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Early voting's last day could see higher turnout than 2022

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:53:22 -0500

Thursday is the final day to vote early in the Shelby County primaries ahead of the May 5 Election Day.

Redbirds recap: Memphis splits double-header with Indianapolis

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:10:25 -0500

The second game was added to Wednesday’s schedule after the first game of the series was rained out Tuesday, April 28.

5 must-see concerts in May

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:09:07 -0500

May is a notable month for music in Memphis.

Blackburn, Rose call to ‘flip Memphis' in wake of Supreme Court ruling

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:37:48 -0500

The calls to eliminate Tennessee’s only Democratic-held U.S. House seat follow Wednesday’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling that changes the Civil Rights Act standards for drawing legislative districts.

Can the GOP Memphis schools takeover be stopped? Local leaders weigh the district’s options.

bhatch@chalkbeat.org (Bri Hatch) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:52:03 -0500

Since Tennessee Republicans passed the takeover bill last week, community response has been muted. Some say that’s because there’s no recourse, but a district lawsuit could be on the horizon.

Josh Holloway commits to Memphis

johnmartinmemphis@gmail.com (John Martin) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:48:51 -0500

Holloway, a Memphis native, picked the Tigers over Missouri and West Virginia. The 6-foot-1 guard averaged 4.6 points and 1.8 assists per game.

TSWA names all-state bowling team

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:24:03 -0500

St. Benedict, Harding bowlers recognized by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association.

Daily Jigsaw: The Power of Girls

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:05 -0500

Today’s puzzle is from the Power of Girls camp and was taken by Wes Hale.

Daily WordRow: April 29

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:04 -0500

Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.

Sudoku: April 29

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:04 -0500

Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.

Movers & Shakers: Baptist adds cancer doctor, moving company promotes from within

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:38:13 -0500

Baptist Memorial Health Care, The Armstrong Company and Patterson Bray Attorneys announce additions and promotions.

MSCS board meets under shadow of state takeover

Ltestino@dailymemphian.com (Laura Testino) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:11:08 -0500

The board talked about charter schools, contracts and a response to the state audit at what may have been the final meeting before a state oversight board is appointed.

Council hangs up over length of leases for city-owned properties

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:00:04 -0500

The sticking point is language that encouraged the administration to try to negotiate leases for terms of five years for projects like the Children’s Museum of Memphis and the new Metal Museum.

City Council goes behind closed doors to talk MPD's No Kings response

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:26:04 -0500

Council member Jerri Green said she wasn’t told why the items were removed from discussion but said an outside investigation of MPD may be needed.

Wind, rain, hail hit Memphis; flooding possible

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:12:45 -0500

A line of thunderstorms bringing strong wind gusts, an inch of rain and even the possibility of a tornado hit Memphis Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Memphis Movies This Week: ‘The Devil Wears Prada,’ ‘Hairspray’

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:22:24 -0500

From one commercial sure-shot (“Michael”) to another: This week brings the 20-years-later sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” which returns the four main players and director from 2006’s catty comedy hit.

Tigers on the prowl: Memphis athletic department is going on tour

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:46:54 -0500

A panel of Tigers coaches and administrators will be in Memphis and the surrounding areas to interact with fans, give updates on the teams and more.

Appeals court deals blow to lawsuit challenging National Guard

hardiman@dailymemphian.com (Samuel Hardiman) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:18:26 -0500

The court said plaintiffs lacked standing to bring the challenge of the guard’s deployment.

Daily Memphian wrestling awards: Three grapplers share top honor

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:07:55 -0500

State champions from Arlington, CBHS and Houston lead the way for 2026.

Daily Jigsaw: Minerals and gems

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:02 -0500

Today’s puzzle is a display of crystals at the Memphis Mineral, Fossil and Gem Show and was taken by Greg Campbell.