Roar of a FedEx jet bearing Fred Smith’s initials breaks moment of silence at FESJC
A powerful jet overhead made the earth at TPC Southwind tremble during a flyover honoring FedEx founder and former CEO Fred Smith, who died June 21 at the age of 80.
Tommy Fleetwood still leads, but things are tighter at the FESJC
Winless on the PGA Tour, he leads Justin Rose by one stroke heading into Sunday’s finale. Scottie Scheffler is two shots back.Related content:
FESJC: Saturday’s scores; Sunday’s pairings
Scores and pairings from the FedEx St. Jude Championship being played at TPC Southwind.
Scottie Scheffler’s ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ chicken shack draws buzz at FESJC
Scottie’s Chicken Shack at TPC Southwind features a wall with a photo of Scheffler laying on the bench in the holding cell from “Happy Gilmore 2.”
Super Bowl winner pranks PGA Tour stars at TPC Southwind
The jester made his way to Memphis for the FedEx St. Jude Championship, and some of golf’s biggest names fell for his jokes.
More than 40% of dogs entering Memphis Animal Services are put down. Adoption events try to reduce that number.
“(Rescue groups) like these are typically overwhelmed with a lot of dogs,” said Jane Jayakumar, who brought her Streetdog foster Gabriel to the event. “Events like these help promote that we’re a presence in Memphis.”
Bartlett chamber honors businesses doing important work
A fun island vibe was served as the backdrop in Bartlett on Friday, Aug. 8, as the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Barty awards gala.
Marsha Blackburn invites ‘small group of local press’ to closed roundtable
A Monday, Aug. 11, roundtable discussion U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn is hosting at PURE Academy will not be open to the public, according to information obtained by The Daily Memphian.
Memphis Made files for bankruptcy, looks at possible sale
“We are still open, and we’re still selling beer,” Memphis Made’s Andy Ashby told The Daily Memphian.
‘Pre-K to Ph.D': U of M launches second elementary school
With the launch of a second elementary school campus in Sherwood Forest this week, University of Memphis’ new K-12 district began its first expansion effort outside the college’s campus. Even more could be on the horizon.
Redbirds recap: Memphis loses second straight to Durham
The offense for the Memphis Redbirds struggled for the second straight game as the team fell 6-2 to the Durham Bulls Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
New fashion week puts Memphis culture on the runway
It’s a chance not only to spotlight the creative voices shaping the future of style but honor the zest you can only get in the Bluff City.
Wesley Wright announces run for county commission seat
After serving as Lakeland commissioner, Wesley Wright is preparing for a run as county commissioner representing District 3.
City of Hernando reduces millage rate
The adjustments to the millage rate will not cover the entire Hernando budget, but it will be up to the city leaders to balance the financial plans as they deal with costs in the fiscal year.
Sound Bites: The evolution of Grind City Brewing Co.
Grind City Brewing Co. has made it through the IPA craze, the pandemic seltzer wave and several Dry Januarys, but back in May, the company decided to make a big shift.
Sudoku: Aug. 9
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Daily jigsaw: Elvis week
Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a picture from The Daily Memphian files taken by Brad Vest during Elvis Week 2024.
Metro
What the race for governor looks like with Blackburn officially in
As Bill Lee’s final term nears its end, multiple contenders stepped up for the race for state governor. Plus, this political roundup also explores the Democratic primary race to succeed Wanda Halbert.
City of Memphis More than 40% of dogs entering Memphis Animal Services are put down. Adoption events try to reduce that number.
Shelby County How the County Commission’s debate on school board elections has turned
Education ‘Pre-K to Ph.D': U of M launches second elementary school
Premium Elections Wesley Wright announces run for county commission seat
Business
Former ALSAC CEO Richard Shadyac Jr. launches new venture
Shadyac Strategies will help organizations with brand building, media strategy and crisis management as well as provide interim CEO services and speaking engagements.
Premium Business Coffee shop, Chipotle, Panda Express among new Bartlett restaurants in the works
Premium Transportation & Logistics MATA proposes hope for Downtown trolleys but says it needs more money to run them
Premium Real Estate How short-term rentals like Airbnbs are regulated
Spirit of Memphis Roar of a FedEx jet bearing Fred Smith’s initials breaks moment of silence at FESJC
Sports
Hill: Who were those Swedish cowboys at FESJC?
A family from Sweden traveled 14 hours to watch Ludvig Aberg. They left with signed golf balls from the Swedish star and a new admiration for St. Jude.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Nike debuts new Morant commercial as Ja 3 sneakers sell out
Premium Spirit of Memphis Buckley: Surely you’ve seen Jeff Woods and his wagon. But soon the two will stop rolling.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Hardaway says Tigers’ roster, staff still not finalized as season nears
Premium North Mississippi Former DeSoto Central High standout assigned to Memphis Redbirds
Food
What to order: Bar Hustle’s Detroit-style pizza has a secret
Go off menu, slightly, at Bar Hustle to get a pizza with red onions, fennel sausage and spicy honey.
Golf Scottie Scheffler’s ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ chicken shack draws buzz at FESJC
Premium Food Magnolia & May owners brew up new coffee trailer
Suburbs
Bringing down the house parties: Why communities struggle to tame the commotion
Music roars throughout the neighborhood. Partygoers do doughnuts in cul-de-sacs and park in yards. And when the party’s over, partygoers leave beer bottles, condoms and other debris — even car parts — scattered throughout the neighborhood.
Premium Collierville Shelby Williamson brings fresh, young perspective to Collierville chamber
Premium Bartlett Harrison achieves dream as new Altruria principal
Arts & Culture
Memphis-born Bobby Whitlock of Derek and the Dominos fame dies
Whitlock, who grew up in Millington and got his start at Stax Records, will forever be known as a member of Derek and the Dominoes.
Premium Music Ask the Memphian: Did someone really try to steal Elvis’ body?
Performing Arts Hattiloo will bring ‘Jubilee’ to Jackson, Tennessee
Opinion
Conaway: This is who your city looks like. See her.
“Whether we thrive tomorrow, actually, whether we survive, depends more on what we feed Olivia today than most of us want to acknowledge.”
Premium Spirit of Memphis Calkins: Why Fred Smith saved the Memphis golf tournament. (Hint: It wasn’t about the golf.)
Podcasts
Sound Bites: The evolution of Grind City Brewing Co.
Grind City Brewing Co. has made it through the IPA craze, the pandemic seltzer wave and several Dry Januarys, but back in May, the company decided to make a big shift.