‘Our St. Jude miracle’ tees up at golf tourney
For FedEx St Jude Championship pro-am participant Zach Thomson, a childhood brain tumor brought him to Memphis and eventually, it led to his love of golf.
On a day for low scoring at the FESJC, Spieth is the lowest
An eagle helps Texan Jordan Spieth take a 1-stroke lead over Tom Kim in first-round of FedEx St. Jude Championship.Related story:
Two days before surgery for bone cancer, one man traveled to Memphis to watch golf
“I’ve always wanted to come to a PGA event, and this was my chance because a friend of mine gave me the tickets,” Shane Bazzell said. “Even if I have to lay up at the house all day (Thursday), this will have been worth it.”
People’s Convention backs candidates in four council races on opening day
The three-day session opened with endorsements for four Memphis City Council candidates on the Oct. 5 ballot. About 150 people attended the event at the Memphis Sports and Event Center at Liberty Park.
Germantown committee recommends no reduction in water bills
Germantown’s resident-led commission recommended the suburb’s customers not get a water credit after a diesel spill forced residents to reduce the water usage for flushing toilets only.
Power to be restored by midnight Friday
Severe weather started Wednesday and continued into Thursday morning with heavy rainfall, gusts of wind up to 55 miles per hour and a brief tornado watch.
Save A Lot owner plans to keep stores full and fresh
“Their inventory levels were really low,” said Richard Gunn, who recently took over four Memphis stores. “I’m extremely passionate about keeping my stores looking like a grand opening every day — really well stocked and not just clean but sparkling clean.”
Affordable cottage community planned for Uptown
The project “increases Downtown housing options and diversity of offerings by adding unique cottage-style housing product to the market,” according to a report from the Downtown Memphis Commission.
Calkins: Think Memphis is down for good? You don’t know Jack.
You know Clarence, the angel in “It’s a Wonderful Life?” Jack Sammons is nothing like him. But in this challenging time for Memphis, Sammons shares a story about Clarence. And Memphians should take it to heart.
Sanford: With Herenton on the mayoral ballot, voters must ask, ‘Would we? Should we?’
“I consider the former mayor, who was elected five times, the most pivotal player in this year’s election for a couple of reasons.”
Former Collierville official to review Germantown water crisis
Records, news reports and social media postings will be reviewed to analyze the Germantown’s communication efforts after 250 to 300 gallons of diesel spilled at the suburb’s Southern Avenue water treatment plant July 19.Related Story:
Man charged in ambulance theft; pedestrian critically injured
At least two others suffered lesser injuries when their vehicles were struck by a Crittenden EMS vehicle that was stolen outside Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. The suspect is in custody.
Judge James Jones Jr. reprimanded for writing character letters
Jones, elected last August, has been disciplined for writing character letters for defendants in a Florida wire fraud case.
Memphis’ trip to the Dominican Republic offers clarity on team’s rotation
After a first look at the 2023-24 Tigers in their three exhibition games in the Dominican Republic, here’s how the group’s rotation might shake out.
A new coffee shop is coming to Downtown Memphis
Midsouth Coffee and Tea Co. is seeking a $30,000 grant from the Center City Development Corp., an affiliate of the Downtown Memphis Commission,
FedEx CEO to earn a new base salary of more than $1M
The increase will bring Raj Subramaniam’s base salary, first set in 2022 months after he took leadership of the company, from $1.3 million to $1.45 million.
Here’s what Calvo wants in the next MSCS superintendent
Barely one week into his new role, Mauricio Calvo already has ideas regarding the superintendent search, charter schools and student literacy.
Herrington: Pau Gasol brings the Grizzlies to the Hall of Fame
Gasol began his NBA journey with the Grizzlies, and that period is more than a footnote as he enters the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend.
