The former Firestone site is a brownfield. Does it matter?
Proponents of a plan to move the Shelby County Jail to the former Firestone plant say the site’s status as a brownfield is a positive for the project.
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August 2025
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Former executive chef at Houston’s opening new restaurant
“Approachable fine dining is the way that I would describe it because it’s not stuffy. We want it to be personable.”
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Projecting the Tigers’ most impactful transfers, breakout player of the year
Which transfers will be the most impactful Memphis Tigers football offensive and defensive addition? Which returnee will have the best breakout season?
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The Early Word: Another Smith for FedEx board, more booze in Collierville
MSCS has offers for Elvis’ alma mater, county commissioners aren’t locked in on a new jail and a former Tiger is suspended for fighting.
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After 40 years, beer rules are changing in Collierville
Updated laws change where alcohol can be sold and how many liquor stores are allowed in Collierville, but some business owners had concerns.
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Breaking down the Tigers football’s depth chart
The Tigers released their first depth chart of the 2025 season. Part of the two-deep was expected, but one omission raised eyebrows.
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If elected to FedEx board, count on Richard Smith for legacy, family vote
Analysts expect the younger Smith will have no difficulty being elected as the 13th member of what has long been a 12-member FedEx board.
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Why are the Tigers hosting walk-on tryouts this close to the season opener?
Some fans were alarmed when the Memphis football account posted on social media last Saturday — a week before the home season opener — that Memphis is holding walk-on tryouts for defensive backs.
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Martin: Memphis football breaks through, and more Week 1 college football predictions
“Now that we’ve officially reached Week 1 of the college football season, here’s a heads up on what’s going to happen in 2025.”
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Calkins: The Grizzlies want to stay in Memphis. Let’s make it easy for them.
The Grizzlies lease negotiations are nerve-wracking. What is a Memphian to think?
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Ask the Memphian: Where did all those tiger statues come from?
Done in 2012 as a means to raise funds and awareness of the University of Memphis Alumni Association, the 100 fancifully painted tiger statues spread around the city have become part of our everyday lives.
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Lease-to-own jail? Local plan remains uncertain but happened elsewhere
Shelby County is considering a public-private partnership to build a new jail at North Memphis’ former Firestone site. Here’s why.
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Public service in a new way: Former acting U.S. Attorney talks new gig
Former acting U.S. Attorney Reagan Fondren is serving the public in a new way and from a new office.
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The Early Word: ‘Liza’s run’ is on, Firestone site eyes criminal future
Pierogies and opera hit the Memphis streets, where 100 fiberglass Tigers already prowl.
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Northwest Mississippi Community College nursing students ace test, but can they fix bigger problem?
Northwest has enhanced its nursing program to encourage more students to enter the profession at a time of decline.
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Halinka’s Polish food truck is tried and tested
A former market researcher has realized her dream of opening a food truck and is serving authentic Polish sauerkraut, beets, kielbasa and pierogi.
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Suburban schools dial up cellphone restrictions
A new state law forced school districts to implement new policies for students’ cellphones and other personal devices.
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What to order: Chai’s Halal’s Shawarma sandwich
Chai’s Halal is a blend of Asian, Mediterranean and Mexican flavors, and it can be found all over Memphis.
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Tommy Fleetwood wins Tour Championship for first PGA Tour title
Fleetwood was in contention to get his first PGA Tour win at the FedEx St. Jude Championship a few weeks ago, but struggled over the final holes, finishing in a tie for third. Justin Rose defeated J.J. Spaun in a playoff to win the FESJC.
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Arts Beat: New Overton Park Shell project is a walk of art
When going to the Overton Park Shell, you’re gonna want to take the scenic route.
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In buckle of ‘Stroke Belt', a young doctor wants to get students interested in the brain
Dr. Balaji Krishnaiah is trying to get local med students, college students and even high school students interested in neurology to help combat the Memphis neurology desert.
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Redbirds recap: Taylor has strong outing, but Memphis falls to Gwinnett
Memphis starting pitcher Curtis Taylor pitched 7 innings and only allowed two unearned runs, but the Redbirds lost, 4-2, Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
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More homes are coming to Bartlett
The city’s director of planning and economic development cites the Union Depot mixed-use project as the largest contributor to both the single-family and apartment unit totals.
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Popular pizza place opening new U of M location
A Nashville-based pizza chain is bringing the “House Party,” a vegan option and more to the University of Memphis food court.
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Redbirds recap: Memphis gets edged in duel with Gwinnett
Starting pitcher Aaron Wilkerson threw a quality start for seven innings, but the Redbirds fell 4-3.
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