Munford stays undefeated with overtime win at Whitehaven
The Cougars jumped out to a big lead before surviving a Tigers’ comeback bid led by Christopher Talley and Jaden Thomas.
Friday prep report: Collierville tops Bartlett for region win
The Dragons picked up their fourth victory of the season and the second in Region 7-6A play.
MacKenzie Scott donation to benefit LeMoyne-Owen College, officials say
Scott’s donation is part of a larger campaign by the United Negro College Fund to raise $370 million to fund a pooled endowment for each of the country’s 37 HBCUs.
‘Flash drought’ returns to Mississippi River at Memphis
The rain this week boosted the Mississippi River’s level at Memphis. But that is likely to change and return to the drought level driven by a dry August in the Ohio River Valley.
National Guard won’t be making arrests, governor says
Gov. Bill Lee outlined plans for Trump’s Memphis Safe Task Force on Friday, saying that the first personnel could be in the Bluff City on Monday, Sept. 29.
Martin Market Report: A look at the sportsbooks for Week 5 of college football
Bets are made every day — on teams, on players, on corporations and companies. The money isn’t always right, but it can usually give us a great sense of what the correct side is.
Ja Morant won’t use agent to negotiate next NBA contract. Here’s why.
Star Grizzlies point guard is taking a different path on NBA contract negotiations and will use a new startup advisory firm.
Grizzlies announce injury updates ahead of training camp
The team provided medical updates on Brandon Clarke, Cedric Coward, Zach Edey and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Memphis at FAU: What to know before Tigers’ first conference game
As long as the Tigers aren’t still celebrating their win over Arkansas, Memphis shouldn’t have any problem putting Florida Atlantic away in its American Conference opener.
As Memphis nears start of official practices, a look at Tigers’ projected rotation
With Memphis’ first official practice of the 2025-26 season coming Monday, here’s how The Daily Memphian predicts the Tigers’ rotation will shake out.
Arts Beat: U of M brings even more Shakespeare (and new dance works)
While the U of M’s production is “part Shakespeare, part block party, 100% heart,” Germantown Community Theatre is doing Shakespeare with an all-female cast.
The Tigers’ Law brothers: Two siblings living their football dream together
Memphis Tigers linebackers Cade and Crews Law always dreamed of playing college football together. Cade’s baseball skills nearly got in the way, but he made his way back to his first love.
Bailey: Hernando considering honor for Kirk, rekindles question of who deserves street name
Hernando considered naming a section of street after fallen activist Charlie Kirk, raising the question of when to name something after a person who died.
Historic Cordova School was ‘glue that held the community together.’ Now it’s for sale.
The school building/community center at 1017 N. Sanga Road has outlived its usefulness. Maintaining the structure is not feasible, and it is time to pass it on.
Southwind outscores Briarcrest to remain undefeated
Two huge plays by Jordan Daniels help the Jaguars hold off Hudson Tucker and the Saints.Related content:
Food Files: Chick-fil-A goes Uptown
Also, Max’s Sports Bar hosts a grand opening for its new upsized patio space, Urban Consequence Brewing Co. has closed and Cafe Piazza is open in Collierville.
Penny Hardaway says current Tigers team is one of his most ‘talented’ ever
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway addressed his new-look roster, coaching staff vacancies and more.
Millington says Halbert owes more than $30,000 in rent for clerk’s office
The Millington city manager says Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert hasn’t paid rent to the city since 2023 for an office at City Hall.
Conaway: There is a plan, and it’s a good one
“Elevate Memphis as a national model: Use this moment of federal attention to highlight Memphis-led solutions as a case study in how cities can reduce crime and strengthen communities without losing their identity.”
Ford Jr.'s federal trial pushed back
Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr.’s trial on bribery and tax evasion charges has been moved back two months.
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“Mayor Paul Young, please lead our city through this opportunity with grace, dignity, & respect. This opportunity has the potential to change the trajectory of our city! You are in a great many prayers- the role of a leader is difficult at best. Do not make this about politics! Safety first & foremost. All citizens deserve a safe place.” — Tricia Marshall about National Guard won’t be making arrests, governor says
“This is why ‘we just need more money’ is such a hollow refrain. The waste and abuse of public funds is incalculable.” — Judson Cannon about Bond set on day two of hearing for DeAndre, Vinessa Brown
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Opinion: Driving Tennessee’s prosperity in divided times
“Our goal is simple: to create a space where partisanship fades and common sense takes the lead. We may not agree on everything, but we can agree on this: We all want our families and communities to thrive.”
Sudoku: Sept. 26
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WordRow: Sept. 26
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Daily Jigsaw: NICU Superheroes
Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from a reunion of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital NICU patients and was taken by freelance photographer Brad Vest.
Metro
New police shift targets speeding, reckless driving and drag racing
The Memphis Police Department has created a permanent traffic enforcement shift as part of an effort that is targeting four of the city’s main traffic arteries.
Education MSCS recommends five schools close at the end of the 2025-26 year
City of Memphis City Council gives MLGW go ahead for new operations center
City of Memphis City Council is on board with free MATA bus ride trial period
State Government Tennessee Supreme Court justice from Memphis to retire
Business
Instead of Park Place, Memphis Monopoly players can buy the U of M
Monopoly: Memphis Edition trades in Mediterranean Avenue and Boardwalk for Elmwood Cemetery and the National Civil Rights Museum as well as other top local attractions.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Midtown’s Krosstown Kleaners to have mental health clinic
Real Estate Memphis Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on biggest development yet
Spirit of Memphis At Saint Francis Hospital, a team of heroes hand-crafted hope
Premium Business Country comes Downtown with new co-op market
Sports
Tigers safety on the game-saving takeaway: ‘God knows I’ve been wanting that play’
When Memphis safety Chris Bracy had his role reduced after opening the season as a starter, he continued to work on his craft. That dedication paid off in a major way against Arkansas.
High School Sports Memphis area high school football statistical leaders
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies to wear classic uniforms again this season
Memphis Tigers Basketball Former Memphis guard Daniel Vieira-Tuck commits to NAIA Texas A&M-Texarkana
Premium High School Sports Region golf is a walk in Audubon Park for MUS
Food
Table Talk: In pumpkin vs. sweet potato, pumpkin wins
While some Memphians are going full pumpkin — from lattes to dessert cocktails and beyond — others say it’s not touching the menu this fall.
Dining Guides Savoring fall: A guide to some of Memphis’ best seasonal restaurant offerings
Suburbs
Bartlett wants to build 200-acre-plus industrial park
Eighteen months after Bartlett annexed land at the northwest corner of the suburb, city officials are securing funding for a new industrial area called Innovation Park.
Premium Collierville Collierville selects team to create ‘roadmap’ to 2050
Arts & Culture
‘Dinner and a show’ takes new meaning at Hattiloo
Hattiloo has created the Black Chef’s Table, pairing three-course meals with select performances.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Hustle & Flow’ anniversary
Opinion
Herrington: 8 storylines for Memphis Grizzlies training camp
After an opening media session in Memphis, the team will hit the Music Highway for a three-day training camp in Nashville. (Don’t worry, Zach Edey will not be driving the team bus.)Related content:
Podcasts
Sam O’Bryant, the CEO of Bridges, on the impact of the organization in Memphis
Sam O’Bryant joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar podcast to talk about Bridges, the organization he runs.