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
Memphis Animal Services officer charged with aggravated animal cruelty
Police found 17 abused or severely neglected dogs at the officer’s residence, as well as evidence that he was possibly involved in dogfighting.
Premium Shelby County Vote-A-Rama and the War Powers Act. Wanda Halbert’s quest for a recount. Lamar Alexander on ‘Newt’s World’
Education Memphis charter students are bucking district math trends. Here’s what’s guiding their growth.
Spirit of Memphis ‘Whoever somebody wants to be, that’s fine with me’
Behind The Headlines Democratic sheriff nominee takes wait-and-see approach on cooperation with federal immigration
Business
Firefighter developing health and tutoring AI apps: ‘We have a lot of bright minds here.’
The South Memphis native used AI and coding to build two new platforms — one to help tutor students, and another to help people learn what they’re eating, including the amount of microplastics.
Premium Business After 27 years, The Blue Monkey is closing its doors in Midtown
Premium Business Former Memphis news anchor starts PR firm to help clients ‘command the moment’
Premium Health Care UTHSC raises about $11M for new College of Medicine building
Premium Real Estate Work starts on $70M Smokey City Market in North Memphis
Sports
Buckley: Fun was name of the game at Memphis Hound Dogs’ home opener
“Man, it’s fun playing football,” added Sky Forest, a Lausanne football player who took over at quarterback for the Hound Dogs after starter Kevin Taylor was injured Saturday. “You can’t beat that.”
High School Sports Daily Memphian boys postseason track and field awards: Central’s Nesmith repeats
High School Sports Two former local basketball standouts named in Alabama State betting probe
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis takes walk-off win against Louisville
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: University of Memphis still has eyes on the big prize
Food
As part of a longheld family dream, Viet Hoa owners opening large international market
Han Square is opening, in part, in a former Life Church space in Cordova and will include the international market, a Southeast Asian food court, retail tenants and full-service restaurants.
Premium East Memphis No billboard, no problem. Lunch crowds find their way to Pesce’s Deli
Suburbs
Property taxes hold steady in proposed Germantown budget
While the property tax rate will remain at $1.79 per $100 of assessed value, homeowners may have something to say Monday about a significant increase in sanitation costs facing the suburb.
North Mississippi Smell that? That’s the hot asphalt of Nail Road’s extension in DeSoto County.
Arts & Culture
A look at the 2026 Live at the Garden lineup
Olivia Wall, director of marketing and communications for Memphis Botanic Garden, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about Live at the Garden’s 2026 lineup.
Premium Spirit of Memphis How do you get to Carnegie Hall? These Memphis-area teens know.
Opinion
Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
“The universe isn’t obligated to make sense to us. There’s no requirement for rhyme and reason. Things just happen, be they good or bad, and the burden is on us to find a way to make it work.”
Premium Guest Columnists Opinion: Safety isn’t only the absence of danger — it’s also the presence of connection
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Flyway, budgets and ‘The Birdcage’
Tom Lee Park’s new, $10.4 million Memphis Flyway is set to open.
Midtown The AM/DM podcast: Pizza witches, Filipino fest and Pride
Games
Sudoku: June 8
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?