Restaurant opening in Downtown’s former Tamp & Tap
“Having this space activated is important to bring more people in and liven up Downtown,” said Downtown Memphis Commission planning manager Brian Mykulyn.
Calkins: What happened when Calipari returned to Memphis? The only thing that could have happened, of course.
When John Calipari and Penny Hardaway walked to center court at a little after 8 p.m. Monday night, the Memphis fans rose and unleashed an ovation for them both.
Downtown restaurant closes after nearly two decades
“You have to draw the line somewhere,” said owner Shannon Wynne.
Memphis runs out of gas in lopsided preseason loss to No. 14 Arkansas
Poor shooting eventually became too much for the Tigers to overcome against a high-powered Arkansas team. John Calipari, Penny Hardaway join forces to promote MemphisRelated content:
Halbert ouster revived in appeals court ruling
The Tennessee Court of Appeals revived the ouster complaint against Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert and sent it back to the circuit court.
Federal grand jury indicts former youth pastor on 3 felony counts after controversial state sentence
An unsealed federal indictment outlines the charges against Lindsey Whiteside, a former youth pastor, who pleaded guilty in DeSoto County Circuit Court to sexual battery of a minor and received a widely criticized house arrest sentence.
Draymond Green plays heel (again) as Warriors roll over Grizzlies
The Warriors pulled away from the Grizzlies on Monday night following another heated exchange with Golden State forward Draymond Green.
The future is bright for Downtown and Midtown, developers say
“The incentive tools work — $2 million of incentives brings about almost $9 million of investment — that is real change for our community.”
To boo or not to boo? What does Ryan Silverfield think about Tigers fans’ boos against USF?
The Tigers’ game against USF last Saturday was paused multiple times for injured South Florida players, eventually causing Memphis fans to boo.
County Commission votes to put all 9 MSCS board seats on 2026 ballot — again
The Shelby County Commission voted to override Mayor Lee Harris’ veto of their original decision to make the school board change, meaning five MSCS school board members will see their terms cut short.
Mayor Young’s stand on Task Force and a showdown on Arctic Frost probe
Calls grow for Mayor Paul Young to criticize the tactics of the Memphis Safe Task Force.
State argues National Guard is army, not ‘militia.’ Why it matters
Recent legal filings and a statement from the governor’s office shows that the legality of the guard’s Memphis deployment could hinge on whether the Tennessee National Guard is an army or a militia.
Collierville bus lot moves to final review despite pushback
Collierville leaders moved the rezoning to a final review. While Monday’s decision was not final, many residents expressed their opposition.
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Eye of the tiger: ACS looks to unify schools with new logo, mascot
In an effort for uniformity across the district, Arlington Community Schools has adopted the tiger as the mascot for all schools in the system and unveiled a new logo.
Another National Guard resolution delayed at County Commission
The nonbinding resolution is the third the Shelby County Commission has considered to suggest alternatives to the National Guard.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Society Memphis is a much-needed social space in the Broad Ave neighborhood. I look forward to watching the skateboarders and enjoying all the community events they have planned. Kudos to Daniel Wallace, Will, and Christina Murray for persevering to get it up and running again. No small feat when you consider the size of the place.” — Kim Halyak about Food Files: Society Memphis is back — and soon Little Italy Midtown will be, too.
“Veto Lee Harris.” — Melanie White about County Commission to take critical vote on school board elections
“Always interesting to read comments that claim an article is ‘one-sided’ because it doesn’t make the point they’ve been programmed to believe.” — Ben Morgan about Guard’s impact hits some restaurants hard — and some not at all
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Memphis Tigers women’s soccer team blanks Temple in season finale
The Tigers finished the regular season undefeated for the second time in program history and the first time in 14 years.
Sudoku: Oct. 28
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Daily Jigsaw: Saints win!
Today’s photo is of the Briarcrest Saints volleyball team’ bench as they erupted in cheers as the team won the state championship taken by The Daily Memphian high school sports reporter John Varlas.
Daily WordRow: Oct. 28
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Metro
Immigration arrest numbers no longer part of Memphis Safe Task Force data releases
As recently as last week, ICE arrests made up nearly 19% of total Memphis Safe Task Force arrests. Where that stands now is unclear because the data is no longer being released.
Premium City of Memphis Expired-tag renewals jump since Task Force’s arrival
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Public Safety MPD announces new data chief
Behind The Headlines The shrinking middle ground between ‘occupation’ and help with violent crime
Business
Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time
A Fitting Place is a staple for many women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, as they struggle to find customized post-mastectomy bras.
Financial Services Evolve Bank & Trust CEO arrested for child pornography
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Society Memphis is back — and soon Little Italy Midtown will be, too.
Premium Business Controversial East Memphis liquor store license denied
Transportation & Logistics Memphis airport building construction to cost $57 million
Sports
John Calipari, Penny Hardaway join forces to promote Memphis
Former Tigers coach John Calipari and current Tigers coach Penny Hardaway promote the city of Memphis in a Choose901 video.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Warriors 131, Grizzlies 118
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers ranked again in AP Top 25, coaches poll
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies plan to sign Charles Bassey via hardship exception
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Shoemaker: Gibson’s Donuts. Ching’s Hot Wings. There’s more to Calipari than basketball.
Food
Guard’s impact hits some restaurants hard — and some not at all
“We’ve been deeply affected in a very negative way by everything that’s happening,” said the general manager of a local restaurant who is encouraging Memphians to support other small businesses. “The sales have dropped like 60% or 70% in the last 15 days.”
Food Sláinte! Raise your beer steins at this Irish take on Oktoberfest
Suburbs
With new owner, Collierville’s Cafe Piazza celebrates 20 years
Cafe Piazza has been open 20 years just south of Collierville’s Square. But the town’s downtown restaurant's new owner wants it to remain a place where people celebrate moments and traditions.
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Arts & Culture
Finding the way: Memphians head to Spain to hike hundreds of miles
Hiking Spain’s Camino de Santiago pays meaningful dividends for Mid-Southerners who trek to Santiago de Compostela, and the cathedral where the apostle Saint James is buried.
The To-Do List Party like a vampire at Cameo and watch ‘Frankenstein’ come to life
Opinion
Can you hear us now? Daily Memphian adds audio features
In recent weeks, we’ve added more audio capabilities to our site.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Raves, wimpy kids and romantic comedies
This week’s fun is perhaps heavy on the heebie jeebies, given the proximity to Halloween.