Zoo greensward parking to end in 2024
The Memphis Zoo, Overton Park Conservancy and the City of Memphis are soon to sign off on precise terms that will end overflow parking on the greensward.
Grand Hyatt developer fires back at Mayor Strickland
Chance Carlisle of Carlisle Corp. responds to Mayor Strickland’s letter on the Grand Hyatt financing stalemate.
Advocacy groups call for investigation into ‘failings’ before Eliza Fletcher’s death
Advocacy group leaders question why Memphis Police and the state failed to investigate and prosecute Cleotha Henderson for a kidnapping and rape that occurred September 2021.
Millington Central standout wins fan vote for Week 11 player of the week
Junior quarterback McCoy Pugh for accounted for 273 yards, three touchdowns in victory over Bolivar Central.
Crime Commission reports major violent crime is down, major property crime is up
The Memphis Shelby Crime Commission reported the major violent crime rate in Memphis declined 6.1% during the first three quarters of this year. However, major property crime was up 21.6% in the same period.
Former commissioner to lead Shelby County’s new education office
Former Shelby County Commissioner Reginald Milton has been appointed to lead the county’s new office of education and youth services.
Frayser library branch goes from city’s smallest to ‘a design for future libraries’
City leaders broke ground Thursday, Nov. 3, on a new 20,000-square-foot Frayser Branch Library on James Road that replaces the existing 60-year-old facility.
Huey’s opens in Olive Branch on Nov. 8
The growth in Olive Branch has had one benefit — Huey’s will open its second spot in Mississippi at The Bridges of Camp Creek.
Memphis-Shelby schools closed on Election Day
The move is in response to a 2021 Tennessee law requiring local districts to close if their schools are used as polling locations.
$10 Deal: Shelby Forest General Store serves up burgers and more
Friday steak night hasn’t returned, but the Shelby Forest General Store still serves burgers and plenty more seven days a week.
Grizzlies Insider: Combination of Bane, Morant gives Memphis lethal closing threat
Desmond Bane leads the NBA in fourth quarter scoring this season. He and Ja Morant give the Grizzlies a lethal combination in winning time.
Nine locals named Mr. Football semifinalists
Nine players from the Shelby-Metro area have been named semifinalists for the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football award, which will be presented next month in Nashville.
The To-Do List: Downtown has a field day, and Bigfoot stomps in one last time
This week, The PRLVG plays a free happy hour show, Visible Music College students drum for 24 hours and coffee lovers perk up at the Grind City Coffee Xpo.
Sanford: If colleges can consider family legacy in admissions, why not race?
Diversity in many forms should be a compelling societal interest. And race should be one of several factors used in making hiring decisions.
Penny’s Nitty Gritty officially open, but spoiler: Penny wants his grits plain
Penny’s Nitty Gritty Upscale Southern Restaurant is officially open and Penny Hardaway says it’s “perfect timing.”
Briarcrest unveils plans for new $12.8M athletic facility
Groundbreaking for the project scheduled for January.
Dory to host this month’s Daily Memphian lunch
This month, on Nov. 18, we’re going to Dave and Amanda Krog’s restaurant, Dory.
Collierville rezoning request for ‘Project Solution’ points to large mystery user
The Planning Commission recommended rezoning of 47-acre site along the Houston Levee corridor.
Social Club: 50 years of ‘Let’s Stay Together;’ Memphians name a snowplow
A documentary about The Invaders hits streaming sites and Memphians give their best snowplow names.
Metro
MSCS board approves almost $2B budget with raises for some
Expected staff changes at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, including some reassignments, are not part of the budget and are expected to take place in coming months.
City of Memphis ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ opposers rally citizens to call their senators
Premium Shelby County New jail study looked at Shelby Farms, Firestone plant as potential sites
Education Tennessee launches its summer food benefits this week. Most students in the state will miss out.
Business
This women-owned firm has grown from Memphis to 19 states
Founded in 1999, Consilience Group has expanded its presence through word of mouth, referrals and recognition for its work.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Le Bonheur doc retires from Heart Institute he built
Health Care From the bottom to the top: Clinic continues to add wellness treatments
Premium Real Estate Historically Black medical college coming to Memphis
Sports
Herrington: With Edey out, which centers could the Grizzlies target?
Zach Edey has undergone ankle surgery. Which NBA big men might the Memphis Grizzlies consider acquiring this summer?
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Change is coming to Memphis athletics. Just how much?
Sports Memphis assistant named head baseball coach at ULM
High School Sports TSSAA votes to split Spring Fling sports for 2026, 2027
Food
Table Talk: Primas Bakery’s transition is a new beginning
The bakery’s owner Rachel Mullen sat down with The Daily Memphian to discuss closing her storefront and what’s next for her.
Suburbs
Vaughan talks future legislative ideas, reelection plans at Collierville chamber
Rep. Kevin Vaughan weighed in on the suburb’s reliance on Memphis Light, Gas and Water and on the Memphis-Shelby County Schools state takeover.
Arts & Culture
How the Shell on Wheels expands The Shell’s reach
Shell on Wheels is bringing the experience of being in Overton Park at The Shell to Memphis neighborhoods.
Opinion
Herrington: With Edey out, which centers could the Grizzlies target?
Zach Edey has undergone ankle surgery. Which NBA big men might the Memphis Grizzlies consider acquiring this summer?
Podcasts
How the Shell on Wheels expands The Shell’s reach
Shell on Wheels is bringing the experience of being in Overton Park at The Shell to Memphis neighborhoods.