Thursday prep report: CBHS shuts down White Station
CBHS rolled over WSHS 41-0. The Spartans didn’t get out of the shadow of their own goalpost until the waning moments of the first half.Related content:
Liberty Stadium groundbreaking celebrates Tigers’ new reality
University of Memphis president Bill Hardgrave said there were many who believed the renovation wasn’t going to happen.Related content:
Memphis athletic director puts new hire Tim Duncan in charge of basketball
Duncan will work directly with Tigers coach Penny Hardaway as part of his responsibilities. Tim Duncan returns to Memphis to help Tigers ‘kick the door in' Memphis hires Tim Duncan, Terrence Lollie to leadership positions in athletic departmentRelated content:
TacoNGanas coming to FedExForum
TacoNGanas is bringing its birria-style tacos to FedExForum this fall, and they are celebrating with a block party.
Kosher barbecue festival returns after three-year break
The event touted as “the Greatest Kosher BBQ Competition in the World” returns this weekend.
Overton Park Conservancy names new director
Founding executive director Tina Sullivan announced in June she was leaving the leadership role she has held since 2012.
Second officer charged in Nichols’ death to take deal in federal case
The change of plea comes after a federal judge ruled Tyre Nichols’ young son must be represented by someone besides his grandmother’s attorneys in the civil rights lawsuit against the City of Memphis.
Republican court clerk candidate blames suburbs for August loss
“This was a winnable race. This was a ridiculously winnable race,” Lisa Arnold told Shelby County Republicans of her loss.
$10 Deal: Sen Trang’s bun cha gio noodle salad
Like all things Vietnamese, this noodle salad contrasts rich, savory, fatty flavors with the fresh, crunchy and bright.
Amid waning interest in EVs, Ford’s BlueOval City delay raises concerns
“Any delay at all just postpones the positive impact that we anticipate. It puts it at risk. All the people who might’ve been employed there are not going to be, at least not yet.”Related content:
Police pick up Penny pincher
The thief was caught on camera swiping packages from Tigers basketball coach Penny Hardaway’s home Aug. 8. Related story:
Grizzlies Insider: Can Memphis go from worst to first in this scoring statistic?
Ja Morant and Zach Edey are working out together this summer. Here’s why that is great news for Memphis Grizzlies fans.
Prep football 2024: Houston tops preseason Dandy Dozen
Offensive line is an area of concern but elsewhere the defending Class 6A state champions are loaded.
Opinion: Lieutenant governor says DA Mulroy ‘needs to go’
“Steve Mulroy is neither a dictator, nor is he a free agent. He is subject to the same Constitution and laws we all are. And the Constitution says he has a job to do.”
Opinion: Arguments about justice system ‘shouldn’t be a competition’
A longtime former prosecutor argues improvements in bail setting “has more to do with good advocacy on the part of local prosecutors, good decisions by local judges and less to do with changes in the law.”
U of M to build world’s largest ‘wind wall’ for drone study
As part of work it will do for the U.S. Office of Naval Research, the university will also build a 400-foot rain chamber.
Sanford: Tennessee is red, but state is getting some love at DNC
The convention is showcasing three current Democratic House members from Tennessee, whose race and gender would have barred them from holding political office before 1920.
Group investing in BlueCross building secures $750K loan
“We wanted to save this property from potential blight,” said the investment group’s Michael Hooks Jr. “We are blessed to even be able to participate.”
Prep football 2024: Dandy Dozen honorable mentions
Several other teams look to play their way into the rankings as the season progresses.
The To-Do List: Black Lodge’s last bash (really) and an Off the Rails art party
This week, I Love Memphis and Streetdog Foundation celebrate 15 years (but not together), and there will be swingin' and swayin' and DJs playing on Maggie H. Isabell Street.
Prep football 2024: Houston doesn’t plan to rest on its laurels
Several key pieces return as Mustangs begin defense of their Class 6A title.Related stories:
Head coach re-ups with 901 FC through 2025
Team is currently tied for second in the Western Conference heading into Saturday’s road game.
Sudoku: Aug. 22
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Metro
MSCS board changes rules governing system’s attorney
The new structure, outlined in a resolution sponsored by all nine board members, is a return to a precedent of the legacy Memphis City Schools district.
City of Memphis Document details what jobs MATA will cut: ‘Not a fun day’
Business
Ford delays launch of Tennessee-built EV truck to 2027
The company said delaying the launch will enable the company to use lower-cost battery technology and take advantage of other cost breakthroughs while the market continues to develop.
Health Care Memphis hospital is Tennessee’s first center of robotic excellence in surgery
Sports
Week 1 high school football preview: Phoenix-Lynx, Owls-Panthers headline the slate
Both MASE and Bartlett looking to atone for losses in their 2023 season-openers.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Penny’s packages pilfered
Food
Whataburger complicates Midtown mixed-use project
The issue for the multi-use development is adding another set of drive-thru lanes to an area already dominated by fast-food restaurants.
Suburbs
DeSoto County escapee sticking in Chicago for now
After months on the lam, DeSoto County escapee Joshua Zimmerman was found barricaded in a Chicago restaurant. Related content:
Arts & Culture
How a giant astronaut ended up on a Memphis studio called Outerspace
“For artists in this city, the biggest missing piece is marketing,” said James “IMAKEMADBEATS” Dukes. “Creative installations like this help out dramatically.”
Opinion
Guest Column: ‘Do we not value music?’
Elizabeth Cawein asked musicians what makes a gig worthwhile, outside of what they are paid. Their answers came down to one thing: They want to be valued.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Corky’s is ready for its close-up
The shopping channel was in Memphis this week to shoot live at Corky’s, as part of its Foodie Travel Series.