SpaceX facing $6.1 million in penalties for potential environmental violations
The AI company said Mississippi’s environmental regulator is seeking civil penalties for potential violations of the state’s policies across three Southaven sites.
Memphis Tigers win overtime thriller against East Carolina
Quarterback Marcus Stokes threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns, and added two rushing touchdowns as Memphis rallied from a 16-3 halftime deficit. Related content:
Food Files: Sunrise Memphis to open third location
Plus, Dr. Bean’s second location will share a building with a coffee equipment sales, repair and maintenance shop.
Calkins: 50 years ago, Vietnamese immigrants arrived in Midtown. A new festival celebrates what they did — and what might be.
It’s been 50 years since thousands of Vietnamese refugees ended up in Memphis after the Vietnam War. Sunday, the Mekong Memphis Festival aims to celebrate their journey — and spark a revitalization of the neighborhood.
How the City Council voted on data centers
Memphis City Council voted on a pair of data center moratorium proposals on Tuesday;
Culver’s coming to Memphis area
Culver’s, the chain that features ButterBurgers, cheese curds and frozen custard, will open it first location in the Greater Memphis area.
Barbecue fest coming in 2027, but not SmokeSlam
A combined World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest and SmokeSlam is officially not happening as Memphis in May announces 2027 festival dates. Also an MIM official talks about the future of Beale Street Music Festival.
What to watch for during Tigers’ exhibition game at Mississippi State
Although the outcome won’t count towards the Tigers’ record, the preseason game will give a glimpse into what can be expected from Memphis this season.
Palazzolo talks advice for next mayor ahead of leaving office
At the end of 12 years as Germantown mayor, Mike Palazzolo offers his advice to future leaders of the suburb on “Behind the Headlines.”
Record heat, near-record drought leave Memphis primed for fires
Memphis has had just 2.29 inches of rain since Aug. 1, and fire officials are urging caution with fire pits as dry leaves pile up. Landscapers are losing work because lawns have stopped growing.
$15 Deal: Bryant’s Summer Avenue Sampler
If you can’t decide what to order at Bryant’s Breakfast, the Summer Avenue Sampler is a giant breakfast that includes many of Bryant’s most popular items.
One year after Shelby County didn’t pass muster, state approves budget
The approval restores the county’s borrowing ability, but the state is still urging Shelby County to rebuild its General Fund reserves.
Arena League football coming to Landers Center
The league commissioner said there will be an “instant rivalry” with the Memphis Blues, the Bluff City’s American Arena League team.
Demolition permit filed for former East Memphis Hampton Inn
Baptist Memorial Health Care paid $5.8 million for the hotel and its 2-acre site. A spokeswoman said there are “no new plans for the site.”
Briarcrest repeats in Division 2-AA volleyball
Ashari Jenkins is the MVP as the Saints prevail over Christ Presbyterian Academy in five sets for their back-to-back title.
MUS standout voted Player of the Week
Jack Hill accounted for three touchdowns as Owls knock Central from the unbeaten ranks.
Dia de los Muertos, Irish autumn and a Southeast Asian anniversary party
This week, Collage Dance Collective opens its 17th season, the Broad Avenue Art Walk returns and “Monty Python’s Spamalot” opens at the Orpheum.
Opinion: Amendment 1 will build safer communities for Tennessee families
“When dangerous offenders are released on bond and commit more crimes, innocent Tennesseans pay the price. If Amendment 1 passes in November, judges in our community and statewide will have the authority they need to keep violent offenders in custody.” Opinion: Amendment 1 would surrender Tennessee’s 230-year right to bailRelated content:
What Daily Memphians think*
“Awesome food and ownership!” — Billy Conaley about Table Talk: Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Old Whitten Tavern
“Say what you want about the 901, we can eat well!” — Ellen Davis about Memphis restaurants earn Michelin nods for second year in a row
“I wish the owners well in recuperating a prime parcel. I will be interested to see what it becomes.” — William Lawson about Oak Court Mall demolition enters next phase
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: Amendment 1 would surrender Tennessee’s 230-year right to bail
“Amendment 1 would change that balance by allowing people to be detained without bail based solely on an accusation, before a jury has heard the evidence. The question before voters on Nov. 3 is whether we are willing to surrender a constitutional protection that has stood for 230 years.” Opinion: Amendment 1 will build safer communities for Tennessee familiesRelated content:
Sudoku: Oct. 23
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 23
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Elvis has not left the building
Today’s puzzle features the cast of “Million Dollar Quartet” at Theatre Memphis. Carla McDonald took the photo.
Metro
This Halloween, get candy and voting information at National Civil Rights Museum
The museum’s free Trick or Vote event is designed for families to come trick-or-treat and leave with a voting plan.
Premium Shelby County Spending in MSCS-takeover suit nears county’s limit
City of Memphis City Council votes down indefinite data center pause
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City of Memphis Yolanda Cooper-Sutton suspended from City Council committee duties
Business
Art museum, a hospital and the Queen: Developers to talk about projects shaping Memphis
Major projects shaping the city’s future — ranging from the art museum on Front Street to a mixed-use development in East Memphis’ Poplar corridor — will be previewed at the Developing Memphis seminar.
Premium Business Memphis tax abatement could pull industrial user from DeSoto County
Premium Real Estate Oak Court Mall demolition enters next phase
Premium Business Musk spends ‘4 days a week’ in Memphis as SpaceXAI’s presence continues to grow
Premium Health Care A new Millington VA clinic is providing care. But veterans and officials say rural access remains vital.
Sports
Calkins: The Grizzlies aim to win back the city. They got off to a sensational start.
The Grizzlies took the wraps off not just a new season but a new era Wednesday night with a resounding 123-103 win.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies How far is too far for a Ty Jerome 3? Farther than you think.
High School Sports Houston wins region girls soccer title against Collierville
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Iisalo’s vision, Jerome’s explosion and real basketball returned to FedExForum
Sports Memphis hires new track and cross country coach
Food
Sound Bites: Meet the new Muddy’s Bake Shop owners
Belltower Coffee’s locations on Highland Street and at Shelby Farms Park added a third member to the family earlier this year: Muddy’s on Broad Avenue.
Update Food News Memphis restaurants earn Michelin nods for second year in a row
Suburbs
Threadgill to retire from Bartlett Chamber early next year
After leading the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce for more than two decades, John Threadgill is retiring at the end of January as the group’s president.
Premium Elections ‘I believe in humanity first’: Mississippi contender for US Senate digs into data centers
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar-winning Brit actresses, ‘Everything’ expands
Oscar-winning British actresses in high-concept new films. It’s an accidental theme of sorts at the movies this week.
Music Memphis takes center stage before more than 550 arts funders
Opinion
Opinion: FedEx Cares and American Red Cross to raise smoke alarm awareness
“Home fires are the nation’s most frequent disaster, impacting far more people than hurricanes, floods or tornadoes. These emergencies can devastate a family in a matter of minutes, destroying homes, cherished possessions and, in the worst cases, taking lives.”
Podcasts
Calkins: Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight have thoughts on the Grizzlies season. And what’s up with the lease?
It’s the start of another Grizzlies season! Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight have big thoughts. But what’s up with the lease, anyway? All that is on “The Geoff Calkins Podcast.”
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Like father, like daughter
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Katie Barrett that was taken by Mark Weber.