Wednesday prep report: Freshmen help Houston girls soccer remain unbeaten
The Mustangs overcome a slow start against Briarcrest in a match that figures to help both teams down the road.
Four officers accused of killing Tyre Nichols plead not guilty to federal charges
Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Desmond Mills Jr. and Justin Smith made their initial appearances in federal court Wednesday before Magistrate Judge Charmiane Claxton and were arraigned on the charges.
Calkins: It’s a moment of truth for Memphis, not just the Tigers or the Grizz.
University of Memphis athletic director Laird Vearch said this a “moment of truth” for the Tigers. But it’s more than that. It’s a moment of truth for a city that wants to keep its major-league status.
COVID hasn’t left, but flu might be worse this winter
COVID hasn’t gone away, but experts say the trend is in the right direction. Related story:
Recent samples raise questions about breaches in Memphis aquifer
All the water sampled in a recent study — with the exception of one well field — was a mix of uncontaminated aquifer water with much younger water, providing evidence of breaches.
Arlington-area all-star panel dives into incoming BlueOval impact
Representatives from across the region also tackled workforce development, crime overflow from Memphis and charging stations for electric vehicles.
Memphis’ power provider needs to double — or maybe triple — energy supply
It took the Tennessee Valley Authority 90 years to build its current electric grid, but it’s going to need to move a lot quicker to keep up with its customers’ need for power.
Two of three seats in council Super District 8 to change hands
City Council Super District 8 covers half of the city’s population. All three Super District seats are on the October Memphis ballot, and two of the races are contested in the upcoming city elections.
Table Talk: Guy Fieri is in Memphis, and festival/fair season is on.
Whether at Tom Lee Park or one of the many fests, get outside this weekend. And here’s hoping you find some good eats and drinks when you do.
Herrington: Despite controversy, Tom Lee Park bringing people together
The scene at the center of Tom Lee Park this first week has felt like different types of Memphians — different ages and races, but even more so people from different neighborhoods and economic status — sharing free, open space, in a way that’s too rare.
Memphis’ Peabody Elementary closes for mold cleanup, forcing hundreds of students to relocate
Students at Peabody Elementary School will attend class at two other buildings while the school district works to eliminate mold from the 114-year-old structure.
Bartlett rejects car wash, approves LED light conversion
Bartlett aldermen rejected a car wash in the historic district, while approving a $4.3 million contract to convert the suburb’s streetlights to LED.
Week 5 prep football preview: Fairley travels to Northpoint for non-region test
Bulldogs are undefeated and haven’t allowed a point through 16 quarters. Plus, the complete schedules for Week 5 games in the Memphis area. Daily Memphian Dandy Dozen: Southwind climbs, Red Devils stay on topRelated story:
Memphis 2023 Election Guide
Get to know the Memphis mayoral and City Council candidates in this comprehensive voter guide. Election Day is Oct. 5 and early voting begins Sept. 15.
Memphis area home sales were down this August
August home sales in the Memphis area were down 18% compared to the same month a year ago, and year-to-date sales dropped 26%.
The Memphis connections in a landmark collage exhibition
From the artwork covering the catalog, to the artist hired to create pieces in front of museum guests, a major exhibition has multiple Memphis influences.
New York-based Forsythia to open second location in Memphis
The new location, a 30,000-square-foot space at 107 S. Main St., will feature four concepts. Each concept will be a smaller type of restaurant.
Bally Sports Southeast to broadcast most Grizzlies games this season
All the familiar voices will be back on the Memphis Grizzlies’ television broadcast this season.
Andy Cates, Eric Barnes continue discussion about The Daily Memphian
Eric Barnes continues his talk with Andy Cates — board chair of Memphis Fourth Estate, Inc., the nonprofit that owns The Daily Memphian — about how The Daily Memphian came to be on this episode of The Sidebar.
Metro
Application open for General Sessions judicial vacancy
The County Commissioners who were elected on the Aug. 6 ballot will fill the vacancy left by the election of Judge Lonnie Thompson to Chancery Court on the same ballot.
City of Memphis SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plant
Premium Spirit of Memphis Governor, local elected officials attend Veterans Village grand opening in Memphis
Public Safety 6-year-old autistic child dies after being left on daycare bus, father says
Shelby County Ford sentencing delayed several times as County Commission seats turn over
Business
Building Black wealth in Memphis focus of event at Bridges
Black Memphis business leaders came together to share knowledge and advice for building Black generational Wealth in the Bluff City.
Premium Financial Services Raymond James seeks $13M from former landlord
Premium Real Estate Suburban Main Street zoning districts proposed
Premium Transportation & Logistics Memphis International Airport officially renamed after Fred Smith
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Sports
FESJC: Complete second-round scores, third-round tee times
Here are the scores from the second round and tee times for the third round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind.
Premium Golf Scheffler ties course record, leads by three at FESJC
Premium Music Memphis rap goes viral at FedEx St. Jude Championship
Premium Business Buckley: With FESJC on the ropes, new executive director stays in the present
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Consumer’s guide to the 2026-2027 Grizzlies home schedule
Food
Westy’s to close this weekend, but annual holiday dinners should continue
Though owner Jake Schorr tried to find a buyer for the restaurant, Westy’s last day is Saturday, Aug. 15.
Premium Golf On the golf course, food is just the ticket
Suburbs
Collierville breaks ground on library’s new $12M chapter
Collierville leaders read the room: A growing community meant the town was going to need a bigger library. Now, they hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking for a little shelf improvement.
Premium Public Safety DeSoto state senator wants to ban Sharia law following Muslim judge’s appointment
Arts & Culture
Memphis rap goes viral at FedEx St. Jude Championship
Pro golfers are building hype on social media with Memphis rap. Now they’ve got to back it up on the course.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Longest-serving director of Dixon Gallery & Gardens to retire
Opinion
Herrington: Consumer’s guide to the 2026-2027 Grizzlies home schedule
Chris Herrington breaks down each home game with a four-star scale rating in his guide to the Memphis Grizzlies’ schedule.
Premium Collierville Bailey: Sign accusations harken back to a Collierville matter 10 years ago
Podcasts
Grizzlies Podcast: Scoping out season schedule highlights
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill also note recent and entirely wholesome off-court activity from current Grizzlies players, involving golf, engagement and barbecue
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Tim Disney on his new book, the global elite and Oliver & Company
Games
Sudoku: Aug. 14
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?