Central Gardens tour gives visitors a glimpse inside historic homes
Six homes, dating back as far as 1906, in the Central Gardens area were part of the tour, spotlighting some of the intricate design and architecture in Memphis.
Jahvon Quinerly enjoys the here and now with Memphis
After what’s been at times a bumpy college career to this point, Jahvon Quinerly is savoring the opportunity he has with the Tigers: “It’s beautiful.”
This Week in Memphis: Early voting, Cooper-Young Fest meets BrewFest
In the week ahead, Ezekiel Kelly and Cleotha Henderson have scheduled court dates, Southaven considers a tax hike and The Daily Memphian turns 5.
City Council District 5 race is the most expensive of the 13 matchups
Council District 5 is one of five seats on the council with no incumbent seeking reelection. Two of the three contenders have raised more money than any other council candidate.
Tigers flaunt roster depth in consecutive blowout wins
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said during the offseason that he felt the roster depth was the strength of the team. The Tigers showcased some of that in the season opener against Bethune-Cookman and continued to display it Saturday in Jonesboro. Related stories:
Buckley: The Tigers belted Arkansas State, and they wore it proudly
Memphis comes up with two interceptions and two fumble recoveries in a 37-3 victory over the Red Wolves, and it has something to show for it.
Grizzlies notebook: FIBA World Cup grades, training camp expectations, roster moves
As basketball season approaches, many are anticipating a heated battle between Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart during training camp.
Characters of yore come to life Elmwood’s annual City of Soul
The tour is designed to showcase the stories enshrined at Elmwood. In the case of Robert Church and Boss Crump, it shows the vast difference in lives of two men from Holly Springs, Miss.
Germantown Festival celebrates 50 years with food and family fun
Early fall weather is accenting the 50th Germantown Festival this weekend at C.O. Franklin Park and the Germantown Charity Horse Show grounds.
Catholic diocese investing in retreat center near BlueOval City
With the construction site for Ford’s BlueOval City only 13 minutes away, the diocese is now preparing for an onslaught of development in the area.
East Memphis breakfast/lunch spot invites customers to ‘perch’ a while
“Perch is like my own little personal Cheers,” said restaurant owner and longtime caterer Ragan Oglesby-Phillips.
Political Roundup: Attack ads, early voting and school-board primaries
This roundup looks at the latest report on voter registration, checks in with Election Commission officials ahead of Friday’s opening of early voting in Memphis and replays the Republican debate that ended with no school-board primaries.
Echols: ‘This past year has been a test for my faith’
“How do I write openly about the God I worship even as I do not understand why he is allowing such painful things to take place in our city?”
Guest Column: ‘Our problems do not mean we are ... without hope’
“How do we describe our emotional response to the constant barrage that shapes so many days in Memphis? Weariness, that feeling that asks how we can keep enduring more of the same brokenness?”
Guest Column: Remembering the mothers hurt by ‘our violent culture’
“Each murder victim leaves behind seven to 10 family members, not to mention friends and other loved ones, all of whom become co-victims.”
Movers & Shakers
Leadership Memphis, Barr Brands International, Allen & Hoshall and Mahaffey Event & Tent Rentals announce promotions and additions.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Tigers open basketball season; Downtown Dining Week
Also happening this week: The Memphis Tigers football takes on Tulane, and the Grizzlies play in the NBA Cup.
Spirit of Memphis Photo Gallery: Memphis Japan Festival
Premium Business New initiative introduces Memphis-area students to high-demand careers
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Business
New initiative introduces Memphis-area students to high-demand careers
The Junior Achievement of Memphis program aims to include 100 students in career-building initiatives in construction, health care, technology and supply chains.
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Sports
Grizzlies fall to Raptors as Ja Morant serves one-game suspension
The Grizzlies lost to the Raptors on Sunday night. But what happened on the court may be secondary to what happened online. Grizzlies coach looking forward to ‘moving on’ from Morant suspensionRelated content:
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Food
Recipe Exchange: Thanksgiving Dressing
In the South, we eat dressing — not stuffing. And here are two versions: one traditional dressing and a plant-based alternative.
Suburbs
Heroes needed: Youth Villages preps for annual Holiday Heroes initiative
The Holiday Heroes program for Youth Villages is underway and the organization is looking for volunteers to make the holidays special for young people under its care.
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: Celebrating Día de Los Muertos
The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art partnered with Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group for the Día de Los Muertos Parade and Festival on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Opinion
Echols: How well do you know Memphis? Here’s a photo quiz to test your knowledge.
Can you name the neighborhood in which these places are found? The street? How many of these spots make you think of some other memory?
Podcasts
Millington leaders talk Navy Road comeback, big-box growth
Millington City Manager Frankie Dakin and Millington Chamber of Commerce Director Chris Thomas discussed the suburb’s growth and unique development history on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A scoring struggle
Today’s photo is of University of Memphis Tiger guard Jordan Hunter taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber.