International Paper planning succession of CEO Mark Sutton
IP announced Wednesday, Sept. 6, a request from its chairman and CEO Mark Sutton to the company’s board of directors to begin looking for his successor.
Renovations in mind, Showboats make seating changes for upcoming season
Returning and new season-ticket holders have the opportunity to receive priority seat selection for the Memphis Showboats’ 2024 UFSL season at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, where major construction is planned.
Shack’s second spot to open this month
The new Elwood’s Shack will include breakfast, dessert and a coffee bar.
Inked: Bakery planned for historic church; ex-Commercial Appeal HQ may split
According to a conditional-use permit filed recently with the Board of Adjustment, the owners of the 10,000-square-foot building at 1663 Autumn Ave. want to build 10 apartment units within the building.
Why Memphis lags behind in solar projects
States such as Florida have climbed in an annual report on the growth in solar power by region while the net growth of Memphis homes with solar has fluctuated.
Memphis Zoo pushes online-only general admission tickets
The Memphis Zoo has made a push to primarily sell general admission tickets online.
Olive Branch to livestream Board of Aldermen, Planning Commission meetings
Olive Branch citizens will now have better access to city meetings as the DeSoto County municipal government broadcasts its Board of Aldermen and Planning Commission sessions.
Dermon Building could become a Holiday Inn Express
The development project would add 150 new hotel rooms Downtown and provide on-site parking at a nearby facility.
Table Talk: In Memphis, food sounds good, too
Grab a plate because we’ve got “Green Onions,” “Bar-B-Q,” “Beans and Cornbread” and “Sugar Puddin’” coming your way.
It’s Roc Taylor’s time to shine in his third year with the Tigers
Roc Taylor played a minimal role for the Tigers for the past two years. If the season opener is any indication of what to expect from Taylor this year, it could be an exciting season for the junior. Tigers Football Insider: Memphis isn’t overlooking Arkansas StateRelated story:
Southaven mayor defends millage increase in budget hearing
Some residents opposed a millage increase in Southaven for the upcoming fiscal year, but Mayor Darren Musselwhite countered that the funds are necessary for street paving and fighting crime from Memphis.
Arlington decides on diamond interchange, bridge widening for I-40 exit
A diamond design may be Arlington’s best friend when it comes to controlling future traffic control at the Airline Road interchange of Interstate 40.
Week 4 prep football preview: Cougars host Jaguars in 8-5A cat fight
Arguably the top two teams in the region square off in Tipton County. Daily Memphian Dandy Dozen: It’s still Germantown — and another new No. 2Related story:
Council District 1 incumbent calls public safety ‘top of mind with everybody’
Rhonda Logan, who is running for re-election in District 1 against challenger Kymberly Kelley, cites public safety and economic opportunity as top issues.
Germantown Planning Commission reviews The Standard, Viridian plans
Germantown’s Planning Commission held its first formal review of a gated subdivision and approved new phases of developments under construction.
Opinion: Environmental court seeks a ‘renewed commitment to community vitality’
“Let’s all step up and take action. Let’s become resolute in our commitment to address and solve blight issues, to work collaboratively towards solutions.”
Opinion: A call to ‘pause and reflect’ on the 50th anniversary of busing, 10th of school merger
“As we mark the 10th anniversary of the monumental merger between Memphis City Schools and Shelby County Schools – regarded as one of the largest mergers in public school history – it’s essential to pause and assess the effects of the Transition Planning Commission’s recommendations and subsequent policies.”
Bailey: Did you think I would miss eulogizing Jimmy Buffett?
Jimmy Buffett provided the Bailey Family with a lifetime of escape, advice and entertainment on long trips to Florida as generations of the family grew up as Parrotheads.
Metro
Freedom Award honorees call for action at National Civil Rights Museum
The museum awarded Marc Morial, Velma Lois Jones and Mark Suzman for their advancements in “truth, equity and justice.”
Premium Public Safety Memphis police data chief retires
Public Safety MPD sergeant arrested for domestic violence
Premium North Mississippi Community members demand resignation of school board member who defended Lindsey Whiteside
Business
Manufacturer to close Memphis facilities, lay off 152 employees
Most of the 152 employees will be laid off by early December.
Premium Health Care Glasses that slow nearsightedness in children now FDA-approved
Premium Real Estate Inked: Carhartt store opens in East Memphis
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Sports
Calkins: It was a surreal night on Beale Street — and everything Penny Hardaway dreamed
What do you get when you combine Penny Hardaway, Beale Street, Memphis Pom, the FBI and the National Guard? A night of Memphis basketball that seemed like a dream.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers women’s basketball coach aims for momentum in preseason showcase
Memphis Tigers Basketball Ballin’ on Beale allows new Tigers to ‘experience Memphis’
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The Grizzlies have been bad in preseason. A reason to worry?
Food
From Broad Avenue to the national stage: Wiseacre wins gold (and silver)
Sky Dog Amber was awarded Gold in the International Amber Lager category, and Tiny Bomb picked up Silver in the German-style Pilsener category.
Suburbs
Community members demand resignation of school board member who defended Lindsey Whiteside
The combination of Whiteside’s sentence and school board member Michele Henley’s defense of her has galvanized a growing movement focused on accountability within DeSoto County’s leadership and education systems.
Arts & Culture
Brew parties for coffee or beer lovers, plus ‘Art on Fire’ and art on the river
This week, local theaters perform murder shows, Crosstown showcases Vietnamese culture and you can make pottery at Chucalissa.
Opinion
Herrington: The Grizzlies have been bad in preseason. A reason to worry?
Preseason struggles are rarely predictive, but have the Memphis Grizzlies given fans good reason to worry?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions! Will Memphis avoid play-in?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share their 2025-26 season predictions, including individual player awards.