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The Daily Memphian’s voter guide should provide you with everything you need for the “who.” Here’s a rundown to help you with the what, when and where.Related content:
SpaceXAI leases large Southaven warehouse
The transaction is the latest in a series of leases that have given DeSoto County, and the overall Memphis industrial market, multiple quarters of positive absorption.
Millington pauses new data center applications for six months
Officials say they want zoning rules in place before a large-scale computing facility is proposed.
Man dies during Memphis Safe Task Force traffic stop
A man was found unresponsive during a traffic stop made by Memphis Safe Task Force Officers. The cause of death has not been determined yet.
Vigils held for 5 deaths in officer-involved car crash
Two vigils were held on back-to-back nights to honor five young people killed in a crash involving Memphis police officers.
David Hatley tops latest campaign finance reports in race for Tennessee governor
New campaign finance reports filed this week show independent candidate for Tennessee governor David Hatley’s self-financed campaign is up to $12 million.
On Tapp for the Tigers: What’s been happening to the Memphis edge rusher ‘has been borderline criminal’
Edge rusher J’Mond Tapp has been making his presence known to opponents of the Memphis Tigers.
Nutrition Bar Memphis still open despite car in shop
“Nope! It’s not AI,” Nutrition Bar Memphis posted on social media after a car crashed into its Poplar Avenue shopping center.
U of M has highest rate of students passing bar exam in more than a decade
The U of M law school posted its highest bar-passage numbers in more than a decade, but school officials are aiming higher.
Bartlett names Oct. 13 for ‘Greybeard’ Sanders, advances Innovation Park
The Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen honors 91-year-old Appalachian Trail record holder and approves $131,479 for Innovation Park.
ALO Yoga confirms Southaven fulfillment and distribution center
ALO, a fashion and lifestyle brand, will invest nearly $176 million and create 400 jobs at a national fulfillment and distribution center in Southaven.
Table Talk: How Dunkin’ and BWW Go go together
Ever since Sophia Surrett first heard that Buffalo Wild Wings Go would share space with Dunkin’ on Poplar Avenue, she’s been intrigued to see how the two concepts work in one building.
Marriott extended-stay hotel opens first Memphis-area location
StudioRes by Marriott opens as Memphis sees an influx of both contractors spurred by SpaceXAI’s local growth and law enforcement officials as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force.
Week 9 high school football preview: Central looks to remain unbeaten
MUS visits Crump Stadium looking to get back on track after a loss to Brentwood Academy.
Nov. 3 midterm voter guide
Voters are preparing to head back to the polls for the federal midterm elections Tuesday, Nov. 3. The Daily Memphian’s voter guide includes an introduction to the candidates on the ballot.Related content:
Here’s what to know about ballot amendments
Voters statewide will consider three constitutional amendments, while Memphis voters face three additional charter questions. House districts 84 and 93 also have unusual races.
‘Kindness, warmth, and grace’: Friends, family remember war vet and ‘Wonders’ series leader Jon Thompson
Jon Thompson, the distinguished war veteran and business executive who oversaw the historical “Wonders” series in the 1990s and early 2000s, has died. He was 87.
As teacher turnover climbs in Memphis, lower-performing schools face a deepening staffing crisis
According to state data, in 2024, nearly 20% of educators resigned from Tennessee’s largest school district compared with around 12% statewide.
Grizzlies coaching preview: Is Memphis ready to turn the ship?
The question is whether that ship is finally headed somewhere.
More than 3K show up to Memphis Madness Zoo Hoops
More than 3,500 fans gathered at the Memphis Zoo to support the men’s and women’s basketball teams ahead of the upcoming season.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Great news!” — Sam Coates about U of M has highest rate of students passing bar exam in more than a decade
“Left Lane has every appearance of being a successful company in the exact genre they are working in. The Falls Building is a major historic building, very well-located a block from U of M Law and Memphis Museum. This is a project worthy of the abatement extension.” — Mike Todd about Falls Building gets 20-year tax freeze
“THANK YOU for doing this!” — Jay Hines about Nov. 3 midterm voter guide
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Turbulent political season arrives at last election of 2026
Normally sleepy congressional races have become the center of attention.
