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Dying Delta Towns Compare Notes on Data Centers

L to R: Tonya Calhoun, Senior Director, Community Engagement, EDF; Stacie Walters Fujii, Community and Local Government Advisor; Asia Guest, Program Coordinator, Community Engagement, Environmental Defense Fund. Stein Antiques, The Glory Grill and Davis Automotive repair shop are still up and running, surrounded by empty buildings shot through with roping...

Earle, AR · 2d

WKRN News 2

Tennessee high schools closing at alarming rates

Tennessee · 2d

WREG

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Health department on possible cause of mystery stench in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Health Department may have gotten to the bottom of a foul smell reported across parts of Memphis and Shelby County this week. For days, residents have been complaining online about a strong odor that smelled like sewage or something rotten. The health department said it has been working with […]

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Atlanta Black Star

Memphis Station’s Decision to Let Reporter Go Days After Pressing Marsha Blackburn About Black Residents Has Viewers Crying Foul

Outrage is growing after FOX13 Memphis let go of Black reporter Rob Sneed from his freelance position, shortly after he questioned Tennessee Gov.-elect Marsha Blackburn […] Memphis Station’s Decision to Let Reporter Go Days After Pressing Marsha Blackburn About Black Residents Has Viewers Crying Foul

Tennessee · 2d

takingthekids.com

This Unassuming Tennessee Restaurant Serves Some Of Memphis’s Most Beloved Italian Sandwiches

A restaurant that opens for just three hours a day still manages to fill its parking lot by lunchtime. That alone tells you the sandwiches must be doing some heavy lifting. The menu leans hard into Italian comfort food. Think muffulettas, meatball sandwiches, spicy Italians, square pizza, and banana pudding to close things out.

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Fox News

Memphis football coach Charles Huff leans into job rumors with brutally honest comments about recruiting

Charles Huff's press conference comments about leaving Memphis for "something bigger" and taking players with him have stunned the college football world.

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The Commercial Appeal

What restaurants are open on Thanksgiving in Memphis? See the list

Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, family and the kind of massive, home-cooked feast that takes three days of preparation and 300 trips to Kroger. But let’s face it… sometimes the thought of basting turkeys, making homemade cornbread stuffing and spending the day in a chaotic kitchen is enough to make you thankful someone else can do the cooking for you. If you’re feeling this way, you’re in luck. A wide variety of local restaurants are keeping their doors open (and their ovens heated) just for you. So, if you’re hoping to trade your measuring cups for a dinner reservation this Turkey Day, here are the Mid-South restaurants open on Thanksgiving, which falls on Nov. 26 this year. THANKSGIVING EVE IN MEMPHIS: Best Memphis bars for Thanksgiving Eve? 9 spots worth a visit Bardog Tavern 73 Monroe Ave. | bardog.com A longtime Downtown Memphis hotspot, Bardog Tavern is keeping the holiday spirit going with a Thanksgiving night gathering. Known as Downtown's original neighborhood bar, Bardog will open at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving and close at 3 a.m., with the kitchen serving late-night bites until 2 a.m. No reservations are required. Benihana 912 Ridgelake Blvd. | benihana.com/locations/memphis/ The East Memphis staple is

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92.9 FM ESPN

J&J Show discuss Huff's "Going someplace bigger" comments

Huff, "If I’m leaving Memphis, I ain’t going to high school. I’m going to something bigger.

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The Commercial Appeal

8 Memphis-area pies worthy of your Thanksgiving table

Thanksgiving dinner might be all about the turkey, dressing and cranberry sauce, but let's be honest: The dessert table is where things get really interesting… and dangerously delicious. There may be no tougher Thanksgiving decision than choosing between cherry, chocolate silk or classic pumpkin pie. That's why we've included a little bit of everything in this Thanksgiving pie roundup. From old-fashioned Southern hallmarks to creamy, decadent heavy hitters, Mid-South bakers are turning out pies worthy of a spot at any holiday gathering. And it’s not just bakeries. We even found a standout at a Memphis barbecue institution . Traveling from Downtown and Binghampton to Arlington and Olive Branch, here are eight pies worth indulging in this Thanksgiving. THANKSGIVING TO GO IN MEMPHIS: Where to preorder Thanksgiving meals in Memphis, from turkeys to sides Cherry Pie at Crave Sweets Bake Shop 11615 U.S. 70, #107, Arlington | cravesweetshop.com There's something especially appealing about a cherry pie on a Thanksgiving dessert table. It's a little unexpected among all the pumpkin, pecan and sweet potato, but its bright fruit flavor makes a nice counterpoint to the richer, heavier desserts. Crave Sweets Bake Shop in Arlington is a locally owned bakery specializing in custom

Memphis, TN · 19h

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MEM, FedEx issue statements after national ground stoppage ends

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM), along with FedEx, has issued a statement following a nationwide ground stoppage of air travel. 7:58 PM UPDATE: The Memphis Airport provided the following statement: “The FAA has lifted the ground stop affecting all airports nationwide. While flights can resume at this point, passengers should check directly with their airlines for scheduling updates throughout the weekend.”

