Memphis vs. Iowa State: Things to know for Tigers’ season opener
Memphis opens its 2026-27 schedule with a neutral site game against Iowa State in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Buckley: His choice of ribs is curious. But, baby, Memphis Tiger Jermane Hayes sure can rack up receptions.
A year after barely playing at Southern Miss, Jermane Hayes has become one of the most reliable targets for Memphis Tigers quarterback Marcus Stokes.
Six and oh!: Grizzlies make franchise-record-tying win a Halloween treat.
Strong performances from Isaiah Stewart, GG Jackson, Cam Spencer and Cam Boozer helped the Grizzlies to their sixth straight win to start the season.Related content:
‘Golden age of brewing’ may be over
Four years ago, Grind City’s Hopper Seely said he noticed a downward trend and thought the “craft-brewing bubble may officially be popped.”
Memphis Ren Faire: A place of fairies, elves and fanciful costumes
With blacksmiths, fortune tellers and more, Overton Park takes on a medieval atmosphere for a Renaissance fair that continues through Sunday.
Memphis uses big plays, long drives to keep Army grounded
Marcus Stokes completed 29-of-35 passes for 371 yards and four touchdowns, and the Tigers offense had six plays of at least 20 yards, along with three long drives, to carry Memphis to its seventh win in nine games.Related content:
SpaceXAI continues Southaven buying spree, but some homeowners feel ‘lowballed’ by offers
The buying spree continues as SpaceXAI’s subsidiary has now acquired seven homes and more land in the Southaven area.
The Back Nine Golf tees up Lakeland expansion
An indoor golf concept that has opened already in Collierville, is adding a Lakeland location, part of an expansion plan in the Memphis area.
Indie Memphis: ‘The Lorraine,’ ‘Junebug’ are different but essential Southern stories
Both are Southern films that viewers will leave knowing more and thinking more deeply. In Memphis this week, the filmmakers will be on hand to display them.
Jesse Turner Park gets more prominent entrance in South Memphis
A new set of five pillars at South Parkway and Bellevue Boulevard marks the entrance to the park, honors Turner’s legacy, and celebrates the history and culture of the community around it.
Tennessee should increase funding for economically disadvantaged students, key committee says
Education advocates in the state have long warned Tennessee’s funding formula is undercounting economically disadvantaged students.
No. 12 Mississippi rolls to victory over Auburn
Trinidad Chambliss threw for 263 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another, as Ole Miss defeated Auburn at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi.
Opinion: Two Democrats, two strategies. The question is who loses by less?
One Democrat reaches for the center. The other grabs a bullhorn. Different strategies, same problem: A national party hellbent on charging ever leftward.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Why does the DA not talk about the mayor and council not addressing the significant shortage of Memphis police officers. ...” — Steve Senteney about Mulroy says post-Task Force discussions underway
“Very impressive results from Lausanne ... Great work coaching up a freshman to start and adapting the team’s offense on the fly.” — William Lawson about Friday prep report: Lausanne wraps up No. 1 seed in D2-AA
“History never sides with the polluters ... ” — Sandy Edwards about Federal judge disagrees with Mississippi regulator, lets lawsuit against SpaceX proceed
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: The soul of Memphis can’t be divided
“Perhaps these strange new congressional districts offer an opportunity. A rural farmer may come to understand a family in South Memphis. Someone who has never set foot on a farm may come to recognize how the challenges of rural health care resemble those facing uninsured people in Memphis.”
Echols: The DeLorean and the delight of God
“There is a youthful ecstasy that accompanies God’s good gifts; playful recreation is a kind of re-creation, and if God is in the business of anything, it is most certainly re-creating.”
Movers & Shakers: Private schools add to faculty
Also, a law firm adds attorneys and a fiber network developer names a president.
Sudoku: Nov. 1
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Daily WordRow: Nov. 1
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Daily Jigsaw: Cross town rivals
Today’s puzzle features Memphis University School running back Wallace Bradshaw. Mark Weber took the photo.
Metro
Shelby County early vote tops 183,000
The total turnout countywide is the highest in Tennessee’s 95 counties. It outpaces 2022 but trails the 2018 early voter turnout for the same election cycle. Election Day is Nov. 3.
Education Feagins’ nudity contributed to ‘hostile’ environment, former MSCS employee claims in new suit
Public Safety DA says his office moving through felony cases faster despite heavier workload
Behind The Headlines Mulroy says post-Task Force discussions underway
2026 elections Elections 3 of 4 candidates for governor clash in Murfreesboro
Business
Federal judge disagrees with Mississippi regulator, lets lawsuit against SpaceX proceed
A federal judge in Mississippi ruled Friday, Oct. 30, that SpaceX’s construction of a natural gas plant in Mississippi likely violated the state’s air regulations despite Mississippi regulators allowing its construction.
Premium Real Estate Developers break ground on Union Station’s first phase
Premium Financial Services Renasant Corp. merging with Commercial Bank & Trust
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Sports
Hardaway says he feels no pressure as Tigers open the 2026-27 season
The Tigers are days away from their regular season opener against Iowa State on Monday in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
High School Sports Munford dominates Central to win region title
High School Sports Friday prep report: Lausanne wraps up No. 1 seed in D2-AA
High School Sports TSSAA first-round playoff pairings
High School Sports Collierville beats Houston to win Region 7-6A title
Food
Exclusive: Michelin-recommended restaurant welcomes new chef
The announcement of the new hire comes a little more than a week after Fawn received a Michelin Guide recommendation at a ceremony in Nashville.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: ‘Somebody’s Watching Me’ baked cheese and Calabrian chile eyeballs
Suburbs
Mississippi state auditor investigating Walls amid data center concerns
The questions from the auditor’s office come as Walls officials consider a rezoning request for more than 1,000 acres of farmland for industrial use along U.S. 61.
Premium North Mississippi DeSoto County Justice Court judge retiring
Arts & Culture
Practical Magic: The Broom Closet niche shop sweeps in a wide audience
The season of the witch is year-round at The Broom Closet, which serves many other religions and spiritualities — maybe even yours.
Music Five must-see Memphis concerts for November
Opinion
Opinion: Protecting affordable housing for people with disabilities
“People with disabilities are entitled to lead fulfilled, enriched lives. But an affordable house alone cannot sustain community living when a person also needs daily support.”
Podcasts
Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you
The Grizzlies and Tigers both had surprising, big weeks. Geoff Calkins talks about it with John Martin. Calkins then talks with local sex therapist Jennifer Valli about her own breast cancer diagnosis. And author Charles Fishman shares his thoughts about SpaceXAI.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Fright night
Today’s puzzle features Betty Newman in her garage full of Halloween decorations. Greg Campbell took the photo.