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Businesses scramble to adjust as $6M makeover closes Front Street

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:00:08 -0500

The iconic Front Street Deli is among the businesses struggling with the loss of pedestrian traffic as the city closes the street in preparation for the December opening of Memphis Art Museum.

Congressional Democrats show support for Justin J. Pearson

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:09:02 -0500

U.S. Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, and Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, headlined the “Get Out the Vote Rally.”

Voter Guide: Shelby County general, federal primary election

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:49:00 -0500

To help readers make an informed decision, this guide provides an introduction to the more than 150 candidates on the various ballots.

Ready. Set. Vote.

jdonahoe@dailymemphian.com (Jane Donahoe) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:30:44 -0500

Here’s a rundown to help you with the what, when and where of voting in the 2026 August elections.

North Memphis manufactured home park wins approval despite flooding concerns

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 14:30:58 -0500

The planned development, Memphis Jazz, is located across from one of UMH’s existing developments, Memphis Blues.

Mound-ing frustrations: Orange Mound town hall ends early after disruptions

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:50:21 -0500

Initially billed as an opportunity for residents to connect with local resources and hear from top public safety officials, the event was cut short after repeated outbursts from the crowd.

Memphis Classic exhibition lineup set

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:06:32 -0500

The Memphis Classic, being played July 25-Aug. 2 at Leftwich Tennis Center, announced the event’s lineup for its special exhibition night, which will take place July 25 to kick off the Classic.

Nearly renovated Liberty Stadium is bringing the party — plaza

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 8 Jul 2026 05:40:48 -0500

Memphis athletic director Ed Scott gave a tour of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium as it completes a $226.5 million makeover, including details on how fans can visit its latest addition.

Red, white and the blues: World Cup fans gather for US vs Belgium

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Tue, 7 Jul 2026 06:05:11 -0500

Soccer fans gathered at AutoZone Park for a free watch party, hoping to witness the United States Men’s National Team advance in the 2026 World Cup. Instead, they watched history repeat itself.

$15 Deal: The Beauty Shop's Thai Cobb salad

gedriver25@gmail.com (Gracie Driver) — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 17:16:42 -0500

The Thai Cobb salad was one of The Daily Memphian’s late food writer Jennifer Biggs’ favorite things.

It's going to be brutally hot this weekend, and that could be dangerous

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Wed, 1 Jul 2026 17:19:35 -0500

With the heat index possibly reaching 110 this weekend, officials suggest taking precautions.

Overton Park Conservancy charts future for the ‘people’s park’

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:15:13 -0500

The conservancy is asking for the public’s opinions on renderings of a new pavilion near Rainbow Lake, as well as options for improving the playground and boardwalk.

Get ready for a rash of hot days

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:11:23 -0500

The heat index is likely to climb as high as 107 this week. So take the kids to a splash pad to cool off, stay hydrated and check on your elderly friends and neighbors as temperatures soar.

Scrum-believable: After years without a home field, Memphis Inner City Rugby puts down permanent roots

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:56:25 -0500

After years of away games and borrowed park grass, Memphis Inner City Rugby celebrated the grand opening of its permanent $1.1 million home field complex in South Memphis.

$15 Deal: Castle's chicken plate

jennifer@cookwithjennifer.com (Jennifer Chandler) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:36:06 -0500

One bite of the food, and one feels like royalty.

Memphis Art Museum will have free admission for Shelby County residents

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:38:29 -0500

There’s an opening date set for the Memphis Art Museum. And when it opens, it will welcome locals to a bigger gallery space, a sculpture garden, a rooftop walking path and more for free.

Echols: A celebration of architecture — right here in Memphis

candaceecholswrites@gmail.com (Candace Echols) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:46:31 -0500

“It felt as if someone was whispering good secrets to the rest of the world about my home, and I was the one caught unaware. Sure enough, that’s precisely what has been happening for about a decade now.”

Frayser high has a name — but it won’t be the only new school for the neighborhood

Ltestino@dailymemphian.com (Laura Testino) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:48:09 -0500

Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members settled on a name for the district’s new high school in Frayser. Neighborhood charter school Libertas is also set to expand into high school grades.

Camp aims to build confidence in kids born with limb differences

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:33:34 -0500

Organizers hope the Step Up Squad Adaptive Camp for children born with limb differences will spur self-confidence, friendship and fun.

Flyway completes Tom Lee Park transformation

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:24:48 -0500

The 220-foot-long boardwalk two years in the making offers an elevated view of the Mississippi River just beyond the edge of Tom Lee Park.