STEM ecosystem aims to enrich talent pipeline
A group of organizations representing some of Memphis’ brightest minds are working to expand access to STEM education for students who have been historically underrepresented in science-related careers.
Elmwood executive director’s got a plan, and it’s busy
Elmwood is a cemetery, yes, but with 80 acres, some of the best statuary in the region and a history that represents pretty much every decade of the last 170 years, it has become a Memphis destination.
Strickland’s third-term bid has hurdles beyond referendum
The City Council sponsor of the partisan primaries ballot question will be watching to see how the August term limits referendum fares before deciding whether to call for a vote.
Pinnacle Financial continues Whitehaven investment
“We want to be a real partner in the community,” said Steve Swain, senior vice president and community lending manager for Pinnacle. “That includes creating a safe space, another resource where people can meet and bring in members of the underserved community.”
Tony-nominated musical opens Hattiloo’s 16th season
The musical takes the audience on a journey through Nomax, who is penniless and has just been dumped by his girlfriend Lorraine. While Nomax listens to the radio one morning, five guys named “Moe” emerge from it.
Metal Museum exhibit highlights Black artisans
“From Artisans to Artists” — the Metal Museum’s new exhibit — began with research for a University of Memphis art history professor’s book.
Female fans get insiders’ look at Tigers football
Around 75 women participated in the clinic to tour the facility and learn more about the football program, players and coaches.
Greased Lightning: Test-driving Ford’s all-electric pickup
Staff at The Daily Memphian recently test-drove the F-150 Lightning, Ford’s first-ever all-electric — and surprisingly quiet — pickup truck.
MPD arrests man who made threats after Yo Gotti concert
The suspect, who who was charged with commission of an act of terrorism, was taken for medical treatment and evaluation.
Opinion: Court of Appeals whittles away protections of open meeting law
“In ruling that it is OK for a governing body to hold private meetings on a controversial project and to hide the upcoming vote on that controversial project by leaving it off the agenda, the court undermines the open meetings law,” Deborah Fisher says.
Metro
Alpha-gal syndrome is spreading. Arkansas may hold clues to why it’s spreading, how it functions — and what comes next.
Arkansas has become an epicenter of a mysterious tick-borne illness, once simply referred to as a “red-meat allergy.
Premium Elections Bailey’s summit call in the shadow of SpaceXAI
Premium City of Memphis Calkins: We agree about crime. We agree things are better. As for the Task Force? It didn’t have to be this hard.
Spirit of Memphis Artwalk, street fair and festivals brighten an overcast Saturday
Update State Government Tennessee’s prisons chief is resigning after failed execution of Christa Pike
Business
Menards, Scheels, Publix — what Memphians think should go into the former IKEA space
Though there is no official word yet on what will move into the space, we asked Daily Memphian readers what they think the unnamed retailer might be.
Health Care Alpha-gal syndrome is spreading. Arkansas may hold clues to why it’s spreading, how it functions — and what comes next.
Premium Real Estate Historic Porter-Leath property to house veterans
Premium Business Thompson Machinery pushing forward in Collierville
Premium Real Estate Inked: Alo Yoga stretches to Southaven; Music, film nonprofit taking Front stage
Sports
Martin: This Memphis football team looks like a title contender
This is a vastly more serious operation at Memphis under Charles Huff. The Tigers did exactly what good teams do; they imposed their will on both sides of the ball for a full 60 minutes.
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers score a season high in win at Charlotte
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis receiving room hits stride at start of conference schedule
High School Sports State golf preview: Three past champs back for another shot
Sports Bishop rushes for 220 yards, 3 TDs to lead No. 17 Tennessee over Auburn 24-14
Food
Recipe Exchange: Mrs. Hippie Eats’ wild rice-stuffed acorn squash
“I love this dish because it reminds me of fall,” said the owner of Mrs. Hippie Eats in Hernando. “We’re trying to manifest cooler weather with dishes that feel more like Thanksgiving. It’s my favorite holiday.”
Premium Food News Food Files: Midtown’s No Comment to close
Suburbs
New Arlington walking trail takes visitors through 125 years of town history
Interpretive markers and QR codes share photos, stories and narrated history about the town’s railroad and farming roots.
Spirit of Memphis Artwalk, street fair and festivals brighten an overcast Saturday
Arts & Culture
What is soul? A Stax alum answered with a winning song
Noah Israel, 21, won Beat Garden’s songwriting contest. Judges for the final round included James Fauntleroy and Felly the Voice.
Spirit of Memphis Freedom Award honorees urge action against civil rights rollbacks at 35th ceremony
Opinion
Opinion: When can we stop being tough?
“I’d keep the towels and I’d keep the pride. But I’d like to think of ‘Grit and Grind’ as something we remember rather than an ideal to live up to. Grit should describe what we’ve survived. Let’s figure out how we want to describe the next chapter.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: The beauty of the face we’ve earned
Podcasts
Justin J. Pearson says no U.S. military aid to Israel or Ukraine
Democratic congressional nominee Justin J. Pearson talked about ongoing U.S. aid to Ukraine and “America First” on “Behind The Headlines.”
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Training camp begins
Games
Daily Jigsaw: American Idol for ducks
Today’s puzzle features entries in the Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest held at Ducks Unlimited. Mark Weber took the photo.