Made for Memphis: Basketball is home for DJ Jeffries
DJ Jeffries path to Memphis took side trips to Lexington and Starkville, Mississippi, but eventually would land him at the University of Memphis, where he has accepted playing a reserve role.
Memphis moves up one spot to No. 18 in both polls during bye week
The Memphis Tigers move up one spot to No. 18 in both rankings after an off week.
Shrimp, ribs, cakes, pie — it was all at Taste of the Boulevard
Mississippi Boulevard’s men’s ministry annual event raises money for children in need, provides a fun afternoon and plenty of good food for hundreds of folks
River Garden in Mississippi River Park marks first anniversary
In its first year, the park has made some changes to adapt to the way Memphians are using it. It's also a "glimpse of the future" for similar changes along the city's riverfront says Memphis River Parks Partnership president Carol Coletta.
Shared ATM network could be early benefit of First Horizon, Iberiabank merger
While the First Horizon-Iberiabank merger’s ultimate impact on Memphis isn’t clear yet, First Horizon CEO Bryan Jordan said the goal is to minimize disruptions in the everyday flow of business.
Memphis that almost wasn’t
"Memphis Reborn," a new book about Memphis in the 1880s, begins with the city "at its absolute low point."
Metro
Man charged in Memphis Rox shooting that killed two
Farris Haley, 28, has been charged in a South Memphis double shooting Sunday, June 29, that killed a Memphis Rox employee.
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Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
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Sports
Grizzlies, Jaren Jackson Jr. agree to $240M deal
Memphis has been firm in its commitment to Jackson, and general manager Zach Kleiman noted the importance of an extension at the conclusion of the 2024-25 season. Related content:
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Food
Celtic Crossing hit by out-of-control vehicle
Video posted to social media shows the driver crashing into the Cooper-Young restaurant’s front patio without making efforts to brake.
Suburbs
Bailey: A special home for a hero
William Brooks paid a steep price in serving this country in Operation Iraqi Freedom. This week he received a gesture of appreciation for his sacrifice.
Arts & Culture
Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Italian gelato shop scoops ‘the real thing’
Matteo Servente is Holly Whitfield’s guest on this week’s Sound Bites episode, where he talks about his path from his hometown of Torino, Italy, to Memphis.