Lucas Glover’s victory at FedEx St. Jude Championship shows power of self-belief
“When you work hard, you never know when it can turn around,” Glover said Sunday after his win at TPC Southwind.
Lucas Glover wins FESJC in playoff
For the second consecutive year, the FedEx St. Jude Championship went to a playoff on Sunday, Aug. 13, to decide the winner of the first event of the FedEx Cup playoffs.Related story:
Art and community blend at Memphis Botanic Garden exhibit
Memphis Botanic Garden heats up with the “Summer Sizzle ‘23” exhibit, where the works of more than 50 Memphis-area artists are on display.
East Memphis Edwin Watts Golf comes to Rory McIlroy’s rescue
Rory McIlroy’s caddie, Harry Diamond, walked into Edwin Watts Golf right before closing.
Grizzlies’ Aldama, Jackson duel in USA Basketball win over Spain
Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. had solid performances for their respective countries on Sunday.
Eight injured in shooting near Beale early Sunday morning
MPD Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis said there will continue to be a “heightened law enforcement presence” Downtown.
Eleven-year-old girl rescued from storm drain in Bartlett
Bartlett Police reported the child was found unharmed at around 11 a.m. in the exact area where she went missing.
One-year marriage of Memphis City Schools and Shelby County Schools ended in a happy divorce — for one side
It was the largest and shortest public school district merger in United States history. A decade later, leaders on both sides recall the road that led to an unhappy “shotgun wedding.”
Political Roundup: People’s Convention fiery finale, Kelsey’s end
Mayoral contender Paul Young took the convention’s endorsement Saturday, Aug. 12, but rival Van Turner delivered a fiery speech and both called for changing the city’s political status quo. City council endorsements are also listed.
Bartlett hospital’s clothing closet discharges patients with dignity
The clothes closet at Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett has existed unofficially for a couple of years, with emergency department staff bringing in clothing donations for the trauma patients they serve each day.
New Eats: Wild Cultures Sourdough Bakery isn’t just about the bread
Health soapbox aside, fermented food is delicious. Natural fermentation unlocks surprising flavors that are otherwise unachievable from cooking alone.
The lights are on, but are Floyd Bonner and Van Turner home?
The two mayoral candidates purchased homes within Memphis in the months before a ruling cleared the way for them to run for mayor despite a five-year residency requirement.
Bog & Barley to begin serving Sunday brunch
East Memphis’ Bog & Barley is adding another ‘b’ to its offerings: brunch.
TBI identifies man who died after being detained by police
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released the name of a 19-year-old man who died after being detained by Memphis police in Midtown Friday.
Leaders of Color grads step out, eager to take their place in community
The nonprofit organization’s six-month leadership program guides members of the Black and Latinx communities to run for public office or to campaign for others seeking elected positions.
DeSoto County DA-elect credits hard stance on Memphis crime in landslide victory
Come Jan. 1, DeSoto County will have its third district attorney in less than two years following the election of Matthew Barton to the position in the 23rd Circuit Court District.
Echols: ‘Memphis, we must not overlook each other’
“Our people are gold. They’re not the type you just walk out on. ... The everyday folks that make up Memphis are awesome.”
Charcuterie boards and more offered at Graz’n Tables in Collierville
The products being sold are charcuterie boards, “lunchables,” doughnuts and a variety of other sweet and savory items.
Still smell diesel in your water? You’re not the only one
Even after the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation said Germantown’s water was safe to drink, Protect Our Aquifer’s science director Scott Schoefernacker and his family have opted not to.
Movers & Shakers
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, National Auction Association, Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Marx-Bensdorf, REALTORS announce new additions.
Metro
City wants court to sanction Tyre Nichols family’s attorneys
The City of Memphis moved for sanctions Tuesday, May 13, in response to a Monday statement from RowVaughn Wells’ legal team that said any discussion of the civil case bankrupting the city is fearmongering.
Education CBU studies partnership with Illinois university
Premium Education Madonna Learning Center wants to get into the groove with new expansion
Public Safety ‘Let’s get this case moving:’ Judge pushes for Edmund Ford Jr. trial date
Business
Former Bed Bath & Beyond: Think beer, wine, liquor — not Trader Joe’s
But Ethan Edwards, the owner of what is going in there, The Station, hopes you won’t hold it against his business.
Premium Visual Arts Iconic blue dog paintings replaced at Union Centre
Health Care UTHSC addresses loss of federal funding
Premium Health Care Nurse celebrating Mother’s Day with her newborn thanks to colleagues’ care
Sports
Briarcrest sweeps Knoxville Catholic to return to Spring Fling
Complete games for pitchers Phinn Waters and Lance Bryan lift the Briarcrest Saints over the Knoxville Catholic Irish in Division 2-AA.
Memphis Grizzlies TJ Shorts to Grizzlies? It’s too soon to be sure
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers sign strong-shooting small college transfer forward Matthews
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Memphis native Curtis Givens III is visiting the University of Memphis. Is a commitment next?
Food
What to Order: Gumbo cheese fries at Blues City Cafe are a late-night legend
After Blues City Cafe’s gargantuan gumbo cheese fries hit the internet in 2013, they remained a secret menu item for about a year before they were officially added to the menu.
Suburbs
Arlington ponders property tax rate at work session
After a bit of figuring, Arlington is getting closer to setting its property tax rate. Now officials must decide whether ambulance service is covered by a fee or property taxes.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Secret Mall Apartment’ is a stirring surprise
Other movies making a comeback this week are “North by Northwest,” “The Wiz” and “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure.”
Opinion
Calkins: Incredibly, the Central High jazz band did it. They won the whole thing.
The Central High jazz band did it. They defeated bands from across the country — and around the world — to win the Essentially Ellington contest in New York. And, yes, there were many tears.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Gina Neely talks food, family and SmokeSlam
Gina Neely is the guest on this week’s “Sound Bites.” In addition to riffing on what makes good barbecue and why Memphis is No. 1 on her list, Neely and Holly Whitfield discussed SmokeSlam.