Buckley: They did what was needed. Now the Tigers must do more. Much more. And they need help. Much help.
At the halftime point of the 2026 season, good isn’t good enough for Memphis Tigers coach Charles Huff.
County Commission will take up data center moratorium of its own
The Shelby County Commission will take a first vote on a data center moratorium. It comes as the Memphis City Council is considering a similar proposal.
New cafe to open beside East Memphis’ One City Church
“The Hub (inside Mission Church) was proof of concept,” said Breadie’s co-owner Chris Conlee said. “It proved this works.”
This Week in Memphis: Basketball party and a new baseball field
Also happening this week: It’s fall break week for all public schools, the Grizzlies wrap up their preseason.
Second-half surge helps Tigers win Battle for the Bones against UAB
The Battle for the Bones between the Memphis Tigers and the UAB Blazers started off close before the Tigers pulled away in the second half to avenge last year’s loss at UAB. ‘It’s a new day:’ Huff has his eyes on a trophy bigger than Battle for the BonesRelated content:
‘It’s a new day:’ Huff has his eyes on a trophy bigger than Battle for the Bones
“I came here for one trophy,” Memphis coach Charles Huff said. “Until I get it, I’m not touching another trophy.”
Memphis ‘mega docket’ immigration court is booming
The scale of the Memphis Immigration Court’s “mega master docket” is clear right away — and it’s part of a national shift in immigration policy.
The path was slow and frustrating. But a new American citizen says it was worth it.
Now Carmen Hunter works at Latino Memphis, helping others overcome the challenges she once faced. “I always think, ‘What could have been if we’d stayed in Mexico?’ I don’t think I would have lived as well as I have here.”
Three Memphis basketball questions heading into media days
As American Conference media days approach, we ask: How big of a season is this for Penny Hardaway? How well will the roster mesh? Will the Tigers live and die by 3-point shooting?
Good music and dusty shoes: Local musicians take center stage at Mempho festival
Local acts Degenerate Breakfast and Zoë Dominguez brought incredible energy to the Mempho Music Festival stage on Friday as attendees braved the dust for a great day of live music.
5C Group says it plans to quadruple power at its Memphis data center with fuel cell technology
5C Group is bringing the next generation of power to its Memphis data center through hydrogen power and officials discuss the company’s future in Memphis.
Brunswick’s railyard ties continue to shape community today
Once a bustling railway depot, today the quiet community tucked just outside of Bartlett and Lakeland is still home to a resilient commercial district.
MPD officers shoot, critically injure man during chase
Officials said two officers returned fire after a suspect shot at them during a foot chase.
Tennessee’s Teacher of the Year is from Sycamore Elementary in Collierville
When Collierville High teacher Brandi De La Cruz was named Tennessee Teacher of the Year in 2025, it was a first for the municipal school system. Now a second Collierville educator has claimed the honor.
Local CEOs build houses for Memphis Habitat
Like all Memphis Habitat homes, the homes built during the CEO Build event will be sold to local homebuyers through the nonprofit’s affordable mortgage program.
Ole Miss routs Vanderbilt behind 4 combined TDs from Trinidad Chambliss
Trinidad Chambliss threw for 213 yards and three touchdowns and ran for another score as Ole Miss routed Vanderbilt 52-17 on Saturday.
Tennessee rallies in 4th quarter to beat Arkansas 24-17
George MacIntyre threw for 247 yards and a touchdown in his first career start; DeSean Bishop ran for 138 yards, and No. 15 Tennessee rallied in the fourth quarter to beat Arkansas 24-17 on Saturday.
Opinion: What’s to become of old-school moderate Democrats?
“The obvious rift between Steve Cohen and Justin Pearson reflects a larger national divide between an older Democratic tradition and a rising — and increasingly radicalized — progressive movement.”
Maxey: ‘Life’s unceasing flow through time is a reality we sometimes forget’
“I try to remind myself daily to have purpose behind whatever I do, to make the day count. For starters, that’s how I give thanks for the miracle of simply being here.”
Echols: ‘What we take in, be it book or bite, will inevitably impact how we live.’
“What knowledge is obsolete, what knowledge is rock solid, and who — pray tell — is qualified to make such distinctions?”
