Restaurateur Tommy Peters loved food, music and exporting ‘Memphis brand’
Tommy Peters was a money man, not a restaurateur, but he loved music and when he met B.B. King, his path changed.
Chick-fil-A 5K supports kids in need of miracles
This year, the annual Chick-fil-A 5K benefitted My Town Miracles, which provides financial assistance to low-income families.
COVID-19 spreading questions faster than answers; maybe this will help
In the first of two parts, leading physicians speak to the history of COVID-19, its possible origins, the safety and effectiveness of vaccines, and the the role of masking, among other topics.
Calkins: A fireworks accident nearly ended his career. Now Brandon Thomas may be the star Memphis needs
Brandon Thomas nearly blew off his hand in a fireworks accident in high school. Now he may be the star running back that the Memphis Tigers need.
Seth Henigan has a rare form of confidence for a true freshman
The 18-year-old passed the initial eye test, but tougher opponents loom.
Greater Memphis Chamber supports charter commission
The Greater Memphis Chamber backs forming a commission to explore city-county consolidation but doesn’t have a position yet on whether consolidation would be a good idea.
Germantown parents concerned by quarantine measures
Some Germantown parents are concerned by the suburban school system’s quarantine guidelines. However, Superintendent Jason Manuel said the district is reviewing its measures.
Vote for the Week 3 high school football player of the week
Trio of quarterbacks and two running backs are up for this week’s award.
Vote for the top high school football game in Week 4
Undefeated teams featured in two of the games, and a head coach faces his former school.
Suburbs considered seceding from Shelby County in 1990
With another Shelby County consolidation government discussion percolating, this is a look back at the suburban municipalities’ most radical chess move to alter the state’s largest county.
Tigers notebook: Ivory makes his mark; another in-state recruit commits
More on punter Joe Doyle’s non-punting day, and Danton Barto to be honored Sept. 18.
Metro
One month in, Task Force is impacting crime. And straining the local justice system
The Memphis Safe Task Force is a month old. The federal law enforcement surge has impacted local crime rates but also strained parts of the local justice system many don’t ever see.
City of Memphis Memphis fire chief retiring
Public Safety Another inmate dies at 201 Poplar
Education Tennessee graduation rate improves for third straight year
Business
Food Files: A new spot coming to Brookhaven Circle’s former Bangkok Alley space
Also, Abner’s on South White Station Road and Poplar Avenue has closed, and Non-Vintage Wine Bar will soon join it.
Premium Real Estate What is Memphis’ secret sauce? Grit, grind and creativity, business leaders say
Business IP reports $1B loss
Business With SNAP benefits halted, Memphis food pantries struggle to feed those in need
Sports
Lakers pull ahead of Grizzlies in fourth behind Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers, with Luka Doncic controlling the offense, sliced away at the Memphis Grizzlies lead in the second half.
Memphis Tigers Football Box score: Memphis 38, Rice 14
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Lakers 117, Grizzlies 112
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis linebacker: Must ‘respect each opponent’ in final four games
Food
$15 Deal: Little Italy’s sausage and pepperoni calzone
The cheese pull on Little Italy’s calzone is like something out of the movies.
Suburbs
Collierville Square’s Raven & Lily space sells
After Raven & Lily closed in Collierville, the landlord decided to sell the space, and it was purchased by a local veternarian.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Art Museum has a plan for opening
The Brooks Museum will change its name to “Memphis Art Museum” when it moves to the new building.Related story:
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: After Halloween holidays, plus Broad Avenue art
This weekend’s fun starts with a little dress up but keeps the celebrations going with Samhain and Dia de los Muertos.