‘Party with a cause’
Members of the LGBTQ community in the Mid-South gathered for Pride Fest in Robert Church Park. Along with a parade down Beale Street, the festival paired entertainment with information pertinent to participants.
Early-voting turnout highest since 2007 Memphis elections but not by much
The 6,258 early voters Saturday followed a Friday surge of 7,196 that pushed the total turnout for the 14-day period to 361 more than in city elections four years ago.
Record-setting goal barrage sends 901 FC past Bethlehem Steel
Brandon Allen leads the goal parade with two as Memphis 901 FC rolls.
MPD promotes Neighborhood Watch in Old Allen Precinct
MPD launched the Thankful Thursday initiative earlier this month as it seeks to create more neighborhood watch groups in Raleigh and Frayser.
State Attorney General goes it alone on execution dates
Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery, in seeking execution dates for nine men including two from Memphis, apparently made a unilateral move in what one federal public defender is calling “mass execution.” Gov. Bill Lee is steering clear of the matter - at least until he is asked to grant clemency.
Metro
The Early Word: Task force hurts some restaurants and stops sharing ICE stats
Expired tag renewals jump, the Tigers football team is still a contender and we try to determine if the Orpheum is really haunted.
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Business
Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time
A Fitting Place is a staple for many women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, as they struggle to find customized post-mastectomy bras.
Financial Services Evolve Bank & Trust CEO arrested for child pornography
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Sports
Vote for the high school football player of the week, Week 10
Standouts from CBHS, ECS, Kirby, Lakeland Prep and Munford are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30.
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Food
$15 Deal: A beautiful bún on Bao Toan’s new lunch menu
The new lunch menu makes a meal at Bao Toan in Crosstown Concourse an affordable indulgence.
Suburbs
Beyond the bench: 21st Circuit Intervention Court champions recovery and responsibility
An Intervention Court in Mississippi provides an alternative to defendants handcuffed by addiction, giving them hope of an improving life.
Arts & Culture
Ask the Memphian: Does a ghost named Mary really haunt the Orpheum?
Throughout the years, plenty of people have claimed to see a ghostly little girl roaming the historic theater. She even has a reserved seat. But is there a story behind the hauntings?
Opinion
Can you hear us now? Daily Memphian adds audio features
In recent weeks, we’ve added more audio capabilities to our site.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Hoops, our favorite holidays and a veto vote?
Today, on The AM/DM podcast, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips and editorial director Mary Cashiola help prepare you for the next seven days.
Games
Daily WordRow: Oct. 27
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.