Redbirds, Council member tangle over AutoZone Park
The Memphis Redbirds reacted on Thursday, June 11, to the Memphis City Council’s pushback on paying $5 million for repairs and renovation planning to city-owned AutoZone Park.
Pretty Lights, Widespread Panic to headline 2026 Mempho Music Fest
Also set to play: Spoon, Gary Clark Jr., De La Soul, Ziggy Marley, JJ Grey & Mofro and Fishbone.
Beauty, beast and buffet: Broadway cast, crew treated to home-cooked meals after Orpheum show
Memphis may be renowned worldwide for its barbecue and Blues, but in the Broadway realm, it’s known for its hospitality.
‘It becomes another game’: Memphis referee reflects on his World Cup experience
Chris Strickland, a California native who’s lived in Memphis for the past dozen or so years, worked at the 2006 World Cup in Germany.
New York firm acquires former Memphis chemical manufacturer facility
Perdomo Worldwide plans to open a developable site in an older industrial submarket that’s seeing a slight resurgence.
A beer cruise, a demon barber and a museum of monstrous mayhem
In this week’s To-Do List, veteran newsman Otis Sanford signs his new book, and Alabama plays mountain music — like grandma and grandpa used to play.
Hill: What might it cost the Grizzlies to trade up for a guard?
The Grizzlies have a history of moving up on draft night, but a strong talent pool and lottery rule changes make the trade market tricky.
Soul & Spirits buys Memphis Made trademark
Soul & Spirits Brewery’s purchase ensures Memphis Made Brewing Co.’s beer will still be made in the Bluff City.
Table Talk: Le Bon Appétit had the meats, sweets and more to eat
Le Bon Appétit brought a crowd of hundreds to Downtown Memphis, where they sampled offerings from 28 chefs and drinks from four mixologists.
Olive Branch Planning Commission denies new project that could have included data center
The proposed nearly-600 acre “DeSoto Innovation District” caused an uproar on social media in recent days after project documents showed a data center as a conditional use.
Tigers coaches wade into political waters
Memphis football coach Charles Huff and basketball coach Penny Hardaway have been part of Washington-related activities lately.
MDOT allocates millions for Hernando interstate exit
The Mississippi Department of Public Transportation has allocated $5.7 million for the beginning phase of improvements to the Commerce Street interstate exit in Hernando.
Bartlett passes mayor’s pay increase, property tax rate and budget
Bartlett’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the suburb’s annual budget this week, maintaining the $1.66 property tax rate.
Overton Park Shell ‘Shell-ebrates’ 90 years with free fall shows
The lineup includes celebrations for the Shell, Hattiloo and Opera Memphis; festivals like Gonerfest; and concerts like Drivin N Cryin.
AutoZone extends title-sponsorship agreement with the Liberty Bowl
AutoZone has renewed its title sponsorship of the AutoZone Liberty Bowl for six more years, including the upcoming 2026 season’s game and running through 2031.
The AM/DM podcast: Ardent Studios goes silent as lawsuits get ugly
Daily Memphian postseason softball awards: It’s a TRA sweep
Standout senior Lanie Howe and Rebels coach Johnie Sanfratello led the way for 2026.
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
What Daily Memphians think*
“The Trolley line sits abandoned. The Beale riverboat landing sits abandoned. Most of Mud Island sits abandoned. Now they want to add Autozone Park to the list? The City Council seems to be Memphis' worst enemy.” — Kelly Pouncey about City Council questions need for AutoZone Park money
“Hopefully the City of Germantown leaders have noticed and will reconsider their decision & allow a mixed-use development at arguably the number one location in all 901.” — Harold Byrd about New Eats: Rosie’s Tavern is a cool bar, but it’s also an excellent restaurant
“Well researched and written by someone who lives and breathes Memphis and understands the space. Clearly agree we need to consult the professionals in these types of important issues to keep moving Memphis forward.” — Mark Forrester about Opinion: The new Memphis zoning code could drive away the retailers we’re desperate to attract
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: ‘No wonder we are so desensitized to the slaughter’
“We are more armed than other countries, and more permissive about how those arms are stored, carried, and used. Memphis knows this reality more intimately than most cities. Gun violence is not an abstraction here; it is a daily presence.”
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Daily Jigsaw: Etowah dinner
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Metro
Funding for Audubon Park splash pad, clubhouse moves forward
The Memphis City Council approved funding for a new splash pad, parking and tree planting at Audubon Park.
City of Memphis City of Memphis confident that SpaceX will finish water recycling plant
City of Memphis City Council questions need for AutoZone Park money
State Government Cohen, Pearson drop federal redistricting lawsuit
City of Memphis A legacy of pride: Civil Rights Museum launches Bayard Rustin Institute to inspire ‘angelic troublemakers’
Business
Canada-based company buys former Fred’s HQ for $25 million
5C Data Centers bought the former Fred’s Inc. headquarters as part of its plan for a $152.1 million artificial intelligence data center.
Premium Real Estate Projects planned in Parkway Village, North Memphis, Cooper-Young and Covington Pike
Premium Real Estate Inked: Cordova Creek Apartments, Townsend Insurance and Memphis Goodwill
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Moves made in senior living, environmental consulting and financial management
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx pilots get pay hike and working condition changes
Sports
Southwind four-star prospect makes commitment decision
He is the third local player in the 2027 class to announce his commitment, joining MASE defensive tackle Jamarkus Pittman (also Ole Miss) and Collierville quarterback Brayden Santibanez (Iowa).
City of Memphis Funding for Audubon Park splash pad, clubhouse moves forward
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Beyond the draft and Ja Morant, why the Grizzlies could have an active summer
High School Sports Shot clock coming to Tennessee prep hoops — but slowly
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis coach Charles Huff in favor of new proposed eligibility model
Food
New Eats: Rosie’s Tavern is a cool bar, but it’s also an excellent restaurant
The chefs describe the menu as a playful, elevated approach to classic American tavern fare.
Premium Arlington Dr. Bean’s Coffee opening new location in Arlington
Suburbs
DeSoto County residents sue SpaceX over noise
A class action lawsuit alleges that the noise from SpaceX’s natural gas plant has eroded quality of life, and that the company hasn’t taken steps to mitigate the noise.
Premium Lakeland ‘I think he does a wonderful job’: Lakeland superintendent earns top marks in evaluation
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Spielberg new and old with ‘Disclosure Day’ and ‘Close Encounters’
Aliens are on the big — and giant — screen in Memphis, and you can stream the portrait of the life of Memphian Maurice White. And somehow, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” brings it all full circle.
Premium Business Why is Hernando’s Hide-A-Way taking a stand against AI art? It comes down to soul.
Opinion
Opinion: The new Memphis zoning code could drive away the retailers we’re desperate to attract
“A zoning code that makes Memphis harder to understand, more expensive to develop and less compatible with national retail formats is not a neutral document. It is a competitive disadvantage.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Harnessing art to overcome ADHD
During elementary school, James Jin’s teachers warned his parents that if he wasn’t placed in special education classes, he might not make it to high school.