CDC recommends new mask guidelines, even for those vaccinated
The change reflects research that shows the vaccinated can transmit the COVID-19 virus to others.
Gwinnett ends Redbirds’ historic winning streak
Stripers’ starter shuts down baseball’s hottest team.
Calkins: Memphis football is flourishing — but will it matter in the end?
Memphis football is in the midst of a historic run. But will that be enough to save the program when realignment strikes again?
Two Tigers football players land on award watch lists
The Tigers offensive lineman and tight end on respective Outland, Mackey lists.
One Beale reveal: Grand Hyatt’s final renderings unveiled
One Beale’s developer unveiled the final renderings for the 20-story, $190 million Grand Hyatt Hotel. Construction is to start early next year.
FedEx St. Jude Invitational welcoming the family back
The tournament is expected to announce Thursday that Phil Mickelson, who in May became the oldest major winner in golf history, is joining the field.
Cordova town hall focuses on increasing police force
A comprehensive traffic study is planned for incorporated Cordova, but crime was the main topic of discussion Tuesday evening.
Lakeland board approves options on two sites for new schools
The sites are for future schools, looking 15 to 20 years down the road, Superintendent Ted Horrell said.
Commissioner warns ethics advisory group might clash with Ford probe
The County Commission will soon have a panel of five to advise on ethics. One commissioner warns it could be seen as conflicting with the ongoing special prosecutor’s investigation into a 2019 grant proposed by Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr.
Election Commission chairman says County Commission not cooperating on voting machines
Brent Taylor says the County Commission decision to take its own bids on a new voting system “effectively bypasses” the Election Commission and “doesn’t indicate a willingness to work cooperatively.”
Overton defensive end might not be anonymous for long
George Thomas III, named preseason Class 5A all-state, is getting noticed even as SCS teams weren’t allowed to play last season.
Memphis gaining sixth Fortune 1000 company
Memphis will soon be home to the corporate headquarters of six of the nation’s biggest companies.
Planners, neighborhood group oppose proposed apartments near U of M
A developer says he needs exceptions to zoning rules so he can build a 92-unit apartment complex near the University of Memphis and meet demand for student housing. But the University District Neighborhoods Corp. and others oppose the plan.
TVA rethinks coal ash disposal plan
The surprise announcement last week at City Hall of a plan to truck the waste to a landfill near Memphis International Airport drew immediate criticism from City Council members. TVA isn’t pulling the plan but says will seek more public input.
Arlington, Bartlett school systems outline COVID protocols
Arlington and Bartlett school districts have announced safety protocols for the coming year even as they watch changing federal recommendations.
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Grizzlies/NBA draft blog
In this space in the coming days, through the NBA draft on Thursday, July 29, and into next week’s start of free agency, we’ll track, collect and comment on any news or worthwhile rumors that bubble up, related to the Grizzlies or the wider Memphis basketball world.
Whether climbing even higher in the draft or pursuing a star via trade, the Grizzlies might have the ammunition now to seek an even bigger move.
The Grizzlies still might be on the move. Here are five names to keep an eye on for Memphis’ No. 10 selection in the NBA draft.
The Memphis Grizzlies reportedly have made a major move with numerous picks and players involved.
We open by thanking Jonas Valanciunas for his play befitting the Memphis style. But the Grizzlies had to make some moves now that furthers their vision.
Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman has always said the goal is to bring an NBA title to Memphis. And if that required dealing Jonas Valanciunas, he was willing to do it. Memphis fans should be glad.
Collierville Schools releases COVID guidelines
Collierville Schools is also recommending students who are sick stay home.
New Eats: The pickins’ are good at new Slim Chickens
The third area Slim Chickens opens at Wolfchase, with big shoes to fill if it plans to keep up with the other two in international sales standings.
Top quarterback prospect primed for ‘last ride’
Tevin Carter has matured as his high school career took some twists and turns. And in case football doesn’t work out for him, he’s got a Plan B, but it has a few bugs in it.
Metro
DMC’s Parking Day brings park-like atmosphere to Downtown
The DMC set up three different “parks” using the street parking spaces in front of the Peabody Place tower to help people “look at their city differently for a few hours.”
Public Safety County reentry head, wife to remain behind bars for now
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Business
Runners will take off at airport’s first Runway 5K
More than 850 participants ranging in age from 4 to 92 are expected for the inaugural Runway 5K at Memphis International Airport.
Real Estate XAI subsidiary subleases 550+ acres for solar panel project
Real Estate Eat more chicken again on Union Avenue
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Sports
Friday prep report: MUS rallies past Nashville’s Father Ryan
The Owls improve to 4-1 as Maddox Giel runs for two touchdowns and Jackson Hood scores the game-winner midway through the fourth quarter.
High School Sports Dragons offense roars as Collierville hands Arlington its first defeat
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Food
Table Talk: Remembering Jennifer Biggs with the mahjong ladies
MahJ Squad 901 started meeting for weekly games years ago, making every fourth meeting a luncheon that started by checking out one of Biggs’ recommendations.
Suburbs
Bailey: Memories of Maywood filled with sun, fun — and Florida sand
Memories of Maywood bring back times of cold water, spraying fountains, a jukebox and high dives, plus sand mined from Destin.
Arts & Culture
A weekend of creators, comics and cosplay
Vendors selling all kinds of collectibles also make up a huge part of the Memphis Comic Expo, with everything from vintage toys, posters, books and gaming cards to statues.
Opinion
Sanford/Hunt: Memphis’ National Guard presence demands collaboration over partisanship
“When President Donald Trump announced Monday, Sept. 15, federal troops will now be deployed to the streets of Memphis, the cheerleading by Tennessee’s top three elected officials ... seemed much more concerned with revealing no trace of daylight between themselves and Trump.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Football fun and a hot air balloon blast
On this morning’s episode of The AM/DM, we get into the Memphis Tigers’ last SEC football game (for a while, at least), where you can see hot air balloons take flight and why you might want to hit the Totally Rad Vintage Fest.