firefighters hold Sea of Red for fallen comrade
A procession of Memphis Fire Department vehicles lit the city red on Sunday in memory of firefighter David Pleasant, who died after he and three other firefighters were injured in a collision Aug. 10 while responding to a fire alarm.
Ballot taking shape for Nov. 8 election
The Shelby County Election Commission meets Monday, Aug. 22, to certify the August election results, including winners of the state and federal primaries from that ballot.
Metro
Judge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
Questions delay the hearing for the Midtown recovery home opposed by neighbors and allegedly in violation zoning rules.
Public Safety Central High student in critical condition after shooting
Business
JoJo’s Espresso expands into space five times larger than original
JoJo’s Espresso, now in the 850-square-foot suite 114 at 1730 S. Germantown Road, will open in its new 5,000-square-foot space in the late first quarter.
Health Care Former St. Jude fundraising exec to lead global anti-hunger charity
Sports
Terry Tippett won games and influenced lives in equal measure
Tippett did a lot of winning. Six state championships and 902 games to be exact. Basketball was important — but not as important as the people who played it.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies update injury report ahead of clash with Denver
Food
JoJo’s Espresso expands into space five times larger than original
JoJo’s Espresso, now in the 850-square-foot suite 114 at 1730 S. Germantown Road, will open in its new 5,000-square-foot space in the late first quarter.
Suburbs
Germantown school board member resigns
Daniel Chatham was elected in 2022. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is responsible for appointing an individual to finish the unexpired term.
Arts & Culture
Preston Lamm leaves 40-year legacy at Rum Boogie Cafe
Beale Street would not be what it is today without Rum Boogie Cafe owner, and former CPA, Preston Lamm. But today, he will turn over the keys to the club’s new owner.
Opinion
Hutchinson: Beware of these lending scams
A Florida woman claimed to have more than 10 years of experience in grant writing. In reality, her last known employment was at a Krystal, and she was on probation for stealing cash deposits from it.
Podcasts
Workforce initiatives at U of M expand their reach
Leaders of the three separate initiatives joined Eric Barnes to talk about their programs this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: More is more
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from freelance photojournalist Brad Vest taken for The Daily Memphian at John Mark Enterprises in Germantown.