‘It’s just sad’: Brooks descendants react to museum’s new name
The family was told last spring after the decision was made to change the name, says descendant Vance Lewis.
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October 2023
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Why a UNC football player’s big game allows Memphis fans to dream
After an eligibility battle with the NCAA, UNC football’s Tez Walker was cleared to play earlier this month. During a game on Saturday, he made a statement. Could Memphis' DeAndre Williams soon do the same?
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New Eats: Given Cafe India’s expansive menu, buffet is easiest choice
The menu is enormous, complete with Indian cuisine ranging across the board from North to South, but with a heavy emphasis on the latter.
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The Early Word: MATA considering cuts, a sad goodbye to ‘Brooks’
The Tennessee Attorney General talks, the Memphis election is certified and Tiger hoops is unranked (and that’s OK).
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The Early Word: Mempho coming in May; Alex’s Tavern’s secret to success
A local judge is suspended, MLGW’s new LEDs are lighting up the night and automatic gratuities are here to stay.
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Exclusive: Reprimanded judge talks why she’s been away from the bench
Shelby County Criminal Court 9 Judge Melissa Boyd said she reached an agreement with the Tennessee Board of Judicial Conduct to temporarily step down after complaints and an order of protection were filed against her.
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The tipping point: More restaurants adding auto gratuities
Some local restaurants have added service fees to attract and retain quality workers.
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Excessive force: 30+ incidents in three years at 201 Poplar, records show
The 31 incidents occurred between June 2018 and September 2021, and they involved at least 27 correctional officers.
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Father’s cancer battle can’t stop joy of escorting daughter for homecoming
A father walked his daughter in the homecoming ceremony on Friday at Lewisburg High School, just like so many others across the country. But this escort was different.
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AAC commissioner Mike Aresco discusses talks with Army, more
AAC commissioner Mike Aresco discussed the conference’s future with The Daily Memphian during the league’s media day on Monday.
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The Early Word: Israel-Gaza conflict hits home; Tim Shelton gave 110%
The Mississippi River hits a new all-time low, a Tigers basketball rivalry is brewing and more tacos are coming to Summer Avenue.
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At Alex’s, ‘tavern-keeper’ Rocky believes in good food, good music and treating people right
Early on, people were skeptical of Alex’s having much success on the pie-shaped corner of Jackson and Lyndale avenues. But a little advice from restaurateur Charlie Vergos proved to be true.
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Memphis’ multifamily housing market is ‘leveling off’
“More people are choosing Memphis as other cities have gotten more expensive,” said Mark Fogelman, president of Fogelman Properties.
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Build-your-own sandwich, salad spot heads to Hernando
After the success of Stud Muffins in Southaven, Molly Beth and Trey Jolly are opening a build-your-own salad and sandwich restaurant in Hernando.
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As Memphis flips on LEDs, residents really see the light
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is on track to change all of Memphis’ streetlights to LEDs by year-end, but the project hasn’t been without criticism.
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Buckley: Loss to Tulane leaves Ryan Silverfield sick to his stomach. For more reasons than one.
Another slow start, an ineffective ground game, a weird interception and a low blow all hurt Memphis in Friday’s loss to Tulane.
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Whip-smart intellect, old-school drive propelled Janet Hooks
From the South Parkway-Heiskell Farm Historic District to city hall, she stood her ground and innovated.
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Grizzlies Insider: ‘No animosity’ as several Memphis players compete for rotation minutes
Ziaire Williams and Jake LaRavia said the competition on the wing has been strong this preseason, but there’s no animosity between the players fighting for rotation spots.
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Inside the strategy of a winning mayoral campaign
The On The Record podcast talks to Daniel Deriso and Grif Gray, who helped guide Mayor-elect Paul Young’s successful campaign.
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New mayor wants pandemic-level response to crime
Memphis mayor-elect Paul Young answers questions from The Daily Memphian about his campaign, staffing plans, stadium funding and other issues.
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The Early Word: Music Fest is a no go, and it’s closing time for Doc’s Wine
U of M wants stadium funds ASAP, a new fine-dining spot is coming to South Main and we tell you where to find dim sum for a small sum.
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The Early Word: Young to treat crime like a virus; Tekila replaces Red Hook
Henderson’s lawyer says he won’t get a fair trial with Memphis jurors, locals gather in solidarity around Israel and details emerge on Mikey Williams’ gun charges.
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Inked: Memorial Park cremation facility moves ahead
Earlier this year, Memorial Park’s plans for the facility received significant pushback, particularly among its Jewish neighbors. Plus, an aviation-themed cigar lounge lands a Downtown location.
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Conaway: Who lost those teenagers? We did.
“What weakens our heart and denies our soul destroys us all. What actions taken by the state that threaten the well-being of the least of us, ultimately threaten all of us.”
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Fine dining restaurant to open in former Downtown food-hall space
Fable will be located on the first floor of 409 S. Main St., where Puck Food Hall once was.
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