AutoZone conference will be first at newly renovated Renasant
The annual national sales meeting is part of AutoZone lore; it is scheduled for Sept. 27-30.
Quindell Johnson, Landers Nolley II sign endorsement deals
The two U of M players are among the first Memphis athletes to sign endorsement deals.
Initial plans for $50 million entertainment complex launched
Thursday marked the launch of initial plans for the $50 million project near Winchester and Riverdale roads.
Former Memphis softball player makes Australia’s Olympic team
Ellen Roberts pitched for the Tigers from 2011 to 2014.
The To-Do List: Where to see fireworks shows this weekend
This weekend will see fireworks shows in the area’s suburbs as well as at Graceland and in Downtown Memphis.
National Civil Rights Museum names new president
Former Civil Rights Museum board member will succeed Terri Lee Freeman.
Taking opera out of the opera house
Opera Memphis’ Ned Canty talks to Eric Barnes about the organization’s efforts to bring opera out of the opera house, the struggle to support performers during COVID, and the opportunities Opera Memphis has going forward.
Permitless carry law goes into effect, triggers concern
Tennessee’s permitless carry law goes into effect July 1, and local law enforcement and advocates are worried about the impact the new law will have on crime.
Daily Memphian postseason soccer awards: Houston’s Parker Humphrey is player of the year
The senior midfielder scored 17 goals for the 2021 Class AAA state championship
Cohen touts transportation bill while Kustoff pans it as too green
The Invest in America Act passed Thursday, July 1, in the House on a 221-201 vote.
Le Bonheur seeks approval for first outpost outside Memphis
Tennessee Department of Health is expected to decide in October if the transfer is in the best interest of the region, including that the change would improve access and quality of care.
Grizzlies Insider: Olympic snub spurs Morant to ‘work harder’
There was no doubt Ja Morant was interested in going to Tokyo. ‘Olympic 12?’ he tweeted in January when a report surfaced that he would be added to USA’s consideration pool.
Cross-country environmental awareness trek stops in Memphis
Chauncey Foster and Noah Mertz are traveling the country to feed those in need, pick up litter and connect with people. They stopped in Memphis Thursday.
Calkins: With the bridge out, will business at West Memphis firework tents still boom?
For decades, Memphians have crossed over to Arkansas to get their fireworks. That will be considerably harder with the bridge out. A report from the West Memphis fireworks tents. Will business be a dud?
Opinion: On Memphis roads, fast drivers are making the rest of us furious
Law enforcement is not helpless in trying to curb the lawlessness. But it will take cooperation from all of us who want safer streets and highways.
Memphis supply firm merges with St. Louis company
Memphis-based company, IAC Supply Solutions, is merging with a similar company in St. Louis, where the new headquarters will be.
Metro
National Guard to be ‘eyes and ears’ on the streets, mayor says
Memphis Mayor Paul Young said the National Guard will not be doing any detainment.
Premium Spirit of Memphis How many 2nd graders does it take to tackle Brandon Clarke? Now he knows.
City of Memphis Competing rallies demonstrate partisan divide over National Guard deployment
City of Memphis MLGW takes step toward buying Cordova property
Business
Food Files: Joe is ramblin’ on Sam Cooper
Ramblin’ Joes to have grand opening on Sunday, Sept. 21. Sonic Drive-In is adding a location at the southwest corner of Poplar Avenue and Yates Road.
Transportation & Logistics FedEx reports positive first quarter results
Real Estate XAI subsidiary subleases 550+ acres for solar panel project
Premium Real Estate Inked: Overton Park apartments prepare for residents
Sports
Memphis vs. Arkansas: Tigers and Hogs meet for the first time since 1998
Arkansas (2-1) will visit Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Saturday (11 a.m., ABC). It will be the first time Memphis (3-0) has played on ABC since it beat Central Florida, 50-49, on Oct. 17, 2020.
High School Sports Friday prep report: MUS rallies past Nashville’s Father Ryan
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Arkansas at Memphis: What to know as Tigers play host to SEC opponent
High School Sports Dragons offense roars as Collierville hands Arlington its first defeat
Food
$15 Deal: Boba Society’s extra garlicky garlic noodles
A warning: The amount of garlic in these noodles is not for the faint-hearted. But if you’ve watched a certain vampire movie recently, you may be more than grateful.
Suburbs
Lakeland vice mayor to run for Shelby County Commission
Michele Dial plans to pursue a seat on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners next year, a seat held by Mick Wright, who is term-limited.
Arts & Culture
Mellencamp, McBride, Gales to honor Memphis Music Hall of Fame inductees
John Mellencamp, Martina McBride and Eric Gales will honor inductees at the Memphis Music Hall of Fame ceremony on Sept. 25.
Opinion
Conaway: The lowest crime rate in 25 years is getting both a parade and a charade
“Yet the rest of the nation will see the parade charade daily on their screens large and small. They will see the National Guard in Memphis, an occupied American city.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Duck decor — a look inside the Peabody’s new digs
The Peabody Memphis — the city’s most iconic hotel — has unveiled a $19 million makeover of its guest rooms.