Here’s everything you need to know going on in the Mid-South:
- The Republican National Convention kicked off Monday night. ‘Wake Up Memphis’ with Robyn Walensky recapped the first night.
- 18-year-old Delvone Williams has been arrested and charged for shooting and killing Memphis firefighter Courtney Anderson.
- The University of Memphis released its regulations for home football games, including the requirement to wear face coverings at all times (including while in the parking lot). For the full list of rules, click here.
- Shelby County Schools is reconsidering its participation in the TSSAA. School Superintendent Joris M. Ray tweeted the following:
As the leader of the largest TN district, I have grown increasingly concerned by the @tssaa’s inattention to equity and the impact of antiquated rules/regulations that penalize our students, particularly students of color from disadvantaged neighborhoods.https://t.co/geHLiJWhpg pic.twitter.com/fZsAJjWjjn
— Dr. Joris M. Ray (@SCSSuptRay) August 24, 2020
