Mississippi River at Memphis to go below flood stage Friday
For the first time since Feb. 18, the Mississippi River at Memphis is expected to go below flood stage sometime Friday.
Strickland renews talk of ‘freshwater institute’ on Mud Island
Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland has renewed talk of a “freshwater institute” on Mud Island to research the Memphis aquifer, which is the source of the city’s drinking water, and the Mississippi River.
Hard-working 901 FC defense faces tough test against New York
Defense has been key in the early season as Memphis 901 FC prepares for their second straight road game against New York Red Bulls II.
Judge overturns decision denying Baptist’s standalone Arlington ER
As community hospitals have closed in Haywood and Fayette counties, Baptist Memorial Health Care has been trying for years to get a certificate of need to build a freestanding emergency department in nearby Arlington.
Cafe Eclectic closing shop on South Highland
Café Eclectic is keeping its original restaurant open, closing its two smaller ones on the Highland Strip and Harbor Town, and expects to open a larger restaurant in Harbor Town by June.
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The AM/DM podcast: How much money goes to U of M athletes
Student-athletes can now get paid for their name, image or likeness as well as revenue-sharing payments from the school. Today, we try to sort it all out.
Public Safety Wounded MPD officer released from hospital
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Business
Memphis trucking leaders back Trump’s crackdown on unqualified drivers, say no impact here
While the Trump administration is aggressively trying to get illegal immigrants driving big trucks off the road, local trucking officials say recruitment and other national issues play a bigger role in Memphis.
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Sports
Anthony Edwards leads Minnesota to comeback win over Grizzlies
Anthony Edwards scored 13 points, including three 3-pointers, in the fourth quarter as the Wolves pulled away.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Timberwolves 117, Grizzlies 110
High School Sports Division 2 state basketball tournament preview: Briarcrest, Hutchison, St. George’s two wins from gold ball
Metro Daily Memphian sports wins writing, photography honors and an APSE first
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Food
British pub coming to Overton Square’s former Robata space
Dog & Bone, 2116 Madison Ave., will be a British pub, featuring a mix of British, European and American beers and cocktails and a menu that includes British favorites.
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Suburbs
Warby Parker trying on the Memphis market
This would be the high-end eyeglass retailer’s first brick-and-mortar store in the area.
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Arts & Culture
‘Mean Girls’ launches 2026-27 season at Playhouse on the Square
“Ain’t Too Proud” and “Les Miserables” are two more shows coming to Playhouse on the Square next season.
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Opinion
Calkins: It’s just what Memphis needed. A win for the city’s sports.
Professional tennis is returning to the city. That isn’t some accident. It’s because Memphis did something very, very well. Related content:
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How much money goes to U of M athletes
Student-athletes can now get paid for their name, image or likeness as well as revenue-sharing payments from the school. Today, we try to sort it all out.
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Games
Sudoku: March 3
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.