Booker T. Washington High celebrates 100 years
Booker T. Washington High opened in 1873 as Clay Street School but moved to its current location in 1926.
State champ Mathile Walker adds to her family’s golfing history
ECS junior Mathile Walker has matured on an off the course. Her grandfather, in particular, would be very proud.
Daily Memphian postseason golf awards: State champs from MUS, ECS honored
Brantley Moore won his second straight state title for the Owls while Mathile Walker made school history for ECS. Chip Campbell from MUS is our top coach.
New league, new name: Memphis Hound Dogs are no more
Memphis’ indoor-football team plans to play in a new league with a new nickname in 2027.
VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
The U.S. Veterans Affairs clinic has seen more than 3,500 veterans since it opened June 1, U.S. Veterans Affairs officials said.
Arts Beat: Two Tony Award-winning shows open
One is a musical based on the real jam session at Sun Records, while another play, pre-dating the COVID pandemic, explores vaccination debates at a school.
Bailey: Moratorium is becoming a popular word in connection with data centers
A number of local governments are looking to moratoriums to slow the consideration of data centers until proper studies and zonings are considered.
Former DeSoto County, Memphis developer arrested
“I can’t imagine the destruction he’s left behind. It’s repulsive,” a former employee said.
Takeover consultant wants MSCS to have a ‘transformational superintendent’ hired by December
None of the nine state appointees poised to take control of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools system will say whether they intend to act on the superintendent hiring timeline included in documents most of them voted to accept. Related content:
Calkins: Her dad told her not to follow in his footsteps. Now, at 44, she’s Shelby County’s top new firefighter.
At 44, Katie Barrett is the Shelby County Fire Department’s top recruit. Her message to anyone, especially women: “It’s never too late.”
New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing
That restaurant landscape in Bartlett includes some that are opening, some that have closed, some that are renovated and some that are victims of vandalism.
Crosstown Brewing Co. to close after 8 years
“We’re proud of our team, proud of the beer we made and even prouder of the community that grew up around it,” said co-founder and owner Will Goodwin in a statement.
Opinion: ‘Memphis needs more pathways to opportunity. CBU is one of them.’
“CBU has faced real challenges in recent years. We should not minimize them, and we should not allow them to define us. Our responsibility is to make the choices necessary to ensure this university can continue serving students and Memphis for generations to come.”
Food Files: Egg-sandwich pop-up opens in permanent Southaven space
Also, Gussied Up sets an opening date, and La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant opens a third spot.
Memphis Safe Task Force pursuit ends in fatal multi-vehicle crash
A 32-year-old man is facing vehicular homicide and other charges following a high-speed pursuit with law enforcement on Wednesday.
Banana Ball returning to Memphis
After selling out AutoZone Park earlier this year, Banana Ball’s Party Animals and Indianapolis Clowns will make a return trip to Memphis in 2027.
What Daily Memphians think*
“The lenders in these fiascos need to tighten up their credit standards and perfect the art of due diligence.” — Al Montgomery about Former DeSoto County, Memphis developer arrested
“I am doubtful that any decent and qualified person would want to be superintendent at MSCS right now.” — Rebekah Doe about Takeover consultant wants MSCS to have a ‘transformational superintendent’ hired by December
“Great story....best of luck Katie!” — Sandra Lemons about Calkins: Her dad told her not to follow in his footsteps. Now, at 44, she’s Shelby County’s top new firefighter.
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Sudoku: Oct. 16
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 16
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Daily Jigsaw: Little Women in the attic
Today’s puzzle features the cast of “Little Women: The Broadway Musical,” which continues its run this weekend at Germantown Community Theatre. GCT provided the photo.
Metro
U of M has highest rate of students passing bar exam in more than a decade
The U of M law school posted its highest bar-passage numbers in more than a decade, but school officials are aiming higher.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Calkins: She’s 110. Yes, 110. And after all those years, she has learned what matters most.
Elections Turbulent political season arrives at last election of 2026
City of Memphis Accessible baseball field coming to Tobey Park
Education As teacher turnover climbs in Memphis, lower-performing schools face a deepening staffing crisis
Business
IP reveals name of overseas spinoff
International Paper confirmed its spinoff company name today with an announcement it will hold an investors event in London next month.
Premium Business SpaceXAI leases large Southaven warehouse
Business ‘Kindness, warmth, and grace’: Friends, family remember war vet and ‘Wonders’ series leader Jon Thompson
Premium Real Estate Marriott extended-stay hotel opens first Memphis-area location
Premium Real Estate Belle Mont’s second phase gets 10-year PILOT
Sports
On Tapp for the Tigers: What’s been happening to the Memphis edge rusher ‘has been borderline criminal’
Edge rusher J’Mond Tapp has been making his presence known to opponents of the Memphis Tigers.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Notes and predictions on every NBA team
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions
Memphis Tigers Basketball More than 3K show up to Memphis Madness Zoo Hoops
High School Sports Week 9 high school football preview: Central looks to remain unbeaten
Food
Table Talk: How Dunkin’ and BWW Go go together
Ever since Sophia Surrett first heard that Buffalo Wild Wings Go would share space with Dunkin’ on Poplar Avenue, she’s been intrigued to see how the two concepts work in one building.
Food News Pat Neely back with another barbecue show
Suburbs
Millington pauses new data center applications for 6 months
Officials say they want zoning rules in place before a large-scale computing facility is proposed.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett names Oct. 13 for ‘Greybeard’ Sanders, advances Innovation Park
Arts & Culture
Project Pat to headline LeMoyne-Owen’s ‘LOChella’ homecoming fest
The LOChella Music Festival and Tailgate is open to the public and will feature student performers and food trucks on Oct. 24.
Music 1 concert, 6 hours of music, no stops: What is Memphis Drone?
Opinion
Opinion: ‘What would it mean to extend mercy to someone like Christa Pike?’
“Pike deserves to be held accountable for murder. Nothing about mercy diminishes her victim’s life or her loved ones’ loss. But it is hard to believe Tennesseans would be safer if the state once again tries to kill Pike.”
Podcasts
Calkins: Mayor Paul Young on data centers, the Grizzlies, his favorite place in the city — and why he’s taking a fresh approach to media
Memphis Mayor Paul Young is the first guest on the Geoff Calkins Podcast. Why? “It is intentional for me,” he said. “I want people to understand I’m not ducking, dodging any question or any issue.”
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Go Big Orange
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Tennessee mascot Smokey joining fans in a dance that was taken by Camden Hall for the Associated Press.