When one caddie gave into heat, local pro saves the day
No introduction between Andrew Argotsinger and Harris English was necessary. He just put down the beer, picked up the bag and started walking.
Man dies in Midtown after being detained by MPD
A heavy police presence continued to surround an apartment complex near Madison Avenue and Auburndale Street Friday evening after Memphis police officers detained an unidentified man earlier in the day.
You can cheer the shoes, but HUSH Y’ALL when golfers tee up
Custom golf tournament footwear, inspired by St. Jude, is part of designer Edward Bogard’s plan to change the world, one pair of shoes at a time.
Brian Kelsey sentenced in Nashville
The former state senator from Germantown received his sentence in the case centering on his attempts to funnel campaign money from his legislative seat toward supporting his failed 2016 congressional bid.
Hole in underground pipe contributed to Germantown water crisis
Germantown Public Works Director Bo Mills discussed future improvements planned for the the city’s Southern Avenue water plant following the suburb’s water crisis.
Lucas Glover leads at FESJC, but a hot field is lurking right behind
Glover leads Jordan Spieth by a stroke after a day when the August temperatures were the talk of the tournament.Related stories:
Rachel Heck reaches U.S. Women’s Amateur semifinals
The former St. Agnes Academy golfer returns from injury in time to reach final four.
Regional One closes one clinic, plans a second closure
Regional One Health closed its Guthrie Primary Care Clinic July 31 and said it plans to close its Kirby Primary Care Clinic by the end of the year, citing a need to consolidate services.
Some Memphis educators call state law ‘a barrier to teaching the truth’
Two Memphis educators are plaintiffs in a lawsuit filed against the state over the 2021 “prohibited concepts” law.
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.
Vanderbilt faces investigation over release of transgender health records
Hospital officials have confirmed Vanderbilt University Medical Center is facing a federal civil rights investigation after turning the medical records of transgender patients over to Tennessee’s attorney general.
Pop-up markets coming to Downtown cafe
For 901 Day, Cristina McCarter is looking for “any Memphis-made business owner or maker that is very ‘Memphis eccentric.’”
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.”
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.
Bailey: Naming fired Germantown employee follows basic journalism tenets
“We are in the journalism business, and our job is to inform readers about what happened.”
‘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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
Preseason has already been a test, but talented Collierville has the goods
A core group of college-bound seniors should serve the Dragons well in the ultra-competitive Region 8-6A.
Conaway: Swimming in memory with Ann Wiggs and Eudora Welty
“We met a month before at the spring-fed pool at Allison’s Wells, a fading Southern Belle of a place — sort of resort, part art colony, part retreat from change deep in the Mississippi woods outside of Canton.”
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.
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.