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
Youth program achieving results in effort to combat juvenile crime, study shows
University of Memphis study shows that SWITCH Youth program meant to decrease juvenile crime is having a positive effect.
Premium Metro What Mitch Graves wants to bring to the TVA board
Premium Public Safety Data dive: Numbers behind the story of Memphis’ crime decline
Public Safety Suspect named in Downtown shooting that allegedly targeted police
Business
Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space
A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night.
Premium South Memphis XAI raises $10 billion. What does it mean for Memphis?
Premium Transportation & Logistics Flying for July Fourth? Here’s what to know about the Memphis airport
State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
Sports
Grizzlies cruise to win in summer league opener
The Grizzlies got 40 combined points from GG Jackson and Jaylen Wells in a win over the Oklahoma City in Salt Lake City Summer League on Saturday. Memphis Grizzlies trade Jay Huff to Pacers; sign free agent centerRelated content:
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Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 92, Thunder 80
Premium Sports Sixth-inning surge can’t carry Redbirds over Sounds
Food
Sound Bites: Ellen Chamberlain makes her Memphis food podcast debut
Ellen Chamberlain joins Memphis food podcast host Holly Whitfield to talk about Memphis food news of the week, from a car crash at Celtic to caviar bumps.
Suburbs
Bailey: Book borrowing in Bartlett proves beneficial
Eighteen months after leaving the Memphis system, Bartlett’s library is continuing to make improvements as questions linger about whether the departure was the right move.
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Lucky Lady Caftan Club (of Memphis) launches
“May the good vibes find you free, fabulous and flowing” is the tagline of the Lucky Lady Caftan Club of Memphis.
Opinion
Opinion: Your Jewish neighbors need you more than ever
By working together, fostering understanding, and speaking out against hate, we can ensure that Memphis remains a beacon of safety and acceptance for all.
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”