Impact of conflict in Middle East reaches Memphis
Rabbi Micah Greenstein of Temple Israel was supposed to leave last Sunday to lead a trip to Israel, and a separate group of Memphians are currently stuck in the country.Related story:
FedEx suspends operations in Israel
The logistics giant FedEx said all shipments destined to Israel currently in transition will be held “safely” in FedEx facilities.
Athlete, minister Tim Shelton gave his all, including in Ironman 70.3
“I’ve been coaching for a while. There is no other parent who has been as selfless, as humble, as willing to serve as Tim Shelton,” ECS head lacrosse coach Kyle Story said.
Herrington: Steven Adams’ return should boost Grizzlies, but frontcourt questions remain
Given coach Taylor Jenkins’ tendency to play a 10-man rotation, Brandon Clarke’s absence leaves an obvious quartet: Jaren Jackson Jr., Steven Adams, Santi Aldama and Xavier Tillman Sr. Can it all be so simple?
Mississippi River breaks last year’s record low
Preliminary data shows the Mississippi River’s level at Memphis likely hit a new all-time low in mid-September.
Maciel’s to open taqueria on Summer next spring
The owner of Maciel’s Tortas and Tacos plans to open a third location of the popular restaurant — with even more of an emphasis on tacos — early next spring.
Collierville plans for more parking near Town Square
Collierville leaders voted to demolish a building near town square, in hopes to provide more parking near Town Square.
Attorneys for former MPD officers allege Nichols had mushrooms, stolen credit cards
Attorneys for the U.S. government have argued the defense is looking to tarnish Tyre Nichols’ character during the May 2024 trial, while attorneys for the defense say Nichols’ state of mind that night is key.
Collierville’s Whaley leads after first round of TSSAA state golf
Henry O’Keefe of Briarcrest and Sophie Christopher of Houston are in second place in their respective tournaments heading into Tuesday final.
FAU is the preseason AAC favorite, but Memphis is up for the challenge
The budding rivalry between Memphis and Florida Atlantic was the talk of AAC Media Day, but the Tigers haven’t lost sight of the bigger picture. Four Tigers earn AAC preseason honors; Memphis picked to finish second in conferenceRelated story:
Nine area teams ranked in this week’s state football poll
Houston High (Class 6A) and Mitchell High (2A) are the new Memphis-area teams ranked this week.
Memphis women’s basketball picked to finish fifth in AAC, Griggs gets preseason All-AAC nod
Tigers fifth-year guard Madison Griggs made the preseason All-AAC first team.
Tigers look to beat ‘the king’ this week
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said the only way to reach the top of the conference is to beat the team that’s already there. That would be the preseason favorite Tulane, whom the Tigers face on Friday. Time set for Tigers game at UAB, date selected for Temple gameRelated story:
Searching for the root causes of litter
Janet Boscarino founded Clean Memphis to deal with litter. Now, some 15 years since its founding, Clean Memphis is evolving.
In Young’s swagger and hope, Memphians see a chance for Memphis to turn tide
With those words and what he said in his victory speech, the mayor-elect embodied the swagger and the hope that his supporters believe he could bring back to Memphis.
Memphis Sports Hall of Fame inductee never wanted to be anywhere but here
Known for his consummate professionalism and steady graciousness, evidence of Allie Prescott’s contributions are everywhere, from Redbirds GM to suite-seller for the Grizzlies to interim athletic director at the University of Memphis.
Vote for the high school football player of the week, Week 8
Standouts from FACS, Germantown, Melrose, Millington, Northpoint and Trezevant are up for consideration this week.
TBI rape kit processing times greatly improve after funding boost
Turnaround times at the Jackson Crime Lab, which processes sexual assault evidence kits from Memphis, decreased from 51 weeks to 18 weeks between July 2022 and August 2023. Last year, the numbers were getting worse.
Memphis-area top cross country times through Oct. 8
Houston’s Zoe Marsh and CBHS’ Joe Edwards continue to top the charts of top times produced by cross country runners in 2023 through 5K races reported as of Oct. 8, 2023.
Metro
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Shelby County Clerk’s office working Saturday to catch up with car title backlog
Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. federal sentencing delayed for fifth time
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hundreds of bikers roar into town for 20th year of St. Jude Rides
State Government Matthew Szalaj claims Democratic nomination for TN House — and only 1 person got to vote
Business
The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
The Lobbyist is advancing to the next phase of a more than $200,000 renovation.
Premium Business Former DeSoto County Visitors Bureau leadership backs fired Landers Center head
Premium Business Food Files: New doughnut shop fills former Downtown coffee shop
Premium Health Care Mayo Clinic Labs investing more than $30M, adding 234 jobs in Southaven
Premium Business Memphis library’s book sale returns without longtime partner
Sports
Friday prep report: Late touchdown helps Whitehaven escape with win over Germantown
Two former Red Devils settle the score for the Tigers against their old team.
High School Sports Sheals propels Collierville to nationally ranked victory over Knoxville Bearden
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis at Boise State: What to know for this significant Group of Six matchup
Premium Memphis Tigers Football How Memphis running back Jaylin Carter took college football by storm
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis drops third straight game to Norfolk in dramatic fashion
Food
Recipe Exchange: Caramelized’s sheet pan Memphis BBQ chicken fajitas
When Cara Greenstein is planning a weeknight dinner, she looks for shortcuts in two areas: prep time and cleanup.
Premium Real Estate The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
Suburbs
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Premium Arlington Sewer plant, women’s sports, Task Force: Dial, Leatherwood, Rose offer top legislative concerns
Arts & Culture
Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages
“Clue” graces the Orpheum Theatre’s stage this month along with “The Sound of Music” at the Harrell Performing Arts Theatre and more.
Arts & Culture Dark allegations echo after Prince Mongo’s death
Opinion
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Guest Columnists Maxey: Balancing the horror — and the inevitable good things — on Sept. 11
Podcasts
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Tiger family pride
Today’s puzzle features Kevin Stokes, father of Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes, as he cheers on his son at the Memphis/UNLV game. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.