Calkins: For 50 years, Ron Olson has been keeping us laughing
Ron Olson celebrated 50 years in Memphis radio at the beginning of November. How has he done it? By making us laugh.
Ron Olson celebrated 50 years in Memphis radio at the beginning of November. How has he done it? By making us laugh.
Memphis Tigers linebacker Karmelo Overton collapsed on the field during the second quarter.
Christian Brothers University eliminated 12 vacant positions, plus eight part-time and full-time nonfaculty roles, and some school leaders have taken pay cuts in an effort to regain solid financial footing after being placed on probation.
There seems to be little interest in retaining Quail Ridge as a golf course, so what are the possibilities for the site?
City officials are redoing the tennis courts and adding a new pavilion to Glenview Park, part of a renovation package that promises an enhanced experience for visitors that’s served the neighborhood for more than 75 years.
The admirer who traveled from Atlanta was part of the crowd on Beale Street as a brass note honoring West Tennessee native Tina Turner was unveiled. Two others are also set for the Walk of Fame: author Robert Gordon and the late pianist Berl Olswanger.
The museum team plans on transforming one event space into a STEAM — science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics — exhibition and creating a cityscape in another section. Eventually, leadership has plans for more outdoor spaces.
Two Memphis schools are now several months into their decisions to go completely phone-free during classroom hours. Last week, Candace Echols checked in with both campuses to see how things are going.
The nonprofit that helps sex-trafficking survivors has opened a new shop in Chickasaw Oaks Plaza that will carry the local wildflower honey and honey products. Its new Midtown clinic will expand trauma-informed services to the community.
Under Andy Silvernail, the high-driving new CEO who took over last spring and in September was named board chairman, IP is determined to invest in the most-profitable mills and plants and trim many of the rest.
“Once it opens up, you know, it’s showtime,” said the Tigers combo guard, who finished with a game-high 29 points to go with three assists and three rebounds, with 16 of those points coming after halftime. Memphis brings 2nd-half magic to Las Vegas in road win over UNLVRelated content:
Local Democrats are examining their tactics in a low-turnout presidential general election. Meanwhile, fewer local Republicans voted for President-elect Donald Trump than four years ago even as U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn grew her countywide totals.
IndiaFest Memphis 2024 brought the foods, music and dance of India to Agricenter International and photographer Greg Campbell was on hand Saturday to capture the colorful event, which is presented by the India Association of Memphis.
CBRE and Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Advisors released their quarterly market industrial reports with both showing cautious optimism for the fourth quarter.
Have the Tigers converted him to an American football fan yet?
Jaxson Dart threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Antwane Wells Jr. in the third quarter and Caden Davis kicked five field goals for the Rebels.
Dylan Sampson rushed for a career-high 149 yards and a touchdown to take Tennessee past the Bulldogs. He led the Vols’ offense after quarterback Nico Iamaleava exited with an upper-body injury.
“Rooting for CBU! Hoping this school’s best days are ahead! A strong CBU helps create a strong 901!” — John Carroll about CBU cuts another 20 positions in effort to keep accreditation
“Glad to have you as a Tiger, Ben! Be sure to check out a Tiger basketball game too!” — Verlinda Henning about Memphis student from Ghana attends first American football game
“The human body is not designed to take the torture that Ja gives to his but he is so good at defining gravity. Get well soon.” — Marcus Hopper about Grizzlies issue Ja Morant injury update
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The Daily Memphian food, music and basketball reporter and columnist Chris Herrington joins Eric Barnes on Sound Bites to discuss his areas of expertise.
The forum will address juvenile crime, bail, truancy and other factors with speakers including representatives from the Memphis Police Department, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, General Sessions Court and the school system.
Fifth Third Bank, Memphis Music Initiative announce an addition and promotions.
Here are today’s sudoku puzzles.
This week’s crossword puzzle is inspired by musical performances scheduled for the Memphis area this month.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office will hold a press conference Tuesday, Nov. 12, to discuss the arrests.
The United States is Canada’s largest trade partner. Ships loaded with containers for now are waiting offshore.
Memphis Tigers linebacker Karmelo Overton collapsed on the field during the second quarter.
Wild Beet Salad Co. is on the hunt for a new retail space, Elise Desserts Co. finds warehouse space and the old Mellow Mushroom at Park Avenue and White Station Road will become a Bojangles.
Wesley Wright finished his term as Lakeland commissioner Thursday night, but his departure from the board could be temporary if he follows through with a run for mayor some day.
Opening this month: “The Wizard of Oz,” “A Motown Christmas,” “Peter Pan,” “Who’s Holiday,” “Parallel Lives” and more.
“When patients meet with me on the edge of or amid crisis, my job is to help them to see that among the broken pieces, something remains. Often, that is the choice to let go.”
On this week’s “Behind The Headlines,” Toby Sells, news editor for The Memphis Flyer, and reporter Abigail Warren of The Daily Memphian joined Eric Barnes to talk about the election.
Can you solve this week’s word search?
The 2021 decision to rebrand to the Memphis Museums of Science & History was met with some blowback from longtime citizens. Now, Memphis Museums Inc. leaders are trying to manage confusion about its brand and locations.