Dragons offense roars as Collierville hands Arlington its first defeat
The Dragons “were a little chippy” this week after a loss, coach Joe Rocconi said. Collierville took their frustrations out on the field.
Friday prep report: MUS rallies past Nashville’s Father Ryan
The Owls improve to 4-1 as Maddox Giel runs for two touchdowns and Jackson Hood scores the game-winner midway through the fourth quarter.
County reentry head, wife to remain behind bars for now
DeAndre Brown and Vinessa Brown remain in custody following a bond hearing Friday, Sept. 19, that will carry into next week.
Redbirds recap: Memphis falls after first inning onslaught
Blaze Jordan tripled home a run in the first inning, his second triple at Triple-A this season.
At day of service, Zach Randolph shares lesson with Grizzlies newcomers
PJ Hall and Javon Small are still learning about Memphis. Fortunately, Zach Randolph and Tony Allen were there to set an example.
Arkansas at Memphis: What to know as Tigers play host to SEC opponent
Arkansas will travel to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Saturday for a meeting of quarterbacks who know each other well, with Texas ties that go way back.
Runners will take off at airport’s first Runway 5K
More than 850 participants ranging in age from 4 to 92 are expected for the inaugural Runway 5K at Memphis International Airport.
Arts Beat: Playback Memphis is now Everystory
Virginia Reed Murphy describes playback theater as a “storytelling and witnessing practice.” Since 2010, her organization has given more than 500 performances.
After 8 years, Parking Day pulls back up
The Downtown Memphis Commission hosted Parking Day for the first time since 2017 on Friday, with three themed mini parks.
Bailey: Memories of Maywood filled with sun, fun — and Florida sand
Memories of Maywood bring back times of cold water, spraying fountains, a jukebox and high dives, plus sand mined from Destin.
Competing rallies demonstrate partisan divide over National Guard deployment
Opponents of an “occupation” by National Guard troops in the city and Republicans backing the arrival of the Guard both rallied to their cause Thursday in the city. See The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of the Memphis Safe Task Force
National Guard to be ‘eyes and ears’ on the streets, mayor says
Memphis Mayor Paul Young said the National Guard will not be doing any detainment.
Conaway: The lowest crime rate in 25 years is getting both a parade and a charade
“Yet the rest of the nation will see the parade charade daily on their screens large and small. They will see the National Guard in Memphis, an occupied American city.”
Food Files: Joe is ramblin’ on Sam Cooper
Ramblin’ Joes to have grand opening on Sunday, Sept. 21. Sonic Drive-In is adding a location at the southwest corner of Poplar Avenue and Yates Road.
What’s up: ‘X-Files,’ a fungi fest and ‘Bop Til You Drop’
This week, old movies return to the big screen, a plant pop-up pops up at another pop-up and two Downtown hotels host DJ events.
Lakeland vice mayor to run for Shelby County Commission
Michele Dial plans to pursue a seat on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners next year, a seat held by Mick Wright, who is term-limited.
$15 Deal: Boba Society’s extra garlicky garlic noodles
A warning: The amount of garlic in these noodles is not for the faint-hearted. But if you’ve watched a certain vampire movie recently, you may be more than grateful.
Lakeland receiver on record-setting pace
Senior receiver Anden Quinn shines against the big dogs while combining with quarterback Brett Godwin in the area’s highest-flying passing attack.
FedEx reports positive first quarter results
However, FedEx Freight segment operating results fell.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Cool event, but no need to wait a whole year to do it again.” — Mike Todd about After eight years, Parking Day pulls back up
“My before game question is, will the crowd have more red or blue?” — Marcus Hopper about Arkansas at Memphis: What to know as the Tigers play host to SEC opponent
“I wish these folks all the luck and sincerely appreciate their efforts. As noted, this is a developmental league - a good number of teams play in HS stadiums. Not since the Rogues have we had a true professional league team. That said, maybe playing at Mike Rose lets those who were too scared to venture downtown for 901FC to show” — Michael Berry about USL League Two coming to Memphis in 2026
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Sudoku: Sept. 19
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WordRow: Sept. 19
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game.
Daily Jigsaw: B.B.'s birthday
Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from B.B. King’s 100th birthday celebration taken by freelance photographer Scott Campbell.
Metro
How D.C. federal law enforcement efforts could inform what happens in Memphis
President Donald Trump said Memphis will be a “replica” of D.C. with the National Guard. What has it looked like in the nation’s capital?
Spirit of Memphis Buckley: Les Smith told Memphis stories. His impact on Memphis journalism is one to remember.
City of Memphis MLGW takes step toward buying Cordova property
Premium City of Memphis National Guard not needed in Memphis, former police director says
Education Tennessee won’t say how many students are enrolled in new voucher program
Business
Inked: Overton Park apartments prepare for residents
Also, mother and son lease space at Regalia Shopping Center, and six multifamily complexes were sold in a foreclosure auction.
Real Estate XAI subsidiary subleases 550+ acres for solar panel project
Real Estate The latest on Google’s West Memphis data center? It could add water recycling.
Real Estate Eat more chicken again on Union Avenue
Business Networking event adding pitch competition, creatives night
Sports
Calkins: Memphis has a rich history of playing the SEC. Is it coming to an end?
For almost exactly 60 years, SEC teams have been traveling to the Liberty Bowl to play Memphis in football. Saturday might be the beginning of the end.
Sports No. 9 Memphis ties UAB, stays unbeaten in women’s soccer
High School Sports Top-ranked Germantown wins nail-biter against Lausanne
High School Sports Briarcrest QB wins vote as prep football player of the week
Premium Spirit of Memphis How many 2nd graders does it take to tackle Brandon Clarke? Now he knows.
Food
Table Talk: Remembering Jennifer Biggs with the mahjong ladies
MahJ Squad 901 started meeting for weekly games years ago, making every fourth meeting a luncheon that started by checking out one of Biggs’ recommendations.
Premium North Mississippi The purrr-fect brew: Fancy Cat Cafe to mix coffee, adoptions in Southaven
Suburbs
Collierville to consider 2 more liquor stores, reaching limit
Last month, Collierville changed its beer laws for the first time in more than 40 years. Now two more liquor stores are seeking the town’s approval.
Premium North Mississippi Horn Lake mayor defends tax cut amid criticism
Arts & Culture
Mellencamp, McBride, Gales to honor Memphis Music Hall of Fame inductees
John Mellencamp, Martina McBride and Eric Gales will honor inductees at the Memphis Music Hall of Fame ceremony on Sept. 25.
Premium Music New concert series launches at Harrell Theatre in Collierville
Opinion
Sanford/Hunt: Memphis’ National Guard presence demands collaboration over partisanship
“When President Donald Trump announced Monday, Sept. 15, federal troops will now be deployed to the streets of Memphis, the cheerleading by Tennessee’s top three elected officials ... seemed much more concerned with revealing no trace of daylight between themselves and Trump.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A big change coming to Landers Center
Late last month, ground was broken on the Landers Center’s $85 million expansion, which includes a unique hotel-convention center project.