Table Talk: Heard it through the (National Guard) grapevine
When it comes to finding out what’s happening in our communities, there’s often no way to know without actually contacting folks and asking them how they are doing.
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October 2025
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Bartlett imposes term limits
One alderman will be unable to seek reelection at the end of his term.
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Food Files: Society Memphis is back — and soon Little Italy Midtown will be, too.
Little Italy Midtown is coming back to its original space, Society Memphis has reopened under new ownership and Good Fortune Co.’s expansion will begin in the new year.
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National Guard sparks restaurant boycotts — and support campaigns
Over a month ago, Elwood’s Shack posted on social media that the East Memphis restaurant would give any member of the National Guard a free barbecue sandwich — pulled pork, brisket or chicken.
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Seminary moving to Arlington
With a growing change in how students are earning college degrees, Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary is moving from its location across from Bellevue Baptist Church to Arlington.
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The Early Word: Task force sparks boycotts; MSCS responds to ICE fears
Former Evolve CEO is still in jail, but Lindsey Whiteside is going home. Plus, what’s next on tap for the old Tamp & Tap.
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Not everyone is happy with Bartlett’s plan to save Quail Ridge
Opinions are split on whether Bartlett’s plans to resurrect Quail Ridge Golf Course and have it managed by a private entity is the best route for the suburb.
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Grizzlies 25: Santi Aldama brought familiar Spanish spice to team’s new recipe
Santi Aldama is perhaps the truest embodiment of the team’s penchant for the unexpected move up for an unexpected target.
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Takeaways from Memphis’ exhibition game against Arkansas
After Penny Hardaway’s Tigers basketball team made its first public showing of 2025-26, it is evident there is plenty to still tune up.
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Former Tiger Jahvon Quinerly ditches retirement for one-on-one tournament
Former Memphis point guard Jahvon Quinerly, once seemingly done with basketball, will be back on the court next month.
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Memphis linebacker: Must ‘respect each opponent’ in final four games
After a loss to UAB followed by bounce-back win against South Florida, Tigers linebacker Sam Brumfield lays out what’s ahead in the days to come.
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The future is bright for Downtown and Midtown, developers say
“The incentive tools work — $2 million of incentives brings about almost $9 million of investment — that is real change for our community.”
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Calkins: What happened when Calipari returned to Memphis? The only thing that could have happened, of course.
When John Calipari and Penny Hardaway walked to center court at a little after 8 p.m. Monday night, the Memphis fans rose and unleashed an ovation for them both.
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Collierville bus lot moves to final review despite pushback
Collierville leaders moved the rezoning to a final review. While Monday’s decision was not final, many residents expressed their opposition.
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The Early Word: Coach Cal gets his roses; Billy Bass has sung his last song
All nine MSCS seats are back on the 2026 ballot (again), and Halbert’s ouster attempt is back on, too.
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Eye of the tiger: ACS looks to unify schools with new logo, mascot
In an effort for uniformity across the district, Arlington Community Schools has adopted the tiger as the mascot for all schools in the system and unveiled a new logo.
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What to watch in Memphis’ Hoops for St. Jude Tip Off Classic matchup against Arkansas
Former Tigers coach John Calipari’s return to Memphis should shed some light on just how good Penny Hardaway’s Tigers will be this season.
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Federal grand jury indicts former youth pastor on 3 felony counts after controversial state sentence
An unsealed federal indictment outlines the charges against Lindsey Whiteside, a former youth pastor, who pleaded guilty in DeSoto County Circuit Court to sexual battery of a minor and received a widely criticized house arrest sentence.
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To boo or not to boo? What does Ryan Silverfield think about Tigers fans’ boos against USF?
The Tigers’ game against USF last Saturday was paused multiple times for injured South Florida players, eventually causing Memphis fans to boo.
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Finding the way: Memphians head to Spain to hike hundreds of miles
Hiking Spain’s Camino de Santiago pays meaningful dividends for Mid-Southerners who trek to Santiago de Compostela, and the cathedral where the apostle Saint James is buried.
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Memphis proved it is still an American title contender with win over USF
A meeting with South Florida was must-win for Memphis, which played like it down the stretch to upset the then-No. 18 Bulls. Now, every other game moving forward is must-win for the No. 25 Tigers, too.
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Beyond the bench: 21st Circuit Intervention Court champions recovery and responsibility
An Intervention Court in Mississippi provides an alternative to defendants handcuffed by addiction, giving them hope of an improving life.
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Coach Cal Countdown: It’s the most painful loss in Memphis history. And it hurts for a whole new reason today.
This is the final installment in a series remembering games that defined the John Calipari coaching era of Memphis Tigers basketball. Today: The 2008 NCAA title game was a painful loss. The passage of time — and changes in college basketball — make it worse.
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The Early Word: Task force hurts some restaurants and stops sharing ICE stats
Expired tag renewals jump, the Tigers football team is still a contender and we try to determine if the Orpheum is really haunted.
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Herrington: Three games in, Cedric Coward is already trying our patience
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward’s weekend breakout game echoes some lofty company. Plus, four other things Chris Herrington liked from the Grizzlies last week.
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