<strong>Memphis fans cheer on the Tigers during the Tigers-Central Florida matchup on Oct. 13, 2018, at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis.</strong> (Cal Sport Media via AP Images/File photo)

Calkins: A loss to UCF reminds us, it’s not easy being a Memphis sports fan

ORLANDO — Nobody said that following Memphis sports was going to be all happiness and joy.

By Geoff Calkins December 01, 2018

Memphis headed to Birmingham Bowl; Mizzou vs. Okla. State in AutoZone Liberty Bowl

Memphis (8-5, 5-4 American Athletic Conference) will play in the Birmingham Bowl on Dec. 22 against Wake Forest of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

By Jonah Jordan December 02, 2018

State Government

Republican House speaker-nominee commits to Shelby/Memphis economy

Calling Memphis a key part of Tennessee’s economy, Republican House Speaker-nominee Glen Casada says he will ensure the city receives its “fair share” of economic development projects through the state.

By Sam Stockard December 02, 2018

Business

Roadhouse Casino closing probably won’t be Tunica’s last

When Tunica Roadhouse Casino shuts down Jan. 31, owner Caesar’s Entertainment Corp.’s will have gone from three casinos to one in the Mississippi Delta gambling haven within the space of four years.

By Wayne Risher December 02, 2018

Metro

GALLERY: Memphis holiday parade rings in season

The 2018 Memphis Holiday Parade on Beale Street in Downtown Memphis may have been delayed due to the late-running St. Jude Memphis Marathon on Saturday, Dec. 1, but it didn't deter thousands of Memphians from lining up to watch dancers, bands, floats, motorcycles and Santa usher in the holiday season.

By The Daily Memphian Staff December 02, 2018

Metro

GALLERY: After weather delay, sun shines on St. Jude Memphis Marathon day

Despite two start delays due to thunderstorms in the Memphis area, the weather cooperated and the sun peeked out on the more than 70,000 participants and spectators who turned out Saturday, Dec. 1, for the 17th St. Jude Memphis Marathon.

By The Daily Memphian Staff December 01, 2018

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Money, MATA, xAI: Top Memphis City Council votes of 2025

The most important Memphis City Council decisions of 2025 were about the flow of city funds, the city-owned bus system, what to do with property tax revenues from xAI and the council’s relationship with the Mayor’s office.

By Bill Dries 18 hours ago

City of Memphis Here’s what hit the headlines in Memphis this year

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First Horizon building next to former Houston’s sold

The building, which was built in 1962, sits next to the former Houston’s restaurant that closed in December 2024 after more than 40 years of operation.

By Sophia Surrett December 30, 2025

unlocked Business Marshall Steakhouse owner decides against selling

Business XAI buys building for 3rd Memphis-area data center in Southaven

Real Estate Buc-ee’s in West Memphis and Fayette County delayed

Business TVA moving ahead with natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis

How quarterback Blake Horvath helped revive Navy football

Navy doesn’t pay NIL money. Yet heading into the AutoZone Liberty Bowl in Memphis, the Midshipmen have posted a 20-5 record with Blake Horvath starting at quarterback the past two seasons.

By Frank Bonner II December 30, 2025

Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: Memphis 57, North Texas 48

Sports Ole Miss defense looks to redeem itself against Georgia in Sugar Bowl

Premium Memphis Tigers Football Anatomy of a hire: How the Memphis Tigers zeroed in on Charles Huff

High School Sports CBHS, Collierville runners lead Daily Memphian postseason cross country awards

Best bites of the year: DM writers dish about their favorite plates of 2025

Plenty of fish isn’t just a dating app. It also describes some of our favorite meals of the year.

By Ellen Chamberlain, The Daily Memphian Staff 18 hours ago

Unlocked Dining Guides What to order: Belle Tavern’s prime rib — but only on Thursdays

Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen next year

The raceway is on the verge of a comeback after the International Hot Rod Association purchased the racetrack between Memphis and Millington.

By Michael Waddell December 30, 2025

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