Defense, kicking game carries Jackson State to Classic victory
Jackson State University kicker Alejandro Mata claimed game’s MVP award while JSU’s defense continues to shine. Box score: Jackson State 16, Tennessee State 3 Related story:
State crime lab took 11 months to test DNA linking Cleotha Abston to 2021 rape
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says MPD should have acted more aggressively to solve the 2021 assault; DNA analysis was completed a few days after the disappearance of Eliza Fletcher. Eliza Fletcher’s alleged killer investigated in 2021 for rapeRelated story:
Calkins: How did Memphis beat Navy? By letting Seth be Seth.
When you’ve got Seth Henigan, who needs a running game? The Memphis Tigers won their first game of the season — and their first road game in exactly a year— by letting Seth be Seth.
Tigers wanted to give the ‘city something to smile about’
“We know this was such a tough week for the city of Memphis and this one was for those people. ...We hope that for a few hours we were able to be a small and shining light for our great community,” Coach Ryan Silverfield said.
Tigers’ offense clicks in road win at Navy
It was the most points the University of Memphis has ever scored in Annapolis, defeating the Midshipmen.Related story:
Box score: Memphis 37, Navy 13
Memphis goes on the road to Annapolis, Maryland and defeats Navy, 37-13. QB Seth Henigan led the way with over 400 yards passing.Related article:
‘Eliza. It means joy.’ Hundreds gather to remember Eliza Fletcher
Cars overflowed from the Second Presbyterian Church parking lot onto Central Avenue as the community gathered Saturday, Sept. 10, for the funeral of Eliza Fletcher.
Saving Memphis one teen mom at a time
A young mother, a community educator and a new social development firm work to unpack and defy grim teen birth statistics, build healthy families and ‘redesign’ the community.
MPD says 17-year-old not victim of Wednesday night mass shooting
Corteria Wright, who died in a shooting Wednesday night, was not killed by Ezekiel Kelly, the 19-year-old accused of going on a city-wide shooting spree.Related story:
Stern clinic computer system hacked, lost phone, internet
Patient at her appointment was told medical records could not be accessed.
Tucker Carlson blames ‘Bill Lee and guilty liberals like him’ for violent crime in Memphis
Carlson characterized Lee as soft on crime in a monologue against criminal justice reform, which, he claimed, “means letting violent people out of prison early.”
At prayer event, West Memphis mayor calls out violence
Medical assistant who lived in the community was a victim of daylong shooting spree across Memphis.
Weirich pushes back on criticism of 2020 Kelly plea deal
Former Shelby County District Attorney Amy Weirich talked to The Daily Memphian about the 2020 plea deal for Ezekiel Kelly that Gov. Bill Lee called an example of “soft-on-crime plea deals.” Gov. Lee calls for changes in plea deals during Memphis visitRelated story:
Delta Dental sees opportunities in vision coverage
“One thing that we have seen on the dental side, and I suspect it will be similar with vision, people are becoming less loyal to their dentists and will look for in-network providers,” said Dr. Phil Wenk, Delta Dental of Tennessee president and CEO.
Bartlett upends top-ranked Lausanne
Panthers’ offense was productive and now coach Lance Tucker wants to see how team responds with huge region contest looming.
Recipe Exchange: Banh Mi
Want to make banh mi at home? We make it easy.
Friday prep report: Owls blank Pharaohs
Tee Perry and Makhi Shaw each score twice while defense dominates.
Every Single Thing: The whole menu at Pantà
With Every Single Thing, we rank every single dish on the menu at Pantà, starting with our favorites and working down.
Shooting suspect charged with first-degree murder, more charges to come
Ezekiel Kelly was arrested late Wednesday after allegedly killing three and injuring three others in a day-long shooting spree, some of which was streamed to Facebook Live. A tally of terror: 6 shot, 3 dead in gunman’s daylong, cross-city rampageRelated stories:
Casualty of Wednesday’s shooting ‘wasn’t just a random victim. He was an uncle’
Richard Clark was a humble, quiet man, the youngest of seven, and, for him, family came first. Jackson Avenue vigil hosts prayer, praise to honor victims of shooting spreeRelated stories:
Six local artists to provide instruction at Memphis Botanic Gardens
Artists who attend the en plein air events are encouraged to submit their work for an exhibition that will be on display in December. However, any artist can submit their artwork for consideration for the exhibit; the submission deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 1.
Sandwiches around town, at home and from all over
Jennifer and Chris talk about sandwiches, the kind you make at home and the kind you order out, and it turns out someone doesn’t like a muffuletta.
From ‘Young Rock’ to Billy Eichner, Kerri Mahoney makes TV shows and movies real
The Memphis-based graphic designer joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about props, album covers, toys and more.
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
The healing power of sports: Tonight fans can cheer our hometown athletes, the Memphis Redbirds. And until Sept. 19 you can sign up a child for free or almost-free tennis lessons. And if you get a chance, thank the MPD officers who helped make Let’s Finish Eliza’s Run possible.
Calkins: For the first time, Hardaway tells his story — and it explains a lot
When Fred Jones asked the Tigers coach to give a keynote address, Hardaway wasn’t quite sure what to say. But at Friday’s Southern Heritage Classic luncheon, Hardaway sure said a lot.Related story:
Metro
This Week in Memphis: We’re turning 7! And hot-air balloons take flight
Also happening this week: Beale Street celebrates B.B. King’s 100th birthday, the city’s first Southern Trans Celebration brings advocacy Downtown.
City of Memphis TN Supreme Court declines to overturn 2nd Lieutenant decision
Education Memphis teacher vacancies decline, but district still struggles to hire certified educators
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Business
Methodist grows Neuroscience Institute with $2.8M expansion
Along with providing care for conditions like brain tumors and seizures, the institute is also training a new generation of neurologists.
Premium Real Estate Inked: East Memphis gets hot then cold, Laurelwood gets new art gallery
Transportation & Logistics Memphis International Airport begins $700 million upgrade
Premium Business Peabody renovations ‘complete departure’ from old look
Sports
Martin: Memphis football handles business. Now comes the chance to make noise.
Athlon Sports wrote a story recently that proclaimed The American is having a moment. Well, now it’s the Tigers’ turn to have theirs.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis game with Arkansas will be televised on ABC
Sports Backup QB shines in surprise start as Ole Miss outlasts Arkansas 41-35
Food
Sound Bites: What’s going on with Irish pubs?
DJ Naylor and Reny Alfonso join Sound Bites podcast host Holly Whitfield to talk about Celtic Crossing reopening, Irish pubs and more.
Suburbs
Millington native’s return to US attorney seat clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Ahead of the roll call vote, U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn spoke in favor of Dunavant, calling him an “experienced prosecutor.”
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
Calkins: Why is a cove in Memphis suddenly filled with Cubs flags? It’s out of sadness — and respect.
Todd Dixon — a nurse, triathlete, Sunday-school teacher, husband and father — died at 54. Now an entire street in East Memphis is flying Chicago Cubs flags in his honor.
Podcasts
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: At the zoo
Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a Patrick Lantrip photo of Rowan, a young orangutan born at the Memphis Zoo.