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    Why plant natives? Environmentalists weigh in

    The owner of a seed supplier calls the native prairie the landscape of the future. Once it’s established, it doesn’t have to be watered or fertilized.

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    Going native: Trading Bermuda grass for something bees like

    Pro tips for pollinator gardens

    By Nick Lingerfelt July 03, 2025
  • South Memphis

    The neighborhood that birthed Stax celebrates rich history

    Hundreds gather to soak up the history (and heat) where former Mayor Willie Herenton, Booker T. Jones, and Earth, Wind & Fire founder Maurice White got their start.

    By Jody Callahan June 28, 2025
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    Breakfast, barbecue and a coffee bar: Three businesses bag $56K in loans

    Three Memphis-area small businesses received thousands of dollars in loans to renovate and expand their companies. Plus, CEVA Logistics and Medtronic Logistics agree on a tax adjustment plan. 

    By Dima Amro June 26, 2025
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    Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades in the Memphis area

    Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades across the Mid-South in this guide — from Downtown Memphis to Southaven to Millington and everywhere in between. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff June 26, 2025
  • South Memphis

    City tests air quality near xAI sites

    The city conducted the testing following community concern about Elon Musk-founded xAI’s use of natural gas turbines at its supercomputer in Southwest Memphis. 

    By Samuel Hardiman June 25, 2025
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Whitehaven native pays homage to community with YMCA sculpture

    “You go to other areas (of Memphis) and they have memorable sculptures and landmarks,” the artist Lorenzo Scruggs said. “Whitehaven? We build our own landmark.”

    By Joseph Mangin June 26, 2025
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    ‘We’re just architects’: Cnct Design put in everything for Edge District development

    “We want it to be a place that’s for Memphians, by Memphians,” said John Halford, founder of Cnct Design, about the Edge District.

    By Dima Amro June 23, 2025
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    New venue aims to bring locals back to Beale

    A restaurant and event space has opened in the former Jerry Lee Lewis’ Cafe and Honky Tonk location.

    By Christin Yates June 22, 2025
  • Food News

    Last call: Cooper-Young bar closing

    If you want “one last hoorah,” it will be open until June 28. 

    By Ellen Chamberlain June 20, 2025
  • Downtown

    Newish Downtown bar and bistro closes

    The restaurant was known for experiences such as wine tastings, spirit pairings and caviar bumps. 

    By Ellen Chamberlain June 20, 2025
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    $15 Deal: By the Brewery’s Cuban grain bowl is creamy, crunchy, chewy

    “On a more recent sunny day, I stopped by this fresh oasis in search of something to kick off the summer and ordered one of my favorites: the Cuban grain bowl.”

    By Erica Horton June 19, 2025
  • Real Estate

    Downtown businesses receive $119K for renovations

    Downtown business owners received money to renovate their properties with plans for a liquor store, cafe and possibly more.

    By Dima Amro June 21, 2025
  • Real Estate

    Vacant Downtown building gets $200,000 revitalization loan

    The 18 S. Main St. building was formerly owned by developer Tom Intrator — and had been part of his plans for several Main Street properties — but was transferred during an April foreclosure sale. 

    By Dima Amro June 21, 2025
  • Downtown

    Fire damages historic theater on Beale

    When it opened, the theater was a prominent stop on the “Chitlin’ Circuit.”

    By Jody Callahan June 18, 2025
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    Southwest to revitalize theater and music buildings

    Students will gain the opportunity to pursue entertainment degrees and access to more entertainment internships, mentorships and hands-on training.

    By Sarai Bennett June 16, 2025
  • Music

    ‘Abbott Elementary’ star slated for new Memphis block party event

    A group of DJs, including actor, comedian and rapper Zack Fox, is putting the soul in summer solstice at Grind City Brewing. 

    By Elle Perry June 24, 2025
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    What to order: City Silo’s fresh take on favorites

    City Silo has a menu that doesn’t make for easy decision-making but is perfect for ordering with wild abandon and enjoying with a fresh juice and great conversation.

    By Ellen Chamberlain June 23, 2025
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    Ask the Memphian: The parkway system and its names? Make it make sense!

    In this week’s “Ask the Memphian,” we answer a reader's question: How did the city’s parkways get their names, and why are parts of them so confusing?

    By Jody Callahan July 07, 2025
  • Arts & Culture

    Where them fans at? Line dancing steps into the spotlight

    In parks and studios across Memphis, line dancing is drawing people together through shared steps, soulful music and a spirit of joy.

    By Christin Yates June 20, 2025
  • Public Safety

    Sorrow after losing son spurs parents’ quest to prevent pedestrian deaths

    The death of 14-year-old William McConnell, who died in 2022 while crossing East Parkway, inspired the William’s Walk event at Overton Park’s Old Forest.

    By Jody Callahan June 14, 2025
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    Speed and freedom: That’s why roller skating will never die

    The owners of Cordova Skating Center recently spent more than $100,000 on upgrading the rink. Why spend that kind of money? Because roller skating will never die.

    By Jody Callahan June 14, 2025
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    Far-flung influencers travel from around world to see Memphis gardens

    Attendees of The Fling, a yearly event for gardening communicators and influencers, came to Memphis to tour the horticultural wonders the city has to offer, from home gardens to Annesdale Mansion.

    By Nick Lingerfelt July 03, 2025
  • Metro

    YMCA locations reopen under precautionary protocols

    YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South locations reopened under “precautionary safety measures.” Law-enforcement officers found nothing amiss following an “unspecified threat.” 

    By Jody Callahan June 13, 2025
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    $15 Deal: Barbecue jackfruit nachos bring the Plant Based Heat

    In the past decade, jackfruit has gained increasing popularity as a meat substitute. At Plant Based Heat, it is slathered with melted vegan cheese and barbecue sauce.

    By Erica Horton June 12, 2025
  • Music

    Gonerfest announces lineup for 22nd edition

    The Cooper-Young record label and record store will bring its fest to Wiseacre Brewery on Broad Avenue for three days, with the final day at the Overton Park Shell. 

    By Elle Perry June 12, 2025

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