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
State senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
As the federal trial for Lindsey Whiteside is delayed by a month, a DeSoto County state senator is seeking legislation targeting officials who vouched for the former youth pastor charged with sexual battery with a minor.
Elections First five qualify as 2026 Shelby County primary field takes shape
Public Safety What to expect on Beale Street this New Year’s Eve
Unlocked The Early Word The Early Word: xAI is expanding, and Marshall Steakhouse is, too
City of Memphis Here’s what hit the headlines in Memphis this year
Business
TVA moving ahead with natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis
The turbines TVA plans to construct are intended to be used when the electric grid sees high demand.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Business Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen next year
unlocked Spirit of Memphis Local mission-driven apparel company returns to its roots
Unlocked Real Estate Food Files: Could Cava come to the Mid-South? And, The Artist Table hosts all-you-can-eat ramen.
Sports
Memphis’ Sincere Parker makes first public comments since July arrest
The 6-3 guard, who finished with 10 points for his eighth double-digit scoring game of the season Wednesday, finally broke his silence.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis overcomes sloppy play to open American Conference play with win against North Texas
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: Memphis 57, North Texas 48
Unlocked Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The bad and (yes) good of the Grizzlies’ game of the year
Unlocked Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies can’t get out of their own way in loss to Sixers
Food
Table Talk: A year-end roundtable ... minus the table
As the year closes, the table remains what it has always been — a place to gather, to recalibrate, to keep going.
Unlocked Food News Best bites of the year: DM writers dish about their favorite plates of 2025
Suburbs
State senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
As the federal trial for Lindsey Whiteside is delayed by a month, a DeSoto County state senator is seeking legislation targeting officials who vouched for the former youth pastor charged with sexual battery with a minor.
Unlocked North Mississippi Worth the drive: Hop in the car and give one of these Mid-South restaurants a try
Arts & Culture
What to expect on Beale Street this New Year’s Eve
Memphis police are promising a noticeably heavier presence on and around Beale Street as 2025 becomes 2026. Here’s what else to expect Downtown.
The To-Do List Hike, paddle, mediate or wrestle your way into a new year
Opinion
Herrington: The bad and (yes) good of the Grizzlies’ game of the year
The Grizzlies’ overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers was a disappointing outcome, but also a tantalizing preview.
Guest Columnists Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Ask Me Anything edition
During the AM/DM AMA, we talk about media bias, xAI and what might happen with The Station.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Morant returns; trade deadline approaches
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 30
Ready for today’s sudokus?