Category is: Bring it to the runway
“Runway at the Museum” at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art featured more than 50 designers from across the U.S.
Martin: Memphis-Louisville is back on. That’s a win for college basketball.
“Most of all, the six-year commitment from Louisville shows that Memphis basketball is still a brand worth playing. It’s a program worth getting on the schedule.”
FedEx board member tapped to be next postmaster general
A former CEO of the nation’s largest waste-management company who currently serves on the FedEx board of directors will take over control of the U.S. Postal Service.
UTHSC addresses loss of federal funding
Last year UTHSC identified a $15.5 million budget gap, and Raaj Kurapati, UTHSC executive vice chancellor and chief operating officer, said $12.5 million of it has been addressed.
Redbirds recap: Memphis outscores Charlotte in slugfest
After taking the lead with a four-run second inning, Memphis continued to answer each Charlotte push to claim its first win of the series.
Olive Branch roadwork begins Monday
Roadwork is scheduled to begin Monday, May 12, along Camp Creek Boulevard and Craft-Goodman-Frontage Road, Olive Branch officials announced Friday.
Developer downsizes Lakeland project to improve safety
Developer Louis Ricci is seeking an amendment to his Lakeland Meadows subdivision, lowering the number of lots in the project north of U.S. 70.
From Bonnie to Lil Wayne, here are five must-see May concerts
A Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and a trio of R&B singers hit the Orpheum stage, hot New Orleans rappers come to the FedExForum, a plethora of gospel singers come to the Landers Center, and a satirical heavy-metal band travels to Minglewood Hall.
Arts Beat: Music from V.C.R, Valerie June, Victoria Dowdy
A pope movie returns to the big screen, GloRilla is throwing a bash and Memphians look ‘superfine' for a Met Gala party.
Bailey: Musselwhite to Musselwhite. A few unknowns about Southaven’s mayor
An interview with Mayor Darren Musselwhite pulled back the curtain on some of the unknowns and interesting details about the Southaven leader.
Tyre Nichols’ mother: Verdict ‘a slap in my family’s face’
The family of Tyre Nichols and local activists gathered Thursday to protest Wednesday’s not guilty verdict against the three former Memphis police officers charged with killing him in 2023.
Chamber: xAI does not plan to use turbines at Whitehaven site
Documents show artificial intelligence company xAI considered using dozens of natural-gas turbines to power the second data center. However, the Greater Memphis Chamber said the company is “is demobilizing turbines in Shelby County.”
New body warehouse approved for southeast Shelby County
Memphis’ Medical Education and Research Institute is growing, but it needs additional storage space to accommodate that growth, including whole human body donations.
Midtown TJ Mulligan’s to close with owner citing crime concerns
“The landlord and I talked about it, and it’s probably the best thing for the area to not have an establishment open after 10 p.m.,” owner Lee Adams said.
Mama Bears: On Jaylen Wells’ journey to NBA, his mother has cheered him on
“He doesn’t care about the glitz and glam of all of this stuff,” Laketia Wells said about her son. “He just lives.”
What Daily Memphians think*
“Two words Mr. Daniels, are all that need be said: Semper Fi” — Dennis Ostrow about Calkins: He's a combat veteran who used to think he was dumb. Now he's graduating with honors
“Uplifting story. Eric, go get that MBA. My son was a combat medic in Afghanistan and we know those hurdles you have overcome firsthand. We are attending my daughter’s Masters graduation ceremony today. She is an ‘older student’ as well and we couldn’t be more proud of her drive and perseverance. ...” — Mike Todd about Calkins: He’s a combat veteran who used to think he was dumb. Now he’s graduating with honors
“Congratulations Mr. Daniels! You will be an inspiration to many. Thank you for your service. May the Lord continue to richly bless you. Well done!!” — Mike Hanna about Calkins: He’s a combat veteran who used to think he was dumb. Now he’s graduating with honors
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
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Metro
This Memphis budget season is all about ‘sacred cows’
“Over the next 24 months, I don’t know if there will be a more critical time to set the city up for success or failure,” Memphis City Council Budget Chair Chase Carlisle said.
Premium Education Sell, lease, donate, demolish: MSCS may repurpose 10 buildings
Public Safety Tyre Nichols trial: Former MPD officers found not guilty on all counts
South Memphis XAI’s second data center could use enough electricity to power 40% of Memphis
Premium Metro The Making of a Hero: After fading, Tom Lee’s story resurfaces
Business
Oak Court developers want it to be ‘truly mixed-use property’
An amended site plan was filed for the East Memphis mall site as part of the investors’ efforts to rezone the 31-acre property.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Lindenwood to expand child care center; distribution center opens
Transportation & Logistics Breeze announces new nonstop flight to Florida
Business South Korean company to double capacity at South Memphis facility
Premium Health Care Regional One Health adds several robotic surgical systems
Sports
Tigers renew basketball series with Louisville
Memphis and Louisville on Thursday announced a six-year scheduling agreement that will begin Dec. 13, 2025, at Louisville’s KFC Yum! Center.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Memphis still waiting for All-NBA results
Premium High School Sports MUS standout takes aim at state decathlon title
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Memphis Grizzlies 2025 offseason player rankings, Part 1
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies summer dates: A look at the draft, free agency, summer league
Food
Memphis ranks No. 4 for barbecue, but local pitmaster says it’s still king
Memphis may have ranked No. 4 on Yelp’s list of top BBQ cities, but local pitmasters and barbecue restaurateurs have thoughts.
Premium Food News Bar Limina is ‘not here nor there’ — but it will be soon
Suburbs
Arlington mulls adding 10 cents to property-tax rate
“Growth hasn’t paid for itself, and government expenses have grown faster than the growth,” one resident said, adding that the town’s budget has tripled throughout the same dozen years while the population has not even doubled.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett officials grapple with tax rate after property values rise
Arts & Culture
Growlers going back to roots with local bands
Two concert bookers from Growlers join Minglewood Hall, precipitating changes at both venues.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: a timely return of ‘Conclave,’ ‘Black Bag’ recommended
Opinion
Calkins: Central’s jazz band is playing Lincoln Center. And it’s thanks to y’all.
Ollie Liddell, the director of bands at Central High, wasn’t sure how his jazz band would get to the Essentially Ellington contest at Lincoln Center. Then Memphians came through for him.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis hires Tuomas Iisalo as head coach
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss why they believe the Grizzlies ultimately hired Tuomas Iisalo as the head coach.