Owls blank Golden Wildcats for second straight shutout
Makhi Shaw scored twice to lead his team to a second straight victory over a Dandy Dozen opponent.
Friday football report: Bartlett rebounds, downs Lausanne in Dandy Dozen matchup
After starting the season with a shutout loss, Bartlett quarterback Kam Alexander and a strong defense led the Panthers over the Lynx.
Germantown investigation says employee’s inattention led to fuel leak
The Germantown employee responsible for the refueling leak that caused the suburb’s water crisis last month was away from the generator for more than a half hour, according to records of the internal investigation released Friday.
MLGW power bills expected to increase in October
The board of the Tennessee Valley Authority, which provides MLGW with electricity, approved a 4.5% rate hike Thursday. The increase will equal about $3.50 more each month for TVA’s 10 million customers across seven states.
50 years after busing began, early school integration efforts still shaping Memphis
Half a century ago this month, 39,000 Memphis children — about a third of the then-Memphis City Schools system — were told to board school buses and continue their education at new schools in an effort to racially integrate them.Related story:
Hudspeth videos reveal contradictions and raise more questions
The videos show some of what occurred the day of the encounter, but they don’t answer a number of key questions.
Hudspeth, Ross families call for answers
“To wear my son’s cremated ashes around my neck this morning, I want justice for my son. My son was murdered. He wasn’t killed,” said Charlotte Haggett, Jarveon Hudspeth’s mother.
Memphis bus riders share frustrations with MATA’s CEO
Citizens at the meeting said issues they face include lack of accessibility, long wait times, lack of communication and broken-down buses.
DeSoto County officials break ground on Agri-Education Center
DeSoto County officials celebrated the groundbreaking of the $19 million Agri-Education Center Friday, Aug. 25.
Tigers hire new senior associate athletic director
Brad Loos will manage the Memphis Athletics Fund and lead the strategic planning of major gifts for the athletic department.
Germantown, Wolf River improvements to cause traffic issues
Germantown will begin work on improvements to Wolf River Boulevard and Germantown Road next week. The intersection is one of the busiest in Shelby County.
Riverfront group, including Overton Heirs, sues to stop new Brooks construction
The Chancery Court lawsuit seeks to stop construction on the new riverfront Brooks Museum, charging violations of the terms of the “public promenade” established when the city was founded in 1819.
Malcolm Dandridge announces his return to Memphis
After more than three months in the transfer portal, Dandridge has decided to play his final college season with his hometown Tigers.
After more than 25 years, barbecue competitor plans to open smokehouse
“I’m not saying (my barbecue) is the best,” Willie Burton said. “But it will be Memphis-style barbecue at its best.”
MSCS general counsel resigns, Memphis attorney Odell Horton Jr. replacement
Horton Jr. will bring “a wealth of experience” to his new role, according to MSCS interim superintendent Toni Williams.
Chamber takes over Memphis in May international activities
The Memphis in May International Festival was founded to promote foreign business investment in the city. The tradition will continue with the Greater Memphis Chamber announcing the 2024 honored country next week.
Southaven’s ‘Operation: Close the Door’ will target traffic from Memphis
In an effort to curb crime in Southaven, Mayor Darren Musselwhite is directing the police department to increase patrols on north-south access streets into Memphis.
Conaway: You — yes, you — will choose Memphis’ next mayor
When 12% of the voters can put a candidate in the top four or five, the votes in your Friday night poker game could put somebody over the top.
The To-Do List: The apocalypse, Sweatfest and The Doobie Brothers (for real this time)
This week, MEMFix comes to Frayser, a mayoral forum tackles the arts and wrestling stars tackle each other as the WWE brings “Monday Night Raw” to the FedExForum.
Metro
MSCS has fewer F schools in second year of Tennessee letter grades
Nevertheless, state law requires Tennessee districts with D and F schools appear before the Tennessee State Board of Education for hearings. Such reviews could result in corrective-action plans or audits for districts or charter operators.
Premium Metro Public documents on Harvest plane crash released, final report imminent
Business
What’s on the road ahead for newly independent FedEx Freight
Analysts say FedEx Freight, worth $30 billion, should be traded against its peers, not locked up inside.
Premium Health Care Memphis wrap star, former St. Jude patient meet on reality show
Sports
‘It’s crazy, isn’t it’ Grizzlies destruction tour rolls on in Atlanta
Over their last four victories, the Grizzlies are winning by an average of more than 25 points. In a league where leads quickly evaporate, Memphis has been able to stay on the gas. Related content:
Sports Tennessee falls to Ohio State in first-round College Football Playoff game
Food
$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
Suburbs
Collierville grad will be front and center in UT’s College Football Playoff
University of Tennessee drum major Christian Carroll, of Collierville, is only the third Black drum major in the school’s history.
Arts & Culture
UT’s three Black drum majors all have ties to Memphis
There have only been three Black drum majors in the more than 150 years since the University of Tennessee marching band was founded.
Opinion
Echols: It’s all about time
“Whether too much or not enough or just the right amount, time is the thread running through every last tidbit of our human existence. ... And time is what this season of Advent is all about.”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football season recap, basketball’s rough schedule
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner II, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss this year’s football season and the raised level of expectations for Memphis basketball as it prepares for its final two non-conference games.
Games
Crossword: GloRilla
Memphis rapper GloRilla’s visit to an Orange Mound high school inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.