What Daily Memphians think*
“Tony Isbell is the only actor that I know who can perform a one-man show & thoroughly entertain! Such a talented man.” — Bill Carrier about Arts Beat: Quark stages Pulitzer finalist ‘Thom Pain’
“Whatever changes were made at halftime really worked; different attitude, different team. Defense stepped up, offense got into rhythm & everyone had an outstanding second half. Congratulations to all. GTG!!!” — Mike Hanna about Second-half surge helps Tigers win Battle for the Bones against UAB
“I can’t wrap my head around why obtaining a green card is so hard and so expensive.” — Kim Shumate about The path was slow and frustrating. But a new American citizen says it was worth it.
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New MSCS board leaders say they won’t let the state takeover overshadow student needs
Tamarques Porter and Sable Otey, two MSCS board members recently elected as this year’s chair and vice chair respectively, say they’re confident they can weather the storm.
Movers & Shakers: Rhodes professor wins award for poetry
Also in this week’s roundup: a new investment banker at Red Door Wealth Management and a new communications manager in the Shelby County Assessor’s Office.
Sudoku: Oct. 11
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 11
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Daily Jigsaw: Break the ice breakers
Today’s puzzle features thousands of Ice Breakers at the Memphis Hershey plant. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.
Metro
MLGW proposes gas and water rate hikes for 2027 and beyond
Memphis Light, Gas and Water CEO Doug McGowen said none of the proposed utility increases “have anything to do with the increased costs of operation because of data centers.”
Public Safety Wrongful-conviction case of alleged killer delayed
City of Memphis City Council passes tentative zoning for data centers
Shelby County Assessor says SpaceXAI, data centers need new tax code
Premium Spirit of Memphis East Parkway water guy back selling drinks to thirsty drivers
Business
OUTMemphis breaks ground on new $12M HQ
Molly Quinn, CEO of OUTMemphis, said the new center will be a “bedrock of the diversity” of the LGBTQ+ community in Memphis and the Mid-South.
Real Estate 100 N. Main has $13M to $14M money gap, developer says
Premium Health Care UTHSC, elected officials break ground on new $350M College of Medicine building
Premium Real Estate Data centers had little impact on Memphis home prices, assessor reports
Spirit of Memphis When it comes to Joel Hobson, ‘you can’t find a better example of a family man and a man of faith’
Sports
Boozer shines, Edey ramps up as Grizzlies preseason continues
Rookie Cameron Boozer continued his eye-opening preseason, back-from-injury center Zach Edey increased his workload and the Grizzlies took another look at candidates for the team’s final roster spots. Related content:
High School Sports Southwind takes top spot in Region 8 with win over Whitehaven
High School Sports Final day of state golf one for MUS record book
Premium Spirit of Memphis Flat Stanley gets to tour Memphis with a Grizzlies star
High School Sports Friday prep report: Top-ranked Briarcrest loses first game of the season
Food
Recipe Exchange: Bari’s orecchiette alla Pugliese
Like the nonnas in Bari, Italy, the team at Bari, the restaurant, make the orecchiette pasta by hand. But you don’t have to.
Premium Germantown Food Files: Are you HungryAF? This restaurant is for you
Suburbs
Millington recommends candidate for police chief
After a search to replace Chief Chris Stokes, Millington has chosen a former deputy chief with the Memphis Police Department.
Premium Real Estate Bartlett commission favors next phase of Union Depot, frowns on new homes
Arts & Culture
Good music and dusty shoes: Local musicians take center stage at Mempho festival
Local acts Degenerate Breakfast and Zoë Dominguez brought incredible energy to the Mempho Music Festival stage on Friday as attendees braved the dust for a great day of live music.
Premium Arts & Culture John Beifuss wanted to be a zookeeper. As Memphis’ last full-time film critic, he sort of got his wish.
Opinion
Opinion: GOP hopefuls in Tennessee remain in the driver’s seat. But some are failing the likability test.
“A clean Republican sweep in Tennessee, while still likely, is no longer an automatic slam dunk.”
Podcasts
Kuhn says Kustoff is vulnerable in reelection bid
Heidi Kuhn, 8th Congressional District Democratic nominee, discusses her challenge of Republican incumbent David Kustoff on ‘Behind The Headlines.’
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Let’s get Gussied Up
Today’s puzzle is the interior of Gussied Up, the retro-inspired bar behind Hard Times Delicatessen in the Edge District. Mark Weber took the photo.