High school football statistical leaders through Week 8 games
Here are the Memphis-area high school football stat leaders in rushing, passing, receiving and scoring through week 8 games.
Sudoku: Oct. 14
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 14
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Mempho Fest rocks
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of South Memphis Jeff performing on Day 1 of Mempho Music Festival.
Metro
51 years ago, someone murdered Stax drummer Al Jackson Jr. But no one has ever been charged.
Fifty-one years after the murder of the legendary Stax drummer Al Jackson Jr., new information has surfaced about a killing that remains intertwined with the history of the famed record company, its musicians, and a distant era in Memphis.
Premium City of Memphis An obscure board and the clearest evidence yet the Grizzlies plan to stay
Premium Metro Ask the Memphian: Will the Memphis Zoo ever have pandas again?
Premium Public Safety Attorneys dealing with double the criminal cases a year after the Task Force’s arrival
Premium City of Memphis ‘Temporary parking lots everywhere’ — councilwoman calls for solution to SpaceXAI traffic
Business
From vacant to haunted: How Spirit Halloween pops up in Memphis-area storefronts each fall
Behind the seasonal magic is months of planning, scouting and scheming, all leading to the moment an empty storefront reopens as a fully stocked Halloween shop that announces All Hallows' Eve has arrived.
Premium Health Care ‘The way medicine is practiced these days’: Outpatient surgery centers keep growing as patients seek same-day care
Premium Business Local CEOs build houses for Memphis Habitat
Premium Business Brunswick’s railyard ties continue to shape community today
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Memphis attorney to lead national law firm
Sports
Buckley: Charles Huff thinks he has ‘the best job in America.’ It’s why the Tigers coach gets so fired up.
Huff is flying high, his Memphis Tigers 5-1 heading into an American Conference tussle with Tulane in New Orleans.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The more Cam Boozer plays, the easier it is for Grizzlies fans to dream big
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Monday recap: Tigers continue to roll with another blowout win
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Buckley: They did what was needed. Now the Tigers must do more. Much more. And they need help. Much help.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football ‘It’s a new day’: Huff has his eyes on a trophy bigger than Battle for the Bones
Food
What to Order: Bao Toan’s papaya salad and sea bass
The ingredients are simple, but it is evident that Bao Toan uses only the best at its Crosstown Concourse restaurant.
Premium Food News New cafe to open beside East Memphis’ One City Church
Food News Pat Neely back with another barbecue show
Suburbs
Republican and Democrat seek open seat on Collierville Schools board
Republican Mike Ebbs and Democrat Jason Morrison are seeking the open seat due to Wanda Chism’s retirement.
North Mississippi Data center debate causes tensions to flare at Walls Town Hall
Collierville Collierville passes e-bike rules
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Quark stages Pulitzer finalist ‘Thom Pain’
Tony Isbell stars in and directs Will Eno’s 75-minute monologue at TheatreWorks at the Evergreen, and Germantown Community Theatre sets Louisa May Alcott’s story inside Jo March’s attic.
Premium Music 2 Memphis college programs named to Billboard’s top music-business schools
Arts & Culture Memphis students bring 1963 civil rights case to federal courthouse exhibit
Opinion
Opinion: ‘What would it mean to extend mercy to someone like Christa Pike?’
“Pike deserves to be held accountable for murder. Nothing about mercy diminishes her victim’s life or her loved ones’ loss. But it is hard to believe Tennesseans would be safer if the state once again tries to kill Pike.”
Podcasts
Calkins: Mayor Paul Young on data centers, the Grizzlies, his favorite place in the city — and why he’s taking a fresh approach to media
Memphis Mayor Paul Young is the first guest on the Geoff Calkins Podcast. Why? “It is intentional for me,” he said. “I want people to understand I’m not ducking, dodging any question or any issue.”
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Brunswick Rail Yard
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Norris Ann Griffin showing the historic photos used to restore the old dining tables at Brunswick Rail Yard.