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
Madonna Learning Center wants to get into the groove with new expansion
The faith-based school expanded in 2013, but it’s looking to grow again.
Public Safety ‘Let’s get this case moving:’ Judge pushes for Edmund Ford Jr. trial date
Premium Shelby County County budget season could light fuse on past budget wars, 2026 political quests
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Youth Villages case dropped; GPAC head steps down
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
TJ Shorts to Grizzlies? It’s too soon to be sure
Memphis Grizzlies roster news began circulating on social media Monday afternoon, May 12, but the timing of the update was perplexing.
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?
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis football brand stays in spotlight on Jon Gruden QB Class
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
Madonna Learning Center wants to get into the groove with new expansion
The faith-based school expanded in 2013, but it’s looking to grow again.
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.