Houston and Collierville look to put the heat on Arlington in Class AAA. In Division 2, expect Briarcrest, Northpoint and St. George’s to shine.

Under fifth-year coach Kenzie Cooley, the Tigers are attracting better players — and beating better teams.

The district is dealing with teacher vacancies and laptop problems, but otherwise reports a “smooth” first day of school.

Memphis-Shelby County Schools leaders say they need the money as facility issues grow. But some students are protesting the company’s investment due to pollution concerns.

Also, a new dental office will open in Hickory Hill. 

“In a way, I sympathize with the dilemma facing the U of M and other state colleges and universities. But, what’s next?”

State Sen. Brent Taylor and state Rep. John Gillespie say they have heard about instances of felony crimes being reclassified as misdemeanors. They say an audit is “critical to maintaining transparency, accountability, and the public’s trust in our justice system.”

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Today’s photo is from the 41st Memphis Ostrander Awards, celebrating excellence in Memphis theater, held at the Orpheum Theatre. It was taken by freelance photographer Brad Vest.

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All nine Memphis batters reached base safely in the win, while four Redbirds posted a multi-hit effort.

Rachel Helton is very familiar with the plans for the upcoming UT Martin facility in Germantown — because she designed them in grad school. 

Four recent former Tigers were waived or released by NFL teams in the past week.

Real estate company Newmark listed the campus for sale, according to its website.

The Memphis Sports Hall of Fame has unveiled its full Class of 2025, including high school coaches and former Tigers coaches and athletes.

As the “summer blockbuster” concept took hold, “Jaws” was widely credited — or blamed — with birthing the concept.

The Tennessee Supreme Court has briefly halted the pending demotions of more than 100 MPD second lieutenants. 

Which transfers will be the most impactful Memphis Tigers football offensive and defensive addition? Which returnee will have the best breakout season?

With a new grant, UTHSC hopes to create a model for improving rural health care across America.

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Today’s photo was taken at an Oakhaven subdivision known as Whitehaven Hills by The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip. 

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Memphis-Shelby County Schools has offers to purchase Humes Middle School in North Memphis from public utility Memphis Light, Gas and Water and local dance studio New Ballet Ensemble and School. 

Analysts expect the younger Smith will have no difficulty being elected as the 13th member of what has long been a 12-member FedEx board.

The Mid-South Fair’s entertainment lineup for next month’s event includes a variety of artists, featuring a range of genres.