Roar of a FedEx jet bearing Fred Smith’s initials breaks moment of silence at FESJC
A powerful jet overhead made the earth at TPC Southwind tremble during a flyover honoring FedEx founder and former CEO Fred Smith, who died June 21 at the age of 80.
Tommy Fleetwood still leads, but things are tighter at the FESJC
Winless on the PGA Tour, he leads Justin Rose by one stroke heading into Sunday’s finale. Scottie Scheffler is two shots back.Related content:
FESJC: Saturday’s scores; Sunday’s pairings
Scores and pairings from the FedEx St. Jude Championship being played at TPC Southwind.
Scottie Scheffler’s ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ chicken shack draws buzz at FESJC
Scottie’s Chicken Shack at TPC Southwind features a wall with a photo of Scheffler laying on the bench in the holding cell from “Happy Gilmore 2.”
Super Bowl winner pranks PGA Tour stars at TPC Southwind
The jester made his way to Memphis for the FedEx St. Jude Championship, and some of golf’s biggest names fell for his jokes.
More than 40% of dogs entering Memphis Animal Services are put down. Adoption events try to reduce that number.
“(Rescue groups) like these are typically overwhelmed with a lot of dogs,” said Jane Jayakumar, who brought her Streetdog foster Gabriel to the event. “Events like these help promote that we’re a presence in Memphis.”
Bartlett chamber honors businesses doing important work
A fun island vibe was served as the backdrop in Bartlett on Friday, Aug. 8, as the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Barty awards gala.
Marsha Blackburn invites ‘small group of local press’ to closed roundtable
A Monday, Aug. 11, roundtable discussion U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn is hosting at PURE Academy will not be open to the public, according to information obtained by The Daily Memphian.
Memphis Made files for bankruptcy, looks at possible sale
“We are still open, and we’re still selling beer,” Memphis Made’s Andy Ashby told The Daily Memphian.
‘Pre-K to Ph.D': U of M launches second elementary school
With the launch of a second elementary school campus in Sherwood Forest this week, University of Memphis’ new K-12 district began its first expansion effort outside the college’s campus. Even more could be on the horizon.
Redbirds recap: Memphis loses second straight to Durham
The offense for the Memphis Redbirds struggled for the second straight game as the team fell 6-2 to the Durham Bulls Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
New fashion week puts Memphis culture on the runway
It’s a chance not only to spotlight the creative voices shaping the future of style but honor the zest you can only get in the Bluff City.
Wesley Wright announces run for county commission seat
After serving as Lakeland commissioner, Wesley Wright is preparing for a run as county commissioner representing District 3.
City of Hernando reduces millage rate
The adjustments to the millage rate will not cover the entire Hernando budget, but it will be up to the city leaders to balance the financial plans as they deal with costs in the fiscal year.
Sound Bites: The evolution of Grind City Brewing Co.
Grind City Brewing Co. has made it through the IPA craze, the pandemic seltzer wave and several Dry Januarys, but back in May, the company decided to make a big shift.
Sudoku: Aug. 9
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Daily jigsaw: Elvis week
Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a picture from The Daily Memphian files taken by Brad Vest during Elvis Week 2024.
Metro
Believe Memphis weighs closure allowing Grizzlies Prep a larger South Memphis campus
The potential relocation would give Grizzlies Prep students, currently about 300 boys, a campus with a gym and outdoor spaces. It also would provide a facility for the charter operator to open its new all-girls school.
Education Tennessee GOP says ongoing Memphis schools audit is ‘concerning’
Public Safety Fake combat veteran pleads guilty to federal ‘stolen valor,’ wire fraud charges
City of Memphis City solid waste pickup delayed again
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Business
Condos replacing Gus’s clears Collierville Planning Commission
The builder said the condos will be one to two bedrooms ideal for singles, nurses, pilots or an elderly couple. There’s no official price yet, but he said could sell for $400,000.
Business Bain Barbecue opening second location
Premium Business Uncovering the Legacy at 87 Adams: Downtown Memphis church will memorialize thousands
Business Elon Musk joins his rocket and AI businesses into a single company
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Hill: Who were those Swedish cowboys at FESJC?
A family from Sweden traveled 14 hours to watch Ludvig Aberg. They left with signed golf balls from the Swedish star and a new admiration for St. Jude.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Nike debuts new Morant commercial as Ja 3 sneakers sell out
Premium Spirit of Memphis Buckley: Surely you’ve seen Jeff Woods and his wagon. But soon the two will stop rolling.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Hardaway says Tigers’ roster, staff still not finalized as season nears
Premium North Mississippi Former DeSoto Central High standout assigned to Memphis Redbirds
Food
Bain Barbecue opening second location
The Memphis barbecue spot will open a new location in July, but first, the owners need to “de-Arby-fy” it.
Premium Business With savory hand pies, Whisks of Doom whips up a different type of bakery
Premium Spirit of Memphis Memphis caterer delivers all the way to Holly Springs — due to weather
Suburbs
Condos replacing Gus’s clears Collierville Planning Commission
The builder said the condos will be one to two bedrooms ideal for singles, nurses, pilots or an elderly couple. There’s no official price yet, but he said could sell for $400,000.
Business Bain Barbecue opening second location
Premium Collierville Collierville looking at mixed-use for former Gus’s site
Arts & Culture
Snow won’t stop the show: Memphis theaters push through the winter freeze
Memphis productions adjust to winter’s disruptions.
The To-Do List Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras bar crawls and a concert by Diana Krall
Update Visual Arts Indie Memphis announces 2026 comeback for film festival with new leadership
Opinion
Calkins: Jaren Jackson had to be traded. Because it’s time for the Grizzlies to start again.
The Grizzlies stunned the city by dealing Jaren Jackson Jr. Yes, it’s disappointing. But it’s time to start fresh.Related content:
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Solidifying a legacy at 87 Adams
It was a decade ago that members of Calvary Episcopal Church decided they needed to do something about an old historical marker about Nathan Bedford Forrest on the church’s property.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: A Ford era ends
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 4
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