Southwind holds off Lausanne in Dandy Dozen showdown
The Jaguars return two interceptions for touchdowns — and seal the game with a third pick — to finish off a gutsy group of Lynx.
Friday football report: Houston opens strong, Central shuts out Melrose
Impressive wins for Bartlett and Central, among others, in Week 1.
Houston cruises to opening night victory over Germantown
The Mustangs left no doubt Friday night, bullying the Devils 40-6 in front of a raucous crowd.
Holy Rosary families protest Catholic Diocese after principal’s abrupt exit
A sudden personnel change at Holy Rosary Catholic School has sparked outrage, a petition with hundreds of signatures and a demonstration by parents demanding answers from the Catholic Diocese of Memphis.
Crosstown Concourse introduces surveillance-powered parking system
As motorists park, Metropolis’ system identifies their license plates and tracks parking using surveillance technologies.
Collierville fire chief retires and resigns
Collierville Fire Chief John Selberg’s retirement notice, which he submitted Thursday, came 10 days after he was placed on leave.
Redbirds Recap: Memphis wins 4-2 over Jacksonville
All nine Redbirds bats tally hit, bullpen shuts out Jumbo Shrimp in Friday’s home game.
Food Files: Newby’s, Brookhaven and an Indian restaurant all reopen
It’s been a big week for restaurant and bar reopenings, as three recently celebrated being back and open for business.
City’s 901 Day events feature more than 300 artists and creatives
“We’re investing in our creatives,” the director of the City of Memphis’ Office of Creative and Cultural Economy said. “The artists that are featured, they’re paid for their time.”
Party in Ardent Studios lawsuit dies, but litigation remains
Mark Baranauskas, also known as “Mark Danger,” died in Memphis this week at age 47. He was one of the litigants in an ongoing lawsuit threatening the future of legendary Ardent Studios.
Grizzlies to host garage sale Saturday
The Grizzlies are hosting a team garage sale at FedExForum. This year, there are some niche items for sale.
Sound Bites: JEM chefs talk brunch plans, tomato-tastic menu for Edgy Tomato Fest
Josh Mutchnick and Jamaurin “Vino” Wright join Holly Whitfield to talk about JEM Dining’s first three years and their plans for the Edgy Tomato Fest.
Lakeland earmarks future TIF revenues to offset trash fee increases
Lakeland is considering using some of the additional funds form the four TIFs in the suburb to lower sanitation costs.
Bailey: Selberg retires from fire chief job after days of debate with administration
Two weeks of drama in Collierville reached a conclusion with the retirement of Fire Chief John Selberg.
Arts Beat: New festival brings works of Hemingway, Whitman, Wright to the stage
“We’d really like Memphis to be known as a classical arts incubator — one of the capitals of classical theater, not just for Shakespeare but for the great American writers, too.”
Fired city court clerk wants City Council to reinstate her
After two of three municipal judges fired her, City Court Clerk Sukita Johnson is appealing that decision to the City Council, arguing that the judges overstepped their authority.
What Daily Memphians think*
“That is absolutely too sad, but I knew something was up when they started opening later, then closed on Sunday.” — Mary K. Allen about Rawgirls has closed again, seemingly for good this time
“If the town does not replace Chief Selberg with an as qualified and experienced fire chief, then I think the city should find a new administrator.” — William Harter about Collierville fire chief retires and resigns
“Memphis-Shelby has got to be the most dysfunctional place in the country. It seems to be a never-ending Peyton Place circus.” — William Wilcox about Fired city court clerk wants City Council to reinstate her
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Mississippi public safety commissioner campaigns for attorney general
Sean Tindell made his case to supporters in Southaven on why he should be Mississippi’s next attorney general.
Sudoku: Aug. 21
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Daily Wordrow: Aug. 21
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Fan Fest for football
Today’s puzzle features the renovated box seating at the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Wes Hale took the photo.
Metro
Daycare owner in bus death runs 6 other Memphis-area centers
Raven Marshall-Lewis, who owned and ran the childcare center where Winter Jones died last week, operates at least six other childcare centers in Shelby County. Four of them have been cited for issues.
Premium Elections Jerri Green’s game plan and Marsha Blackburn’s primary numbers
Update Public Safety Corrections deputy found guilty in Gershun Freeman’s death
City of Memphis MPD chief looks to post-Task Force future
Update City of Memphis Council committee passes data center pause
Business
Memphis flower shop closes, but its owner’s legacy continues
Rachel’s Flower Shop is closing, but Rachel Greer is far from done when it comes to helping her community.
Premium Transportation & Logistics Fixing a taxiway, adding a lounge: New airport board green-lights constructions projects
Premium Real Estate Apartments near Liberty Stadium cleared for sale
Premium Real Estate Inked: New chance for Second Street restaurant space, new purpose for Kroger building
Business Piece of Grizzlies’ funding moves forward
Sports
Week 1 high school football preview: Yay! We are back.
Games on Thursday, Friday and Saturday highlight the local high school football slate for Week 1.
Memphis Tigers Football ‘They know when Christmas is’: Huff gives team date for naming starting quarterback
Premium Spirit of Memphis Buckley: 25 years after winning in Memphis, Bob Estes returns to see old friends and remember good times
High School Sports Lausanne quarterback ruled ineligible
High School Sports High school football 2026: Munford intends to keep doing what it does best
Food
Table Talk: Headed to a sporting event? Check out the menu
When it comes to sporting events, food is important. So important that food specials seem to be one way local sporting events are trying to attract more spectators.
Premium Food News As Belmont Grill prepares to close, regulars remember the good times
Premium Music Mollie Fontaine Lounge returns — but only for a few nights a year
Suburbs
Olive Branch lights way for new cannabis shop
Dabbs Cannabis Dispensary, a Mississippi-based company with 26 locations in the state, wants to open its second Olive Branch location.
Premium Collierville Collierville fire chief situation ‘is not a personal issue,’ administrator says
Premium North Mississippi Olive Branch restricts data centers
Arts & Culture
Satellite Music Hall to host community preview night
The new venue at Crosstown Concourse is opening its doors to the public on Sept. 2, with all proceeds from the preview benefiting Stax Music Academy.
Chris Herrington Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Tony,’ ‘Camp Miasma,’ ‘Fast and Furious’ at 25
Spirit of Memphis A Memphis photographer was killed by a driver fleeing law enforcement. His friends are ensuring his memory lives through music.
Opinion
Calkins: He was shot down over Italy. 83 years later, his remains finally found their way home.
Michael Cianciolo was shot down over Italy in 1943. More than 80 years later, his remains were buried in Memphis with full military honors.
Podcasts
Brent Taylor said legal immigration should be ‘paused’
The “Behind the Headlines” interview with the Republican nominee for the 9th Congressional District also covered Taylor’s support for limiting birthright citizenship, war in Iran, the economy, the Epstein files and whether President Donald Trump won the 2020 election.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: THE High School
This jigsaw puzzle features the Central High football team at Crump Stadium, and Brad Vest took the photo.