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:
Box score: Memphis 41, East Carolina 34 (OT)
NCAA college football box score for Thursday’s game between the Memphis Tigers and East Carolina Pirates at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.”
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.
Memphis restaurants earn Michelin nods for second year in a row
This year, a Cooper-Young restaurant was recommended.
$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.
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.
Spending in MSCS-takeover suit nears county’s limit
A Shelby County Board of Commissioners decision to continue funding the litigation could coincide with a major milestone in the Chancery Court case.
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.
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.
Oak Court Mall demolition enters next phase
Crews have been working to demolish the former Macy’s portion of the Poplar Avenue property this year, and are moving on to the main mall building.
What Daily Memphians think*
“One win does not a season make but it sure was fun watching the Grizzlies win and play so well tonight.” — Robert Royal about Calkins: The Grizzlies aim to win back the city. They got off to a sensational start.
“Bottom line, that was fun to watch! Actual basketball for 48 minutes.” — George Vogel about Herrington: Iisalo’s vision, Jerome’s explosion and real basketball returned to FedExForum
“Fantastic night in the FedExForum. Welcome back Grizzlies.” — Mark Mitchell about Grizzlies, Ty Jerome make statement in season opener
*Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 22
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Daily Jigsaw: Like father, like daughter
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Katie Barrett that was taken by Mark Weber.
Metro
David Hatley talks MSCS, data centers at Memphis campaign stop
Hatley admonished the state’s ballooning budget and opposed deploying the Memphis Safe Task Force, saying the real issue plaguing Memphis was an underfunded police department.
Premium Elections Early voting’s first four days shadow 2018 trend
Premium Spirit of Memphis Reuben Brunson wants a Litter Box in every home in America
City of Memphis City Council votes down indefinite data center pause
City of Memphis City Council asks ICE, National Guard to leave Memphis
Business
Musk spends ‘4 days a week’ in Memphis as SpaceXAI’s presence continues to grow
The parent company of SpaceXAI announced its third-quarter earnings as its founder and CEO spoke about operations at its local data centers.
Premium Business Memphis tax abatement could pull industrial user from DeSoto County
Premium Health Care A new Millington VA clinic is providing care. But veterans and officials say rural access remains vital.
Premium Real Estate Can state tax credits bridge the multimillion dollar gap for Memphis’ historic landmarks?
Premium Real Estate Inked: Central Lofts, home sales numbers and a Collierville car wash
Sports
Memphis vs. ECU: What to know for Tigers’ Thursday night game
Memphis will play host to East Carolina as it looks to bounce back from a loss at Tulane.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Bad blood between Penny Hardaway and UT’s Rick Barnes? Memphis coach sets record straight.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Hill: Cam Boozer won’t demand the attention, but his debut is a ‘big deal’
High School Sports Houston wins region girls soccer title against Collierville
Sports Memphis hires new track and cross country coach
Food
Table Talk: Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Old Whitten Tavern
When people ask why their patty melt is called the Bonnie Melt, owner Angelia Filka always replies, “Bonnie did it better.”
Premium Reviews What to Order: The Bar-B-Q Shop’s glazed ribs
Premium Bartlett Everybody knows your name at Old Whitten Tavern
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
Premium North Mississippi DeSoto County moves toward banning kratom sales
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: 2 Tony Award-winning shows open
One is a musical based on the real jam session at Sun Records, while another play, pre-dating the COVID pandemic, explores vaccination debates at a school.
Chris Herrington Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar-winning Brit actresses, ‘Everything’ expands
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.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Councilman Spinosa says ‘Memphis has been given a false choice on data centers. There’s a better way.’
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: The season is here
Hill and Herrington take the rare chance to break down the game’s matchups and potential keys for the intriguing opener.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Meet the new Muddy’s Bake Shop owners
Games
Daily Jigsaw: 100 years of green and gold
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Booker T. Washington High centennial parade that was taken by Mark Weber.