‘Project Iris’ may bring lots of jobs to Frayser-Raleigh area
An unidentified distribution and warehouse operation wants to build a multimillion-square-foot center in the Frayser-Raleigh area.
Ole Miss Notebook: Rebels hope right tackle Givens can play
The Ole Miss Rebels hope senior right tackle Alex Givens can play Saturday at Memphis. Meanwhile, a group of running backs will rotate behind starter Scottie Phillips.
Le Bonheur, St. Jude, Old Dominick plan expansions
Three well-known Memphis institutions are seeking approval from the Memphis and Shelby County Board of Adjustment to expand their operations.
Parents, students seek SCS inquiry of Southwest Early College High School
Superintendent Joris Ray said what he heard about Southwest Early College High School gave him “grave concern,” but stopped short of saying the district would investigate.
Martavious Banks, man shot by police, pleads guilty to evading arrest
Martavious Banks, shot by a Memphis police officer in 2018, pleaded guilty to evading officers and possession of a gun. He was placed on probation for two years.
Memphis-area hotels post strong 2019 so far, but slower growth expected
The Memphis area hotel industry is making progress in absorbing a glut of new hotel rooms, particularly in the Downtown area, though the additional supply is affecting occupancy.
Metro
MPD to present crime numbers
MPD’s presentation to the Memphis City Council comes after the first week of a state and federal anti-crime surge in the city.
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Business
FedEx adds exec to its freight segment spinoff
The new financial leader of the logistics giant’s less-than-truckload division spinoff is a former exec of a Fortune 100 company.
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Sports
Box score: Pistons 128, Grizzlies 112
NBA box score for the preseason game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Detroit Pistons at FedExForum on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies to name Rob Sanicola as G League head coach
High School Sports St. Mary’s freshman in control after the first round of state golf
Memphis Tigers Football Silverfield: ‘We’re going to see what we’re all about, right?’
Food
What to Order: Rise’s Sweet Country Blues biscuit sandwich
The North Carolina based chain has opened a second Memphis-area location.
Suburbs
Harvest Church secures acres for church growth
The church has purchased 8 acres near its current property to adapt to growth as necessary.
Arts & Culture
Where to scream, get lost and pick a pumpkin this spooky season
Let our Halloween guide to haunted houses, corn mazes and pumpkins patches help your prepare for the season.
Opinion
Opinion: Vehicle and equipment seller scams on the rise
The red flags of a vehicle and equipment seller scam include the price being significantly below market value, the owner citing an overly personal reason for getting rid of the vehicle, and not being able to see the vehicle before sending money.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: PILOTs and Grizzlies’ preseason
This week marks the beginning of the Memphis Grizzlies’ pre-season, with three games at home.
Games
WordRow: Oct. 6
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.