What’s the deal with the once-popular Mexican restaurant in East Memphis? Why is the giant sign still glowing even though the place has been closed for eight years?
Sometimes a La Nina winter can produce a decent snow event, but Monday’s forecast calls for a mix of sleet and rain.
The process of becoming a U.S. citizen is extremely complex, taking years — sometimes decades — and thousands of dollars. Here’s how people do it.
The two sides have fought in court since early 2024.
Patric Ferguson was sentenced in the January 2021 death of Robert Howard, whom he killed while on duty.
Ryan Silverfield accepted the head coaching position at Arkansas after six seasons as the Memphis head coach. And a couple of staffers are coming with him.
Resist the pull of Netflix Christmas rom-coms on the couch, and go do some seasonal holiday activities. Here’s your guide.
Standouts from Bartlett, Briarcrest, CBHS, City University and St. George’s up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4.
Standouts from Collierville, Harding, Houston, Memphis Business Academy and Whitehaven are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4.
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The Memphis Tigers have arguably the biggest brand in the Group of Six, and they are among the top resourced non-power conference schools in the country.
“There’s so much positive news out there, and I’m blessed to be able to see it firsthand and be actually involved in it,” said the new chairman, who plans to help make Downtown a thriving area for residents — and visitors.
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Also happening this week: Memphis-Shelby County Schools and Porter-Leath are hosting drives for holiday gifts and winter wear.
In December, practically every venue in Memphis is offering at least one holiday-themed concert. The non-exhaustive list of offerings includes classical performances, a jazz jam session, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and sacred soul.
Among the cast of “Never Alone for Christmas: Memphis” are Memphis singer K. Michelle and actor Tom Arnold.
Also, three exhibitions are on view at Sheet Cake Gallery, while Tops Gallery has exhibitions on view at both locations.
“I think the program is in a good place for a dynamic leader that can leverage the city of Memphis to its advantage. I trust Ed Scott to make the right hire!” — Blake Spann about Calkins: Silverfield is off to Arkansas. Memphians can’t believe their good luck.
“Silverfield did us proud despite the naysayers.” — Dennis Paden about Ryan Silverfield leaving Memphis for Arkansas
“Reggie will be better than most. I hope the Offensive and Defensive coordinators go with Ryan.” — Kim Shumate about Memphis football names interim head coach
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High school students can get a taste of higher education, expand their horizons and maybe shave off a semester of their college career with help from the Mississippi University for Women.
Today, almost all Americans can trace their lineage back to another part of the world. The Daily Memphian recently talked to 16 locals — including business owners and a former mayor — about their families’ journeys to America.
Demolition will cost $54,000, according to a permit filed with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development.
Here’s a list of possibilities for the Memphis Tigers’ next head football coach.
Restaurants at Silo Square include a coffee shop, a bagel shop, breakfast, barbecue, lunch, dessert and a wine bar. Here is the definitive dining guide to the Southaven development.
DeSoto County school board member Michele Henley has steadfastly ignored calls from varying segments of the community to step down from her elected position.
An ‘infamous’ nightclub and hotel will start a new live music series — just in time for the influx of visitors Downtown for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon.
“How can I do this life well? What is it that you can pass on to me so that I will not have to relearn the same lessons at the expense of my own heart, mind, body and relationships?”
Ellen Chamberlain and Holly Whitfield talk about their favorite food stories from the year and three Memphis restaurants on their radars for 2026.
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