New-look Tigers introduce themselves in Blue and Gray Showcase
The men’s and women’s Memphis Tigers teams played scrimmages at the Showcase, which were the highlights of the Tigers’ 2024-25 season tipoff event.
Friday prep report: Defense, special teams spark Houston
D.J. Miller scores twice as the Mustangs down Bartlett for a key Region 8-6A victory.
Southwind ends region rival’s five-game streak with win over Central
Better weather this week allows the Jaguars to crank up their passing game, and Gary Greer was the biggest beneficiary.
XAI approved to lease 552 acres in Southwest Memphis for expansion
XAI is set to lease a site via CTC Property LLC, a California LLC affiliated with the Elon Musk company.
Lakeland approves agreement with YMCA
After a year of negotiation, Lakeland reaches an agreement for a recreation facility where a rundown motel once stood.
Southwest starts nonstops to Las Vegas, Phoenix
The airline’s new service will operate Thursday through Monday, joining several Memphis nonstops added in the last six weeks, including Austin, Texas, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Tyre Nichols trial: ‘Former MPD officers charged in Nichols’ death found guilty on some charges
The jury handed down its verdict for Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith on Thursday, Oct. 3, the climax of a nearly four-week federal trial.
Grizzlies camp recap: Scenes from Nashville and most impressive performers
The Grizzlies’ training camp detour to Nashville provided a different vibe, but many players thought being on the road resulted in a more focused environment.
Food Files: Zinnie’s reopened, DWJ Midtown closed
Zinnie’s is back open with a new look and menu, Newk’s is targeting the Memphis area for three additional stores and Second Street Taco & Tequila and DWJ Midtown have closed.
Conaway: Dan’s Tasteful List 2024
Eating out in Memphis is a reward for living here. You deserve it.
Man dead after FBI shooting in DeSoto County
Authorities are investigating a Friday shooting at the Super 8 motel at 2425 Sloans Way, just off Interstate 55 in Hernando.
Memphis importer-exporter glad to see dockworkers’ strike suspended
“Now, hopefully equipment will be discharged where it was ladened to be discharged or at least at another U.S. port so we can get it delivered to our customers,” said the president of Mallory Alexander International Logistics.
State golf preview: Several locals figure to be in title contention
The first TSSAA state championship tournament of the season gets underway Monday as Sevierville plays host to boys and girls golf.
Bailey: Missed opportunities to learn about candidates
Cancellation and last-minute absences in suburban political appearances mean missed opportunity for voters and students to learn about candidates.
Memphis-area firefighters help in Hurricane Helene aftermath
Tennessee Task Force 1 members stationed in western North Carolina, represent the Memphis Fire Department as well as fire departments in Shelby County, Bartlett, Millington, Collierville, Germantown and Milan.
New law prioritizes public safety in setting bail, officials say
Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court Division 8 Judge Lee Wilson and Lead Judicial Commissioner John Marshall discussed bail setting during a Memphis Shelby Crime Commission virtual discussion Thursday, Oct. 3.
No. 4 Tennessee Vols visit an improved Arkansas squad
Tennessee looks to stay in the College Football Playoff hunt with a road win in Fayetteville against Arkansas.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Logic and knowledge is no match for panic.” — Ivan Gerling about Stores wiped clean of toilet paper, but experts say not to panic
“I was at the liquor store. No run on booze thank goodness!” — Al Montgomery about Stores wiped clean of toilet paper, but experts say not to panic
“If the bail setting procedures are truly the “best in the state right now” according to Judge Lee Wilson, then why are violent, repeat offenders often released on their own recognizance?” — Mark Forrester about New law prioritizes public safety in setting bail, officials say
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Scotts Creek Greenway to connect Lakeland trails
The trail will cut through a forested area, providing a connection from Cool Springs Park, into the city’s athletic fields and tie into the new trail within the Lakeland Town Square mixed-use development at Memphis-Arlington Road.
Munford standout wins fan vote for high school player of the week
Bricen Turnage piled up 168 yards and scored twice on just four carries in a region win against Kingsbury.
No. 12 Ole Miss seeking bounce back at South Carolina
The Rebels had been in the top 10 almost all of September before a 20-17 loss to Kentucky last week.
5 by 5 crossword: Oct. 4
This week’s 5 by 5 crossword features the state’s top restaurateur.
Sudoku: Oct. 4
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Prost! Toast to autumn at Memphis Oktoberfests
There are still several Oktoberfest celebrations in the Mid-South in October. Here’s your guide.
Metro
Memphis-area officials react to Tyre Nichols verdict
Attorneys Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucci, Shelby County DA Steve Mulroy, Sen. London Lamar and others comment on the ruling in the federal trial for the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols.
Premium Metro Stores wiped clean of toilet paper, but experts say not to panic
Business
Baptist plans $10 million Collierville hospital expansion
The hospital plans to double the capacity of the hospital’s ICU and add more than 4,700 feet to its ER.
Free with sign-up Transportation & Logistics In the nation’s No. 2 city for cargo theft, experts seek answers
Sports
Here’s what we gathered from Memphis basketball’s Pro Day
The Tigers’ two-hour practice session — with NBA scouts courtside — consisted of drill work and run-throughs of various offensive sets and concluded with a five-on-five, full-court scrimmage.
Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger Glenn Rogers Sr. to have street named after him
Food
$10 Deal: Flames’ toshka is fire
Some of the best things in life are found between bread. Especially when that thing is meat. And especially, especially when that meat is lamb and beef.
Suburbs
DeSoto County assistant district attorney held in criminal contempt
County Circuit Court Judge Celeste Wilson admonished Andrew Willcutt on Monday, Sept. 30, for his handling of a 2023 case and defying verbal and written orders to appear in open court.
Arts & Culture
Music heavyweights re-create Big Star LP with original drummer
Jody Stephens, the only surviving member of legendary Memphis band Big Star, was joined on stage by Mike Mills of R.E.M., Pat Sansone of Wilco, Jon Auer of The Posies and Chris Stamey of The dBs to audibly re-create Big Star’s second album, “Radio City,” at Crosstown Theater Tuesday night. Reporter Jody Callahan was there, notepad and phone camera in hand.
Opinion
Hutchinson: Be wary of false claims by for-profit schools
Before enrolling in a for-profit school, make sure it is legitimate.
Podcasts
Musician Greg Cartwright on Reigning Sound, The Black Keys and music
Cartwright joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about his life and even his house, which was owned by some of the musicians who played with Johnny Cash.
Games
Word Search: Memphis food, wine and beer events
Can you solve this week’s word search?
Neighborhoods
Ale, yeah! Memphis breweries make lager-than-life moves
New Wing Order is back (kind of), a Cooper-Young brewery is serving early morning coffee and a totally new taproom in South Main finally opens after a decade of dreaming. Here’s a roundup of what’s new at Memphis breweries.