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Hormel Foods plans distribution center in Southaven, adds 120 jobs
The company, with brands including Spam, Skippy, Applegate and Planters, will open a 280,000-square-foot facility at 8690 Tulane Road.
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Real Estate XAI building new data center in Whitehaven
It sits a few hundred yards from the Tennessee Valley Authority Southaven Combined Cycle Plant. The plant will provide a power source for the energy-intensive data center.
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Food NewsFood Files: New plans for Happy Mexican; JoJo’s Espresso opens new location
Memphis is getting a new happy place. Plus, a local bakery is on pause after a fire broke out.
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Transportation & Logistics Spring break to bring almost 50,000 people through Memphis airport
The busiest days will be Friday, Sunday and Monday, with more than 10,000 passengers passing through the security checkpoint.
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Transportation & Logistics Spirit Airlines launches nonstop flights between Memphis and Fort Lauderdale
Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority officials said daily flights will be offered until April 10 when they will decrease to three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
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BusinessA record move: Vinyl distributor coming to Memphis
Independent record label Light in the Attic Records, which sells directly to hundreds of record stores and retailers worldwide, is set to open a warehouse facility in Memphis.
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Business Memphis-area chemical innovator obtained by Chicago investment firm
Buckman operates six manufacturing hubs, has more than 1,300 employees and serves customers in more than 90 countries.
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Transportation & Logistics Nonstop Cancún flights return to Memphis this summer
With the nonstop flight, Memphians have access to six-night vacation packages to resorts in Cancún, Riviera Maya and Costa Mujeres.
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Business ABB Electrification to invest $120 million in Selmer, Senatobia
In 2024, ABB’s revenue in the U.S. was $9 billion, more than a quarter of the ABB Group’s total. The company, present in all 50 states, has 17,000 employees and 40 facilities nationwide.
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Business Memphis businesswomen say ‘Yes, and’ approach is key to success
At the Women and Business seminar, three local women highlight the importance of seizing opportunity. “You say, ‘Yes, and;’ quit playing off your back foot, and get on your front foot.”
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Real EstateMemphis office market sees a ‘flight to quality’
The Memphis office market is starting to gain momentum again since the pandemic. But the tenants are more picky.
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Business The Peabody Memphis to start $18M renovation in early March
Built in 1925 and reopened in 1981 after Belz Enterprises restored the hotel, The Peabody’s general manager said they are constantly renovating and upgrading all elements of the historic building.
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BusinessChamber Chairman’s Circle leader wants ‘unified voice’ for Memphis
Newly appointed chairman of the Greater Memphis Chamber Chairman’s Circle Mike Keeney said he believes if Memphians can work together, “we can create a place where people want to live.”
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Food NewsFood Files: Shawarma King open, Raising Cane’s in Memphis and more
Raising Cane’s will go in a former Red Lobster, Shawarma King is open for dine-in, to go and events and the Grecian Gourmet Kitchen opens to the public.
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Real EstateMemphis hotel industry struggles to get back to pre-pandemic numbers
Memphis hospitality industry professionals said they hope for a more positive 2025.
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Food NewsLucchesi’s heads back to grocery stores
Though Lucchesi’s used to sell its products in grocery stores, a USDA rule change several years ago forced the company to pull its casseroles from stores. But now they are back with a full line, new partners and plans for growth.
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DowntownMemphis Downtown Sheraton could get different hotel brand
The hotel attached to the Renasant Convention Center might become a Marriott once renovations are complete.
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Food NewsFood Files: Brookhaven Circle space to become special event venue
Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman’s Enjoy A|M Restaurant Group is expanding again.
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Real EstateInked: Broad Avenue Gateway first phase breaks ground, second phase in planning
The Broad Avenue Gateway development first phase has started construction and second phase is in the design phase. A Whitehaven warehouse has been sold.
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City of MemphisHere’s what xAI could use 552 acres for
Last year, xAI agreed to lease 552 acres from the Economic Development Growth Engine. For months, it has been unclear what plans xAI had for the land.
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Transportation & Logistics Memphis airport open, flight schedules could be affected
Crews are focusing on preventing ice and snow buildup on runways and taxiways while also clearing ramps, service roads, terminal roadways and more.
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Real EstateWell-known philanthropist spearheads ‘Front Porch’ for Walnut Grove
The Front Porch will be an interfaith center at Second Baptist Church.
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Food NewsFood Files: New Uncle Lou’s to open by end of month
Plus, Kura House opens in the former Bhan Thai restaurant and where in Memphis to get a plate of baby shower eats.
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Germantown Andrew Michael confirm new Germantown restaurant
The new restaurant will be able to seat up to 200 guests, and chefs Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer said it will differ from their former New Orleans restaurant of the same name.
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Business Blow Pops maker to invest $98M and create 60+ jobs in Tipton County
Charms, a subsidiary of Tootsie Roll Industries, will employ almost 500 employees after the expansion is complete.
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