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
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.
Premium Public Safety Southaven mayor to those who show out at Springfest: ‘We’re going to bust your tail’
Business
In-N-Out in Memphis? Not so fast
In-N-Out Burger’s vice president of store development said there are no specific plans for the Memphis-area yet.
Real Estate New apartments could come to the Memphis Medical District
Sports
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.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies trade deadline rumor roundup, one day out
Food
In-N-Out in Memphis? Not so fast
In-N-Out Burger’s vice president of store development said there are no specific plans for the Memphis-area yet.
Suburbs
Southaven mayor to those who show out at Springfest: ‘We’re going to bust your tail’
“We are not going to give up one of our greatest traditions because of a few people who have no parenting at home and can’t act right,” Mayor Darren Musselwhite said about the upcoming Springfest.
Arts & Culture
Collierville Balloon Festival floating to new spot, hopes to inflate attendance
Collierville Balloon Festival is returning in 2025 after a one-year hiatus, but there are several changes for the September event, including where it is held.
Opinion
Morris: Fear of deportation has gripped the Mid-South immigrant community
“These days I spend a lot of time thinking about President Donald Trump’s pledge to deport between 11 million and 20 million people.”
Podcasts
GPAC’s Paul Chandler on COVID, The Grove, Live Nation
Paul Chandler, the head of the Germantown Performing Arts Center, shared his thoughts on local venues on this week’s The Sidebar podcast.
Games
Word Flower: Feb. 4
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game that people of all ages can enjoy.