Memphis guard deployment could last into 2026, defense secretary says
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth could authorize the use of up to 1,000 Tennessee National Guard troops for a whole year as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force.
Pearson challenges Cohen for US House
State Rep. Justin J. Pearson said he will challenge U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen in the 2026 Democratic primary. Pearson once worked for Cohen as a intern.
The Early Word: Guard may be here a year, and Pearson takes on Cohen
International Paper building has sold, Monster Market is back and Coach Tuomas Iisalo is looking at the bright side.
International Paper building sold
Highwoods Properties developed the building, all nine floors of which is occupied by International Paper, for $56 million in 2014.
Martin: Memphis is short on fanfare? There’s one way to get it back.
“A lot has changed about college basketball in 2025, but the way to get people back is the way it’s always been: To win when it matters most.”
It’s the preseason, but Grizzlies have ‘overthinking’ to correct
The Grizzlies have played too cautiously during the preseason. The players believe it is something they will overcome as they adjust to Tuomas Iisalo’s new system. Related content:
Raleigh-Egypt football coach arrested on drug charges
Trevin Wallace, 32, has coached the Pharaohs to a 2-4 record this season.
Collierville Fire is fully staffed for first time in 5 years
Staffing has been an issue since Fire Chief John Selberg took his position. Now, there are enough employees to open the new station.
Table Talk: On today’s menu, surplus ingredients
“Chefs who find ways to reduce food waste are the ones who inspire me the most. They’re not just resourceful; they’re spectacularly imaginative.”
How Memphis designer Holtermonster crafted ‘a freaky pop-up for weirdos like you’
Lauren Rae Holtermann’s career is filled with movie designs and concert posters. But when October rolls around, her Monster Market comes out.
Horn Lake hires new leadership for Animal Shelter
After terminating the previous leaders of the city’s animal shelter, the Horn Lake Board of Mayor and Aldermen have named replacements for the facilities top two positions.
Former US attorney returns to Western District of Tennessee
The party-line vote included yes votes by U.S. Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty of Tennessee.
Bartlett commission says no to rezoning controversial parcel
Residents in a Bartlett neighborhood opposed rezoning a tract to commercial, saying it is not in keeping with the long-held character of their homes.
With basketball court refresh, Project Backboard comes back to where it started — Memphis
The art project breathes new life into the public basketball court.
Week 8 preview: Jaguars, Tigers meet in Region 8-6A catfight
Southwind likely to establish the run game early against a Whitehaven defense that had trouble in its last outing.
The AM/DM podcast: Navigating and reporting on the National Guard
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Fairley’s Copeland, Memphis Business’ Wiseman to coach in AutoZone All-Star Game
Region rivals will lead their respective squads in the 23rd edition of the game on Dec. 13.
Fall break traffic at Memphis airport expected to be up by 6%
The peak days are expected to see about 11,000 passengers per day.
What Daily Memphians think*
“I saw ‘A Beautiful Noise’ last night and absolutely loved every minute! From the audience response, I would say I was not alone.” — Brenda Powell about ‘Neil Diamond,’ ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ and more grace Memphis stages this October
“Surprise, surprise …” — Jenny Raves about County employee charged with smuggling contraband into 201 Poplar
“Count me in. I would gladly kick in $30 a year to help fund a viable, well run, public transit system. It’s in everyone’s interest for people to have a reliable way to get to work and for students to have a way to get to U of M, Southwest or TCAT.” — Bryan Barger about Opinion: Memphis once again finds itself at a crossroads. Let’s make sure a MATA bus is there to give us a lift.
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: Amend Germantown’s charter to support a full-time mayor? Where’s the outrage?
“The qualities needed to win an election are not the same qualities needed to manage a modern city like Germantown.”
Sudoku: Oct. 9
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily Jigsaw: Project Backboard
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the basketball court in Chickasaw Heritage Park and was taken by Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip.
Daily WordRow: Oct. 9
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
The feds are in Memphis. But how are they tracking arrests?
The Memphis Safe Task Force has allegedly made hundreds of arrests since its launch last week. But how law enforcement is tracking those arrests is unclear.
City of Memphis More than 700 Task Force members in city, police chief says
Premium Business The fight over new East Memphis liquor store explodes into fireball
Shelby County County employee charged with smuggling contraband into 201 Poplar
Education Mayor Harris vetoes vote to put all MSCS board members on ballot
Business
Inked: Local industrial market leasing skyrockets, Intrator property sold in foreclosure auction
The former Downtown Royal Furniture Co. building, which was slated to become a Dream Hotel and mixed-use development, was sold in a foreclosure sale to the lender of the project.
Premium Real Estate The City hasn’t officially bought the Sheraton yet but it’s already repaid $4M on the bonds
Premium Transportation & Logistics Memphis-based logistics company acquired
Transportation & Logistics FedEx adds exec to its freight segment spinoff
Health Care City Council calls for meeting to rethink Regional One plan
Sports
Inspired: Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward looks to late grandma, Olympic athlete grandpa
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward’s grandfather was an Olympic gold medalist. His grandmother was a cornerstone in Cedric’s life. He is motivated by both of them.
High School Sports Golfers from MUS, St. Mary’s claim state titles
High School Sports Dandy Dozen: Southwind climbs into top spot
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball ‘We’re all underdogs’: New-look Tigers head into 2025-26 season with something to prove
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Amid injuries, Santi Aldama and Jock Landale will be crucial to a good Grizzlies start
Food
No more rocking chairs on this porch: Cracker Barrel closes Memphis store
Cracker Barrel closed its Shelby Oaks Drive location in Memphis due to the results of internal performance audits, according to the corporate office.
Premium Dining Guides What to Order: Rise’s Sweet Country Blues biscuit sandwich
Suburbs
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.
Premium Germantown Harvest Church secures acres for church growth
Arts & Culture
‘Neil Diamond,’ ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ and more grace Memphis stages this October
Other plays feature “Frankenstein,” murdered Edwardian women telling their stories and a murder mystery.
Music Five must-see Memphis concerts for October
Opinion
Calkins: They’re not just cutting a ribbon in Whitehaven. They’re showing us the way.
You know the best way to solve the ills of a community? With hope. There will be plenty of that at Whitehaven High School Wednesday — where they’re cutting the ribbon on a new STEM center.
Podcasts
The AM/DM: Restaurant catastrophes
Today, editorial director Mary Cashiola and food writer Ellen Chamberlain are talking about local restaurants that had to close after some sort of calamity and how they can come back from it all.