No more waiting: Grizzlies get first win, beat Trail Blazers
The Memphis Grizzlies showed resolve on Sunday by erasing a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter to get the win. Related story:
Tigers three-peat, win AAC women’s soccer tournament title
The Mustangs outshot the Tigers and had more shots on goal, but just as they did during the regular season, the Tigers prevailed on the scoreboard.
This Week in Memphis: Tigers’ season starts without Penny, Terrence Howard is here
What’s ahead this week? Leftwich Tennis Center will reopen, Downtown Dining Week is happening, and Mississippi voters are headed to the polls.
Memphis Japan Festival cultivates community
“It creates a sense of community between Japanese and West Tennesseans with an interest in Japan, some who will never travel there.”
Jason Smith, a second-generation media personality, finds his path
When Jason Smith moved to sports-talk radio 92.9 ESPN, he learned fast that making it work would be about his personality and the on-air chemistry with co-host John Martin.
With the Mighty Mississippi at a low, Memphis’ cruise ships turn to buses
Memphis has bet on the Mississippi River cruise industry and its tourism dollars, but as the river hits record lows, cruise operators and the city prepare for an uncertain future.
Memphis basketball season forecast: Predictions for the Tigers’ 2023-24 campaign
The Tigers have aspirations of being an AP Top 25 team for much of the regular season and making a deep NCAA Tournament run. They’ve got plenty of talent, but can they do it?
Memphis women’s basketball ready to begin new chapter with Simmons
Even as they start over with their third coach in four years, the Tigers are excited for what the 2023-24 season holds with first-year coach Alex Simmons on the sideline.
Tigers win shootout with USF
Quarterback Seth Henigan did pretty much whatever needed to be done as Memphis defeated South Florida. What a moment for Memphis native Tevin Carter Tigers defense gets the stops when needed, but there’s work to be doneRelated stories:
Crime rates continue to climb across Memphis
Bill Gibbons, president of the crime commission, said Memphis is not the only city seeing its crime rate rise, especially in the car theft category, “but that is little comfort.”
Cooper House’s ‘project’ is brewing small-batch beers
An economics professor at Mississippi State University has turned his hobby into a Cooper-Young business, joining an ever-growing group of local brewers.
Artists share their wares at Broad Avenue Art Walk
Handmade jewelry, art exhibits, dessert studio activities and the chance to drink a cup of coffee were just some of the things at the fifth annual Broad Avenue Art Walk.
Questions that will define the Tigers’ 2023-24 season
Memphis certainly has the talent to have its best season in more than a decade, but there are a few key factors that will determine just how far this group of Tigers goes. Martin: Even without DeAndre Williams, this Tigers team has a chance for greatnessRelated story:
Juvenile Court reevaluating when and how it decides to detain youths
Shelby County Juvenile Court is auditing its Detention Assessment Tool, which it uses to determine if youth accused of crimes will be kept in custody or sent home.
Bartlett enjoys wave of new commercial activity
Several commercial ventures including Lopez Grill and O’Reilly Auto Parts, are nearing completion in as interest increases in the suburb that’s in commuting distance of BlueOval City.
Southaven Chamber Foundation building business academy, mentorship program
The Southaven chamber has formed a foundation to support local businesses and serve as a mentor to those in the early stages of operation.
Metro
Numerous rule violations led to death of 6-year-old girl left on bus, state inspection shows
A state inspection shows that a series of failures by the staff at Kid University directly contributed to the death of 6-year-old Winter Jones, who was left on a bus for hours on a day when the temperature reached 99 degrees.
Spirit of Memphis Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Education City Council will talk data centers and medical debt
State Government Four Memphis attorneys nominated for two new Criminal Court judicial positions
Business
Apartments near Liberty Stadium could get new owners
The EDGE board will hear the application at its Aug. 19 meeting at Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South. Central Lofts owners have entered a purchase agreement for the 127-unit apartment property.
Premium Real Estate Baptist buys East Memphis hotel
Business SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
Business Motion pictures are getting motion seating
Premium Real Estate Local real estate brokers embrace AI but warn: Trust and verify
Sports
How many votes did the Tigers receive in AP Top 25 poll?
The preseason Associated Press Top 25 for the 2026 football season has been released.
High School Sports High school volleyball 2026: Arlington, Briarcrest lead the way
High School Sports High school football 2026: Local week-by-week schedule
Memphis Tigers Football ‘They know when Christmas is’: Huff gives team date for naming starting quarterback
High School Sports TSWA high school prep football preseason poll
Food
Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Owner and local restaurateur Karen Carrier will open the Victorian lounge to the public once again Friday, Sept. 25 — something she’s done about once a quarter for the past couple of years.
Premium Dining Guides What to order: The Lobbyist’s white fish spread
Suburbs
SpaceXAI says its working on training center for Southaven first responders
The company said it is investing $40 million “to help strengthen the local emergency response systems.”
North Mississippi Reeves taps another North Mississippian for state Supreme Court seat
Arts & Culture
Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Owner and local restaurateur Karen Carrier will open the Victorian lounge to the public once again Friday, Sept. 25 — something she’s done about once a quarter for the past couple of years.
Business Motion pictures are getting motion seating
Opinion
Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Michael Cianciolo was shot down over Italy in 1943. More than 80 years later, his remains were buried in Memphis with full military honors.
Opinion Maxey: ‘I’m of Memphis. It’s who I am and what I am.’
Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Print media to patient care
Today’s puzzle features the Commercial Appeal building under demolition. The photo was taken by Brad Vest.