Luke McLaurine is a World War II veteran who’s lived through 40% of America’s 250 years. He’s a survivor of Nazi prison camps, flies a flag at his house and says daily doughnut consumption is the key to longevity.
When it comes to summer gatherings, there is one dish that is always on the table when Ernie Mellor is hosting.
Also, director Sam Pollard’s Lorraine Motel documentary will show at the Nashville Film Festival.
“Our family has operated premium cigar stores in the Memphis area for over 40 years,” franchisees James and Teresa Knaus said in the application filed. “We purchased 612 S. Cooper St. to fully invest in the city.”
As manufacturers nationwide and in Memphis work to fill workforce gaps, veterans could play a role in meeting hiring needs.
Coach Penny Hardaway has put together another tough slate of games to create the opportunity for Memphis to play its way into earning an NCAA Tournament at-large bid.
Everything will be new for Cam Boozer when he takes the court for his first summer league game, including his shoes.
The Memphis Grizzlies announced their summer league roster on Friday afternoon, and it will feature several different players from the 2025-26 roster.
A DeSoto County Schools board member is suing District Attorney Matthew Barton for defamation.
For the second consecutive year, Collierville’s Independence Day Celebration featured a special video from the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Robby Grant joined Eric Barnes on this episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about how WYXR has evolved, the range of program and events it supports and the station’s growth into an arts and community organization.
“What was once a simple Fourth of July with fireworks on a single day has stretched into a week-long celebration with aerial displays across the dark suburban skies.”
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“Thank you Mr. McLaurine, for reminding us to be grateful. Thank you for your service.” - Millie Katzen about Calkins: He’s a 102-year-old American hero. And he bakes cookies, too.
“W&A has been a great story of entrepreneurial success for Memphis. David has built and expanded on the foundation laid by his father and mother and their solid values. I hope its new center of power, now geographically far from Memphis, will not lessen the Waddell legacy as a bragging point for Memphis reputation as a hot bed of entrepreneurship. Best of luck to you David and your Memphis team!” - Leo Arnoult about Merger results in wealth-management firm overseeing $10B in assets
“Glad the space is being occupied again. Been vacant at least 5 years if I’m not mistaken.” - Gary Karnaghon about Food Files: Tous les Jours headed to the Square
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Today’s puzzle celebrates Independence Day with a photo provided by Shutterstock.
Even before a federal judge halted the state takeover of MSCS, it’s unclear whether the new oversight board had final-approval authority over any of the other contracts elected board members approved Tuesday. And the questions don’t stop there.Related content:
There are only a couple of fireworks stands within Shelby County, but they are anticipating a booming business up until Fourth of July on Saturday.
Having the new Grizzlies rookie perform the Redbirds’ first pitch has become a ceremonial introduction to the city. But this moment also introduces a new Grizzlies era.
Complete with its new patio, Celtic Crossing is packed with fans watching the World Cup — especially the U.S. matches. As owner DJ Naylor said, “There’s life in the old dog years.”
At issue is the passage of two Mississippi laws last year giving DeSoto County two additional judgeships.
In this week’s To-Do List, we tell you where to get red, white and boozy and how to see Kirk Whalum play for free.
Opinion by Joseph Ryan Kelly: “If Mayor Young truly believes Anthropic’s partnership with xAI is unequivocally good news for Memphis, then he is badly misreading the moment.”
What will happen to Memphis’ spot on the PGA tour and one of Memphians’ favorite events?
Today’s puzzle features the bar area of J Woods Sports Bar and was taken by Brad Vest.