Melissa Joan Hart helps Youth Villages win $1 million
Youth Villages Chief Development Officer Richard Shaw said actress Melissa Joan Hart has worked with the organization supporting them through various initiatives for six years.
Calkins: Happy 20th anniversary, Grizzlies! From Memphis, with love.
It was almost exactly 20 years ago that the Grizzlies played their first home game in Memphis. So as fans stream back into FedExForum for Wednesday’s opener, happy anniversary to us!
A crash course on Memphis with center and New Zealander Steven Adams
Steven Adams, the Memphis Grizzlies center from New Zealand, was surprised to learn that the Peabody ducks are not an ice hockey team. Follow the Grizzlies: A guide to Memphis Grizzlies social mediaRelated story:
Tami Sawyer arrested during D.C. rally
Shelby County Commissioner Tami Sawyer was among 25 activists arrested Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 19, during a No More Excuses rally in front of the White House.
Tigers can expect a hostile crowd at the Bounce House
Communication in an exceptionally noisy venue will be crucial for the Tigers as they try to get a win at UCF.
Redistricting hits snag as City Council debate continues
The council tabled a move to put an ad hoc working group in place, similar to what the Shelby County Commission already has up and running. The delay came after a discussion about motives, snakes, the city’s method of redistricting and protecting incumbents.
City Council approves projects to spend ARPA allocation
Most of the early proposals for the council’s share of ARPA funding took a cut in their dollar figures in the compromise worked out by Chase Carlisle and Edmund Ford Sr.
$21 an hour EDGE minimum wage proposal goes down in council vote
The higher minimum wage for EDGE tax break incentives was well short of seven votes Tuesday, Oct. 19, on the Memphis City Council. Opponents of the measure defeated a move to delay the outcome but there may still be some life left in the call for higher pay for tax breaks.
Robberies of MLGW tree-trimming crews get City Council’s attention, more
In other action Tuesday, Oct. 19, the council delayed a final vote on a comprehensive downzoning plan and approved funding for the start of the next phase of construction on the South City development.
Memphis fashion designer goes international
Her shop serves as the home base for her custom clothing business, Unblemished by Cherice, which sells made-to-order garments ranging from casual chic to prom princess.
Arlington planners approve Huff Group Holdings expansion
Huff Group Holdings will expand its footprint in Arlington, while the town’s Planning Commission approved more phases of Myers Park development.
AAC expected to add six new members from Conference USA
The AAC likely will receive membership applications from six Conference USA schools as early as this week.
Memphis brothers launch production company
Brothers Caleb and William Suggs have launched Studio Suggs, a Memphis-based film production company.
Former Tigers LB Tim Harris to be inducted into Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
His 55 career sacks are the fourth-most in Packers history, and he set a single-season franchise record with 19.5 sacks in 1989.
$10 Deal: lunch for two at Friday Tuna
In Cordova, you can find a $10 Deal for lunch on Monday at Friday Tuna.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis must become road warriors to reach expectations
The Tigers have been a different team at home as opposed to on the road. That must change this season.
Turley, Fleming to speak at Developing Memphis seminar
The Daily Memphian will hold its latest virtual seminar on Thursday afternoon.
GOP proposal to give unemployment to those who quit to avoid vaccination
Additional bill considered during special legislative session for Ford incentives.
Vote for the high school player of the week from Week 9
Standouts from Central, Freedom Prep, Lausanne, MUS and Tipton-Rosemark up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21.
Vote for the top high school football game in Week 10
Three important region games and an intriguing non-region contest are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Oct. 21.
Rodney Baber Park renovations bring excitement to community
Neighbors and sports fans who previously appreciated the park for its baseball and softball fields have more to anticipate once construction on the project is completed.
Metro
FedEx St. Jude golf tourney covering adoption fees for your new best friend
Adoption applications should be completed in advance, although walk-ins are accepted, officials said.
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Business
Methodist cutting more than 150 jobs
Methodist said it would also discontinue labor and delivery services at Methodist South Hospital.
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Sports
NCAA penalizes Memphis basketball, softball due to academic violations
Memphis academic advisor paid two softball players to take tests and do homework for basketball players, NCAA rules.
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High School Sports Prep football 2025: Several locals could be in the Mr. Football mix
Memphis Grizzlies Focus is on Mashack, Magnay as Grizzlies fall in summer league play
Food
Building an empire, one peach cobbler at a time
The Peach Cobbler Factory is one of the country’s fastest-growing quick-service chains, and in Memphis, Otis and Janie Jackson are on a roller coaster of expansion.
Suburbs
Brent Rooker goes deep at MLB All-Star Game
Germantown resident Brent Rooker hits a three-run home run in Tuesday’s Major League Baseball showcase. Was Rooker robbed? Local slugger one controversial inch short in home run derbyRelated story:
Arts & Culture
You can sing your heart out at the Orpheum. But not on the stage.
Saturday afternoon screenings of “Sing 2,” “The Sound of Music” and “Grease” will feature on-screen lyrics, encouraging audience members to belt out their favorite songs.
Opinion
Opinion: Remembering Crosstown Brewing’s cofounder
Crosstown’s Todd Richardson reflects on the first time he met Clark Ortkiese, the cofounder of Crosstown Brewing Co. who recently died after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: 100,000 bonsai in Olive Branch, and more
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