Lakeland officials continue to look at plans to limit types of commercial development along major thoroughfares like U.S. 70 and Canada Road.

The leader of Memphis’ VA system spoke about ongoing projects at the facility, including a new clinical lab set to happen in the next few months.

Looking for a quiet meal? Here are some ways, and places, to find it. 

Also in the political roundup, a new poll shows the race for Tennessee governor tightening, and one of two standout independent candidates campaigns in Memphis.

The new Gallaway exit on Interstate 40 should have a different look and a lot of gas pumps in the coming year as Buc-ee’s construction continues along with a Love’s Travel Stop.

The museum to commemorate the nation’s worst maritime disaster is set to open just 20 minutes from Downtown Memphis.

“What do you wish other generations better understood about the Silents or the Boomers or X or the Millennials or Z or Alpha?”

Stokes took care of the ball, didn’t try to throw the home run every time and was successful converting third downs in Saturday’s win. 

“Two weeks after the University of Memphis apologized for the long lines and general chaos at the new Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium’s home opener, the school bounced back with a performance that didn’t leave a lot to criticize.”

Chambliss passed for 363 yards and two touchdowns and ran for a tiebreaking score in the fourth quarter, and No. 8 Ole Miss delighted a crowd that was already revved up about Kiffin’s return, beating the seventh-ranked Tigers 32-24 on Saturday night.

Faizon Brandon threw for 178 yards and one touchdown and ran for another to lead No. 15 Tennessee to a 42-9 win over Kennesaw State on Saturday night.

Quarterback Marcus Stokes had another solid night, finishing with 258 yards passing and four passing touchdowns. He completed 26-of-32 passes and didn’t play in the fourth quarter.

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Despite recent progress, the latest FBI Uniform Crime Report indicates Memphis remains the No. 1 major city in America for its violent crime rate, town hall attendees learn.

A year since the presidential executive order that created the Memphis Safe Task Force was announced in the Oval Office, its impact and future are still being debated, touted and condemned.

Rich Products Corp. wants to expand its wastewater capabilities at the plant on Jetway Drive in Arlington in hopes of lessening the pressure on the town’s treatment.

Over the past few months, Acre’s Andrew Adams has been submitting recipes to national food competitions for professional chefs. Here’s one recipe that took the grand prize. 

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Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.

Today’s puzzle features the twin Sumatran tiger cubs born at the Memphis Zoo, which provided the photo. Their names will be revealed at the Sept. 19 Tigers football game. 

Dominic Rocconi throws five touchdown passes as Dragons ease past previously-undefeated Arlington in Region 7-6A opener.

Central tailback Derreon Martin ran for three touchdowns and quarterback Brooks Wright threw for two scores in the Warriors' win.

Starting league play with a victory was the goal, said Mustangs coach James Thomas. And his team was able to do so thanks in large part to a poised performance from junior quarterback Canon Day.

College Football playoff expansion has created an uncertain future for traditional bowl games. But the AutoZone Liberty Bowl wants to win the fight.