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    Local arcade offers trip down memory lane

    Original machines for games such as Joust, Mortal Kombat, Mario Bros., Pac-Man and others fill the arcade as hits from the ‘80s blast through the speakers. 

    By Jasmine McCraven October 24, 2022
  • Sports

    Does Memphis need a professional soccer stadium?

    In a city with plenty of needs, the plan to build a new soccer stadium on the site of the Mid-South Coliseum may seem like a tough ask. But 901 FC makes a convincing case as to why it must leave AutoZone Park and have its own home. 

    By Tim Buckley October 28, 2022
  • Performing Arts

    Singing, dancing and dying: ‘Evil Dead: The Musical’

    New Moon Theatre Co. is staging a spoof of the “Evil Dead” movie, just in time for Halloween. But you might want to avoid the splash zone.

    By Jordan Arellano October 24, 2022
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    Buckley: Here’s an idea to keep Coliseum still standing

    If a soccer stadium is built where the Coliseum currently stands, it will be the last piece of the puzzle at Liberty Park, a $126 million mixed-use project on the old Fairgrounds site.

    By Tim Buckley October 21, 2022
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    NatureZen: Take a deep breath and experience the healing power

    Inspired by the Japanese concept of shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” the Overton Park Conservancy is focused on connecting the community to nature. A week of mindful, outdoor activities begin with a stroll through the Old Forest.

    By Keely Brewer October 17, 2022
  • Health Care

    Shelby County grant boosts Choices’ nurse midwife program

    Officials said the grant is intended to reduce maternal and infant mortality, particularly among the county’s Black population.

    By Aisling Mäki October 17, 2022
  • Midtown

    Cooper-Young tree becomes Gnome House

    Cooper-Young neighbors and passersby might have noticed a new addition to the Midtown community recently.

    By Judaea Driscoll October 14, 2022
  • Real Estate

    Three of Cups Wine Bar, Jazzy J’s Sports Bar on tap for Memphis

    Three of Cups will have a small food menu focused on charcuterie and a small vermouth beverage program instead of a full-service cocktail menu

    By Neil Strebig October 14, 2022
  • Midtown

    Cooper-Young rainbow crosswalk nears completion

    Cooper-Young’s rainbow crosswalk will be finished this weekend, making it the state’s first complete commemorative rainbow crosswalk for the LGBTQ community.

    By Alicia Davidson October 06, 2022
  • Food News

    Entrepreneur brings feel of home to Cooper-Young restaurant

    Ashtar Garden is expected to open Saturday, Oct. 8 in Cooper-Young and will feature both breakfast and nightlife options. 

    By Jordan Arellano March 06, 2023
  • Midtown

    Pride-themed march in Midtown protests cancellation of drag show

    “We have families and rights. To see the children, who were having a good time, crying and terrified, was horrible,” said organizer Jenna Dunn. “It lit a fire inside of me that was already burning.”

    By Joshua Carlucci October 03, 2022
  • Midtown

    Gordon Food Service opens in Midtown for both home consumer, wholesale customers

    Gordon Food Service opened to a big crowd, as shoppers got their first look at the new grocery store. Weren’t there? Take a tour of the store with Jennifer Biggs. 

    By Jennifer Biggs September 30, 2022
  • Food

    Gordon brings a new kind of grocery experience to Memphis

    Gordon Food Service opens in Midtown on Thursday and it’s a new kind of grocery for Memphis, a wholesale and retail combination complete with a big produce section and a deli.

    By Jennifer Biggs September 26, 2022
  • Spirit of Memphis

    It’s not much of a stretch: Yoga class balances exercise, generosity

    A mix of beginner and intermediate yoga fans gathered for “Freedom of The Soul,” a unique healing experience to benefit Grace House of Memphis. 

    By Jasmine McCraven October 10, 2022
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    After nearly 17 years on-call 24/7, Sister Maureen retires from Dorothy Day

    In 2003, no shelter in Memphis took in homeless families, let alone a struggling mom or dad with teenage sons. Sister Maureen founded the Dorothy Day House so families asking for help wouldn’t be split up.

    By Jane Roberts September 24, 2022
  • Health Care

    The Eye Center marks 20 years of helping Memphians see more clearly

    During its 20 years, more than 687,000 patients have visited The Eye Center at the Southern College of Optometry, and 10,000 have received for free or assisted eye health and vision care made possible through private grants and donations.

    By Aisling Mäki September 21, 2022
  • The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more

    Remaking Madison Avenue, one block, one sidewalk and one tree at a time

    Here’s how MidtownMemphis.org is working with other groups on the Madison Avenue Improvement Project to beautify a busy Midtown street.

    By Eric Barnes October 10, 2022
  • Arts & Culture

    Cooper-Young Festival returns Saturday

    One of the standards of the festival season — the Cooper-Young Festival will take over the Midtown neighborhood Saturday with vendors, artists and entertainment.

    By Alicia Davidson September 15, 2022
  • Food News

    My Favorite Things: Bird’s nest egg rolls at Tuyen’s Asian Bistro

    The Saigon Le bird’s nest egg rolls are under development at Tuyen’s Asian Bistro. They’re as good as ever, but not ready for everyone until Tuyen Le says they’re good enough.

    By Jennifer Biggs September 13, 2022
  • Public Safety

    Community members gather to grieve at interfaith prayer service

    “Love thy neighbor” is what attendees at an interfaith gathering at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church were reminded of Monday, Sept. 12.

    By Julia Baker September 13, 2022
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    Mid-South Coliseum’s future uncertain despite Liberty Park transformation

    The Fairgrounds transition to Liberty Park began with a 2003 fire that brought down a 1920s landmark. What followed was a complex, political and at times contradictory path to change.

    By Bill Dries September 07, 2022
  • Midtown

    Audubon Park could earn spot on the National Register of Historic Places

    “For more than seventy years, Audubon Park has been a significant site of recreation and entertainment for Memphis residents,” the proposal states. A state board will consider the proposal in two weeks.

    By Ian Round September 01, 2022
  • Real Estate

    Scooter’s Coffee closer to Midtown location, in former CK’s

    The Memphis Landmarks Commission board approved plans for a Scooter’s Coffee drive-thru location at 1698 Poplar Ave. 

    By Neil Strebig August 26, 2022
  • Midtown

    ‘Crosstown Splashdown!’ returns to Crosstown Concourse

    “Crosstown Splashdown!” will return to the Crosstown Concourse plaza Saturday, Aug. 20, offering Memphis families a chance to beat the heat with a waterslide, sprinklers, spin-art machines, a DJ and more as Summer comes to a close.

    By Alicia Davidson August 20, 2022
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    New Eats: Tuyen’s Asian Bistro on Cleveland becoming a hot spot

    The two most popular items on the menu are the house egg rolls and the lemongrass tofu, both for good reason.

    By Jennifer Biggs August 08, 2022

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