Tigers flash their potential on drive that puts Boise State away
After the Broncos had cut the Tigers’ lead to three midway through the fourth, Memphis responded with a time-consuming march that left no room for doubt. Or a comeback.
Tigers are the beneficiary of a blown lead this time
Instead of being the team with the initial lead, it was the Tigers’ time to dish out some of the same pain they faced in the past two seasons by scoring 28 unanswered points after falling behind 17-0 to Boise State.
Tigers survive Boise State in another close game
The University of Memphis Tigers came back from an early deficit to defeat the Boise State Broncos at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Buckley: Tigers had an ‘inexcusable, pedestrian start.’ Roc Taylor woke them up. Tigers flash their potential on drive that puts Boise State awayRelated stories:
Box score: Memphis 35, Boise State 32
NCAA football box score for the Saturday, Sept. 30, game between the Memphis Tigers and Boise State Broncos.
Opera Memphis raises curtain on Midtown digs
The nearly 70-year-old organization hosted an open house to showcase its new location at Peabody Avenue and Cooper Street in Midtown.
Grit, gravel help, but Ride 2 Rosemary paved with saltier stuff
More than 65 men took off Saturday, Sept. 30 from West Cancer Center, for the 13th annual 525-mile bike trek in five days to Rosemary Beach, Florida. The trip is a fundraiser for West Cancer Foundation.
Grizzlies waive two players, sign two more
The Memphis Grizzlies waived Josh Christopher and Isaiah Todd on Saturday, then followed that move by signing Matthew Hurt and Mychal Mulder.
Flamenco Memphis looks to spread the word about the art form
Noelia Garcia Carmona and Roy Brewer are bringing fun, festivities and fellowship to Memphis in the form of flamenco.
Four mayoral candidates spent $1.76M combined over summer
None of the other 13 Memphis mayoral candidates on the ballot were in six figures, but these four spent six-figure sums on their campaigns throughout the summer. Election season’s final act starts as curtain goes down on early votingRelated story:
Judge to terminate Michael Oher’s conservatorship
A local judge said Friday, Sept. 29, she will end the conservatorship over Michael Oher, the retired NFL football player whose life story rose to prominence through the 2009 film “The Blind Side.”
Dandy Dozen’s No. 5 Houston scores big region victory over No. 2 Bartlett
Defense carries the day for the Mustangs, as they hold the area’s top-ranked offense in check for most of the game. Friday football report: Walk-off field goal gives Brothers a win over SaintsRelated story:
Appeals court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minors
A panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit ruled 2-1 that the transgender plaintiffs did not have a constitutional right to gender-affirming care as minors, saying courts should get out of the way of “thoughtful debates” within state legislatures.
Buckley: Memphis has a fourth-down plan. It doesn’t care who knows.
As they prepare for Boise State, the Tigers are 8-for-9 on fourth-down conversion attempts this year. Memphis is tied with Penn State for the fifth-best success rate (88.9%) in the country
STEM curriculum at KIPP charter schools brings real world into classrooms
The new STEM program at KIPP Collegiate School isn’t just helping students in the here and now, says Chief of Schools Lischa Brooks, adding: “We’re thinking about their tomorrow.”
Behind the Headlines: Program pushes pre-K for 2-year-olds from high-poverty areas
A year-old program to get children in poverty into pre-kindergarten classes earlier is part of a discussion on “Behind The Headlines” that took in larger questions.
Reporter’s Notebook: Observations from Plan A, Plan Z maps
For the past several months, The Daily Memphian staff created maps, timelines, data visualizations and other interactive elements for the series about the 50th anniversary of busing. Here are some observations.
Texas man indicted for allegedly defrauding FedEx of more than $400K
Robert Clark, 58, of Travis County, Texas, is charged with nine counts of mail fraud. Clark’s indictment alleges that he began the scheme around December 2019.
901 Hot Pot to expand current location, open second spot
The 901 Hot Pot & Korean BBQ opened in March in Bartlett and is ready for an expansion. Plus, a second location in East Memphis is in the works.
Feel like summer heat is lingering? That’s because it is
Forecasted temperatures are hovering in the low to mid-90s — about 10 degrees higher than average for this time of year.
