World-class pole vaulters soar over Beale Street
The seventh John “Buck” Ewing pole vault competition is part of the Ed Murphey Classic held at Rhodes College and on Beale Street. This was the first year for the Murphey Mile.
MSCS supply giveaway preps students for new school year
“We’re not responsible just to educate children but to help the total child. Part of that is making sure they have uniforms and school supplies,” Memphis-Shelby County Schools official Althea Greene said. “It’s part of making sure they’re ready on day one.”
Jaykwon Walton, freshmen step up in exhibition game
The Tigers were pushed to their limit by the Dominican Republic Select Team before escaping with an overtime victory.
Tom Lee Park redesign sprints toward Sept. 2 opening
Memphis River Parks Partnership president and CEO Carol Coletta talks on “Behind The Headlines” about the road to the September opening of the redesigned Tom Lee Park.
Hardaway says Malcolm Dandridge’s return is not ‘out of the question’
Dandridge entered the transfer portal in May but has yet to make a decision on his future.
Buckley: The dam has burst. Where does that leave Memphis?
Friday really was a tough day for the Tigers on the conference realignment front as the Big 12 added three more schools and the Big Ten two.
Memphis assistant softball coach still plays professionally
DJ Sanders plays in the Athletes Unlimited league, which also donates to a charitable cause that each player gets to choose.
Thousands of bikers roll into Memphis
An estimated 30,000 motorcyclists are gathering at Tiger Lane for the 46th National Bikers Roundup at Liberty Park. The event was organized by several Black motorcycle clubs. Two fatal crashes occur at same intersection outside biker conventionRelated story:
Recipe Exchange: Sa Te, the Vietnamese lemongrass sauce you’ve been craving
A few weeks ago, a $10 Deal highlighted a popular Vietnamese sauce. With this recipe, you can make that sauce at home.
Bailey: Germantown residents aren’t swallowing excuses about water
One thing was clear from those attending the Thursday night Town Hall session — the citizens don’t trust the city’s answers or addressing such a crisis in the future.
Former Southern Social chef joins Bishop, debuts new menu
Downtown’s Bishop is expanding brunch and launching a new menu that puts a new Southern spin on classic French dishes.
Gallery: Ed Murphey Classic brings world class athletes to Rhodes College
Photographer Greg Campbell was on site for the 7th annual Ed Murphey Classic at Rhodes College on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023. The Classic, named for University of Tennessee track standout Ed Murphey, continues Saturday at 3 p.m. on Beale Street with the Murphey Mile and pole vault competition.
Germantown school year kickoff party puts the district ‘in focus’
Germantown Municipal School District employees welcomed the new academic year at Houston High Friday, Aug. 4, with prizes, pompoms and hits from The Beatles.
Receiver Joseph Scates says Tigers have ‘something special’ coming
It’s hard to gauge the level of production expected from this year’s Memphis football receivers, but senior Joseph Scates believes the Tigers are headed toward something worth talking about.
UTHSC College of Nursing adds partner schools to address workforce shortage
To address the nationwide nursing shortage and increase diversity in the nursing profession, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Nursing has doubled its number of partner schools in the region.
From ‘The Bear’ to Great British Baking: our favorite food shows, movies
If you seek movie and show recommendations about food, cooking or chefs — this episode is for you.
Metro
Feagins case against MSCS returns to square one
Her lawsuit requests she be restored to the superintendent seat or paid severance as outlined in her contract.
State Government Governor wants constitutional ban on state property tax
Public Safety Plea deal reached with last Young Dolph gunman, but sentencing delayed again
Health Care Closing the care gaps: On the Hill, lawmakers advocate for mothers and babies
Education MSCS has a new superintendent. Will its vote toward ‘stability’ be short-lived?
Business
Memphis airport adds new nonstop flight to Austin, Texas
The new flight will join the airline’s 10 other nonstop routes from Memphis.
Transportation & Logistics Ford Motor Co. incurred billions in charges after ending SK battery venture
Real Estate Snow freezes January home sales
Premium Real Estate Inked: Pinnacle plans new retail branch in Raleigh
Premium Business What it means to lose Tennessee’s first Ikea
Sports
Toledo torpedoes Memphis in Tigers baseball season opener
The Tigers scored five consecutive runs in the final three innings to cut the Toledo lead. But the Memphis comeback fell short.
Memphis Grizzlies All-Star Weekend: Wells wins Rising Stars again; Aldama elected to union position
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch when Memphis faces Utah State for the first time
Premium State Government Tennessee lawmakers pass one-time transfer rule bill for TSSAA athletes
Public Safety Bond conditions change for former St. George’s basketball player
Food
Food Files: Evelyn & Olive reopens as Jamaica Soul
The owner of Evelyn & Olive reopened the East Memphis location on Saturday, Feb. 7. Also, TacoNGanas is one step closer to its first brick-and-mortar restaurant and two former Wendy’s properties have been sold.
$15 Deals $15 deal: Jerk chicken quesadilla at RP Tracks
Suburbs
Millington restricts solar farms
With solar farms sprouting up nearby and a moratorium against them already in place for more than two years, Millington is putting specific conditions on future projects.
Premium Arlington Big projects are on the horizon for Arlington, mayor says
Arts & Culture
Joe’s Records coming to Wolfchase Galleria
There were 22.1 million vinyl records sold in the first half of 2025 alone, according to a Recording Industry Association of America report.
Visual Arts Art you can find in Memphis this month
Opinion
Opinion: When school transportation fails, learning may not happen at all
“For about 26,000 Memphis students, access to school transportation is the difference between showing up ready to learn and not showing up at all.”
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Grizzlies’ half-season ‘tank’ is familiar territory for longtime fans
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A lot to love this weekend
If you’re planning on doing something special this particular weekend, it’ll help to have a significant other, a gal pal or a bromance going on.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Giant Rats and other mysteries
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 13
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.