Musk confirms two additional sites near Macrohard data center
Elon Musk confirmed that two new sites at Colossus II are under development, as the company and its subsidiaries continue to buy more Southaven land.
Crosstown Concourse CEO stepping down, moving into a new role
For the first time since it opened, Crosstown Concourse is looking for a new lead executive.
Scott Colom takes DeSoto, final verdict still awaits on statewide results
Mississippi’s tight U.S. Senate race between Democrat Scott Colom and incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith still remains undecided with Colom — as of Thursday morning —leading by less than a percentage point.
Collierville girls, CBHS runner take second places at state cross country championships
The Collierville girls cross country team placed second at the TSSAA state championship meet, and CBHS standout Noah Mullenix placed second in the D2-AA race Thursday at Shelby Farms.Related content:
St. Jude calls on volunteers for marathon weekend
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital still needs volunteers for its marathon weekend, including for its Health and Fitness Expo and Race Day, officials said.
Walls police officer-involved crash leaves fatalities
A Walls police officer was involved in a crash that killed three people on U.S. 61 in the small Mississippi town.
Could a Memphian join the villa? ‘Love Island USA’ casting for new season
Next summer, “Love Island USA” could have its first Memphian Islander.
Memphis vs. VCU: What to know for Tigers’ home opener
The Tigers will play their first home game of the 2026-27 season against VCU, after starting the year with a win over No. 18 Iowa State.
ECS standout voted Player of the Week
This week’s winner helped his team secure a No. 2 playoff seed in Division 2-AA with a victory over rival St. George’s.
7 local players named Mr. Football semifinalists
Munford’s Tay Starks is honored for the third time in Class 5A. The winners for the state’s top individual award will be announced Dec. 6 in Nashville.
Final Dandy Dozen rankings: Briarcrest ends at No. 1
Southwind and Whitehaven round out the top three teams in this season's final Dandy Dozen rankings.
$15 Deal: Little Petals’ all-you-can-eat lunch buffet
You might do a double take when you see the price for Little Petals’ all-you-can-eat lunch buffet.
Indie Memphis, hot wings and the start of holiday shopping
In this week’s To-Do List, the Metal Museum can fix your broken spoon (but not your heart), and Friends of George’s comes with a campy Christmas musical.
Memphis investors buy Central Station hotel with plans to reinvigorate South Main landmark
Staley Cates, Bill Rhodes, Henry Turley and Kevin McEniry are among the buyers of the 123-room hotel, which will get a rebrand, an Oak Steakhouse, a cafe and a private club.
Analysis: How Tennessee’s congressional delegation changed with Tuesday’s elections
Despite Republicans’ redistricting efforts, it appears Tennessee will retain a Democrat in its U.S. House of Representatives delegation — just not one from Memphis. But despite losses, the city’s Democrats may have paths forward in future elections.
High school football statistical leaders through regular season
Here are the Memphis-area high school football stat leaders in rushing, passing, receiving and scoring through the end of the regular season.
TSSAA first-round playoff preview: Race for the BlueCross Bowl begins Friday
Defense has carried the day for several hopefuls, including Fairley, MASE, Middle College and Mitchell.
The Indie Memphis Film Festival is back. Here’s a viewer’s guide.
After a one-year hiatus and with reconstituted leadership, the Indie Memphis Film Festival returns this week.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Excellent! That building has needed a wrecking ball for twenty years.” — Kelly Pouncey about Inked: 56-year-old shopping center could be demolished to make way for apartments
“We acted like we’ve never seen a press or a trap before. Dribbled right into them. Rick Carlisle is a fantastic coach and showed it tonight.” — Mark Mitchell about Grizzlies drop second straight game in loss to Pacers
“Good luck to all the Memphis area teams!” — Colton Cockrum about State cross-country preview: Memphis again hosting Tennessee’s best
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901 Hot Wing Fest brings bold flavors for all to taste — and for a good cause
Twenty teams plan to compete and offer chicken wings samples to attendees at the fourth annual 901 Hot Wing Fest. Organizer Derek Fairchilds talked to Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” about the free event, Memphis wings and more.
