Tigers impose will against Lane College in exhibition victory
Tigers rout Lane College in impressive exhibition showing. Love it, Like it or Hate it: Reviewing Memphis’ exhibition game win over Lane CollegeRelated story:
Candidate for Mississippi governor visits Southaven to ‘narrow the gap’
“There are a lot of voters who have been ignored in DeSoto County that no governor’s candidate has come to talk to over the years,” said Democratic candidate Brandon Presley.
This Week in Memphis: Halloween, Hotel Chisca sign’s comeback?
Downtown’s Design Review Board will consider bringing a familiar sign back to the skyline, a new report will look at Memphis poverty and you’ll gain an hour on Sunday.
Mississippi River plummeted to most extreme lows in recent decades
After the Mississippi River hit another new low, NASA released images of the river in 2021 and how it looked this past September, showing the change in the Mighty Mississippi.
Fifteen more cases of excessive force at 201 Poplar, records reveal
The new instances uncovered in public records bring to 46 the number of substantiated instances of excessive force involving officers at 201 Poplar.
Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo, per report
The Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo when Ja Morant goes to the suspended list following the fifth game of the regular season, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania.
Memphians share the inspiration behind their Halloween houses
Residents of Bartlett, Cooper-Young, East Memphis and Germantown share the inspiration behind their Halloween house decor.
Turnovers hurt Grizzlies in loss to Wizards
The Memphis Grizzlies are 0-3 after losing at the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Turnovers proved to be costly.Related stories:
Martin: Memphis football wins again. That should be good enough
If Memphis was in the discussion for a College Football Playoff appearance, their method of victory would matter. But that’s not the world that program lives in, right now.
Memphis blows huge lead, rallies in final minute to defeat North Texas
The Tigers trailed by four with 47 seconds remaining and Memphis needed to drive 75 yards to prevent losing after leading 31-7 in the first half. Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winnerRelated stories:
Vegan cheese shop opens in Crosstown Concourse
Crosstown Concourse is homebase for SriMu’s online, subscription-based vegan cheese operation, but the storefront also offers grab-and-go options — and will soon include a small cafe.
A $21M federal grant could change Memphis’ economy
The University of Memphis, Greater Memphis Chamber, Moore Tech and others are partnering on what will be known as UpSkill MidSouth.
India Fest returns after three-year hiatus
“This festival plays a very pivotal role in fostering cross-cultural awareness and education,” said Manjit Kaur, India Association of Memphis board member.
Leadership Memphis hosting 16th annual Multicultural Breakfast
The event will spotlight five local agencies: Agape Child & Family Services, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis, Mid-South Food Bank, MIFA, and United Way of the Mid-South.
Echols: Asking honest questions and listening to each other’s honest answers
“We sometimes talk through the nuances of our mid-life femaleness with a candid honesty that I would call uncommon. ... We share stories about our aunts and mothers, our sisters and grandmothers.”
Northwest Mississippi Community Foundation reaches fundraising highs
Keith Fulcher’s fundraising efforts are helping the poor in Mississippi, particularly children.
Tennessee grocery-tax holiday ends Oct. 31
Holiday bakers have just a few more days to stock up on tax-free flour, sugar, butter and other supplies. Most food and ingredients used to prepare food are exempt from sales tax.
Movers & Shakers
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South, and Southern College of Optometry announce new additions.
Metro
Protesters angry about everything from Social Security to Gulf of America
Hundreds protested for or against numerous causes at Poplar Avenue and Highland Street on Saturday afternoon, carrying signs denouncing xAI, the Trump administration and one that said simply, “Where do I start?”
Premium Public Safety Inmate deaths at Shelby County Jail outnumber other Tennessee counties
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Haggerty’s potential exit? An existential threat for the Tigers
Behind The Headlines Former DA wants to uncover ‘bottlenecks’ in Criminal Court system
Business
Sting operation: Health department ramps up mosquito control
Shelby County Health Department’s mosquito control activities are in full swing, which includes truck-mounted spraying of insecticides in some ZIP codes to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and other human pathogens.
Premium Real Estate ‘King of golf tournaments’ stepping down from his throne
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Real Estate Health care logistics facility awarded 10-year PILOT
Sports
Seven deadly sins that could cost Grizzlies vs. OKC Thunder
You might remember regular-season games between Memphis and the Oklahoma City Thunder. They were mostly a disaster for the Grizzlies. Here’s what Memphis must do to avoid biting that apple in the NBA playoffs.
Memphis Grizzlies Take a look: Ja Morant to debut third signature sneaker in playoffs
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis defeats Jacksonville
Sports Memphis tennis teams both advance to AAC championship matches
Food
Sow Project using food to change futures
In a commercial kitchen in Frayser, something more than food is being made. Confidence, community and second chances are coming together one meal at a time.
Suburbs
‘We’ve had quite a bit of a shakeup’: Landers Center board president talks venue’s future
Amelia Lovorn is tasked with overseeing a change in the direction of the Landers Center after a recent rift led to the firing of two key employees.
Arts & Culture
Renasant Convention Center showcases artists in rotating exhibits
The Renasant Convention Center is putting the work of local artists on display to its 450,000 annual visitors.
Opinion
Narcisse: ‘God in the mundane moments of life’
“Following Christ means looking at the decisions Jesus made, how he made his way in the world and wrestling with what that looks like for me.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Crawfish, barbecue and more at Memphis spring festivals
Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield discuss spring food festivals in Memphis and share pro tips and top picks.
Games
Crossword: The Sultana
A recent interview with the director of the Sultana Disaster Museum inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.