Calkins: The best golf story in Memphis. (And it’s not really about golf).
Meet Cross Kubik. He’s a golfer. He may not be the best golfer in Memphis this week. But he’s the reason — the real reason— all the great golfers are here.Related story:
New bail courtroom wins county funding in rare joint appearance by Weirich and Mulroy
The new court is expected to hold full hearings on bail requests; its creation was prompted by threats of a lawsuit over the way bail is handled in Shelby County and the success of a similar lawsuit in another jurisdiction.
Minority business contracting plan approved by county commission
The commission also approved Monday, Aug. 8, a resolution that urges local law enforcement make their lowest priority the enforcement of the state’s new abortion law that takes effect later this month.
Chicago company proposes zip line adventure park for Mud Island
The group is scheduled to make a presentation Tuesday, Aug. 9, to the Memphis City Council for a Mud Island version of the “adventure park.”
Taylor: Health Dept. ‘actively working’ with local monkeypox patients
Shelby County Health Department director Dr. Michelle Taylor kicked off Monday’s Shelby County Commission meeting with local updates on both COVID-19 and monkeypox.
County commission seeks state oversight of county clerk’s office
The resolution drew bipartisan support with four Democratic commissioners abstaining but none voting against the measure sponsored by two Republican commissioners.
Most charges dropped against man who threatened mass shooting Downtown
All but one charge against a man who threatened to shoot people leaving a FedExForum concert last month were dropped during a Monday appearance.
Faced with state’s new voucher program, Ray’s absence, MSCS begins new school year
At the beginning of the 155th new school year for the district now known as MSCS, it is facing several critical issues. In wake of school shootings, here’s how local leaders are trying to keep students safeRelated stories:
Suburban districts see back to school as a return to normalcy post-pandemic
August marked a new beginning as schools weren’t bound by the health department’s COVID restrictions.
FedEx St. Jude Championship announces field
Memphis’ annual PGA Tour stop serves as the first round of the playoffs and the top 125 eligible golfers will compete beginning Thursday. Heading the list is Scottie Scheffler, who is No. 1 in both in the Cup standings and in the world rankings.
Herrington: Why Dillon Brooks is likely to get an extension offer from the Grizzlies, and to turn it down
While the NBA has gone quiet, potential contract extensions still loom for Grizzlies Dillon Brooks, Steven Adams and Brandon Clarke.
$750M project would replace all but one tower at aging Regional One center
The capital initiative would entail replacing the aging hospital with a contemporary facility, but the financing for the project drew concerns from Shelby County Commissioners yesterday.
New Eats: Tuyen’s Asian Bistro on Cleveland becoming a hot spot
The two most popular items on the menu are the house egg rolls and the lemongrass tofu, both for good reason.
Memphis author Mark Greaney talks about massive Netflix movie
“The Gray Man” starring Ryan Gosling earned more than 88.5 million viewing hours during its first three days being released, becoming the service’s fifth best launch week for a Netflix film.
Tigers defensive lineman enters the transfer portal
A player who spent two seasons with the University of Memphis is no longer listed on the Tigers’ official roster for the 2022 season.
What’s new for Elvis Week 2022
Scheduled events for the 45th commemoration of Elvis Presley’s death include screenings of “Elvis” as well as performances from some younger musicians.
Collierville board approves urgent care plan
The facility will sit on the east side of Fletcher Road, north of Poplar Avenue near the eastern edge of the suburb.
Navy football continues tradition of choosing captains with Memphis-area roots
The program has become a bright spot for players with local roots to show they can exceed at the highest levels of leadership, both on the field and for our country.
John Martin: It’s time to hang a banner for the ‘08 Tigers
This year will mark 15 years since Derrick Rose, Chris Douglas-Roberts, Antonio Anderson, Joey Dorsey and Robert Dozier came closer to a college basketball title than any other Memphis team. For that, they deserve to be recognized.
FedEx adds to board of directors after agreement with activist investor
FedEx also announced Monday it will nominate retired Navy Vice Admiral Nancy A. Norton to its board when the company holds its annual meeting of stockholders in September.
Clothes make the man, but that’s only half the story
“If that person says, ‘I like your outfit’ or stares or the car that drives by honks, it’s going to be a fun night,” said Mark Sandfoss, a zoologist with a flair for fashion.
High school football 2022: Senior leaders hope to carry Briarcrest far
With all-state quarterback J.D. Sherrod and a host of talented receivers returning, Saints’ offense should be potent.
The highs — and lows — of Ryan Silverfield’s first two seasons
Entering his third season as head football coach at the University of Memphis, he has led the Tigers through a pandemic, adapted to the transfer portal and posted the highest winning percentage in program history by a first-year head coach.
Metro
The Early Word: County tax woes and a Task Force with no end in sight
Southaven residents are still waiting to hear from SpaceXAI over buyouts, the “Duck Dynasty” still reigns over the federal duck stamp contest and the Grizzlies are pretty darn healthy.
Collierville The AM/DM podcast: Departure leaves Collierville looking for a new town administrator
Business
Southaven homeowners by SpaceXAI power plant haven’t received offer for their land despite reports
Residents had mixed feelings about both selling their home to SpaceXAI and the noise its power plant creates.
Premium Real Estate ‘It’s going in the wrong direction’: Assessor sounds alarm on county tax base
Sports
CBHS, MUS will play as football independents in 2027, 2028
The Brothers and Owls join two Nashville-area programs in response to growing dissatisfaction with Chattanooga Baylor, Chattanooga McCallie and Brentwood Academy.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The new-look Grizzlies begin the season sound of body and mind. That’s a start.
Food
Annual Southern Foodways event to be held in Memphis
The Memphis event is only the third time in almost 30 years the Southern Foodway’s symposium has been held outside of Oxford, Mississippi.
Suburbs
The AM/DM podcast: Departure leaves Collierville looking for a new town administrator
Today, we discuss the ongoing impact of a conflict that started between the town administrator and the fire chief, both of whom no longer work for Collierville.
Premium Germantown Germantown rejects residents’ appeal of Bodine School expansion
Neighborhoods
Native soil: Dixon manager grows his side business with indigenous plants
For Adam Queen, growing plants is both a hobby and a career.
Arts & Culture
Minnesota artist claims fourth victory at national duck stamp competition
The winning artwork will appear on the 2027-28 Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp. Sadly, no readers met Geoff Calkins' challenge to predict the winner.
Opinion
Herrington: The new-look Grizzlies begin the season sound of body and mind. That’s a start.
The most substantial and, happily, best news from Monday’s season-launching “media day” at FedExForum came from the medical update: There wasn’t much of one.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Departure leaves Collierville looking for a new town administrator
Today, we discuss the ongoing impact of a conflict that started between the town administrator and the fire chief, both of whom no longer work for Collierville.