Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of October.
Good morning, Memphis.
Memphis public libraries runs a free Repair Café today where locals can have broken belongings fixed at the library.
The event offers an on-site solution for keeping items in use.
Free high-speed internet is starting in Orange Mound today to help residents go online.
The program — launched with local officials — will bring improved digital access to the area.
Martha Wash and Marsha Warfield, two legendary performers, will appear in a new live show at Halloran Centre in Memphis.
The event promises a vibrant celebration of music and history for local fans.
Memphis residents are facing soaring MLGW bills with some paying over $1,200 this month compared to usual amounts around $500 or $600 (TVA noted record energy demand amid extreme heat).
Utility officials plan to provide further clarification on billing soon.
Collierville Schools teacher Brandi De La Cruz was named Tennessee Teacher of the Year for the second straight year (2025-26) after her work at Collierville High.
The University of Memphis launched the Delta Institute for Artificial Intelligence + the Law this semester at the Cecil C.
Humphreys School of Law. The new program is designed to help law students learn about AI and prepare them for technology-driven legal challenges.
Memphis native Glorilla surprised Cordova High School students at their homecoming celebration Friday afternoon and donated $25,000 to seniors, according to Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
A Memphis mother warns local parents after her 25-year-old son died by suicide following withdrawal from a kratom-derived product (Seven Pure).
She advises watching for sudden changes in behavior and maintaining open conversations to detect signs of distress.
The Tennessee Department of Health released restaurant health scores on Friday, Oct.
2 for Memphis and Shelby County, showing clean kitchens and notable violations that many eateries must address — scores for places like One Stop Variety Shop rank high while others need prompt attention.
Briarcrest (7–0) secured a thrilling win over CBHS on Friday Football Fever Week 7 in East Memphis as quarterback Cayden Dixon hit JD Donaldson for a late touchdown and the Saints made a crucial two-point conversion.
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