Move over pumpkin spice, local coffee shops are getting creative with fall flavors
The Daily Memphian’s Sophia Surrett and Erica Horton present the 10 most interesting fall drinks they’d recommend from local coffee shops.
Tiger Tylik Weeks lost 80 pounds in a year after picking basketball over football
A young Tylik Weeks appeared to be embarking on a promising football career before following his heart to basketball.
Move to Memphis achieves two lifetime goals: A dream job and citizenship
Rene Lassauzet has been ALSAC’s senior vice president of brand creative for about a year-and-a-half. During that time, he’s immersed himself in the world of St. Jude, fulfilled his longtime dream of becoming an American citizen and settled into a community he has no plans to leave.
Bartlett alderman candidates face off at public forum
The candidates for the three Bartlett alderman races on the November ballot, made their case for election during a forum Friday night.
Quarterback Thomas Heffner was told he couldn’t play. He’s helping Lausanne big-time anyway.
One of the best quarterbacks in the region was ruled ineligible for the 2026 season, but Thomas Heffner is supporting his team in every way he still can.
Tigers struggle at Tulane: ‘Where we’re trying to go, we can’t have games like this’
The Memphis offense picked the wrong night to have its worst performance of the season.
Meet the mind behind ‘Mindfield,’ a sky-high work of art in rural Tennessee
In Brownsville, a towering metal conglomeration that looks vaguely like a power station can be seen to the west, where it looms over the local grocery store and roadside motel.
Trinidad Chambliss accounts for 4 touchdowns as Ole Miss beats Missouri
Trinidad Chambliss threw for three touchdowns and ran for another Saturday as No. 9 Ole Miss beat No. 13 Missouri 31-3.
Tennessee hands Alabama second straight loss, 26-10
DeSean Bishop rushed for 159 yards and two touchdowns, lifting No. 14 Tennessee over No. 6 Alabama 26-10 on Saturday.
UFO dresses, flying-monkey wings and a killer’s jacket? Playhouse costume sale has it all.
Playhouse on the Square held its annual clothing and prop sale Saturday. Shoppers included the owner of a new costume shop at the site of the old Mr. Lincoln’s in Overton Square.
Movers & Shakers: Memphis attorney to lead national law firm
Kristine S. Roberts, a Baker Donelson shareholder since 2004, will lead the firm starting in May 2027. MoSH, Junior Achievement and Insightec also announced new hires.
Opinion: Covington on protests and ‘the politics of spectacle’
“A public meeting belongs to the whole community. Being loud does not make you right, being angry does not make you righteous, and neither gives you the right to silence everyone else.”
Opinion: Grandchildren are truly one of God’s best ideas.
“Most of us eventually discover that our personal fulfillment is not the result of material wealth or presents. Personal fulfillment is an accumulation of priceless blessings like family and friends, good health, patience, perseverance, courage, faith in oneself, and service to others.”
Echols: ‘Top Five Moments I Was Glad to Be a Memphian’
“For me, a regular mom with nothing to prove, just coming up with Top Five List topics sounded like fun.”
What Daily Memphians think*
“It looked like we drove a bus up to a park and yelled, ‘Anybody who wants to ride down to New Orleans and play some football jump in’ ....” — John Malmo about Tulane stuns Memphis in 31-17 upset
“Memphis always has trouble with Tulane especially in New Orleans. ...” — Philip Powers about Tulane stuns Memphis in 31-17 upset
“... I still think that the Tigers qualify for the American championship game, but tonight was definitely a step back. Go Tigers!!” — Reuben Crawford about Tulane stuns Memphis in 31-17 upset
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Sudoku: Oct. 18
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Daily Jigsaw: Grass-fed farm to big-box store
Today’s puzzle features Home Place Pastures products on display inside a local Kroger grocery store and was provided by Home Place Pastures.
Metro
Takeover consultant wants MSCS to have a ‘transformational superintendent’ hired by December
None of the nine state appointees poised to take control of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools system will say whether they intend to act on the superintendent hiring timeline included in documents most of them voted to accept. Related content:
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Business
VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
The U.S. Veterans Affairs clinic has seen more than 3,500 veterans since it opened June 1, U.S. Veterans Affairs officials said.
Premium Business CodeCrew leads $4M push for tech careers in Memphis and Mississippi
Business ‘Kindness, warmth, and grace’: Friends, family remember war vet and ‘Wonders’ series leader Jon Thompson
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Sports
10 things we learned from Memphis Grizzlies preseason
The Memphis Grizzlies wrapped up their four-game preseason schedule with a win over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, finishing 3-1.Related content:
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Food
Recipe Exchange: Tsunami’s pork and lemongrass meatballs
At Tsunami, the pork and lemongrass meatballs appeared on the menu as an appetizer. They also found their way onto a “secret” menu, thanks to an unexpected request.
Premium Real Estate New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing
Suburbs
VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
The U.S. Veterans Affairs clinic has seen more than 3,500 veterans since it opened June 1, U.S. Veterans Affairs officials said.
Business Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
Arts & Culture
Holiday movie set in Memphis to premiere on OWN
Memphis will take center stage this holiday season in the Oprah Winfrey Network’s new dance-driven movie “Tapping into Christmas.”
Arts & Culture Memphis students bring 1963 civil rights case to federal courthouse exhibit
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
“What if we made a concerted effort to welcome LGBTQ families from across the country? It’s an opportunity worth pursuing, particularly as Memphis faces challenges to some of its traditional tourism draws.”
Podcasts
Midterm campaigns turn to numbers as early voting begins
The mix of early voting and campaigns watching the turnout while trying to mobilize their voters and partisans is the main topic of conversation on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Daily Jigsaw: The Battle for the Bones
Today’s puzzle features Memphis Tigers tight end Hunter Tipton (0) jumping for a touchdown against the UAB Blazers during the Battle for the Bones. Wes Hale took the photo.