Jaren Jackson Jr. starts strong in USA Basketball exhibition
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 12 points in the first exhibition game for USA Basketball this summer.
MSCS kicks off first day of school
Teachers, students and faculty geared up for the first day of school Monday, Aug. 7, as more than 110,000 MSCS students headed back to class for the 2023-24 school year.
County political parties eye red and blue school board elections
The move to primaries in what are now nonpartisan races began in response to book and curriculum topic bannings in Florida.
County Commission delays vote on new chair
The special Monday, Aug. 7, meeting was short of a quorum that’s needed to take any action.
How one practice changed Tigers’ running back Blake Watson’s career
Blake Watson came to Old Dominion as a receiver. The Monarchs were shorthanded at running back during a spring practice, so they used Watson. He hasn’t looked back since.
Germantown facing open records legal challenge
A local attorney filed a petition for access to records related to water test results in Germantown.
Dean of UTHSC College of Medicine leaves abruptly
Dr. Scott Strome was the face of much of UTHSC’s community outreach during the pandemic, including the large public testing site it created and staffed at Tiger Lane.
US Attorney files environmental contamination suit against Memphis property owner
For decades, two parcels in the 3500 block of Southern Avenue were leased to successive dry-cleaning businesses, which allegedly disposed of chemicals on the property — less than a mile from a well that pumps drinking water to Shelby County.
Memphis Airbnb hosts have mixed opinions on new ordinance
“I think the three sleeping rooms is ridiculous,” said Morgan Pettigrew, owner of Pettigrew Adventures. “The county thinks putting a three-sleeping room limit on the house is going to somehow stop the party.”Related story:
New Eats: Meat lovers and plant-based eaters get equal time at Arnold’s
Thanks to Arnold’s, even a herbivore and a carnivore can fall in love, together, with their meals.
Here are the pro golfers competing in the FedEx Cup Playoffs
The field of 70 PGA Tour golfers is set for the first event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs that begins Thursday, Aug.10, at TPC Southwind. PGA Tour drops 2024 schedule; FedEx St. Jude Championship makes cutRelated story:
Former Fairley High basketball coach Sylvester Ford Sr. dies
In 1993, Ford guided Fairley to the Class AAA state championship with one of the most dominating teams ever seen in Shelby County.
Southaven’s Top of the ‘Sipp breaks ground on retail, office development
“We’re trying to take advantage of all the amenities that are already popping up around there,” said Scott Gill, a partner in the development.
Southwest Memphians sue facility emitting cancer-causing chemical
Anita Albury was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. Now, she’s one of seven people suing a southwest Memphis business.
City’s sole compost collection company exits Memphis but another is on way
As the city’s only compost collection services company leaves the market, its forerunner — the Compost Fairy — prepares to return.
Memphis’ oldest dry cleaner installs automated kiosks
Drake Cleaners soft-launched a new self-serve kiosk system with a touch screen and deposit box that allows customers to drop off their garments in under two minutes.
Memphis heads to Durham as Luken Baker closes in on Redbirds record
The slugger homered five times in a 4-2 International League series loss to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.
Sheriff’s office investigating death in women’s jail
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office said it does not suspect foul play but said the official cause of death has yet to be determined by the medical examiner.
As deputy DA steps down, he recalls famous cases, acts of courage
Ray Lepone, who’s leaving the DA’s office to work for Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, says for decades the strength demonstrated by crime victims and their families has inspired him to fight for justice.
Paul Hagerman looks forward to fighting battles as deputy DA
Currently serving as Crime Strategies Unit chief prosecutor in the Shelby County District Attorney’s office, he will take over the No. 2 spot when Deputy District Attorney Ray Lepone steps down on Aug. 31.
Metro
Mayor Young says police task force getting to ‘nitty gritty’ after delays
Also in the Political Roundup: Jerri Green at Wiseacre and one less contender for Shelby County Mayor.
City of Memphis This Week in Memphis: Labor Day is 901 Day, Memphis Rox doc premieres
Visual Arts Photo Gallery: A look at Memphis Art Museum construction
Premium South Memphis My Sistah’s House to begin construction on its first mixed-use development
Business
This mom of 5 and artist made a line for Anthropologie and a space for other moms to create
“All the women who work for her are moms with young children who were trying to work part-time and still be at home part-time with the kids. She encourages us to use our gifts and shine in our own ways in her store while also being flexible.”
Premium Transportation & Logistics Airport expects 50,000 travelers Labor Day weekend
Premium Health Care Plans for new Regional One campus move forward as price moves up
Premium Business Cracker Barrel scraps logo change after backlash
Sports
Almost a year after his last game, this Tigers running back’s return was ‘all gas, no brakes’
Last year, Sutton Smith tore his ACL during the Tigers’ first game, and his 2024 season was over in less than 15 minutes of game time. This year, things were different.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Buckley: Memphis’ opener was all about business. Especially for Brendon Lewis.
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers open the season with a blowout victory over Chattanooga
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis Tigers’ defense flashes winning potential
Food
Redefining the soul of Southern food one plant-based plate at a time
Plant-based eating seems to be on the rise across the South, fueled in part by social media. Memphis has no shortage of selections at its restaurants or food festivals.
Suburbs
Collierville’s former Gus’s will be demolished
“While I hate to see this house be torn down, I think it’s life expectancy was limited when it was changed to a commercial use,” Commissioner Bill Cox said. “… It’s death certificate was signed when it was changed to commercial.”
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: A look at Memphis Art Museum construction
The new museum will feature a new Monroe Avenue plaza connecting the museum to the Cossitt Library and providing access to the Mississippi River.
Opinion
Opinion: The reach of Memphis Rox keeps climbing
“Memphis Rox isn’t just about climbing walls. ... It is about a Memphis that refuses to stay on the ground, a Memphis that believes no mountain is too high.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Find po’boys, cocktails, coziness at Memphis Whistle
On the podcast, we talk about Jef’s craft cocktail philosophy, Amanda’s recipes, what the restaurant offers today and how the two look at owning a small business in Midtown.
Games
Daily WordRow: Collierville beer rules
This puzzle follows some of the conventions of Wordle. You get six tries to guess each individual word.