Memphis, TN · 7h

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Alabama stagnates on offense, falls to Memphis on the road

Alabama women’s basketball fell to Memphis 75-70, after a floundering offense in the second and third quarters allowed the Tigers to make a 23-point turnaround. The Crimson Tide had the hot hand to start the game, but turnovers and poor shooting quickly gave up the 18-point lead Alabama held early in the second quarter. Although it made a late fourth quarter comeback that put them back within two points of the Tigers, Alabama wasn’t able to overcome its prior deficit to pull out the win.

Tuscaloosa, AL · 1d

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This Cozy Tennessee Hidden Gem Serves Up Hearty Breakfasts and Mouthwatering BBQ

In a city famous for its smoky barbecue and Southern comfort food, finding a restaurant that serves both hearty breakfasts and mouthwatering meats feels like hitting the jackpot. Tucked away in East Memphis, Three Little Pigs Bar-B-Q is a neighborhood favorite where old-school cooking, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere keep diners coming back for more.

Memphis, TN · 23h

Memphis Flyer

Welcome Back: Mud Island Amphitheater Sets Concert Series

Repairs are well underway at the Mud Island Amphitheater as organizers plan to reactivate the space for music and entertainment. Jerred Price, president of the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Memphis (DNA), says the “Comeback Concert Series” is planned for April at the amphitheater. The Memphis City Council approved $150,000 in funding towards repairs in September.

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Financial literacy advocate sees ‘gold mine’ in Memphis, urges residents to seize it

As Mayor Paul Young works toward his goal of adding 10,000 housing units in Memphis by 2030, John Hope Bryant says he is ready to buy two homes himself. Bryant, founder of Atlanta-based financial literacy nonprofit Operation HOPE, sees promising investment opportunities in the city, and he wants Memphians to recognize the potential too.

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The Commercial Appeal

U of M president tried to enrich himself from foundation, lawsuit says

Bill Hardgrave, the president of the University of Memphis , attempted to use University of Memphis Foundation funds to enrich himself, a federal lawsuit filed by the Foundation's former CEO alleged. Holly E. Ford, the former CEO of the University of Memphis Foundation, filed a lawsuit alleging she was wrongfully terminated after attempting to expose Hardgrave's efforts to use Foundation funds to enrich himself and gain control over the organization. The lawsuit was filed Nov. 13 in the Western District of Tennessee. Over the course of two years, Ford observed Hardgrave attempt to exercise control over the Foundation, putting the Foundation's status as a legally separate non-profit entity in jeopardy, the lawsuit alleged. Ford reported this to the board and legal counsel of the Foundation, legal counsel for the university and external financial auditors on multiple occasions and was terminated as a result, the lawsuit alleged. Hardgrave took office April 1, 2022. The university did not immediately return a request for comment. Hardgrave tried to procure life insurance, lawsuit alleges In October and November 2022, Hardgrave attempted to procure a split-dollar life insurance policy from the Foundation, according to the lawsuit. Under a split-dollar policy, an employer lends an executive

Memphis, TN · 11h

WREG

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Vehicle fire on I-40 causes traffic delays

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A vehicle fire is causing traffic delays on Interstate 40 near Chambers Chapel Road on Friday morning, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. TDOT says a vehicle fire was reported around 10:40 a.m. westbound on I-40, blocking the right lane of traffic. At this time, it is still unclear what caused […]

Memphis, TN · 13h

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Memphis Film Commissioner announces retirement after 40 years

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - After 40 years leading the Memphis and Shelby County Film Commission, the world’s longest-running film commissioner has announced her retirement. Linn Sitler has spent the last 40 years working alongside creatives, producers, and other professionals. She holds the title of the world’s longest-serving film commissioner and holds the record for the longest consecutively serving member of the Association of the Film Commissioners International (AFCI).

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Timpson’s Tipton scores TD in Memphis win

TAMPA, Fla. (KTRE) - Former Timpson Bear Hunter Tipton scored his sixth touchdown of the season in Memphis’s 52-41 win over South Florida Thursday. The senior had two catches for 14 yards. Tipton’s touchdown came on a seven-yard pass with 5:35 left in the first quarter to give Memphis a 14-0 lead. Tipton ranks in a tie for fifth place in the American Conference in receiving touchdowns this season.

Memphis, TN · 9h

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Cedars Restaurant Readying Second Location

A Lebanese restaurant that’s already won over the hearts and stomachs of Cordova diners is getting ready to serve even more hungry customers. Cedars Restaurant recently announced plans to open a new Memphis location, stoking excitement in future diners with promises it is “coming soon”. Cedars Restaurant...

Memphis, TN · 10h

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