Central Gardens tour gives visitors a glimpse inside historic homes
Six homes, dating back as far as 1906, in the Central Gardens area were part of the tour, spotlighting some of the intricate design and architecture in Memphis.
Jahvon Quinerly enjoys the here and now with Memphis
After what’s been at times a bumpy college career to this point, Jahvon Quinerly is savoring the opportunity he has with the Tigers: “It’s beautiful.”
This Week in Memphis: Early voting, Cooper-Young Fest meets BrewFest
In the week ahead, Ezekiel Kelly and Cleotha Henderson have scheduled court dates, Southaven considers a tax hike and The Daily Memphian turns 5.
City Council District 5 race is the most expensive of the 13 matchups
Council District 5 is one of five seats on the council with no incumbent seeking reelection. Two of the three contenders have raised more money than any other council candidate.
Tigers flaunt roster depth in consecutive blowout wins
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said during the offseason that he felt the roster depth was the strength of the team. The Tigers showcased some of that in the season opener against Bethune-Cookman and continued to display it Saturday in Jonesboro. Related stories:
Buckley: The Tigers belted Arkansas State, and they wore it proudly
Memphis comes up with two interceptions and two fumble recoveries in a 37-3 victory over the Red Wolves, and it has something to show for it.
Grizzlies notebook: FIBA World Cup grades, training camp expectations, roster moves
As basketball season approaches, many are anticipating a heated battle between Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart during training camp.
Characters of yore come to life Elmwood’s annual City of Soul
The tour is designed to showcase the stories enshrined at Elmwood. In the case of Robert Church and Boss Crump, it shows the vast difference in lives of two men from Holly Springs, Miss.
Germantown Festival celebrates 50 years with food and family fun
Early fall weather is accenting the 50th Germantown Festival this weekend at C.O. Franklin Park and the Germantown Charity Horse Show grounds.
Catholic diocese investing in retreat center near BlueOval City
With the construction site for Ford’s BlueOval City only 13 minutes away, the diocese is now preparing for an onslaught of development in the area.
East Memphis breakfast/lunch spot invites customers to ‘perch’ a while
“Perch is like my own little personal Cheers,” said restaurant owner and longtime caterer Ragan Oglesby-Phillips.
Political Roundup: Attack ads, early voting and school-board primaries
This roundup looks at the latest report on voter registration, checks in with Election Commission officials ahead of Friday’s opening of early voting in Memphis and replays the Republican debate that ended with no school-board primaries.
Echols: ‘This past year has been a test for my faith’
“How do I write openly about the God I worship even as I do not understand why he is allowing such painful things to take place in our city?”
Guest Column: ‘Our problems do not mean we are ... without hope’
“How do we describe our emotional response to the constant barrage that shapes so many days in Memphis? Weariness, that feeling that asks how we can keep enduring more of the same brokenness?”
Guest Column: Remembering the mothers hurt by ‘our violent culture’
“Each murder victim leaves behind seven to 10 family members, not to mention friends and other loved ones, all of whom become co-victims.”
Movers & Shakers
Leadership Memphis, Barr Brands International, Allen & Hoshall and Mahaffey Event & Tent Rentals announce promotions and additions.
Metro
Memphis students outpace state growth in reading and math, but lag in social studies
Memphis-Shelby County Schools earned the highest score in the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System for the fourth year in a row. But younger students lost progress in social studies, falling behind expected growth.
Premium City of Memphis Majority of MATA board quits as city flexes control over CEO search
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Public Safety Shelby County director indicted on a dozen felony charges
Business
Developer halts plans for Union Depot addition in Bartlett
Only days after Bartlett officials rejected a TIF for an addition to Union Depot, developer Keith Grant has put the project’s expansion on hold.
Premium Business Cracker Barrel scraps logo change after backlash
Premium Health Care Plans for new Regional One campus move forward as price moves up
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Sports
Chattanooga at Memphis: What to know before Tigers’ season opener
The Brendon Lewis officially begins for the Memphis Tigers against Chattanooga. The Nevada transfer quarterback is one of several new faces who have banded together in hopes of doing something special.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball ‘It’s all transactional’: Hardaway talks paying players on legal panel
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Pressure to win the conference remains for Tigers coach Ryan Silverfield
High School Sports Week 2 high school football preview: Houston, Whitehaven looking to avoid 0-2 hole
Food
Table Talk: Memphis group picks up the shopping for those who need it
This grassroots organization of mostly friends, neighbors and church members grocery-shop for families who are unable to shop for themselves.
Suburbs
Developer halts plans for Union Depot addition in Bartlett
Only days after Bartlett officials rejected a TIF for an addition to Union Depot, developer Keith Grant has put the project’s expansion on hold.
Arts & Culture
Memphis artists tackle flora and the abstract in September shows
Here’s a roundup of what’s coming to local art galleries in September.
Opinion
Sanford: Republican assault on DEI exacts harsh toll at U of M
“In a way, I sympathize with the dilemma facing the U of M and other state colleges and universities. But, what’s next?”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Fall starts with fairs, 901 Day
Today, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips help shepherd you through the Labor Day weekend and into 901 Day fun.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Colorful Tigers
Today’s jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the tiger in front of Peabody Elementary and was taken by Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber.