Defense, kicking game carries Jackson State to Classic victory
Jackson State University kicker Alejandro Mata claimed game’s MVP award while JSU’s defense continues to shine. Box score: Jackson State 16, Tennessee State 3 Related story:
State crime lab took 11 months to test DNA linking Cleotha Abston to 2021 rape
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says MPD should have acted more aggressively to solve the 2021 assault; DNA analysis was completed a few days after the disappearance of Eliza Fletcher. Eliza Fletcher’s alleged killer investigated in 2021 for rapeRelated story:
Calkins: How did Memphis beat Navy? By letting Seth be Seth.
When you’ve got Seth Henigan, who needs a running game? The Memphis Tigers won their first game of the season — and their first road game in exactly a year— by letting Seth be Seth.
Tigers wanted to give the ‘city something to smile about’
“We know this was such a tough week for the city of Memphis and this one was for those people. ...We hope that for a few hours we were able to be a small and shining light for our great community,” Coach Ryan Silverfield said.
Tigers’ offense clicks in road win at Navy
It was the most points the University of Memphis has ever scored in Annapolis, defeating the Midshipmen.Related story:
Box score: Memphis 37, Navy 13
Memphis goes on the road to Annapolis, Maryland and defeats Navy, 37-13. QB Seth Henigan led the way with over 400 yards passing.Related article:
‘Eliza. It means joy.’ Hundreds gather to remember Eliza Fletcher
Cars overflowed from the Second Presbyterian Church parking lot onto Central Avenue as the community gathered Saturday, Sept. 10, for the funeral of Eliza Fletcher.
Saving Memphis one teen mom at a time
A young mother, a community educator and a new social development firm work to unpack and defy grim teen birth statistics, build healthy families and ‘redesign’ the community.
MPD says 17-year-old not victim of Wednesday night mass shooting
Corteria Wright, who died in a shooting Wednesday night, was not killed by Ezekiel Kelly, the 19-year-old accused of going on a city-wide shooting spree.Related story:
Stern clinic computer system hacked, lost phone, internet
Patient at her appointment was told medical records could not be accessed.
Tucker Carlson blames ‘Bill Lee and guilty liberals like him’ for violent crime in Memphis
Carlson characterized Lee as soft on crime in a monologue against criminal justice reform, which, he claimed, “means letting violent people out of prison early.”
At prayer event, West Memphis mayor calls out violence
Medical assistant who lived in the community was a victim of daylong shooting spree across Memphis.
Weirich pushes back on criticism of 2020 Kelly plea deal
Former Shelby County District Attorney Amy Weirich talked to The Daily Memphian about the 2020 plea deal for Ezekiel Kelly that Gov. Bill Lee called an example of “soft-on-crime plea deals.” Gov. Lee calls for changes in plea deals during Memphis visitRelated story:
Delta Dental sees opportunities in vision coverage
“One thing that we have seen on the dental side, and I suspect it will be similar with vision, people are becoming less loyal to their dentists and will look for in-network providers,” said Dr. Phil Wenk, Delta Dental of Tennessee president and CEO.
Bartlett upends top-ranked Lausanne
Panthers’ offense was productive and now coach Lance Tucker wants to see how team responds with huge region contest looming.
Recipe Exchange: Banh Mi
Want to make banh mi at home? We make it easy.
Friday prep report: Owls blank Pharaohs
Tee Perry and Makhi Shaw each score twice while defense dominates.
Every Single Thing: The whole menu at Pantà
With Every Single Thing, we rank every single dish on the menu at Pantà, starting with our favorites and working down.
Shooting suspect charged with first-degree murder, more charges to come
Ezekiel Kelly was arrested late Wednesday after allegedly killing three and injuring three others in a day-long shooting spree, some of which was streamed to Facebook Live. A tally of terror: 6 shot, 3 dead in gunman’s daylong, cross-city rampageRelated stories:
Casualty of Wednesday’s shooting ‘wasn’t just a random victim. He was an uncle’
Richard Clark was a humble, quiet man, the youngest of seven, and, for him, family came first. Jackson Avenue vigil hosts prayer, praise to honor victims of shooting spreeRelated stories:
Six local artists to provide instruction at Memphis Botanic Gardens
Artists who attend the en plein air events are encouraged to submit their work for an exhibition that will be on display in December. However, any artist can submit their artwork for consideration for the exhibit; the submission deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 1.
Sandwiches around town, at home and from all over
Jennifer and Chris talk about sandwiches, the kind you make at home and the kind you order out, and it turns out someone doesn’t like a muffuletta.
From ‘Young Rock’ to Billy Eichner, Kerri Mahoney makes TV shows and movies real
The Memphis-based graphic designer joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about props, album covers, toys and more.
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
The healing power of sports: Tonight fans can cheer our hometown athletes, the Memphis Redbirds. And until Sept. 19 you can sign up a child for free or almost-free tennis lessons. And if you get a chance, thank the MPD officers who helped make Let’s Finish Eliza’s Run possible.
Calkins: For the first time, Hardaway tells his story — and it explains a lot
When Fred Jones asked the Tigers coach to give a keynote address, Hardaway wasn’t quite sure what to say. But at Friday’s Southern Heritage Classic luncheon, Hardaway sure said a lot.Related story:
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Motorists take notice of task force
With traffic stops being a large part of the task force’s activities, anecdotal evidence suggests some area drivers are becoming more conscientious about expired license plates and revoked driver’s licenses.
Premium State Government MPD is not working with ICE on immigration, Young says
Education MSCS says it’s on track to improve chronic absenteeism
Premium South Memphis Pastors take steps to control task force impact on their congregations
Business
How Malcolm Rawls helps Memphis RISE
“So many people in Memphis, unfortunately, are pros at managing poverty,” Malcolm Rawls said. “The biggest challenge is breaking the shame and stigma around asking for help with money and money management.”
Premium Real Estate ‘A rising tide lifts all boats': Local vet has a vision for Collierville Square
Premium Business New initiative introduces Memphis-area students to high-demand careers
Premium Spirit of Memphis For this dentist who makes house calls, her life mission is ‘more than just about teeth’
Sports
Herrington: These Grizzlies need patience. Does a ‘joy’-less Ja Morant have any to give?
The demonstrative, communicative Morant fans witnessed in the season’s opening three-game homestand seemed like a distant memory Monday.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Can Morant get his joy back? He says ‘We’ll see’
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies coach says discussions with Morant to remain ‘internal’
Sports Henderson’s late goal moves Tigers women’s soccer into semifinals
Food
What to order: The Memphian’s Korean BBQ short ribs and mushroom flatbread
Why bar hop the block when you can simply hop on an elevator?
Suburbs
Heroes needed: Youth Villages preps for annual Holiday Heroes initiative
The Holiday Heroes program for Youth Villages is underway and the organization is looking for volunteers to make the holidays special for young people under its care.
Arts & Culture
Orpheum Theatre Group to get a ‘facelift’ by 100th anniversary
The revitalization project is the latest in the Orpheum Theatre Group’s work to modernize the Downtown campus.
Opinion
Guest Column: ‘Living in Memphis means choosing life over fear’
“We can’t let people who don’t actually live in Memphis tell us how terrible our own city is. ... Yes, there’s risk here – but there’s also rhythm, resilience and beauty.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Visit a Downtown restaurant and the City Council
On this episode of The AM/DM podcast, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips help you prepare for the week ahead.