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Pearson takes 9th District Democratic nomination

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Fri, 7 Aug 2026 06:03:43 -0500

State Rep. Justin J. Pearson capitalized on his nationwide fame and appeared ready to cruise to an easy victory in the Democratic primary.

Frontdoor beats Q2 expectations with 'record profitability'

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 12:42:48 -0500

The Memphis-based home warranty provider boasted strong results for Q2 2026.

First Horizon launches new financial institutions group

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 12:41:53 -0500

The team will provide merger and acquisition, raising capital, and business valuation services to financial institutions and other financial services entities.

Elvis Week is coming, and a new generation of fans is taking center stage

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 23:12:25 -0500

Forty-nine years after his death, thousands of fans will flock to Graceland to celebrate the life and legacy of Elvis Presley.

Peabody launches hotel-within-a-hotel

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 17:22:47 -0500

A new level of exclusivity is coming to Downtown Memphis’ Peabody hotel.

Cyclospora outbreak sends shoppers flocking to Memphis farmers markets

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 11:18:08 -0500

Farmers markets are surging, and they say distrust in America’s supply chains is a major reason.

Ruby Bridges believes 'every child deserves access to books'

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 09:26:26 -0500

The author, who was 6 when she became the first student to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans, continues to encourage young learners.

Longtime funeral home adapts to changing industry

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 04:00:14 -0500

M.J. Edwards Riverdale Life Celebration Center continues legacy while expanding offerings to include weddings and other events.

Used bookstore at Memphis Public Library reopening

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 15:16:53 -0500

Memphis Library’s secondhand bookstore at its Central location will reopen Friday, but other book sales remain paused.

International Paper beats profit expectations despite 11.3% sales drop

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:11:20 -0500

IP reported $6 billion in net sales, falling short of expectations and showing an 11.3% year-over-year decline. Overall, the company lost $12 million in the second quarter, or 2 cents per share.

Fourth of July crowds boost Downtown businesses and hotels

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:33:24 -0500

The number of people visiting Downtown is holding at about 85% of pre-COVID numbers, according to the Downtown Memphis Commission.

Tower Garden is growing by helping teachers plant roots

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:00:11 -0500

Collierville-based Tower Garden, which make vertical planting systems, is doubling down on its commitment to supporting local, sustainable produce through education.

Historic Daisy Theater begins renovations after 2025 fire

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:00:05 -0500

Renovations have been approved for the “Old” Daisy Theater on Beale Street after a June 2025 electrical fire.

Panel rules new TN district maps will stand for now, have no 'evidence of racial animus'

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:46:30 -0500

Three judges denied an injunction in a combined civil rights lawsuit that challenged Tennessee’s new congressional map. The map favors Republicans as it splits majority-Democratic Shelby County into three different districts.

Memphis Magazine, Flyer join Seattle-based media network

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:03:40 -0500

Seattle-based Noisy Creek owns six publications nationwide, including Seattle’s The Stranger, the Portland Mercury, the Chicago Reader and the Anchorage Press.

New Midtown bicycle shop gears up for business

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:26:11 -0500

A native Memphian combined two of his favorite things: bicycles and cats. The result? Dos Gatos Bike Shop.

State partners with Youth Villages to provide support for families after a crisis

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:54:02 -0500

Counselors meet with families in their homes once a week for 90 days, serving as a bridge between emergency intervention and long-term recovery as part of the new program.

Downtown DoubleTree PILOT gets green light

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:52:15 -0500

A vacant hotel Downtown just got one step closer to getting a $63 million makeover.

First Horizon reports better-than-expected second quarter results

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:51:01 -0500

Deposits, loan growth and income from interest drove the positive results, First Horizon executives said.

International Paper closes plant in Texas

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:46:18 -0500

The Memphis-based company has also temporarily suspended operations at an Alabama mill and laid off at least 350 people since the beginning of this year, as revenue continues to outpace last year.