Stuck in neutral or still on track? If the renovation of the Memphis Motorsports Park is going to be ready for racing this fall, work on the property south of Millington will have to accelerate.
Expanded board powers are among several new details of a proposed state takeover legislation targeting Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
Germantown-based JX Investments LLC bought French Village Square at 4069-4111 Summer Ave. from MRS French Village LLC for $4.6 million.
The NBA’s tiebreaker draw determined the order of the Memphis Grizzlies’ second-best selection in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft.
A new bill headed to Gov. Lee would keeps applicants for roles like superintendent and fire chief anonymous. Supporters call it protection. Critics say it’s concerning for government transparency.
Since opening in March, Kuya has cemented itself as a Downtown destination for late nights and Filipino comfort food. But on Sunday, April 19, the restaurant held its first brunch service.
OUTMemphis, the longest-running LGBTQ+ organization in Tennessee, is building a new regional headquarters in Midtown as part of a $12 million expansion to meet the growing demand for its services.
The universities of Memphis, Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee Health Science Center will focus on five areas of research and development.
The ceremony will take place Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre.
Early voter turnout through the first four days of the period that ends April 30 is higher than it was at the same point in 2018.
Aaron Bradshaw, a 7-foot-1 center, averaged 8.6 points and 4.2 rebounds in his one season for the Tigers, while battling an injury for much of the second half.Related content:
Standouts from Brighton, CBHS, Collierville, MUS and Northpoint are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 23.
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“That’s an incredible and fun story.” — Scott Bradley about Calkins: Ted Butler is about to teach his 100,000th golf lesson. And he’s not about to stop.
“So glad he’s a Memphis Tiger!” — Kevin Knott about Why a Georgia city once named a day in a Memphis quarterback’s honor
“It’s MEMPHIS. It’s what WE do! Congrats to All the Hall of Famers! GTG!” — Jarvis Greer about Former Tiger Anthony Miller goes from walk-on to M Club Hall of Fame
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Today’s puzzle is of strawberries from Jones Orchard and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
The Tennessee General Assembly included a $50 million grant for Downtown Memphis Public Safety in the state budget passed this week.
Locals David and Julie Yopp have joined Michael Muhlert, one of the original Flip Side owners, in ownership of the pinball bar.
The Tigers have completed all 15 spring practices, and coach Charles Huff is pleased with the outcome.
The Silly Goose Lounge’s co-owner won’t be giving away the secret recipes and days-long methods to their pizzas or cocktails, but he promises, “There’s a lot of work behind when you order a drink.”
Several new businesses and rebrands are emerging along the Stage Road corridor west of Bartlett City Hall, bringing a mix of restaurants and entertainment to the area.
A Live Nation venue is expected to open in Memphis this year. This week, a jury declared the organization an illegal monopoly. Where does that leave the city?
A society that neglects its elders and its youngest children, a community that abandons the elderly or allows children to go hungry and unprotected, lessens the sacred potential of every community.
If you have your Daily Memphian 2026 bingo card, now might be a good time to get it out.