Buckley: Ryan Silverfield got a pit in his stomach. And a win.
Two interceptions and a lost fumble left the Tigers’ coach upset, but there was a lot to love about Memphis’ season opener.
Silverfield: Defense ‘carried us’ in opening game win
The Tigers kept Bethune-Cookman’s offense out of the end zone in a dominating performance Saturday.
Silverfield gives B- grade in 42-point win over Bethune-Cookman
“Happy with the end result, but (we’ve got) a ton of stuff we’ve got to work on and it starts with me,” the University of Memphis football coach said. Silverfield: Defense ‘carried us’ in opening game win Tigers flex muscles in season-opener rout of Bethune-CookmanRelated stories:
Tigers flex muscles in season-opener rout of Bethune-Cookman
The Tigers handled business as expected and should take a step up in competition when they travel to Arkansas State at 6 p.m. on Sept. 9.Related story:
WLOK thanks listeners with 48th annual Stone Soul Picnic
“It started with three guys working at the radio station who wanted to go out to what’s now Martin Luther King Park ... with some hotdogs and some records and entertain people,” said organizer Dorrit Gilliam.
Calkins: Tom Lee Park is now officially open — and it’s spectacular
Nearly every good thing in Memphis has had to overcome fierce opposition. See Shelby Farms and the Grizz. So it’s no surprise that change didn’t come easy for the new Tom Lee Park. But the new place looks spectacular.
The place to be: Tom Lee Park reopening brings Memphis together
After a five-year rollout plan that highlighted a well-documented demolition and a $61 million renovation, Memphis’ signature public park makes its return.
Buckley: It’s time for Memphis to get back up off the mat. Again.
With SMU now leaving for the ACC, the hits keep coming for the AAC. How will the Tigers respond to the latest round of conference realignment movement?
Van Turner has had plenty of stops on path to mayor’s race
The life of the attorney and former Shelby County commissioner has taken him to Atlanta, Knoxville, D.C. and Japan. He returned to Memphis more than 20 years ago and found a path to elected office.
Everything changed after Liza’s death, but Memphis keeps running
After Eliza Fletcher’s kidnapping and killing last year, local runners' sense of security was forever changed. One woman said she had always thought she would outrun anyone who meant her harm, but she knows now that’s not true.
Layoffs hit education department at Memphis Zoo
Workers say about 25 employees were affected, although a statement from the zoo did not specify the number.
Blocked extra point helps Germantown hold off Houston
The top-ranked team in the Dandy Dozen opens region play with a hard-fought victory.
Friday football report: Geron Johnson, late field goal send Bartlett past Collierville
The Panther running back finishes with 274 yards on the ground, but it takes a Pierce Rogers field goal to win it. Also, how the Dandy Dozen fared and ECS retires Morgan Cox’s jersey.
Guest Column: ‘There is never just one victim of a murder’
“My mother’s murder remains unsolved. This is true for half of all homicides. The anguish from the ambiguity of this often feels impossible to live with.”
Former St. George’s football player shot and killed in Fort Worth
Wes Smith’s death was reported by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and by TCU360.com and confirmed by the Fort Worth Police Department. A motive is unknown.
Conaway: A 901 birth, a 901 death, a 901 legacy
We were very proud of the baby that came out of that room, out of a whole lot of rooms and minds and hearts, a whole city’s baby.
Buster’s Liquors & Wines is opening a new location in East Memphis
Buster’s Liquors & Wines will open its second location in the Ridgeway Trace Shopping Center on Poplar Avenue.
Key stats and numbers for the Memphis home season opener
The Memphis Tigers open the season against an FCS opponent that posted a 2-9 record last season, so there shouldn’t be any problems putting away Bethune-Cookman early. Tigers kick off yearlong recognition of first Black student-athletesRelated story:
Additional suspect arrested in ‘broken bottles’ theft ring
The suspect allegedly stole more than $10,000 worth of “gaming accessories” from a GameStop at 6223 Winchester Road in Hickory Hill, according to an affidavit.
Native Memphian appointed to lead Tennessee’s highest court
The court selected Holly Kirby to serve in the role for a two-year term, effective Sept. 1, the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts announced Aug. 31.
$4.5M state grant to fund upgrade of Regional One’s post-acute, maternal care
The grants come from the Tennessee Department of Health’s Tennessee Healthcare Resiliency Program, a statewide program to expand health care services.
FIBA World Cup: USA sneaks by Montenegro, Spain drops first game
The United States and Jaren Jackson Jr. rallied late to beat Montenegro at the FIBA World Cup. Next up is a rebounding test against former Grizzlies teammate Jonas Valanciunas.
Penny Hardaway talks Mikey Williams, DeAndre Williams at new Tom Lee Park court
The Memphis head coach took time out of what’s been a busy offseason for the Tigers to inaugurate the outdoor, technicolor basketball court at the newly renovated Tom Lee Park.
Letter to the Editor: The police officers who ‘too often go underappreciated’
A Midtown resident says thank you to Memphis Police Department officers.
Letter to the Editor: Access to a good education ‘draws a sharp line’
“Every child in the county deserves a shot at life. To think otherwise conflicts with the values of a democratic society that says every human being has inherent dignity.”
Metro
Shifting tides in Horn Lake: Democrats claim majority
Democrats grabbing a majority of seats on the Horn Lake Board of Mayor and Aldermen was not a huge surprise to some, but whether or not it is a trend remains to be seen.
Premium Education Who will manage Head Start in Shelby County? Feds still haven’t awarded grant
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Business
Sign of the future: PURE, xAI teamup shows teens ‘what welding can do’
A decrepit cemetery sign sparked a partnership between a Memphis school and Elon Musk-founded xAI.
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Business Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
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Sports
Herrington: Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane trade invites opportunity and risk
A look at what the Grizzlies got, why they did the trade, where it leaves the team going into the summer and what could be next.Related story:
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Food
What to order: City Silo’s fresh take on favorites
City Silo has a menu that doesn’t make for easy decision-making but is perfect for ordering with wild abandon and enjoying with a fresh juice and great conversation.
Suburbs
Bartlett chamber under fire from city’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Alderman David Reaves, a Bartlett business owner, wants some assurances from the suburban Chamber of Commerce before steering the city’s annual donation to the group.
Arts & Culture
Speed and freedom: That’s why roller skating will never die
The owners of Cordova Skating Center recently spent more than $100,000 on upgrading the rink. Why spend that kind of money? Because roller skating will never die.
Opinion
Herrington: Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane trade invites opportunity and risk
A look at what the Grizzlies got, why they did the trade, where it leaves the team going into the summer and what could be next.Related story:
Podcasts
Harris and Sugarmon find common ground in county budget season
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris and Shelby County Commissioner Erika Sugarmon talked about the ongoing county budget season, a proposed wheel tax hike and a new jail on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: For fans of line dancing
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from a line dancing pop-up at 901 Fit Life.