Three nights of costumed walking tours, Oct. 6-8, pay tribute to the songwriters, producers, composers and singers buried in Memphis’ oldest cemetery.

With “A-list coaches” such as Bonzi Wells and Rochelle Stevens, a cybersecurity program, and plans for both an amphitheater and a health and wellness center, the HBCU is trying to increase its profile.

Former walk-on quarterback Caden Prieskorn has become a go-to receiver and a key blocker in the run game.

Box score for the University of Memphis Tigers vs the Arkansas State Red Wolves at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.

The Collierville Balloon Festival soared into Shelby County for the second time, Sept. 17-18, 2022, starting with an early morning ascension each day, and afternoon-evening carnival. The fest was held on Maynard Way behind the Walmart at 560 W. Poplar Ave. 

A pair of players are no longer with the program, a University of Memphis spokesperson confirmed Saturday.

After weeks of violence, community members gather at the Cooper-Young Festival Saturday, Sept. 17, to celebrate “our diversity and beauty and our rich culture.”

It now takes the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation about 49 weeks to test the state’s rape kits, but some lawmakers hope to cut that time to 30 to 60 days. 

Patrick Lantrip snapped a slew of pictures to capture what may be the final Southern Heritage Classic matchup for Jackson State and Tennessee State. Take a look and select your favorite.

“To me, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis is an organization that combats the effects of poverty, hatred and violence with love.”

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Come November, Regional One will have the only burn center in a 400-mile radius that’s certified by the American Burn Association. 

The chairman of the local crime commission and a Memphis City Council member talk on “Behind The Headlines” about the reaction to weeks of violence. 

Their assignment is to make more people aware of the free, 130-bed Adult Rehab Center on Kirby Whitten Road and to bring in more donations for the Family Thrift Store next door.

Brock Vice scores three touchdowns for the second straight game.

As always, the Red Devils make it interesting but Kion Threalkill and the defense come through.

News from FedEx has left some wondering what the company’s cost-cutting measures could mean in Memphis. FedEx, the city’s largest employer, has around 30,000 employees here.

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This tiramisu from Fino’s deli uses raw eggs, but is rich and decadent and now you can make it at home.

Developers Joseph Lewis and Tony Kuhn plan to begin $3.2 million restoration this fall. 

Simmons Bank CEO said the bank has offered to pay the full amount of the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium naming rights deal up front to expedite venue renovations. 

Crumpy’s Hot Wings celebrates 31 years, The Rock gives a toast to Memphis and rapper GloRilla gets nominated for a BET Award. 

The two cases are also the first in Tennessee. 

Kelly’s attorney, Jennifer Case, also asked to subpoena juvenile records for the suspect in the shooting rampage last week that left six people shot, including three who died.