The Early Word: Maybe we don’t need a new 201, and locals celebrate the 901
Most of the MATA board quits, charges are upgraded in pastor Ricky Floyd’s death and we dish on the morning life hacks of prominent Memphians.
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September 2025
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Luxury apartments approved for former Hy-Vee site in Bartlett
A Bartlett site previously considered for a Hy-Vee grocery store will soon hold more than 300 high-end “flats.”
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Why are companies storing solar equipment in Memphis?
More than two million square feet of warehousing was leased this year to companies for solar equipment storage ahead of Trump’s cutoff date for receiving certain renewable energy tax credits.
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Local med schools worry federal student loan caps could worsen doctor shortage
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act that was signed into law on July 4 includes a slew of changes to federal student loans programs, and some officials are concerned for that means for students in the Mid-South.
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Buckley: 50 states, countless close friends. One made the last stop special.
The quest was to complete a decades-long pursuit, 50 states visited. But this travel story is about people who make life worth living, in Memphis and far beyond.
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Why the American Conference was a major winner in Week 1
The 2025 college football season couldn’t get past Week 1 without creating ripples in the College Football Playoff race for non-power conference schools.
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House-fire injuries sidelined his career. Now, this Memphis firefighter is caring for fellow burn patients.
Anton “AJ” Hill Jr. sustained second and third-degree burns across his torso, abdomen and upper legs. And the healing process led him somewhere new.
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A ‘real shame': Latest attempt to revive South Main building falls apart
Many have attempted to redevelop the Downtown site as an art gallery, food hall and more, but only a few have achieved success for a time. Now, the building is seeking new ownership — again.
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Calkins: He’s going to get people believing in this city once again — if he has to do it one Memphian at a time.
William Dunavant III has a speech he has already given to 20,000 Memphians. The topic? Why the city is on the cusp of great things.
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August 2025
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Redbirds recap: Memphis drops finale of series at Oklahoma City
The Redbirds claim the interleague series victory 4-2.
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Arts Beat: Listen to new Memphis music for 901 Day
Discover new Memphis music with the Arts Beat’s latest playlist, here just in time for 901 Day.
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Collierville’s former Gus’s will be demolished
“While I hate to see this house be torn down, I think it’s life expectancy was limited when it was changed to a commercial use,” Commissioner Bill Cox said. “… It’s death certificate was signed when it was changed to commercial.”
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Mayor Young says police task force getting to ‘nitty gritty’ after delays
Also in the Political Roundup: Jerri Green at Wiseacre and one less contender for Shelby County Mayor.
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Outdoor music venues pay the price when weather strikes
How do Memphis’ outdoor live-music venues decide when the weather is bad enough to cancel events?
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My Sistah’s House to begin construction on its first mixed-use development
For the past year, My Sistah’s House’s team has filed and refiled plans to build a 2,400-square-foot commercial and residential building as part of the nonprofit’s Tiny House Project.
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This Hernando tailor has outfitted Steve Harvey, Penny Hardaway and NFL and NBA athletes. But his guiding principle is simply making people feel their best.
When clothes designer CJ Jones saw his first monogrammed shirt on a LeMoyne-Owen administrator, it started him on a designing journey that now includes a list of famous clients.
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This mom of 5 and artist made a line for Anthropologie and a space for other moms to create
“All the women who work for her are moms with young children who were trying to work part-time and still be at home part-time with the kids. She encourages us to use our gifts and shine in our own ways in her store while also being flexible.”
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Almost a year after his last game, this Tigers running back’s return was ‘all gas, no brakes’
Last year, Sutton Smith tore his ACL during the Tigers’ first game, and his 2024 season was over in less than 15 minutes of game time. This year, things were different.
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Redbirds recap: Four home runs power Memphis to win over Oklahoma City
Bryan Torres, Matt Koperniak, Blaze Jordan and Matt Lloyd hit home runs for Memphis in the 8-2 win Saturday in Oklahoma City.
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Buckley: Memphis’ opener was all about business. Especially for Brendon Lewis.
The 2025 college football season has opened in chaos, but not in Memphis. The Tigers were all business in taking care of Chattanooga in their season opener.
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Prep girls soccer 2025: Usual suspects set their sights on Chattanooga
Despite a pair of early defeats, defending Class AAA state champion Houston remains the team to beat.
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How 3 cops charged in Tyré Nichols’ death went from conviction to new trial
A chain of events that eventually led to the three men being granted a new trial centers on comments allegedly made by the judge who formerly presided over the case as well as the carjacking and attempted murder of one of that judge’s former law clerks.
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Erling Jensen’s Small Bites debuts updated menu
The updated menu is robust and features petite portioned appetizers, sandwiches, salads, entrees and desserts.
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Redbirds recap: Amid a hail of walks, Birds drop one to Comets
The Redbirds walked 14 times on Friday, tying the club’s 2005 record for most walks in a single game.
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Bailey: Hints could be emerging about Walmart opening new grocery in Bartlett
Keith Grant has not identified the potential store for his Union Depot development, but he may have provided a clue towards solving the mystery.
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