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    Ask the Memphian: Why hasn’t Liberty Stadium had a concert in years?

    For roughly three decades, the only musicians who played what is now the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium were marching bands. But why?

    By Jody Callahan April 21, 2025
  • Health Care

    Sting operation: Health department ramps up mosquito control

    Shelby County Health Department’s mosquito control activities are in full swing, which includes truck-mounted spraying of insecticides in some ZIP codes to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus and other human pathogens. 

    By Aisling Mäki April 20, 2025
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    Sow Project using food to change futures

    In a commercial kitchen in Frayser, something more than food is being made. Confidence, community and second chances are coming together one meal at a time.

    By Christin Yates April 24, 2025
  • Metro

    Protesters angry about everything from Social Security to Gulf of America

    Hundreds protested for or against numerous causes at Poplar Avenue and Highland Street on Saturday afternoon, carrying signs denouncing xAI, the Trump administration and one that said simply, “Where do I start?”

    By Jody Callahan April 19, 2025
  • State Government

    Downtown safety funds survive state whittling of local programs

    Rep. G.A. Hardaway, along with other Memphis lawmakers, expressed concern over the reductions and outright elimination of many Memphis organizations and programs.

    By Benjamin Smith April 17, 2025
  • South Memphis

    Affordable new housing in Soulsville takes small step forward

    Developers cut the ribbon Wednesday, April 16, on three new homes in Soulsville with plans for a total of 12. The Compass Circle developers aim to create affordable housing for first-time homebuyers.

    By Bill Dries April 16, 2025
  • Real Estate

    Mud Island project receives funding

    Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time received two grants Wednesday, April 16, to help build the immersive adventure museum at the former Mississippi River Museum on Mud Island.

    By Dima Amro April 20, 2025
  • Music

    Gallery: NLE Choppa reads his new book to Porter-Leath students

    Potts has 13 platinum singles and one platinum album.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff April 16, 2025
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    Shooting death of teenager Downtown spotlights violent week

    Sunday’s shooting underscored a troubling week for gun violence in Memphis. There have been nine murders over the past seven days, according to the city’s Weekly Crime Trends report.

    By Aarron Fleming, Bill Dries April 14, 2025
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    Ask the Memphian: What is that metal menagerie in Downtown Memphis?

    Lions, a tiger and bears, oh my, play into this week’s Ask the Memphian. Because we’re not just horsing around.

    By Jody Callahan April 14, 2025
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    This Pilates studio wants to help you evolve

    Evolve Pilates will open Saturday, May 17, at 605 N. Second St. beside Groovy Gratitude. 

    By Sophia Surrett April 20, 2025
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    Old Medical District Holiday Inn to be demolished as UTHSC modernizes

    The demolition is part of the $100 million in capital projects planned or underway that will modernize the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s aging campus.

    By Aisling Mäki April 14, 2025
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    Stars shine at Houston Track Classic

    Several competitors turned in state-leading performances in the season’s largest track and field competition in the Mid-South.

    By John Varlas April 12, 2025
  • City of Memphis

    Cossitt Library marks 132 years on Memphis riverfront

    Memphis Public Libraries marked the 1893 opening of the Cossitt on Saturday, April 12, with discussions of the history about public libraries in the city that touched on racial segregation and more.

    By Bill Dries April 15, 2025
  • Music

    Porchfest delights thousands with music, sunshine and good vibes

    “I look forward to today all year long,” said Jennifer Seidman, who hosted acts on her porch on Oliver Avenue. “To me, Porchfest is just taking that community we have and celebrating it.”

    By Jody Callahan April 13, 2025
  • Midtown

    ‘The same but better’ — Barksdale’s to reopen next week

    After a nearly $500,000 renovation, Barksdale’s will reopen in Midtown with its signature hearty breakfasts and plate lunches.

    By Jody Callahan April 11, 2025
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    Food Files: Soul food restaurant coming to former Ms. Girlee’s

    The Gourmet Gallery owners will open a new soul food restaurant at 629 Chelsea Ave., the former Ms. Girlee’s Soul Food. Also, a new burger restaurant is coming to Arlington.

    By Sophia Surrett April 11, 2025
  • Food News

    Pok Cha’s Egg Rolls, Sushi Jimmi part of new Korean-barbecue event

    Sticky ribs, honey gochujang wings, Korean hot chicken and beef bulgogi are a taste of what’s on the menu at the Korean BBQ Fest this Saturday.

    By Jennifer Chandler April 11, 2025
  • Food News

    Hi, Felicia! Long-awaited restaurant reopens in South Main Arts District

    The menu at the new Felicia Suzanne’s will feature all of the restaurant’s old favorites plus an expansion beyond Low Country fare. 

    By Jennifer Chandler April 09, 2025
  • City of Memphis

    Environmental groups say xAI violating federal law with turbines

    The groups are urging the Health Department to issue an emergency order to stop xAI’s operation of what appear to be dozens of natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis. 

    By Samuel Hardiman April 09, 2025
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    Second U of M Campus School to open but already full

    The soon-to-be former St. George’s Memphis has a waiting list — proof of high interest in the fledgling K-12 University Schools district, which has a 10-year goal of enrolling 5,000 students.

    By Laura Testino April 08, 2025
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    What to Order: Chicken roti wrap at Julles Posh Food

    Julles Posh Food Co. in East Memphis now serving lunch again, and here’s what you should try. 

    By Jennifer Chandler April 07, 2025
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    Memphis 3.0: Midtown residents divided on future land use map

    MidtownMemphis.org is encouraging residents to speak out against Memphis 3.0’s future land use map, but other residents say the city’s zoning plan will be beneficial.

    By Dima Amro April 07, 2025
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    Ask the Memphian: What is pollen, and why is there so much of it here?

    In the latest installment of Ask the Memphian, we take a look at why this city is so bad for allergy sufferers.

    By Jody Callahan April 08, 2025
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    Connection through watercolor: How a mother and daughter’s journey blended

    At the “New Works by Marion Malone and Alicja Trout” exhibit at Church Health, art by mother and daughter artists merge into one show.

    By Redding Jackson April 06, 2025

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