Flyway completes Tom Lee Park transformation
The 220-foot-long boardwalk two years in the making offers an elevated view of the Mississippi River just beyond the edge of Tom Lee Park.
Redbirds recap: Memphis out-wallops Norfolk for fifth consecutive win
Memphis jumped in front of Norfolk with a five-run second inning, eventually racing away to a 10-2 win.
Ole Miss drops first game in College World Series
Mississippi, in Omaha for the first time since winning the national title in 2022, fell 6-2 to North Carolina will try to stave off elimination against Troy on Sunday.
More than 100 images linked to used cellphone lead to alleged child predator’s arrest
Memphis police arrest an alleged child rapist who may have numerous victims over the past two decades or longer.
Blaze Jordan headed to St. Louis
Former DeSoto Central standout Blaze Jordan is scheduled to join the St. Louis Cardinals Friday night in Minneapolis.
SpaceX stock soars in debut and makes Elon Musk the first trillionaire
Musk became the world’s first trillionaire after shares of his rocket company SpaceX, which also operates Memphis data centers, soared in Wall Street’s biggest initial public offering of stock.
Inspire Community Cafe closing this month
The Binghampton cafe that opened with a mission of helping the community is closing its doors after seven years.
Daily Memphian postseason baseball: CBHS star named player of the year
Here are The Daily Memphian postseason baseball awards for the 2026 season, featuring our player of the year, pitcher of the year, coach of the year and all-metro teams.
Arts Beat: ‘Sweeney Todd’ unites Memphis opera and theater
Opening this week: a darkly comic thriller about a barber whose quest for revenge turns into a spree of murder and cannibalistic meat pies. It also happens to be a beloved musical.
Calkins: The road to Graceland is an international embarrassment. We drove it to find out why.
Why is it taking nearly two decades to fix Elvis Presley Boulevard? I invited state Senator Raumesh Akbari to join me in my 2015 minivan for a drive-along. Here’s what I learned.Related content:
Herrington: Why GG Jackson, Jaylen Wells could sign new Grizzlies contracts this summer
Beyond Cedric Coward, Zach Edey and Ja Morant, there are decisions to be made about the rest of the roster, and the clock’s ticking.
Opinion: Call it what it is — a tax increase
“If county government chooses to collect millions of dollars more than the state-certified revenue-neutral rate allows, taxpayers deserve the honesty of calling it exactly what it is: a tax increase.”
Redbirds, City Council tangle over AutoZone Park plans
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.
Man acquitted in killing of Young Dolph arrested again
The man who was acquitted of being the mastermind behind the killing of a Memphis rapper has been arrested on stalking and harassment charges.
Proposed Treadwell school project in question
Commissioners suggest funding should go to existing schools in need of repairs.
SpaceX adds more turbines as court fight continues
The Southern Environmental Law Center filed new documents in the NAACP’s lawsuit against SpaceX, claiming the company had added 24 more turbines.
‘Positive momentum’ in area fuels North Mississippi industrial development
Hillwood Investment Properties has broken ground on a 1.15 million-square-foot building, the first speculative building in the area in three years, which is a positive signal for the local industrial market.
What makes a good animal-control officer?
How do cities and shelters keep bad actors away from those jobs? Screenings, background checks and even scouring a candidate’s social media help, but they aren’t perfect.
Free live music series returns to Bartlett
The tribute band Almost Elton John & The Rocketmen open Bartlett’s annual series Music By The Lake at Bartlett Performing Arts & Conference Center, featuring songs from the piano entertainer.
What Daily Memphians think*
“It is difficult to understand how Elvis Presley Boulevard has remained neglected for so many years. ...” — Barry W. Moore about Calkins: The road to Graceland is an international embarrassment. We drove it to find out why.
“We should be thankful to have the Redbirds and the other events they host. The last thing we need is another empty venue. ...” — Debbie Butterick about Redbirds, City Council tangle over AutoZone Park plans
“Maybe the city should offer safe free parking in the area of the ballpark and attendance would increase. Maybe the city should increase security in the area of the ballpark and attendance would increase. ...” — Steve Senteney about Redbirds, City Council tangle over AutoZone Park plans
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Mississippi officials prepare for return to 2022 legislative maps
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson has instructed staff to begin preparing to return to the 2022 maps after the U.S. Supreme Court reversed a court order.
Sudoku: June 12
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Daily WordRow: June 12
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Daily Jigsaw: DOWD Awards
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the DOWD awards honoring Memphis music professionals and was provided by WYXR.
Metro
City Council questions need for AutoZone Park money
The council delayed a vote Tuesday on financing changes to AutoZone Park for two weeks. The new funding will help the park meet Major League Baseball’s minimum standards for its minor league ballparks.
Premium Real Estate Projects planned in Parkway Village, North Memphis, Cooper-Young and Covington Pike
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City of Memphis A legacy of pride: Civil Rights Museum launches Bayard Rustin Institute to inspire ‘angelic troublemakers’
City of Memphis Funding for Audubon Park splash pad, clubhouse moves forward
Business
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.
Premium Real Estate New York firm acquires former Memphis chemical manufacturer facility
Premium Real Estate Canada-based company buys former Fred’s HQ for $25 million
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx pilots get pay hike and working condition changes
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Sports
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.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Beyond the draft and Ja Morant, why the Grizzlies could have an active summer
Sports ‘It becomes another game’: Memphis referee reflects on his World Cup experience
Sports AutoZone extends title-sponsorship agreement with the Liberty Bowl
Sports Tigers coaches wade into political waters
Food
Dr. Bean’s Coffee opening new location in Arlington
Dr. Bean’s Coffee & Tea, founded in 2010, will be sharing the building with coffee repair-and-maintenance shop Jambards Coffee Equipment.
Premium Food News New Eats: Rosie’s Tavern is a cool bar, but it’s also an excellent restaurant
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Suburbs
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.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett passes mayor’s pay increase, property tax rate and budget
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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 Performing Arts Beauty, beast and buffet: Broadway cast, crew treated to home-cooked meals after Orpheum show
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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
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.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Etowah dinner
Today’s puzzle is from the Etowah Collective Dinner was provided courtesy of Mary Gunning.