FedEx adds exec to its freight segment spinoff
The new financial leader of the logistics giant’s less-than-truckload division spinoff is a former exec of a Fortune 100 company.
The fight over new East Memphis liquor store explodes into fireball
Ethan Edwards wants to open a new high-end liquor store in East Memphis, and he thinks he has the right to do so. Buster’s Liquors co-owner Josh Hammond disagrees, and the fight is getting nasty.
Ja Morant out of Grizzlies’ preseason opener with new injury
The Grizzlies are also currently without Jaren Jackson Jr., Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke.
MPD to present crime numbers
MPD’s presentation to the Memphis City Council comes after the first week of a state and federal anti-crime surge in the city.
Just 1 Shelby County suburb has a full-time mayor. Germantown could soon make that 2.
But all suburbs have a city administrator or manager who oversees day-to-day operations — and makes more money than their mayoral counterparts.
What to Order: Rise’s Sweet Country Blues biscuit sandwich
The North Carolina based chain has opened a second Memphis-area location.
Vote for The Daily Memphian high school football player of the week, Week 7
Standouts from Collierville, Harding, Houston, KIPP, Lausanne and Tipton-Rosemark are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9.
Harvest Church secures acres for church growth
The church has purchased 8 acres near its current property to adapt to growth as necessary.
Where to scream, get lost and pick a pumpkin this spooky season
Let our Halloween guide to haunted houses, corn mazes and pumpkins patches help your prepare for the season.
Ask the Memphian: Why do Memphians spend so much money and effort on Halloween?
In this week’s Ask the Memphian, we wondered why folks invest so much on their Halloween displays. The answers? Whimsy, fun and, for at least one person, revenge.
Buckley: Memphis’ secret is out. The respect must continue to be earned.
The Memphis Tigers are nationally ranked for the first time this season, appearing in both polls. Now they must prove they’re for real.
Photo Gallery: Closing Day of 2025 Mempho Music Festival
Other acts included Father John Misty, Galactic and Leftover Salmon on Friday, and The Flaming Lips, Mavis Staples, The Pharcyde and Puddles Pity Party on Saturday.
The 6-0 Tigers are rolling as they approach back half of the schedule
The Memphis Tigers reached the halfway mark of the season unscathed. Three tough home games are waiting for them in the second half of the schedule. Related content:
The Buckman Performing and Fine Arts Center heads into its fall season
Cindi Younker, the director of the Buckman Performing and Fine Arts Center, talks with Eric Barnes on The Sidebar podcast about what makes the intimate venue so appealing for audiences and artists.
What Daily Memphians think*
“It’s crazy that 12 straight seasons of bowl eligibility is now treated as no big deal. Let’s not forget that the Tigers went 32 years between bowl appearances until Tommy West, DeAngelo Williams and company took us to the New Orleans Bowl in 2003. I’m glad our standards have been elevated since that time.” — Larry Coley about Buckley: Memphis’ secret is out. The respect must continue to be earned.
“Why do I just envision two middle-aged white men in golf shorts with their rangefinders trying to measure the distance between two buildings while yelling ‘come at me bro.’” — Jay Adkins about The fight over new East Memphis liquor store explodes into fireball
“So, Busters doesn’t want competition and uses its influence in the industry to strong arm any potential disruption of their business. Got it.” — Wayne Randall about The fight over new East Memphis liquor store explodes into fireball
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Sudoku: Oct. 6
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Daily Jigsaw: Liquor Store coffee
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the coconut and ube latte at The Liquor Store in East Memphis taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip.
WordRow: Oct. 6
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
Memphis mayor vows to ‘remain at the table’ as law enforcement makes its way into city
Mayor Paul Young made comments after a week that saw aggressive rhetoric about “unleashed” law enforcement. The same surge of state and federal law enforcement agencies is an issue in the race for Shelby County mayor.
Public Safety Bondi claims more than 150 arrests made in first week of Task Force
Premium Real Estate Sheraton deal should close by early November, Mayor Young said
Premium Health Care Regional One focuses on hospital while campus rebuild faces headwinds
Premium Shelby County State’s bond ban won’t disrupt Shelby County schools, hospital projects this year
Business
Free retail space for new businesses? Yes, please.
The Pop Local contest, which is put on by Edwards Realty, gives entrepreneurs a chance to win six months of free retail space at Carriage Crossing in Collierville.
Health Care Evening exercise: Fitness Under the Stars returns to Tom Lee Park
Premium Real Estate Downtown DoubleTree closing, impacting almost 90 workers
Premium Health Care Regional One focuses on hospital while campus rebuild faces headwinds
Real Estate Who is the team behind the Regional One Health rebuild?
Sports
Martin Market Report: A look at the sportsbooks for Week 6 of college football
Check out Martin’s thoughts on Tulsa at Memphis, Texas at Florida and Miami at Florida State in this week’s Market Report.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Tuomas Iisalo brought a defensive strategy from Europe to the Grizzlies. How does it work?
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Analyzing how Memphis’ run-heavy offense compares to previous years
Sports UFL makes Showboats’ exit from Memphis official, explains reasoning
Chris Herrington Morant assists, Jackson Jr. teases at Grizzlies open practice
Food
Looking for farm-fresh duck? International spices? Thai bananas? Bartlett’s new market has you covered.
The owner describes his international market as encompassing Mediterranean, Hispanic and Indian groceries with some European and American products as well.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: First Watch poised to open second Memphis location
Suburbs
Cliff Johnson launches congressional bid in Mississippi’s 1st district
Cliff Johnson realizes that, as a Democrat, he has an uphill battle to represent Mississippi’s 1st Congressional District, but he has started his journey with a run for the Democratic primary.
Collierville Collierville planners give green light to two parking changes
Arts & Culture
‘2025 Project,’ West Africa, 1890s France and more on display in Memphis art galleries this October
Plus, a Midtown eyewear boutique hosts a reflective exhibition.
Music Chris Brown concert canceled
Opinion
Opinion: Vehicle and equipment seller scams on the rise
The red flags of a vehicle and equipment seller scam include the price being significantly below market value, the owner citing an overly personal reason for getting rid of the vehicle, and not being able to see the vehicle before sending money.
Premium Guest Columnists Opinion: Respect for the National Guard and respect for our community are not opposites
Podcasts
Supporting the well-being of college students in a post-COVID, screen-heavy world
Barth House Episcopal Center’s Maggie Schaumleffel joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar podcast to talk about the organization, its mission and the many challenges college students now face.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Media day reactions, start of camp
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Latin fest
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from Latin Fest 901 and was taken by photographer Renier Otto Rios.