20 years ago, Eliza Wellford Fletcher played for the team. Now, they’re breaking ground on her stadium.
As she did when she was alive, Eliza Wellford Fletcher is going to pull the Memphis Tigers soccer team through once again.
Collierville names temporary administrator
Molly Mehner, former town administrator, agreed to a mutual parting of ways with the suburb after a tumultuous month.
Teen music lab named for late Memphis producer Tay Keith
The music-production space in Cloud901 in the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library was formally named the Tay Keith Music Lab.
A data-center moratorium in Memphis won’t stop SpaceXAI from growing across the border
Build-out and activity is bustling at SpaceXAI’s DeSoto County operation, less than a mile from Memphis and unperturbed by the political winds blowing to the north.
Chapter 11 filing triggers jockeying for Memphis Wendy’s sites
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meritage Hospitality Group vows uninterrupted operations for employees and suppliers while Carlisle Corp. positions for additional acquisitions.
Man acquitted in Young Dolph killing pleads guilty in other case
Hernandez Govan, who was acquitted of the Young Dolph murder in June, pleaded guilty last week to a separate federal charge stemming from a domestic incident.
Memphis professor gets $125K contract to help with MATA’s ‘chicken-and-egg problem’
A University of Memphis professor has spent years studying public transportation systems in cities nationwide. Now, Memphis has been added to that list.
Wing Wars hopes to showcase Memphis as more than barbecue
Carmeon Hamilton’s Wing Wars competition brings local favorites to Stax for bragging rights and big cash awards.
Task Force has targeted citizens, ACLU alleges
Attorneys seek a preliminary injunction to stop Task Force members from retaliating against residents who film their operations.
Collierville Alderwoman Missy Marshall faces challenger
Collierville Alderwoman Missy Marshall will face a challenge from Liz Deely as she hopes to retain her position on the suburb’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Memphis at Charlotte kickoff time announced
The game, which will air on ESPN+, will be the first American Conference game of the season for both schools.
Memphis poet wins Tennessee Book Award
A Memphis poet beat Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Jack White for a state writing award.
Vote for the high school football player of the week, Week 5
Standouts from Collierville, Houston, Kirby, Melrose, St. George’s and White Station are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24.
TSWA high school football poll after week 5
Briarcrest, Central, Covington, MASE, Munford, Southwind and Whitehaven still ranked among the state’s best high school football teams in this week’s Tennessee Sports Writers Association poll.
10 bands to see at Gonerfest 23
There are 35 bands or solo musical acts on the official Gonerfest schedule, not including others likely in town just for unofficial shows and after parties. Here are 10 of note.
What to Order: JEM Dining’s chocolate cake
“There are so many times I go out to a restaurant and have this decadent, chocolatey dessert. There is nothing I want more with it than a glass of milk,” said chef Josh Mutchnick.
Monday recap: Tigers in good shape heading into conference play
Memphis Tigers beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin discuss the Tigers’ win over UT Martin as Memphis prepares for its conference schedule. After Boise beatdown, Tigers made some changes to secure win over UT MartinRelated content:
Absentee voting starts Monday. Here’s who’s running in DeSoto County.
Federal races, judicial elections and a school board contest headline the ballot as absentee voting gets underway Sept. 21.
Memphis will have a voice on newly formed Tennessee music panel
The Tennessee Music Advisory Council, which will focus on economic opportunities, professional development, industry connections and preserving the state’s musical heritage.
This Week in Memphis: Brooks Museum’s last day
Also happening this week: Participants will honor firefighters lost in 9/11 during a stair climb at Liberty Stadium.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Transportation consultants have one goal, produce a study that proposes to solve the problem... not actually solve the problem. The studies often ended up on a shelf. I hate to be cynical, but ... let’s see what happens.” — Ham Smythe about Memphis professor gets $125K contract to help with MATA’s ‘chicken-and-egg problem’
“Judge Coffee, you do not need to take more than a month to review this case. Having Mr. Hayes remain in jail is pure injustice. You need to come to work or resign.” — Maria Aviotti about Opinion: ‘Judge Coffee, release Andrew Hayes’
“Thank you to Tower Garden for this contribution.” — Carol Fulton about Collierville company bands with Whole Foods to donate supplies to hundreds of schools
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: ‘Judge Coffee, release Andrew Hayes’
“The true measure of a justice system is not whether it can claim perfection. It is whether the justice system has the courage to correct itself when it discovers that it failed.”
Sudoku: Sept. 21
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Daily Jigsaw: Raising Tigers
Today’s puzzle features 13-month-old Ava Calahan at the newly renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Greg Campbell took the photo.
Metro
Mayor Paul Young defends approach to Space XAI in preview of reelection campaign
Also in the political roundup, a new poll shows the race for Tennessee governor tightening, and one of two standout independent candidates campaigns in Memphis.
Public Safety Gun crime continues to dog Memphis. Leaders look for answers.
Premium Education Herrington: For 38 years, ‘Knowledge Bowl’ showcased a different kind of Memphis ‘student-athlete.’ What now?
Elections State House hopeful’s write-in bid killed by ‘sore loser’ election laws
Elections How to register to vote in Shelby County
Business
Collierville company bands with Whole Foods to donate supplies to hundreds of schools
“When the opportunity came up, it was kind of unexpected, but it was a natural yes.”
Premium Health Care St. Jude’s Chili’s Care Center to undergo $13.5M reno
Premium Transportation & Logistics Safety concerns raised over ICE operations at local airport
Premium Health Care VA Medical Center chief talks upgrades to Memphis facility: ‘Veterans deserve the best’
Premium Business College football’s postseason may change, but AutoZone Liberty Bowl officials feel secure
Sports
Calkins: Ed Scott promised to fix the problems at the Liberty Bowl. I bought a ticket to see if it worked.
“Two weeks after the University of Memphis apologized for the long lines and general chaos at the new Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium’s home opener, the school bounced back with a performance that didn’t leave a lot to criticize.”
Sports Memphis Tigers moving on from track and cross country coach Kevin Robinson
Sports Ole Miss up to No. 4 in AP Top 25, Miss. State in at No. 24; SEC has 10 teams ranked
Premium Memphis Tigers Football After Boise beatdown, Tigers made some changes to secure win over UT Martin
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Marcus Stokes answers challenges of Tigers coaching staff in win over UT Martin
Food
When diners want a meal with a side of conversation
Looking for a quiet meal? Here are some ways, and places, to find it.
Premium Collierville Food Files: Second area Big Bad Breakfast to open soon
Suburbs
Collierville town employee accused of stealing from Walmart
The sports manager for Collierville’s parks department was arrested after five trips to Walmart.
Lakeland Lakeland moves to hinder unwanted growth along city’s main roads
Arts & Culture
Memphis producer Tay Keith died from accidental drug overdose, reports say
Metro Nashville police officers found him dead in his apartment Thursday, June 18, the department said.
Music Memphis Jazz Festival lineup revealed
Opinion
Opinion: Rep. Gillespie on his support of the task force and MSCS takeover
Tennessee House Rep. John Gillespie advocates for his reelection to Tennessee House District 97, including highlighting his support of the Memphis Safe Task Force and the takeover of Memphis Shelby County Schools.
Elections Opinion: Jesse Huseth on affordability, education and costs in District 97
Podcasts
Task Force’s 1-year mark comes with questions
A year since the presidential executive order that created the Memphis Safe Task Force was announced in the Oval Office, its impact and future are still being debated, touted and condemned.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Discovering the wildlife all around us
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Catch a buzz
Today’s puzzle features the bees at work for Bee 901 Co. Rachel Jared provided the photo.