Indie Memphis: ‘The Lorraine,’ ‘Junebug’ are different but essential Southern stories
Both are Southern films that viewers will leave knowing more and thinking more deeply. In Memphis this week, the filmmakers will be on hand to display them.
Sudoku: Nov. 5
Are you ready for these puzzles?
Daily WordRow: Nov. 5
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: South Memphis ‘Reflections’
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the “Reflections” sculpture by Arnold Thompson at L.E. Brown Park that was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
Metro
Ask the Memphian: What were the closest elections in Memphis history?
Before Memphis heads to the polls tomorrow, a look back at the closest elections in city history — Herenton won by 142 votes, and Crump’s 1909 win was even closer. One historian thinks it may have been stolen.
Premium Education MSCS cleaning contracts offer first test for audit-response plan
Premium Spirit of Memphis Breakaway pulls back, but Memphis running community keeps growing
Premium Elections Analysis: The decision to ‘crack’ Memphis could backfire, but not in the way you think
2026 elections Elections Tennessee voters approve 3 constitutional amendments
Business
Inked: 56-year-old shopping center could be demolished to make way for apartments
A shopping center built in 1970 might be cleared. Plus, a national supplier has bought an Olive Branch warehouse as part of its growth plans.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Breakaway pulls back, but Memphis running community keeps growing
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Christ Community Health Services names new leadership
Real Estate Pickering Firm expands into East Tennessee
Health Care Blood donations needed as holidays approach, major nonprofit says
Sports
Nemanja Popovic finds way to impact win against Iowa State despite not playing
Nemanja Popovic’s name doesn’t show up anywhere on the stat sheet of the Memphis Tigers’ 80-76 win over No. 18 Iowa State, but he still found a way to impact the game’s second half.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Hardaway and the Tigers make resounding statement with major upset win against No. 18 Iowa State
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Picking apart the Grizzlies’ hot start, Boozer’s triple-double
Memphis Tigers Basketball Jayden Reid leads Memphis Tigers to season-opening win against No. 18 Iowa State
Memphis Tigers Basketball Hana Haden picks up first win as Memphis coach against LeMoyne-Owen
Food
What to Order: Gussied Up’s smashburgers — and other unexpected surprises, too
The smashburger is what brought Harrison Downing, Cole Jeanes and Schuyler O’Brien together as business partners and helped establish them as familiar names on Memphis’ culinary scene.
Dining Guides Downtown Dining Week returns with restaurant deals, parking specials and prizes
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: ‘Somebody’s Watching Me’ baked cheese and Calabrian chile eyeballs
Suburbs
Mike Palazzolo reflects on 3 decades of service to Germantown
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo reflects on his time in office, days ahead of voters choosing his successor.
2026 elections Elections Marshall wins reelection in Collierville, 2 alderman races headed to runoff
2026 Elections Elections Lakeland reelects Josh Roman as mayor
Arts & Culture
Practical magic: The Broom Closet niche shop sweeps in a wide audience
The season of the witch is year-round at The Broom Closet, which serves many other religions and spiritualities — maybe even yours.
Arts & Culture Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar hopefuls ‘Wild Horse Nine,’ ‘La Bola Negra’
Arts & Culture The Indie Memphis Film Festival is back. Here’s a viewer’s guide.
Opinion
Herrington: Playing true and false on Memphis Grizzlies first impressions
Ty Jerome’s basketball philosophy, Zach Edey’s quick feet and Cameron Boozer’s quick decisions were among Week 1 Memphis Grizzlies highlights.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Italian wine and cheese with Bari’s Rebecca Severs
Rebecca Severs joined Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” to talk about running Midtown staple Bari Ristorante e Enoteca, working with her husband and three sons and the restaurant’s Italian wine and cheese programs.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: The pie pick of the patch
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of pumpkins from Jones Orchard that was taken by Patrick Lantrip.