Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of September.
Good morning, Memphis.
Memphis Zoo is hosting its annual Zoo Boo event starting Friday and continuing on select nights until Nov.
1; the event offers Halloween-themed treats, a seven-foot maze and spooky decor from 6 to 9:30 p.m., and tickets cost ($20 for members and $23 for non-members).
Cooper-Young's newest breakfast spot, Big Bad Breakfast, will open on Tuesday, Sept.
29 at 2149 Young Avenue (replacing the former Mulan after a kitchen fire) and will serve biscuits, shrimp and grits daily from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The Memphis library will rename its music lab to honor hip-hop producer Tay Keith and celebrate his impact on local music.
Officials say details on the renaming event will be shared soon.
Bertha Rogers Looney, the last surviving member of the Memphis State Eight, returned to campus on Friday to release her memoir and honor the 67th anniversary of integration; she is set to watch the Memphis Tigers in a suite today.
Memphis Light, Gas, and Water will resume disconnecting services for 13,000 customers today after a 48-day pause from high heat delayed shutoffs, and rising rates along with increased consumption have pushed bills higher (payment arrangements, Budget Billing, and PowerPay are available).
The Tennessee Department of Health released Sept.
18 restaurant scores that show high safety ratings at local spots like Baron’s Speakeasy + Big Bill’s BBQ while noting significant safety issues at eateries such as Masti Indian Grill and Margaritas Restaurant in Memphis.
The Shelby County Health Department issued a Code Orange Ozone advisory for Memphis until sunset and a heat advisory until 8 p.m. today as readings exceed EPA safe levels.
Health officials advise active children & those with respiratory disease to limit outdoor activity.
On Friday Football Fever, the Saints built a 35-0 lead at halftime and won 49-0 over the Eagles in a dominant road performance.
Briarcrest (4-0) will host Southwind next Friday while SBA is set to face Northpoint later this week.
University of Memphis officials announced new measures for today's (6 p.m.) game at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium to ease traffic, parking, and concessions after fan complaints during the opener.
Changes include extra security, updated entry and ticket protocols, and additional food and drink points to enhance the gameday experience.
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