Community turns raucous against xAI at public hearing
Hundreds of people packed into Fairley High’s gymnasium in Whitehaven on Friday evening largely to vent their frustration about the artificial intelligence company’s use of natural gas turbines.
Hundreds of people packed into Fairley High’s gymnasium in Whitehaven on Friday evening largely to vent their frustration about the artificial intelligence company’s use of natural gas turbines.
The Redbirds took the Tides 10-1 in the first game, and 7-5 in the second.
The Memphis Grizzlies think they found a formula to combat the Oklahoma City Thunder. But is there any hope of deploying it without Ja Morant?
The Memphis Grizzlies have updated the status of star guard Ja Morant for Game 4 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Both Memphis Police Department Chief C.J. Davis and Mayor Paul Young became emotional speaking about the violence in the city.
Elwood’s Shack on Park Avenue has closed, leaving just the original location on Summer Avenue for those who love the eatery’s fish tacos or big sandwiches.
“Just because the club closed does not mean the need is gone,” Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis CEO Gwendolyn Woods said. “We absolutely need Boys and Girls Clubs after-school programs inside of the schools.”
The Shelby County Criminal Court Clerk’s Office announced Friday, April 25, Judge Paula Skahan will retire in June.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the postseason performance of the Memphis Grizzlies’ big three, starting with Ja Morant.
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchart said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.
Todd Halford has brought a new level of fun to the City of Bartlett’s social media world, adding puns, snappy attire and promotion of the suburb.
It was going to be a magnificent night for Memphis. Then Ja Morant and the Grizzlies crashed to the earth.
Comedies and musicals are what’s on stage this month in Memphis theaters.
“As you read this, I’m headed east on Interstate 40 to a reading and book signing of ‘Never Over The Hill,’ a memoir I coauthored with Bill Haltom about our time in college.”
Here are the Daily Memphian postseason boys basketball awards, featuring our player of the year, freshman of the year, coach of the year and all-metro teams.
The company behind Petals of a Peony will open a new concept in a month, Ryu Sushi is in the process of transferring ownership, and Rise Southern Biscuits and Righteous Chicken will open in East Memphis this summer in the former City Silo in Sanderlin Center.
“As for the big flame out, Ja’s injury came at literally the high point of the season and just sucked the life out of the arena and all its inhabitants.” — Herschel Freeman about Calkins: Ja went high and they went low. That’s how a magnificent night fell apart.
“A real heartbreaker and of course I was sitting in front of the only OKC fan in the building. Talk about adding salt to the wound.” — Julie Bardos about Herrington: Worst playoff loss in Grizzlies history? No. Then again …
“Dan, reading you is like a cool drink of water on a dry day.” — Ham Smythe about Conaway: A journey to my tomorrow and the path of my yesterday
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Lauren Bush Lauren, the CEO and founder of Feed, was the keynote speaker at a sold-out event at the Renasant Convention Center.
“On Wednesday, 600-plus members of our Memphis Jewish community gathered for our 63rd annual Yom HaShoah Commemoration, a solemn and vital moment for remembrance and reflection.”
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With the Redbirds’ future at AutoZone Park potentially in question, the City of Memphis’ capital improvement budget contains at least one notable absence.
To many, xAI is just another chapter in what residents said they think is a legacy of industrial racism and pollution. The debate centers on one central question: Is Colossus worth the cost?
Ja Morant was hurt with just over three minutes left in the first half and Memphis leading 67-40. But Oklahoma City closed the gap to make the series 3-0.
The first time Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken appeared on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” it changed everything for owner Lou Martin.
Former police captain Todd Halford has brought a jovial personality and an engaging character to Bartlett’s social media presence.
The lineup includes Flaming Lips, Sierra Ferrell, Mavis Staples, Father John Misty, Charley Crockett and The Pharcyde.
Win or lose, the “we’re in this together” energy can enrich a community. Memphis now gets at least two chances to show it in this series.
Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield discuss spring food festivals in Memphis and share pro tips and top picks.
The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip captured the nation’s top triple-jumper, Miles Nesmith, in action at the Houston Track Classic. That picture inspired this week’s jigsaw puzzle.