1968, 1978 and 2020: National Guard looms large in city’s history
The 1968 deployment of troops to Memphis during the sanitation workers strike stands out in the city’s history. But there have been other guard deployments in the city since.
Ask the Memphian: What’s the story of the Shelby Forest Pig Man?
In this week’s installment of a special Halloween-themed “Ask the Memphian,” we’ll tell you all about the Shelby Forest Pig Man. It’s up to you if you believe any of it.
The Early Word: Bauhaus in Frayser is for sale, but beware of Pig Man
The National Guard’s been here before, the library removes banned books displays and we tell you where to find sushi for breakfast.
What to order: Sushi for breakfast at Kitchen Laurel
Hold the wasabi and ginger, because all the cake roll needs is warm syrup for dipping.
Long pause for laughter: FedEx commercials poke fun at office power moves
Prolonged eye contact, flashy watches, late arrivals and long pauses: The shipping giant returns to humor in new brand campaign.
Herrington: Jaylen Wells, Cedric Coward lead deep cast of Grizzlies perimeter prospects
The Grizzlies have been cycling through young perimeter prospects for a few years now. Will they find some keepers this season?
Analyzing how Memphis’ stingy defense compares to previous years
The competition will get tougher, but Memphis’ defense has shown its ability to meet the challenge. The Tigers rank No. 21 in the country, averaging 16.17 points allowed per game.
Tigers move up in both major polls
The Memphis Tigers remain nationally ranked in both the AP Top 25 and the coaches poll.
From ‘recreation desert’ to its golden era, Lakeland Parks is booming
A dog park, an accessible playground and beyond, Lakeland Mayor Josh Roman says the city’s latest project “will be the cherry on top.”
County mayoral candidate Lowery calls for ‘change in culture’
Also in the political roundup: Congressional contender Justin J. Pearson campaigns. And Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer is asked to resign over a recorded courthouse confrontation.
This Week in Memphis: Freedom Awards and Tigers basketball on Beale
Also happening this week: The first-ever LGBTQ Business Week offers discounts across the city, and students are out on fall break.
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Kitagawa’s heroics extend No. 8 Memphis’ home unbeaten streak to 37
Ai Kitagawa’s second goal, in the final moments of the game, allowed Memphis to improve to 12-0-2 on the season as the Tigers edged Florida Atlantic.
Daily Jigsaw: Basketball in Chickasaw Heritage Park
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the basketball court in Chickasaw Heritage Park taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Beautiful job Dana!! I wasn’t aware of this preservation project until today! Thanks for doing this as I know it had to have labor of love project. We need more preservation! Thanks for taking this on!” — Brian Ellsworth about Architectural marvel in Frayser is up for sale
“The final 6 games of the season offer some real opportunities for the Tigers.” — James West about Tigers move up in both major polls
“Grew up in Millington. Drove by this home many times! Glad it has been preserved!” — Mary Ellen Restivo about Architectural marvel in Frayser is up for sale Memphis Italian deli
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 13
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Sudoku: Oct. 13
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Metro
Trial date set for civil suit over 201 inmate’s death
A trial date has been set in the civil lawsuit filed by the family of Ramon McGhee, who died last year at the Shelby County Jail.
Behind The Headlines County commissioners split on whether to fight Harris’ veto
Public Safety National Guard visible at Memphis Pyramid
Public Safety Teen charged in death of Memphis police officer pleads guilty
City of Memphis City completes public-housing redevelopment after 10 years
Business
Architectural marvel in Frayser is up for sale
For the past eight years, Dana Gabrion says she has fostered the iconic Bauhaus structure on Highway 51 in Frayser. Now, she’s searching for someone to “take it to its fullest potential.”
Business ‘This is what progress looks like,’ xAI breaks ground on water recycling plant
Business Memphis Grizzlies, FedEx unveil first ‘Dream Court.’ Will it produce the next Ja Morant?
Premium Transportation & Logistics When Nashville air traffic control went dark, Memphis took over
Premium Real Estate International Paper building sold
Sports
Kitagawa’s heroics extend No. 8 Memphis’ home unbeaten streak to 37
Ai Kitagawa’s second goal, in the final moments of the game, allowed Memphis to improve to 12-0-2 on the season as the Tigers edged Florida Atlantic.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Jaylen Wells, Cedric Coward lead deep cast of Grizzlies perimeter prospects
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers move up in both major polls
High School Sports Top-ranked Southwind gets physical in victory over Whitehaven
High School Sports Friday football report: Brentwood Academy slips past Briarcrest
Food
Food Files: How the sausage is made at new East Memphis Italian deli
Also, the local board game parlor Board to Beers is officially open at its new location at 3482 Plaza Ave.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: On today’s menu, surplus ingredients
Premium Business Soybeans and coffee: How tariffs are impacting some in the Mid-South
Suburbs
A man on a mission: He wants to walk past every house in Germantown
Real estate agent Ben Boscaccy’s social media fans find his posts to be anything but pedestrian as he treks through the Memphis suburb.
Premium Lakeland Lakeland may gain a new day care center
Premium Performing Arts Shakes by the lake: Theatre By The Lake returns to BPACC Friday night
Arts & Culture
Collage Dance debuts a new season, new members program
Collage’s $25,000 National Endowment for the Arts grant was canceled earlier this year, but the Memphis dance company is forging ahead with a new season of shows that open this weekend.
Premium Performing Arts Shakes by the lake: Theatre By The Lake returns to BPACC Friday night
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: Nine dance organizations unite in new initiative
Opinion
Calkins: They’re not just cutting a ribbon in Whitehaven. They’re showing us the way.
You know the best way to solve the ills of a community? With hope. There will be plenty of that at Whitehaven High School Wednesday — where they’re cutting the ribbon on a new STEM center.
Guest Columnists Opinion: Amend Germantown’s charter to support a full-time mayor? Where’s the outrage?
Podcasts
County commissioners split on whether to fight Harris’ veto
Shelby County Lee Harris’ veto of a resolution to move school board elections and the National Guard coming to town were hot topics on “Behind the Headlines.”
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Navigating and reporting on the National Guard
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A Beautiful Noise
Today’s photo is from the musical “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical” taken by Jeremy Daniel for the North American Tour and is courtesy of The Orpheum.