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  • Food News

    Moneybagg Yo to open a Downtown location of Cache 42

    The Memphis rapper is opening a second location of his restaurant and lounge, but this one will have a slightly different focus. 

    By Jennifer Chandler July 12, 2024
  • East Memphis

    New gas station planned for Poplar-Highland intersection

    A new Mapco Express convenience store could replace the Exxon/Hop-In that burned down in January at Poplar Avenue and South Highland Street.

    By Julia Baker July 12, 2024
  • Downtown

    New Mississippi River Bridge gets huge federal investment

    “This unprecedented investment in Memphis marks the single-largest transportation investment in Tennessee state history and will be transformative for our infrastructure,” Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said.

    By Bill Dries July 12, 2024
  • Elections

    Ballot Basics: Early voting July 12-27

    Here is everything you need to know about how to vote early ahead of the Aug. 1 election day in Shelby County.

    By Bill Dries August 03, 2024
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    Sterick developers have plans for newly named Stereo Alley

    The historic alleyway runs east from Second Street now to Fourth Street between Court and Madison avenues. Stuart Harris, a developer who spearheaded a renaming effort, said the “in-between” place holds “a lot of possibility and magic.”

    By Laura Testino July 15, 2024
  • Real Estate

    Proposed $741M Downtown project moving forward with new owners

    The Walk, a 29-acre development on a vacant strip of land between AutoZone Park and FedExForum, still has big plans.

    By Sophia Surrett July 11, 2024
  • Business

    Board runs over contentious Westwood gas station

    “They bring crime. People hanging out, shootings, killings,” one board member said. However, the applicant says he wants a family business in the neighborhood.

    By Jody Callahan July 11, 2024
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    Half Shell sold as longtime Memphis restaurateur retires

    With the sale of The Half Shell, Danny Sumrall looks back at the restaurant and his more than 40 years as a part of the restaurant community, having opened or purchased several of Memphis’ popular dining spots. 

    By Jennifer Chandler July 11, 2024
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    Calkins: A story about Ron Olson, pneumonia, a painting — and so many cats.

    Olson thought he was giving away a painting of a cat. Instead, he tapped into a massive, enthusiastic and wonderfully supportive cat community he didn’t know existed before.

    By Geoff Calkins July 10, 2024
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    Proposed recovery home in Midtown sparks neighbors’ concern

    “In the meeting, (a neighbor) asked, ‘Are we getting violent offenders?’ (A company representative) said he’s not allowed to discuss that.” 

    By Jody Callahan July 15, 2024
  • Education

    LeMoyne-Owen names new president

    LeMoyne-Owen is expecting an approximately 30% enrollment increase this fall.

    By King Jemison July 08, 2024
  • $15 Deals

    $10 Deal: Mr. Rusty’s Italian beef

    I got my Italian beef sandwich the only way I know how: hot and dipped. It may or may not sound sexy to you, but this is actual Italian beef terminology. Before you order one, let’s talk about the lingo.

    By Joshua Carlucci July 05, 2024
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    Landfill seeks expansion in Frayser, bringing it closer to school

    A Memphis demolition company has renewed plans to double the size of its construction debris landfill, but is again facing opposition from Frayser residents who are critical of the existing site.

    By Laura Testino July 05, 2024
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Independence Day celebrations bring Memphis community together

    “Fire trucks and Popsicles — what more do you need on the Fourth of July?”

    By Aisling Mäki July 05, 2024
  • Food News

    Sound Bites: Elwood’s Shack owner enthuses about hot dogs

    Shack owner Tim Bednarski has nine specialty hot dogs on the “Doggy Style” section of his menu.

    By Jennifer Chandler July 05, 2024
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    Calkins: Happy July Fourth, Memphis! Have a parade!

    High Point Terrace is staging its 75th Independence Day Parade this year. But the parade isn’t beloved because it’s big and spectacular. It’s beloved because it touches the heart. 

    By Geoff Calkins July 04, 2024
  • North Memphis

    Southwest Tennessee Community College sells Frayser campus

    Southwest sold its Gill Center to education neighbors Libertas, who plan to renovate the building for a middle school expansion, the organizations announced Wednesday.

    By Laura Testino July 05, 2024
  • Education

    North Memphis school set for closure will stay open under MSCS

    MSCS Superintendent Marie Feagins says Caldwell-Guthrie Elementary School, shuttered last week by its state-takeover operators, will stay open this fall and expand to take on students from Humes Middle School. MSCS closed Humes earlier this spring.

    By Laura Testino July 05, 2024
  • Neighborhoods

    How to celebrate the Fourth of July in Memphis

    Looking for fireworks to watch or an Independence Day event? This guide has you covered.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff July 03, 2024
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    Opponents of Downtown art museum will try again to stop construction

    They want a public walkway along the bluff to continue at ground level. The museum’s plans call for a public area atop the museum that offers a view of the riverbluff.

    By Bill Dries July 03, 2024
  • Metro

    Fourth of July fireworks and festivities guide

    Want to see sparks fly this week? There are fireworks shows planned for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff July 01, 2024
  • Bartlett

    Maciel’s opens third location with fourth on the way

    The popular torta and taco shop is expanding its footprint to Bartlett and Highland Heights. 

    By Jennifer Chandler July 01, 2024
  • Downtown

    Fourth of July fireworks are coming back Downtown

    Grind City sits on five acres along the Mississippi River and will use its expansive front lawn, nicknamed “the yard,” as the fireworks viewing area Thursday, July 4.

    By Jennifer Chandler June 30, 2024
  • Visual Arts

    Art museum construction can continue Downtown, court rules

    A Friday court ruling denies a request by opponents of the museum’s construction who sought a temporary injunction last September to stop construction on the riverfront.

    By Bill Dries June 28, 2024
  • Business

    Palladio lights up Central Avenue with Memphis artist’s neon sign

    The pink neon sign marks the final step in the rebranding of Palladio Interiors and Garden, an iconic Midtown business with a nearly 30-year history. 

    By Aisling Mäki June 28, 2024

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