MLGW rethinks moving HQ to Cordova
“I heard loud and clear from City Council and from other people that moving the headquarters from Downtown was not the right signal at this time,” MLGW’s president and CEO told The Daily Memphian.
Worker killed at hub was 86-year-old who loved bustle, co-workers
The longtime employee was killed when she saw an envelope sticking out of a container and hurried to grab it, according to inside sources at FedEx and the attorney representing her family.
Another Tigers starting offensive lineman enters transfer portal
Tackle Makylan Pounders is Memphis’ second starter on the line to enter the NCAA transfer portal.
Collierville Chick-fil-A gets planning commission nod
The commission recommends approval of the proposed 6,110-square-foot restaurant on Poplar Avenue just west of Bray Station Road.
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
Downtown building to get neon blue rooftop sign
A BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee sign will be installed on top of the redeveloped Hickman Building, just north of AutoZone Park.
Renovations to begin on Krosstown Kleaners building
The building, originally built in 1910 with a bakery on the ground floor and a residence above, will soon be getting new life.
Midtown convenience store shut down due to repeated criminal activity
Shelby County District Attorney General Mulroy said 600 calls for service have been made to the property in the last two years and 60 arrests have been made there this year alone.
Bluff City Collective to become an official Memphis Tigers NIL partner
Bluff City Collective will primarily focus its efforts on the Memphis men’s basketball program.
White Station, Southwind standouts win fan vote for player of the week
High school basketball stars Stevelen Morris and TaShawn Hubbard are recognized by The Daily Memphian readers.
Grizzlies Mailbag: Ja Morant’s return, FedExForum’s future, more
Chris Herrington answers readers’ questions including speculation about Vince Williams’ nickname, plus shares his thoughts on Christmas music. Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. featured on ‘MTV Cribs’Related story:
Collierville Schools eliminating annual Christmas bonuses
Collierville Schools is not planning on giving its employees a bonus this holiday season, but other suburban school districts are.
After losing four teams in two years, the AAC is now losing its commissioner
The AAC will have turned from an 11-team conference as recent as 2022 into a 14-team conference that only has seven of the original 11 still in the league next year. Now, the conference is losing the only commissioner it has ever known.Related story:
Few trials and many dismissals at 201 Poplar, reports say
Amid increasing scrutiny of local judges and the district attorney, two studies raise a magnifying glass to courtroom proceedings at the Shelby County Criminal Justice Center.
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. featured on ‘MTV Cribs’
In total, it took seven minutes for MTV to show off Jackson’s house. There was plenty of time to get into the details.
Memphis-Nashville passenger-rail line gets $500K federal grant
“Once this service is in operation, much of the country will be accessible by rail from Memphis,” said U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn. “This is a very big deal.”
Le Bonheur names new president
After a national search, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital selected a native of Tunica who’s been with the hospital for more than 20 years.
$10 Deal: Torta de Lengua is a delight to the tongue
You might need to wield a fork to finish off the torta de lengua at Taqueria el Mariachi, because this here is a contender of a sandwich.
The To-Do List: Holiday parades, pics with Krampus and Tuba Christmas
This week, Crosstown Arts resident artists open their studios, Shangri-La hosts a free holiday show and you can ice skate in Audubon Park for free.
Sanford: Let’s denounce the troubling rise in crime, all of it
“Our society, particularly our political system, has noticeably degenerated to the point where lying, cheating and exploiting others are often excused, if not overlooked and rewarded.”
Table Talk: A salute to those making Memphis’ food scene
This week, we salute the people behind three small-scale attempts at something new on the Memphis food-and-drink scene, three related attempts to fill a major need and another for a meaningful endeavor coming to a close.
Desmond Bane scores 49 points as Grizzlies beat Pistons
Ja Morant doesn’t think his star teammate is talked about enough, especially after scoring 49 points in Wednesday’s win over the Pistons.Related story:
Tigers women fall to Columbia in New York
The Tigers hung with the Columbia University through three quarters, but the Lions’ explosive fourth-quarter offense proved to be too much.
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Red wall or rising blue wave? Tennessee’s midterms split along party lines
A memo from Marsha Blackburn’s strategist credits a “red wall” for her win over Jerri Green. Democrats counter that flipped seats and closer margins show Tennessee isn’t as red as it looks.
Premium Collierville After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
Metro This Week in Memphis: Downtown Dining and drinking at the Hu. Hotel
Education Did the Tennessee midterms complicate Marsha Blackburn’s voucher expansion plans?
Premium Health Care More than 40,000 in Shelby County qualify for lung cancer screening
Business
Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
Premium Real Estate Easy Way brand to be part of Downtown revival project
Premium Health Care More than 40,000 in Shelby County qualify for lung cancer screening
Premium Business Midtown Autowerks moving a few blocks to Liberty Park area
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Sports
Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies east? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
Premium High School Sports Hill: Local high school athletes are chasing NIL deals. Who’s protecting them?
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: Respect won’t come easily for these Tigers. Two wins are a good start.
Sports Gunner Stockton and Georgia pound Ole Miss 42-7 to make case for top ranking
Memphis Tigers Basketball Jayden Reid’s free throws lift Tigers to win over VCU
Food
What to Order: Libro’s meatloaf
When a good friend repeatedly encourages you to order a particular dish, you should listen.
Food Mid-South Food Bank scrambles to fill the gap as SNAP rules tighten
Suburbs
After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
Premium Elections Why hasn’t Mississippi’s US Senate race been called?
Arts & Culture
The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: ‘Narnia’ made him a Playhouse kid. Now he’s directing it.
Opinion
Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies east? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
Guest Columnists Echols: The naked headlines and the name of Jesus
Podcasts
Shelby County political reality gets more complex with last election of 2026
The Nov. 3 election and its results were discussed on “Behind The Headlines” in a reporters’ roundtable that examined Shelby County’s role as the bluest county in a red state that may not be that simple.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more From the London Hard Rock to Kudzu’s, Steve Edmundson saw it all
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Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.