Calkins: LIV golfers have everything money can buy. Except Memphis.
Remember when it was a struggle to get the best golfers in the world to come to Memphis? Now it requires a federal judge to keep them out of here.
Memphis Redbirds sold a second time, leaving Diamond Baseball Holdings
The Memphis Redbirds have a new ownership group, but Craig Unger will remain president and general manager of the team.
LIV players denied temporary restraining order, won’t play in FedEx St. Jude Championship
Judge Freeman denied the temporary restraining order because the LIV golfers failed to show “irreparable harm.” Their contracts factored in losses for missing PGA Tour events. Scottie Scheffler on another level since first visit to MemphisRelated story:
Sources: Sulipeck not returning to FOX13
The TV station’s chief meteorologist hasn’t appeared on air since May, after a controversial tweet following the Grizzlies’ Game 3 loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Swearengen resigns, Council debates district lines
The resignation comes as the council debates whether or not to make changes to district lines ahead of the special election .
Mud Island zip line proposal has Strickland’s support
Developers would like a 30-year lease with plans to open with the debut of the renovated Tom Lee Park next spring. Chicago company proposes zip line adventure park for Mud IslandRelated story:
Dermon Bldg., University Lofts PILOTs approved by CCRFC
“This is a key historic building in Downtown,” a Downtown Memphis Commission staffer said. “The building has been vacant … we want to see it brought back to use.”
Council moves to hire consultant after members clash over MLGW process
The body’s chairwoman issued a separate request for proposals — and other council members said they were oblivious to the request.
Memphis City Council shuts down city primaries ballot question
The council vote Tuesday, Aug. 9, followed a Democratic sweep last week in county elections and a failed ballot question on extending city term limits.
Petition calls for Amy Coney Barrett’s removal from Rhodes’ Hall of Fame
The petition requests Barrett’s removal from the Hall of Fame based on her “public breach of the Honor Code.”
Live at the Garden searches for Lady A replacement
Lady A, which was scheduled to perform at Live at the Garden later this month, has postponed its tour.
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:
Member of Memphis State Eight dies
“Ralph’s impact on our institution and community is immeasurable, and we will forever celebrate his remarkable courage and legacy,” the University of Memphis wrote in a tweet.
Blight Authority plans to acquire 30 properties per month
Michael O. Harris is the new leader of the Blight Authority of Memphis and he has big plans to transform communities.
Memphis native Wendy Moten returns to the Orpheum
“The Voice” runner-up has been on the road for most of the year, touring alongside Vince Gill.
Youngest 901 FC signee has a Nighte — and a goal — to remember
Nighte Pickering’s wonder goal was the highlight of the debut of 901 FC’s youngest signing.
Silverfield expects ‘big things’ from tight end Caden Prieskorn
University of Memphis junior Caden Prieskorn appears to be the front-runner to replace former Tiger Sean Dykes as tight end.
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.
$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.
Metro
For some, Juneteenth a reminder of painful past
Each year, the two-day Memphis festival celebrates June 19, 1865, when enslaved Texans learned of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Premium City of Memphis Meharry Medical College announces Memphis expansion Monday
Business
Trump tariffs concern FedEx founder Fred Smith
Smith estimated FedEx is “the biggest tax collector of tariffs by any entity in America” based on what it is transporting.
Transportation & Logistics Tennessee leaders push federal legislation to fix roads around airports
Sports
Grizzlies’ Zach Edey suffers injury
The Memphis Grizzlies announced a medical update for center Zach Edey, and it is bad news for the 2025-2026 season.
Sports Arkansas defeats UT in opening game of Super Regional
Food
Hooters closes Downtown Memphis location
Hooters filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year.
Premium Food News Food Files: Downtown sports bar doubling in size
Suburbs
Blue wave in Horn Lake? Democrats win big
Democrats had a strong showing in the Horn Lake municipal elections this week, including capturing the city’s mayoral race.
Premium Germantown Amen to more parking: Germantown church gets green light for expansion
Arts & Culture
For some, Juneteenth a reminder of painful past
Each year, the two-day Memphis festival celebrates June 19, 1865, when enslaved Texans learned of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Update Arts & Culture Pride parade and festival canceled, Juneteenth event delayed
Neighborhoods
Pride parade and festival canceled, Juneteenth event delayed
Saturday morning’s thunderstorms that brought lightning and 1-2 inches of rain have disrupted several outdoor events planned for the day.
Opinion
Conaway: Assault by packaging is open and shut case
“The top of the medicine packet didn’t give, but the edge julienned his fingers like Julia Childs over a pair of carrots.”
Podcasts
Live at the Garden’s summer lineup
Olivia Wall from the Memphis Botanic Garden talks with Eric Barnes about the 25th anniversary of Live at the Garden.