901 FC and El Paso battle to scoreless draw
New goalkeeper Triston Henry shines again as Memphis picks up a point against the Western Conference cellar-dwellers.
Nikki McCray-Penson ‘never forgot where she came from’
Collierville remembers the athlete whose achievements ranged from being named SEC Basketball Player of the Year and WNBA All-Star to bringing home Olympic gold, speaking at the Library of Congress, and a successful college coaching career.
Harrison Williams takes seventh in Paris Olympic decathlon
The former MUS standout was in contention for a medal until the ninth of the ten events in the decathlon.
Desmond Bane, MSCS host school supply giveaway
Bane and the district supplied thousands of backpacks, and the Grizzlies guard shared his thoughts on the team’s offseason.
Hollywood Feed continues growth with more Arkansas stores
The retailer has nearly a dozen stores in the Memphis area and more than 170 locations across 19 states.
Germantown party house goes on market
Hours after Germantown took legal action against a homeowner, the house was listed for sale at $1.6 million.Related story:
This Memphis theater company needs just 10 minutes to wow audiences
Emerald Theatre Co. will bring a flurry of 10-minute plays, a yuletide sing-along, a musical from the creator of “Rent” and a black comedy about what it means to be a “man” in Hollywood.
Second ouster petition filed against Wanda Halbert
Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert is facing a second ouster petition after the first was dismissed in June.
MPD officer in fatal crash died while ‘living his dream’
Memphis Police Department Officer Demetrice Johnson, 34, died in the line of duty Friday. “He was living his dream,” said his friend of more than 20 years Henry Grant of Johnson’s ambition to be a law enforcement officer.Related story:
Sawyer says Republican strategy in clerk’s race backfired
Clerk-elect Tami Sawyer said her opponent’s campaign focus on Sawyer’s activist roots was ignored by voters. “I talked about my priorities. The other party talked about me,” she told The Daily Memphian.
Sound Bites: Behind the scenes at Muddy’s
Kat Gordon and her team of “gnomies” (that’s what she calls her employees) at Muddy’s have been providing Memphians with cupcakes and sweet treats — with a side of whimsy since 2008.
Lucia Gilliland was go-to for nonprofits, charitable leadership
Her first job out of college was working for millionaire Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt in New York. She got the job through a New York Times want ad.
MLGW says it can’t reject serving xAI with electricity
The utility company also said the supercomputer’s heavy electric load will have “no impact” on its reliability.
Reader comments from the Memphis Top 25 athletes series
Reaction to this week’s series of the 25 greatest Memphis athletes of the century — a project spearheaded by Geoff Calkins, and voted on by several members by our sport staff — has been passionate, pointed and piebald.
Recipe Exchange: Patrick’s ranch dressing with a kick
Patrick’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill owner shares the recipe for the restaurant’s garlicky ranch dressing.
Germantown, Collierville leaders discuss suburbs’ growth, challenges
Jason Huisman, Germantown’s city administrator, and Molly Mehner, the town administrator in Collierville, each followed men with unusually long careers.
Mid-Summer Grizzlies Mailbag: Olympic musings, tax-dodging worries and more
It’s time for the first installment of Chris Herrington’s annual Memphis Grizzlies Mid-Summer Mailbag. Herrington answers readers’ questions, addressing Olympic issues, luxury tax matters and more.
Judge says Just City bail suit will impact local taxpayers
The local judge also told reporters Friday, Aug. 2, that local bail reform efforts have been working.
Tyre Nichols’ son must be represented in civil suit, judge says
A federal judge ruled Friday that Tyre Nichols’ young son must be represented by someone besides his grandmother RowVaughn Wells’ attorneys in the civil rights lawsuit against the City of Memphis.
Judge rules MPD sergeants can be part of lawsuit
The lawsuit stems from the department’s decision to create a second lieutenant position, a move that the sergeants say harms their career prospects.
Breaking down the Tigers’ top preseason camp position questions
The Memphis Tigers have the talent compete for an AAC title and contend for a spot in the first 12-team College Football Playoff, but there are some depth chart questions to answer during camp.
Unopposed Arlington election winners look forward to next four years
The winners in Arlington’s elections on Thursday now look to the future of a town on the verge of more growth.
Prep football 2024: At Lausanne, pressure comes with the territory
Under Kevin Locastro, the Lynx have developed into one of Tennessee’s most consistent programs. There’s plenty of promise for 2024 too — and for the future.
Guest Column: U of M makes a major impact on families
“The benefits of receiving early intervention and therapy in the formative years is well supported by decades of research.”
The Sidebar: Willy Bearden on his memoir
The Memphis historian describes his new book as Mississippi Delta pool hall existentialism.
Metro
Downtown Malco Theater to be fenced in with conditions
Due to security concerns, Malco began installing six-foot, black aluminum poles around the property in July. The city issued a stop work order, halting the project.
Premium Elections Election Commission sets runoff date for Collierville
Business
Downtown Malco Theater to be fenced in with conditions
Due to security concerns, Malco began installing six-foot, black aluminum poles around the property in July. The city issued a stop work order, halting the project.
Health Care University of Memphis-made medical device helps COPD sufferers
Sports
The greatest Memphis athletes of the century: Nos. 1-5
It’s finally the moment to unveil the greatest five Memphis athletes of the century. And these five didn’t leave much doubt. The list includes a Tiger football player, a Tiger basketball player and three Memphis Grizzlies. Only the order is up for debate.
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Food
$10 Deal: Mocktails and lion’s mane at Memphis Whistle
Memphis Whistle is a cocktail bar where standard pub fare is spun on its head.
Suburbs
Collierville renames historic high school for outgoing mayor
Retiring Mayor Stan Joyner was surprised Thursday night as he was informed his former school building will be named in his honor.
Arts & Culture
Pompeii exhibit gives Graceland visitors glimpse into ‘time capsule’
Casts created in hollowed-out spaces of volcanic ash and other artifacts from the frozen city of Pompeii, which was destroyed in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., are on display at Graceland starting this week.
Opinion
Herrington: Warriors a tough matchup for Grizzlies, but also a model
Friday night in San Francisco, the Grizzlies will complete their first West Coast road trip against a team that’s so far had even more success this season with a similar approach: the Golden State Warriors.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Five Memphis surprises
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington set up for two nationally televised Grizzlies games this week and share their top five biggest surprises so far this season.