Two Memphians named MLB All-Stars
One grew up in Arlington, and the other one grew up in Germantown. Now, they are headed to the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
What Mitch Graves wants to bring to the TVA board
The CEO of West Cancer Center plans to provide the perspective of the federal agency’s largest customer: MLGW.
It’s not Pancho’s Green Dressing but it is local
And, soon, it will be in area Kroger stores, courtesy of Oh Grate!
Data dive: Numbers behind the story of Memphis’ crime decline
The trend lines are clear on almost all fronts. After reaching high points in 2023, crime in Memphis is trending down at a higher rate through the first half of 2025 than it did through the first half of 2024.
Incognito presents an art mystery where buyers are encouraged to buy what they love, not what they know
At the Incognito Art Auction to benefit the Memphis Botanic Garden, buyers will be purchasing pieces that speak to them without knowing who actually created them until the sale is complete.
Redbirds recap: Memphis loses slugfest to cross-state rival Nashville
The Redbirds score seven runs in an inning for the second time in as many games.
Germantown’s first mural will travel
Germantown doesn’t have murals like its neighboring communities. A new concept will bring a moving mural to the suburb.
Youth program achieving results in effort to combat juvenile crime, study shows
University of Memphis study shows that SWITCH Youth program meant to decrease juvenile crime is having a positive effect.
Sound Bites: Ellen Chamberlain makes her Memphis food podcast debut
Ellen Chamberlain joins Memphis food podcast host Holly Whitfield to talk about Memphis food news of the week, from a car crash at Celtic to caviar bumps.
30 fruits, almost 40 vegetables, all in a 50-by-50-foot space
In Berclair, organic gardeners Brad and Penny Behnes are taking vegetable gardening to new heights.
Disc-over the fun: Olive Branch’s disc golf course opens
Olive Branch took advantage of the Tennessee Valley Authority clearing trees at City Park by converting the hilly, zigzagging space to a disc golf course.
Suspect named in Downtown shooting that allegedly targeted police
Victor Peeler, 23, is sought on 12 charges of attempted first-degree murder as well as one charge of reckless endangerment in the shooting that occurred early July 4.
Grizzlies cruise to win in summer league opener
The Grizzlies got 40 combined points from GG Jackson and Jaylen Wells in a win over the Oklahoma City in Salt Lake City Summer League on Saturday. Memphis Grizzlies trade Jay Huff to Pacers; sign free agent centerRelated content:
Sixth-inning surge can’t carry Redbirds over Sounds
The Memphis Redbirds erupted from being seven runs down, to tie the game during sixth inning, then lost to the Nashville Sounds in the ninth inning Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
Opinion: Whose side is God on?
The more urgent and humbling question isn’t whether God is on our side. It’s whether we are on God’s side.
Opinion: Your Jewish neighbors need you more than ever
By working together, fostering understanding, and speaking out against hate, we can ensure that Memphis remains a beacon of safety and acceptance for all.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Great event — a different take and lots of fun.” — Ken Hall about Incognito presents an art mystery where buyers are encouraged to buy what they love, not what they know
“Statistics can be and do get manipulated depending on one’s motives. … It will be a great day when we can turn on the morning news to find out no one was raped, robbed or murdered for 30 consecutive days.” — William Wilcox about Data dive: Numbers behind the story of Memphis’ crime decline
“Go Baby Grizz!” — Donald Lowry about Grizzlies cruise to win in summer league opener
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Sudoku: July 6
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Metro
D.C. Scorecard: Memphis US reps split on Big, Beautiful Bill
The One Big, Beautiful Bill of tax and spending cuts cleared the U.S. House of Representatives in a 218-214 vote.
Premium Public Safety Federal judge recuses self from two more cases
Shelby County Despite community concern, xAI gets air-emissions permit
Public Safety Police arrest mother of man who allegedly brought gun to 201 Poplar
Education DeSoto Hope awards first scholarships to students affected by cancer
Business
Flying for July Fourth? Here’s what to know about the Memphis airport
Memphis International Airport expects more than 59,000 travelers to pass through its TSA checkpoint during the July Fourth holiday travel period from July 1-7.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Bartlett building sold, new storage facility planned
State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
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Sports
Box score: Grizzlies 92, Thunder 80
NBA box score for game one of the Salt Lake City Summer League, Memphis Grizzlies vs. Oklahoma City Thunder.
Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Grizzlies trade Jay Huff to Pacers, sign free agent center
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis basketball agrees to home-and-home series with Vanderbilt
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: What’s left as Grizzlies shift from free agency to summertime
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Shane Young is leaving Memphis. But Memphis Inner City Rugby is changing lives for good.
Food
Celtic Crossing reopening after crash
“Structurally, things may be a little different,” said the owners, but the Cooper-Young pub is coming back with a new cocktail to mark the occasion.
Premium Food News Food Files: Second Tops Bar-B-Q reopens after fire
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Bar Limina hosts James Beard nominee in new residency
Suburbs
Collierville leaders boogie into holiday weekend
Instead of the traditional, inspirational video shown at the town’s annual Independence Day celebration, Collierville officials wanted a different vibe.
Food News Maeve’s brings Irish fare to Collierville square
Premium Suburbs Bailey: Book borrowing in Bartlett proves beneficial
Arts & Culture
Gallery: Stax Music Academy performs in DC
A group of Stax Music Academy students performed at this year’s Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington, D.C. on Friday, July 4.
Music From GloRilla to Kane Brown, here are five must-see concerts coming to Memphis in July
The To-Do List Watch fireworks three days in a row, and turn it up to 41 with Spinal Tap
Opinion
Opinion: ‘Death spiral will continue for public transit’
“There is time for all Memphians of good will to ask their council representatives to properly fund MATA for daily riders, the businesses that employ them and the good of the entire city.”
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Shane Young is leaving Memphis. But Memphis Inner City Rugby is changing lives for good.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis free agency fireworks
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington react to the Grizzlies’ free agency agreements that were reported on Monday night.
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Games
Word Search: July must-see concerts
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