MATA proposes cuts to routes, night services
The Memphis Area Transit Authority Board of Commissioners will vote on the elimination of 19 routes, as well as all services after 7 p.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 24.
Shelby County Commission moves closer to replacing land bank
A plan to replace the Land Bank with a county government Real Estate Division moved ahead on the second of three votes. The commission also delayed revisiting a link between EDGE board incentives and wages.
Airport safety for dummies: Memphis International runs emergency exercise
Using red smoke, spilled water and practice dummies, airport officials and first responders undergo an approximately $10,000 emergency operations exercise at Memphis International Airport.
Memphis lineman Andres Fox suspended for first half against UAB
Andres Fox was ejected during the fourth quarter of the Tigers’ 31-21 home loss to Tulane last week after hitting a Green Wave player in the groin. Tigers football notebook: injuries, possible suspension shake up rosterRelated stories:
Campbell Clinic’s chief of staff to lead ALSAC board
On Monday, Oct. 16, St. Jude announced new leaders to both St. Jude’s board of governors and ALSAC’s board of directors.
Memphis election results certified; council candidate says too many ‘red flags’
The Shelby County Election Commission may take a closer look at its procedures after a poll inspector’s car was broken into the day before election day. The commission voted unanimously Monday, Oct. 16, to certify the election results.
Exclusive: Reprimanded judge talks why she’s been away from the bench
Shelby County Criminal Court 9 Judge Melissa Boyd said she reached an agreement with the Tennessee Board of Judicial Conduct to temporarily step down after complaints and an order of protection were filed against her.
Second chapter of Dixon’s ‘most ambitious’ series opens
The Dixon’s “Black Artists in America” exhibition is one of at least eight art shows in Memphis open this fall or winter based on an individual Black artist or group of Black artists.
Memphis unranked in preseason AP Top 25 poll
The unranked Tigers appeared on just five of the 63 total ballots and received only seven points in the AP Top 25 preseason poll.
The tipping point: More restaurants adding auto gratuities
Some local restaurants have added service fees to attract and retain quality workers.
Bald eagles thriving here, descended from birds locals renested in ‘70s, ‘80s
Volunteers took fledgling bald eagles to Reelfoot Lake, banded them and then fed and watched them succeed.
The Sidebar: Bartlett Performing Arts & Conference Center, now and in future
The executive director of BPACC, Michael Bollinger, joined Eric Barnes to talk about the organization’s history, recent shows and upcoming performances.
Father’s cancer battle can’t stop joy of escorting daughter for homecoming
A father walked his daughter in the homecoming ceremony on Friday at Lewisburg High School, just like so many others across the country. But this escort was different.
State volleyball preview: Six local teams vying for titles this week
Briarcrest, Collierville, Houston, Northpoint, St. Agnes and St. George’s are chasing a championship this week in Murfreesboro.
Excessive force: 30+ incidents in three years at 201 Poplar, records show
The 31 incidents occurred between June 2018 and September 2021, and they involved at least 27 correctional officers.
Vote for the high school player of the week, Week 9
Standouts from Hernando, Lausanne, Lewisburg and MUS are up for consideration this week. Related story:
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.