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Hello Memphis! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did Memphis pause the Paul R. Lowry Road extension?
  • Recognize this suspect from the Downtown Memphis Labor Day shooting?
  • Will Memphis scrap the controversial Boxtown road to the data center?

Also on today's calendar: Garden Discovery Days and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very hot, with a high of 99 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid with a heavy t-storm, temps: high: 91, low: 73.
  • Saturday: Some sun with a stray t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The Early Word: Tiger meal deal flubs and a baby tiger surprise (dailymemphian.com) — Memphis readers get a quick rundown on several local developments, from the city pausing the Paul R. Lowry Road extension in Southwest Memphis to new homes planned in Orange Mound. You'll also hear about a surprise tiger birth at the Memphis Zoo, mixed reviews of new Tigers football meal deals, and other school and hospital updates affecting area families.
   

2. VIDEO: Police searching for suspect in shooting that sent parkgoers fleeing in Downtown Memphis (actionnews5.com) — Memphis police are asking for your help identifying a man suspected of shooting another man near Court Square Park in Downtown Memphis on Labor Day, leaving the victim in critical condition. The tall suspect, with wick‑style dreadlocks in a ponytail and wearing a red shirt, black shorts, and white shoes, ran from the scene. Anyone with information is urged to contact CrimeStoppers at 901‑528‑CASH.
   

3. Boxtown neighbors want data center road project cancelled (actionnews5.com) — Boxtown residents in Southwest Memphis are urging city leaders to cancel, not just pause, the Paul Lowry Road project that would add another access route to Frank C. Pidgeon Industrial Park. Neighbors say constant industrial expansion is eroding their community, while officials weigh revising, replacing, or scrapping the project during the pause.
   

4. Frayser community considering new charter high school (actionnews5.com) — In Memphis' Frayser neighborhood, organizers are pushing for a new charter high school aimed at helping 16- to 21-year-olds who left school earn diplomas and job-ready certifications. Opportunity Youth Academy leaders say community backing at a recent library meeting is crucial as they appeal to the state charter commission for approval.
   

5. Finding the Best Auto Insurance in Eads‑Fisherville, Memphis TN: A Comprehensive Guide (thedetroitbureau.com) — If you drive in Eads‑Fisherville or elsewhere in Memphis, this guide walks you through Tennessee's minimum auto insurance requirements and why many locals choose higher limits. It compares typical premiums from major carriers, explains Memphis‑specific discounts, and offers a checklist for getting accurate quotes. The focus is helping you balance cost, coverage, and claims service for local driving conditions.
   

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Ok Memphis! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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