Memphis visit will be a homecoming for Billy Richmond III and family
Richmond, a four-star recruit in the 2024 class, will return to his hometown for what will be a key official visit for Memphis.
Lakeland agrees to buy Relax Inn, avoiding condemnation
Lakeland has changed directions on the future for the Relax Inn on Canada Road by buying the property instead of going through the condemnation process.
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.
DeSoto County School District receives ‘A’ accountability grade
DeSoto County Schools reflect good showing for the annual accountability ratings from the state Department of Education.
DeSoto County DA-elect announces advisory committee
Matthew Barton, soon-to-be DeSoto County’s new district attorney, has set up a transition team and a website for applicants seeking to work for his office.
Five must-see shows in Memphis for October 2023
A recent Tiny Desk Concert band hits Growlers, Willie Nelson’s festival comes to Snowden Grove, Raphael Saadiq revisits Tony! Toni! Tone! and Stevie Nicks comes to FedExForum.
Letter to the Editor: ‘If you want my vote for mayor’
“If you want my vote for mayor, you’d better tell me how YOU are the best suited to be the mayor for every citizen or get out of the way for someone who will.”
Letter to the Editor: ‘Kudos to the early election volunteers and organizers’
“The local Memphis volunteers made that experience not only possible but wholly positive and welcoming. As leaders themselves, they exude the life and hope there is in Memphis.”
A look under the (technological) hood of The Daily Memphian
As part of The Daily Memphian’s ongoing series of stories and interviews marking the fifth anniversary, Eric Barnes interviews the technical team behind the news organization.
Sound Bites: Overton Square closings, new Midtown bar, Majestic Grille brunch
This week on Sound Bites, Chris Herrington and digital director Holly Whitfield discuss a few bits of recent Memphis restaurant news.
Memphis Tigers podcast: Talkin’ Boise State, Blake Watson, basketball
Seth Henigan’s interceptions and a battle between running backs Blake Watson and Ashton Jeanty are among among the topics discussed in the newest edition of The Daily Memphian Tigers Podcast with Greg Gaston.
Grizzlies podcast: Training camp storylines
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss training camp storylines before the Grizzlies hit the practice courts next week.
Metro
City Council discusses game plan after approval of gun referendums
Also, public art of a rat drew the ire of some council members. “We’ve got one guy who is sort of stepping in the poop, and we are all having to smell it,” Jeff Warren said.
Public Safety Two more arrested in smuggling scheme at Shelby County Jail
Business
Labor minister orders West Canada ports to open
Major importers in Memphis rely on the Canadian National Railway’s service from Prince Rupert because that route shaves 500 miles off the sail time from key Asian harbors.
Health Care $11M children’s mental-health center to be built starting in 2025
Sports
Playoff chase: Tracking top Group of Five teams
The Daily Memphian keeps track of notable Group of Five teams each week. Some teams will fall out of the tracker and others will be added depending on the outcome of games played.
Premium North Mississippi DeSoto Central High boys soccer team fined, placed on probation
Food
Talking turkey: Thanksgiving recipes and Christmas lighting kickoffs
Our Thanksgiving guide offers recipes to ease your menu-planning worries. And we’ve got a guide to turkey trots and holiday lighting events in case you need something to do besides eat and nap.
Suburbs
DeSoto Central High boys soccer team fined, placed on probation
The Mississippi High School Activities Association issued a penalty to DeSoto Central on Nov. 4, including a one-year disciplinary probation for the team as well as a $100 fine.
Arts & Culture
Felix Cavaliere to receive AutoZone Liberty Bowl award
Felix Cavaliere and The Rascals earned rock-and-roll fame with No. 1 hits like “Good Lovin’,” “Mustang Sally,” “Groovin’” and “People Got to Be Free.”
Opinion
Opinion: Crime Commission to host public-safety forum
The forum will address juvenile crime, bail, truancy and other factors with speakers including representatives from the Memphis Police Department, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, General Sessions Court and the school system.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Chris Herrington on (surprise!) food, basketball, music
The Daily Memphian food, music and basketball reporter and columnist Chris Herrington joins Eric Barnes on Sound Bites to discuss his areas of expertise.