Two indicted in Freeman death were targets of prior civil rights lawsuit
The alleged victim, Elvis Hester, filed a grievance against Jones after Jones reportedly made threats of a sexual nature and refused to feed Hester.
Thursday prep report: Southwind pulls away in second half to beat Melrose
Sophomore quarterback Kelvin Perkins accounts for four touchdowns as Jaguars improve to 6-0.Related story:
Five indicted former officers won’t be a part of Tyre Nichols civil suit
The five are defendants in both the criminal and civil cases.
Buckley: Answers to key Memphis sports venues renovation questions
Jim Strickland’s $684 million plan to renovate Memphis’ four major sports venues was announced last October. Nearly a year later, no agreements have been reached regarding funding allocation.
Sterick Building could include ‘micro-retail,’ co-working space
The developer expects 18 months of architectural work before breaking ground. The renovated building could also include up to 260 multifamily units and hotel space.
Airport Authority approves CEO contract, increased parking rates
The board approved increasing parking lot rates to fund the parking enhancement program, estimated to cost $8 to $10 million.
Lakeland quarterback voted player of the week
Lakeland Prep made history on Sept. 15 by defeating Douglass to post the first varsity victory in program history.
Nine indicted in jail death of Gershun Freeman
Gershun Freeman was involved in a fatal encounter with corrections officers in the Shelby County Jail at 201 Poplar Ave. on Oct. 5, 2022. Bonner claims Freeman video release was illegal and politically motivatedRelated story:
Outdoors Inc. closing Midtown store after 35 years
“We started in 1974 and we’re looking forward to celebrating our 50th anniversary in January — looking forward, not looking back,” Outdoors Inc. owner Joe Royer said.
The To-Do List: Bluff Cakes party, Barbie Rave and cowabunga at the Comic Expo
This week brings the Mid-South Fair, the Pink Palace Crafts Fair, the Memphis Country Blues Festival and an album release party from Aktion Kat.
Grizzlies Insider: Predicting training camp storylines, even if it’s a bad idea
Marcus Smart’s knack for giving a good quote and reputation as an energizer in practice will make him the center of attention when the team gets on the court together in two weeks.
$10 Deal: Savor the end of summer at Tacos Los Jarochos
Josh Carlucci says the food truck scene on Summer Avenue is like a slot machine: Each visit could yield a different array. But the fish tacos at Los Jarochos are a jackpot.
Germantown Schools to ask Shelby County Election Commission to find new polling sites
Germantown Municipal School District’s Board of Education is formally asking the Shelby County Election Commission to find different precincts than school buildings in light of a new state law.
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.
It’s a Memphis thing: Five years of photos
Here are some of The Daily Memphian staff’s favorite photos from the past five years, highlighting our everyday lives in the 901.
LeSaint, Medtronic granted amended tax incentives
The Economic Development and Growth Engine of Memphis & Shelby County approved two amended tax incentive plans for LaSaint Logistics and Medtronic Logistics with partner CEVA Logistics.
Key stats and numbers for Memphis against Missouri
Containing Missouri receiver Luther Burden while eliminating turnovers will go a long way in helping Memphis execute a potential upset.
Memphis receiver Tauskie Dove faces his old school, Missouri
Tauskie Dove understands the storylines that surround him playing his former school, but he hasn’t focused too much on that this week. Tigers Football Insider: Memphis could be facing a backup QB against MissouriRelated story:
International firm hired to measure Memphis music’s economic impact
Part of Sound Diplomacy’s work over the next year will include an online map of the city’s “music ecosystem,” including teachers, school programs, church choirs, venues, festivals and music publishing.
Memphis-area high school football stat leaders
Totals are through games as of Sept. 15 and are for TSSAA schools in The Daily Memphian coverage area.
Brian Kelsey appears in court to ask for bail pending appeal
With four weeks left until he’s scheduled to go to prison, former state Sen. Brian Kelsey appeared in federal court in Nashville on Thursday, Sept. 21 to argue that prosecutors violated his plea deal — and that he should remain free while the appeal plays out.
Metro
The Early Word: Lee Harris may sue task force; Bill Lee says it’s here forever
Hotel developer is buying a Downtown office building, Orgill opens a hardware-store owner’s dream and hipster workwear comes to Memphis.
Premium Education Students with income-limited vouchers outperform MSCS on reading, but not math
Public Safety Two off-duty Memphis cops arrested for drag racing, department says
Shelby County Lowery wants a ‘change in culture,’ Pearson gears up fundraising, and Republicans want Sawyer to resign
Business
Palladio closing for good ... or is it?
On Friday, Oct. 10, owner Cynthia Ham posted on social media that Palladio, a space with showrooms filled with antiques and home furnishings, would have its last day on Halloween.
Premium Health Care Glasses that slow nearsightedness in children now FDA-approved
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Transportation & Logistics Long pause for laughter: FedEx commercials poke fun at office power moves
Sports
College Football Playoff executive director says 12-team format amps sport’s interest
The expanded playoff has helped Group of Six schools, including Memphis and South Florida, share a bigger part of the national spotlight during the regular season.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Hill: Memphis wants GameDay. But will GameDay want Memphis?
High School Sports Arlington tops Houston for Region 8-AAA volleyball crown
High School Sports Dandy Dozen: MASE joins as Lausanne jumps into top five
Food
From barbecue to baking: Memphis vegetarian competes on the national stage
Marjorie Levy, a financial services professional by day, will compete at the World Food Championships on Thursday, Oct. 16.
Suburbs
Arlington tops Houston for Region 8-AAA volleyball crown
Victory gives the Arlington Tigers an all-important home match in the sectionals as they look to advance to state for the first time.Related content:
Arts & Culture
Memphis music ‘all-stars’ unite for a bash
“You’re just not going to see all of these artists together in this way any other time.”
Opinion
Calkins: They’re not just cutting a ribbon in Whitehaven. They’re showing us the way.
You know the best way to solve the ills of a community? With hope. There will be plenty of that at Whitehaven High School Wednesday — where they’re cutting the ribbon on a new STEM center.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Germantown mayor’s job could get bigger
Germantown will soon ask its residents a big question: Should mayor become a full-time job?