Tina Turner, Chadwick Boseman, Grace Jones alight at the Brooks
“We’re just so proud to have the exhibition here in what is now the largest majority Black city in America,” said the Memphis Brooks Museum’s executive director. “We think it’s so essential that every Memphian sees themselves reflected here in our museum.”
Grizzlies Insider: When Bobby Bones and Luke Kennard make a bet, St. Jude wins
Luke Kennard’s first time golfing in Memphis began with a donation to St. Jude.
What Daily Memphians think*
“I met Mr. Calvo many years ago when reviewing grant applications for the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis. He impressed me then and I have followed his career since. … I expect he’ll be a positive force in the education community.” — Suzanne Allen, about Here’s what Calvo wants in the next MSCS superintendent
“The technology is there to objectively redistrict where no political party is involved in the decision making. Geographic information systems can count people down to the census tract and try to keep counties all in the same district …” — Devin Greaney, about Civil rights groups suing Tennessee over Republican-led redistricting
“Affordable and creative solution to the many health challenges in our community. The Y and the Chamber should be congratulated!” — Will Hayley, about Chamber helping to open new primary care clinics in YMCAs
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$10 Deal: This Ryu soup blends tastes of Japan, Korea and Vietnam
Ryu’s kimchi dumpling soup comes in a size somewhere between a cup and a bowl. It’s pretty to look at and even more fun to eat.
After a successful but unsatisfying season, MASE has business to finish
A faster defense, a talented transfer quarterback and the quicker-than-expected return of Kumaro Brown have the Phoenix poised for another deep run.
The To-Do List: Elvis, golf and party where Swifties can ‘Shake It Off’
This week, Large Professor plays on the anniversary of hip-hop, Michael Oher signs his new book and Crosstown’s plaza becomes a water park.
Tigers football notebook: Sutton Smith frontrunner for kick return position
New special teams coordinator Chris White offered updates on the kicking battle and mentioned a couple of players who could start as returners. Tigers Football Insider: Players on preseason watchlists for national awardsRelated Story:
Metro
TN lawmakers file bill challenging immigrants’ access to public education
The legislation would directly challenge a more than 40-year-old precedent that ensures all children access to a free public education regardless of immigration status.
Education Hooks Institute to honor award-winning author Feb. 5
Business
Inked: First Congo selling two buildings, Germantown getting new retail center
Watertower Place at Forest Hill to open in Germantown, First Congregational Church to sell two buildings and Oteka Technologies relocates.
Premium City of Memphis Proposed xAI greywater plant faces City Council skepticism
Sports
Triple Vision: Japan inspired Jaren Jackson Jr. It showed him that he’s not ‘insane’
Japan offered Jaren Jackson Jr. a new perspective on work ethic. His journey to Asia was the first time since his NBA career started that he didn’t feel “insane.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: Tigers have to do more than just win. Much more.
Food
A brotherhood grows — and flourishes — at Acre
Being named a James Beard awards semifinalist is the culmination of three decades of working together for the duo at Acre.
Suburbs
Suburbs look for silver linings after school-voucher legislation passes
Caught on the back foot by the Tennessee Legislature, the suburban school systems are thinking about how to move forward with the reality of school vouchers.
Arts & Culture
Kash Doll to Keith Sykes: Five must-see shows for February
Also this month, two venues showcase local Americana and R&B musicians in new series and Stax Music Academy’s annual Black History Month show features Ant Clemons, Evvie McKinney and Corey Lou & DaVillage.
Opinion
Calkins: A story of friendship and basketball — and why the Memphis Tigers mean so much
Ninety-four-year-old Thelma Scott gave up her season ticket this year. But give up on her Tigers? Not a chance. The university gave her a life she couldn’t have imagined. And it is still giving her friends.
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Halfway through AAC slate, how does Memphis look?
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin review the Tigers’ performances through the opening half of their American Athletic Conference schedule, look ahead at the team’s remaining regular-season games and try to pinpoint a ceiling and floor for the group’s NCAA Tournament seed.