Calkins: Why Jalen Duren’s decision to attend Memphis could change everything
Yes, Penny Hardaway has landed big recruits before. But getting Jalen Duren is different. It could be the start of a glorious new era of Tigers basketball.
Analysis: Jalen Duren already ahead of other Tigers big men
His addition makes the Tigers must-watch basketball, something Memphis is capitalizing on with its timely email reminder to renew season tickets.
Tigers win top prize: Jalen Duren commits to Memphis
Penny Hardaway won one of the biggest recruiting battles of his career by securing the services of five-star big Jalen Duren.
Day 1 of Tigers football camp, and it’s time to get familiar
Coach Ryan Silverfield, starting his second full season, sees it as time to get back to basics.
Masks will be required in all K-12 schools in Shelby County
The Shelby County Health Department amended Directive No. 24 to require face coverings for students and teachers in all K-12 schools, officials announced Friday.
Vaccine first doses up 90% in Tennessee over past two weeks
Pediatric hospitalizations reflect COVID, rising number of respiratory infections. Related story:
Judge in Pervis Payne case tells state to finish evaluation or hire new expert
“If you don’t have time to do it, I’m sorry. I need someone else who can do it,” Judge Paula Skahan tells psychologist.
Sexton’s visit to Memphis about violent crime turns to masks
Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton was in Memphis to discuss violent crime, before the topic turned to COVID.
MLGW takes another step toward possible break with TVA
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division has issued the second of three RFPs — requests for proposal — in its process of determining whether to stay with the Tennessee Valley Authority or leave it for another electric power wholesaler.
Calkins: Isaac Bruce, proud Tiger, carries Memphis into Hall of Fame
Isaac Bruce will become the first Memphis player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. He says his time at Memphis — a place he still loves — “helped make me who I am.”
How our latest COVID-19 surge compares
The COVID-19 surge Shelby County is experiencing now is expected to be steeper than those at other times in the pandemic.
Grizzlies trade Grayson Allen to Milwaukee Bucks
The Grizzlies are trading the guard to the reigning NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks for Sam Merrill and two draft picks.
Defense sets tone for 901 FC as OKC Energy game looms
Memphis ranks third in the Eastern Conference in fewest goals allowed.
Group campaigning against masks in schools met at local dentist’s home
Attorney Ralph Gibson said in a letter that Christopher Rowland did not participate in the meeting: “While the meeting was happening, Mr. Rowland had dinner with his children, took an important phone call, and dealt with the dogs which needed to be let out during the meeting.”
Delta now accounts for 98% of skyrocketing COVID cases
Of the 4,383 active cases in Shelby County, more than a quarter are in children, and those children are suffering more respiratory symptoms than they were earlier in the pandemic.
Calkins: It’s a big day for Penny Hardaway and Memphis sports
At 5 p.m. Friday, a gifted center named Jalen Duren will announce his destination. If he picks Memphis, it could be the start of something big.
Feast on the Farm Gala returns to Agricenter
Agricenter International’s signature fundraiser, Feast on the Farm Gala, is expected to return to in-person festivities Saturday, Aug. 7 in the newly-renovated ShowPlace Arena.
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Live blog: Day 2
Look who's making a Friday run
The lunchtime surprise at TPC Southwind Friday is Phil Mickelson’s fast climb up the leaderboard. The crowd favorite birdied the first four holes he played to get near the leaders.
English keeps the heat on at WGC-FedEx St. Jude
Cameron Smith and Abraham Ancer lurk two strokes back after fantastic Friday at TPC Southwind.
Your guide to the Fed Ex St. Jude field, from Ancer to Zalatoris
Which competitor drives a purple Lamborghini? Who has a barber named Lee Trevino? Find out here.
FedEx St. Jude Invitational tee times for Saturday, Aug. 7
Here are the tee times and player pairings for Saturday’s third round of the FedEx St. Jude Invitational at TPC Southwind.
Former assistant D.A. among nine indicted after year-long probe
The TBI began an investigation into the improper use of confidential information by someone in the district attorney’s office.
About Town: Frayser schools going for bold new solutions
FCS officials don’t expect the initiative to transform its fortunes overnight, but what it hopes to accomplish is address institutional inequities they believed have disproportionately impacted Black students for decades.
‘Hidden hero': The overlooked civil rights activism of Adjua Naantaanbuu
As Memphis’ pandemic-delayed Africa In April festival starts Friday, supporters say it’s time to honor one of its early organizers, Adjua Naantaanbuu.
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
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Sports
Dragons offense roars as Collierville hands Arlington its first defeat
The Dragons “were a little chippy” this week after a loss, coach Joe Rocconi said. Collierville took their frustrations out on the field.
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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.