Inmate dies at 201 Poplar, the fourth death there this year
A 70-year-old jail inmate died Aug. 22 while in custody at the jail. His body was sent out for an autopsy, TBI said.
Here are details on the four bills the General Assembly passed
The two chambers of the Tennessee General Assembly resolved a standoff on Tuesday, Aug. 29, agreeing to pass the four bills that the Senate passed last week and ending a special session prompted by the Covenant School shooting.
Calkins: A year later, Richie Fletcher talks about Liza: ‘She would be the first to forgive.’
Richie Fletcher on his wife, Liza: “We would have late-night talks about Memphis. We could have been far away, without any worries in the world. I was always like, ‘We need to get out of here.’ But she didn’t want to leave.”
MSCS amends budget to include $5 million in HVAC maintenance
The decision came as some Memphis-Shelby County School buildings are struggling with air-conditioning issues amid a summer of record high temperatures.
CrimeStoppers to offer $10K rewards for 12 homicide cases
David Wayne Brown, executive director of CrimeStoppers, called the new awards “Spotlight Awards,” which were made possible by $85,000 in donations from anonymous Memphians.
In her run for mayor, Karen Camper says she’s in a ‘unique position’
In her campaign for Memphis mayor, Tennessee House Minority Leader Karen Camper is emphasizing her relationships with the state’s Republican leadership, saying her role would allow her to bring more state resources to Memphis.
For the first time, two of the largest US ballet companies are in Memphis
The study notes that the list is not based on “aesthetics;” it is an objective one based on a company’s “economic contribution to the ballet sector.”
First mixed-use project in Arlington’s Depot Square underway
The start of the Lofts on the Square project in Arlington on Tuesday is the latest evidence of continued interest in the town’s Depot Square.
Hive Bagel & Deli comes Downtown
Located at 276 S. Front St., the “fast casual” restaurant will include a bar with eight seats, a full patio with six tables and a Lego-built hive in the window.
ESPN taps Justin Timberlake to curate music
His curation with producer Timbaland will include a new single with singer Nelly Furtado.
Tigers Basketball Insider: What numbers say about the impact of Malcolm Dandridge’s return
Malcolm Dandridge could elevate a Memphis team already poised for a big season. The numbers say as much.
Takeaways from Memphis football depth chart ahead of season opener
While there were some obvious answers to the depth chart that any media member or knowledgeable fan could have figured out, the Tigers did offer a surprise or two in its release.
Calkins: Fund the stadium? Sure! But not if it risks losing the Grizz.
Should the city move forward with funding for the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium? Of course. But only as part of a larger agreement that keeps the Grizzlies in town. U of M president on realignment: ‘We are a well-kept secret and we should not be’Related story:
MIFA event featuring columnist and author David Brooks sold out
David Brooks, author and regular New York Times and NPR contributor, is the speaker at MIFA’s Sept. 21 event. Although tickets are sold out, people can still sign up to be on a waiting list.
Redbirds return home coming off series split at Charlotte
The Redbirds are back at AutoZone Park where they last split a mid-August series 3-3 with league-leading Norfolk (76-49).
Buckley: Tigers are trying on conference realignment. Just ask Bill Hardgrave.
University of Memphis president makes a case that the Tigers’ hunt for a new home is real.
Tony Barnhart weighs in on Tigers’ chances of getting a Power 5 bid
“The game’s really not complicated,” Barnhart said. “You’ve gotta have the facilities, and then you’ve gotta recruit. You gotta do those two things.”
Southaven considers budget with increased property tax, police funding
As Southaven begins discussing its budget for the fiscal year that begins in October, city leaders have to weigh whether it is time to increase taxes for the first adjustment since 2006.
Metro
NextUp901 offers career prep and placement to Memphis youths
“I used to think that if one door closed, that was it. Now I know that if one door doesn’t work out, there’s always another one.”
Education Three being investigated after death of 6-year-old left on daycare bus, lawyer says
Shelby County Special judge appointed in Sugarmon vandalism case
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Business
Mayo Clinic Labs investing more than $30M, adding 234 jobs in Southaven
Mayo Clinic chose Southaven due to the location and ability to set up equipment quickly, Mississippi Development Authority officials said.
Premium Business Memphis library’s book sale returns without longtime partner
Premium Real Estate Local company buys Sycamore View Plaza
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Memphis firm earns industry honor from Urban Land Institute
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Sports
Lakeland receiver voted Player of the Week
The senior captured 46% of this week’s total vote following a fine performance in his team’s 35-8 victory over Millington.
Memphis Grizzlies Cutting the cord: There is a new way to watch Grizzlies basketball on DAZN
Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger’s case dismissed, will not impact Memphis
Premium High School Sports Houston girls soccer coach is the ‘bad guy,’ but the team is really good
Premium Sports Alcorn-UAPB to meet for second consecutive Southern Heritage Classic
Food
$15 Deal: Ciao Bella’s capellini Toscana
Roma tomatoes and roasted red peppers balance out a melange of briny artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives and capers.
Premium Collierville French restaurant Terra Tara to open on Collierville Square
Suburbs
Mayo Clinic Labs investing more than $30M, adding 234 jobs in Southaven
Mayo Clinic chose Southaven due to the location and ability to set up equipment quickly, Mississippi Development Authority officials said.
Music Mid-South Fair announces music lineup
Arts & Culture
She quit her job and shaved her head. Now, the era of indie rocker Keer is here.
Just a few years ago, Keerthana Manoj was working a nine-to-five with a pastime passion for music. Today, she’s a full-time musician with a debut EP, and it’s only the beginning.
Music Mid-South Fair announces music lineup
Opinion
Sanford: Despite numbers favoring GOP, those seeking elected office should debate
Unlike other Republican candidates, 5th District Republican nominee Charlie Hatcher’s campaign has said he’s willing to debate Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder, the district’s Democratic nominee.
Guest Columnists Opinion: Calling partisanship racism doesn’t make it so
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Shooting black bears, bees and birds of prey
Earlier this summer, pictures of black bears in Tennessee sparked a flurry of responses on social media.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Southwind holds off Lausanne
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Lausanne offensive lineman Roman Laster (58) and Southwind’s defensive lineman Gerrard Kaufman (12) as they battle on the gridiron and was taken by Greg Campbell.