Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
Houston’s late two-point conversion pass was unsuccessful as the No. 1 Jaguars win their 19th straight regular-season game.
Friday prep report: Briarcrest roars past Nashville Ensworth
Octavius Flynn scores three second-half touchdowns as the Dandy Dozen No. 3 Saints improve to 3-0.
Nate Brick, special teams lead CBHS to victory
CBHS quarterback Nate Brick throws for three touchdowns, runs for another and the Brothers' special teams add two more in win over Lausanne.
Memphis orgs rally to support families affected by ICE raid
Court filings show the club that was raided had been targeted.
Redbirds Recap: Memphis bats erupt to aid bullpen day in victory over Durham
Levenson drives in five on four hits, homers to lead Redbirds past Bulls.
Task Force agent’s bullet killed Memphis man in May, autopsy reveals
An autopsy shows the cause of death for Jonah Neal on May 20 in Raleigh was a bullet fired by an agent with the Memphis Safe Task Force.
Memphis football moving closer to capacity crowd for Saturday home opener
Thanks to a big season-opening win, Memphis football is getting closer to its goal of a capacity crowd for the opening of its newly renovated stadium.
Memphis vs. Arkansas State: What to know before Tigers’ home opener
After executing a thrilling upset of UNLV last week, the Memphis Tigers are now preparing to play their first home game of the year against Arkansas State.
Downtown exterior refreshes and new apartment complex to go before board
The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will review three projects at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Arts Beat: Pink Palace Crafts Fair returns home
Jeff King, MoSH interim director, said the crafts fair is important because of its connection to local creatives and its legacy and history.
Bailey: It’s possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?
In-N-Out Burger targets second site
With one location in the works, the California-based fast-food chain may have found a second spot in the Memphis area.
Calkins: It’s not just a new museum. It’s the story of a father, a son — and a silver bowl for M&Ms.
The Metal Museum takes the wraps off its move to Overton Park this weekend. For one Memphis family, the celebration will be deeply personal.
FedEx Freight leader fired
FedEx Freight fired one of its executives, Mike Lyons, according to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing.
Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
Vanessa Holmes originally launched her food truck because she was tired of food and service falling below her standards.
Opinion: ‘Ain’t gonna let nobody … turn my Grizzlies around’
“I’m tired of conspiracy theories about moving the Grizzlies out of Memphis. Not from any true insider have I heard that the intention is to move our team anywhere, especially to Nashville. Wrong sport.”
Daily WordRow: Sept. 4
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What Daily Memphians think*
“Heat or no heat we will be on Tiger Lane with lots of water early.” — Steve Gaither about Memphis vs. Arkansas State: What to know before Tigers' home opener
“Lowering the flag simply honors another great person. You can never go wrong honoring someone ...” — Aaron Shafer about Bailey: It's possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
“This is an exciting time for the arts in Memphis.” — Matt Gerker about Calkins: It's not just a new museum. It's the story of a father, a son — and a silver bowl for M&Ms.
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Daily Jigsaw: A street fit for a King
Today’s puzzle features Jerry Lawler at the unveiling of the newly designated honorary Jerry “The King” Lawler Street. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.
Sudoku: Sept. 4
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Metro
Some on City Council oppose renaming street after former Mayor Lee Harris
One day out of office, an honorary street renaming for outgoing county mayor Lee Harris was approved by the Memphis City Council, but not without some rare and vocal opposition.
Public Safety Activists protest harsh conditions in detention facility while ICE denies claims
Premium Education U of M raises $55M, but officials acknowledge ‘headwinds’
Premium City of Memphis Fight about data center pause builds at City Hall
Transportation & Logistics MATA unveils new buses
Business
A2H grows Collierville presence with SpiritArchitecture acquisition
The combined firms have completed more than 100 justice-related projects valued at more than $1.5 billion.
Premium Health Care OUTMemphis expands hours
Premium Business Memphis plant invests $35M to create 20 jobs
Business Data centers looking to expand in Memphis but are months away
Premium Business Memphis-based First Horizon will be main jersey patch sponsor for Vols
Sports
Tigers could struggle to keep finances up under Protect College Sports Act
The Protect College Sports Act, which has not been passed, would more than double the University of Memphis’ sports expenses — unless the Tigers move conferences.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Ahead of stadium debut, Tigers trail last year’s ticket revenue
High School Sports Northpoint continues strong play in volleyball win against St. George’s
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Ben Johnson earns 500th career victory
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis coach Charles Huff says Tigers deserve to be ‘media darling’
Food
Table Talk: Family meal at Hog & Hominy
“To celebrate my most recent turn around the sun, my family and I had what I would call a true family-style dinner.”
Food News Saffron Coffee Co. opens on Park
Premium Business Sneak a peek at Satellite Music Hall’s food, lounge and stage
Suburbs
Germantown’s TraVure development will soon add new office and retail building
“We need a really nice white-tablecloth restaurant, but not too expensive,” Gill Properties’ president said.
Premium Collierville Developer sues Collierville over road
Premium Elections DeSoto supervisor’s federal lawsuit dismissed
Arts & Culture
Meet Opera Memphis’ new music director
There were three things that drew Donald Lee III to Opera Memphis.
Premium Visual Arts Brooks Museum hosts Broadway musical-themed ball, runway show
Arts & Culture Memphis Movies This Week: A Dolly Parton tribute, an early Oscar doc contender
Opinion
Opinion: Tennessee has never waited for history to happen
“Tennessee’s biggest challenges are deeply connected. Housing affects access to education. Transportation determines access to jobs. Childcare influences workforce participation. Energy shapes our economic competitiveness.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meddlesome’s approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene
Ben Pugh of Meddlesome Brewing joined Holly Whitfield to t
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Dandy Dozen Dragons down
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Collierville lineman Braylon Warren (99), who is double-teamed during a play against East Nashville, and it was taken by Wes Hale.