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<strong>Family members watch the Central Gardens July 4th parade on Friday, July 4, 2025.</strong> (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)Midtown

Central Gardens paradegoers celebrate holiday with mixed feelings

Midtown Fourth of July celebration attracts hundreds, but many who came said they had mixed feelings about the holiday this year.

By Jody Callahan 21 hours ago
Food News

Celtic Crossing reopening after crash

“Structurally, things may be a little different,” said the owners, but the Cooper-Young pub is coming back with a new cocktail to mark the occasion. 

By Ellen Chamberlain July 03, 2025
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Escape Room, Amuse owners find next challenge in former Bari space

A new hangout spot is coming to Midtown Memphis that brings a twist to the traditional game night. 

By Sophia Surrett June 30, 2025
Food News

Celtic Crossing hit by out-of-control vehicle

Video posted to social media shows the driver crashing into the Cooper-Young restaurant’s front patio without making efforts to brake.

By Ellen Chamberlain June 30, 2025

  • Update Neighborhoods

    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
  • 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
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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 June 16, 2025
  • Midtown

    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
  • 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
  • Premium Neighborhoods

    Historically Black medical college coming to Memphis

    Meharry’s expansion to Memphis is the first step in Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church’s $310 million, mixed-use development.

    By Bill Dries June 10, 2025
  • Premium Real Estate

    The Blvd’s pastor talks ‘community-informed’ master plan

    As it stands now, the Temple Israel building will come down to make way for Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church’s new church home.

    By Bill Dries June 05, 2025
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    Mississippi Boulevard church announces $310M redevelopment plan

    The century-old congregation would move from its current sanctuary to a new church at the corner of Poplar Avenue. 

    By Bill Dries June 09, 2025
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    Barksdale brings back all-day breakfast after one-man protest

    One determined diner with a handmade sign helped bring all-day breakfast back to Barksdale.

    By Christin Yates June 03, 2025
  • Premium Neighborhoods

    Ask the Memphian: To beat summer heat, where can you swim in Memphis?

    Wherever you go, be safe, watch out for others and make sure to do at least one cannonball off the diving board.

    By Jody Callahan June 11, 2025
  • Midtown

    Can you spell and drink at the same time?

    Those who fancied themselves good spellers gathered Saturday at Crosstown Brewing Co. for the Drunken Dictionary Spelling Bee.

    By Jody Callahan May 31, 2025
  • Midtown

    Prairie Farms Dairy to close Memphis plant

    The announcement said Prairie Farms will work with area manufacturers and employment agencies to support transitions.

    By Dima Amro June 12, 2025
  • Premium Food

    $15 Deal: Feast & Graze’s salmon BLT tacos are medley of bold flavors

    This fan favorite includes smoked salmon, white cheddar, capers, garlic aioli, bacon, green-leaf lettuce and cherry tomatoes — all on grilled naan. 

    By Erica Horton June 01, 2025
  • Premium Spirit of Memphis

    Midtown’s Fantastic Fans is closing, but the Fan Doctor will make house calls

    “Once it passes into history,” said a fan, “we will have lost another unique part of what makes Midtown, Midtown.” 

    By Nick Lingerfelt May 25, 2025
  • Premium Arts & Culture

    ‘Movie night for the whole city’ coming to a screen near you

    With concessions curated by the chefs at Kinfolk, Hard Times Deli and Comeback Coffee, photo installations and a 40-foot screen, there’s a new club in town, and it’s all about bringing the community to the movies. 

    By Kelsey Bowen May 19, 2025
  • Premium Dining Guides

    What to Order: Fawn’s braised short rib is a tender bite of heaven

    The smoky, salty octopus pepperonata was a close second. 

    By Erica Horton May 25, 2025
  • Premium Business

    From diagnosis to dessert: Jacques Louise brings gluten-free baking to Midtown

    When wedding photographer Savannah Kenney was diagnosed with celiac disease, she suddenly found herself cut off from the shared experiences that surround food.

    By Christin Yates May 25, 2025
  • Midtown

    Liberty Park hotel, apartments could break ground this fall, city says

    Work on a hotel and apartments at the former Mid-South Fairgrounds property may begin in the fourth quarter of 2025. The projected opening date is in early 2027. 

    By Samuel Hardiman May 16, 2025
  • Premium Neighborhoods

    Garden variety: Tour 270 local gardens in 35 neighborhoods

    Hear the birdsong, dance under a tree. Experience Memphis Gardens founder hopes to inspire locals to love their own yards. 

    By Nick Lingerfelt May 23, 2025
  • Premium Food

    From Cafe Ole to Cooper’s: A new name, new look and a nod to an emu

    What was once Cafe Ole has transformed into Cooper’s and, as the owner said, “the only thing we kept was the bacon-wrapped shrimp.” 

    By Christin Yates May 11, 2025
  • Premium Food News

    Midtown TJ Mulligan’s to close with owner citing crime concerns

    “The landlord and I talked about it, and it’s probably the best thing for the area to not have an establishment open after 10 p.m.,” owner Lee Adams said.

    By Jody Callahan May 08, 2025
  • Premium Music

    Growlers going back to roots with local bands

    Two concert bookers from Growlers join Minglewood Hall, precipitating changes at both venues. 

    By Jody Callahan May 07, 2025
  • Premium $15 Deals

    $10 Deal: Grit Bowl at Barksdale’s sticks to your bones

    From the updated Barksdale’s menu, this one might be the best expression of Bryant Bain’s culinary DNA: Southern roots laced with Tex-Mex flair. Think huevos rancheros meets Delta comfort.

    By Joshua Carlucci May 06, 2025
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Burke’s storied 150-year history could fill a book

    Founded in Downtown Memphis in the decade after the Civil War, Burke’s Book Store has survived through four locations, six sets of owners, and a rapidly changing retail landscape that has devoured many larger bookstores.

    By Jody Callahan April 30, 2025
  • Premium Food News

    Team behind Cameo bringing fresh new concept to Cooper-Young

    At Fawn, the newest addition to Cooper-Young, the philosophy behind both the food and drinks is intentional, seasonal and a little adventurous.

    By Christin Yates April 23, 2025

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