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Some homeowners in Southaven refuse to sell land
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Memphis residents question soaring MLGW utility bills
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Thousands of people in Memphis are trying to understand why their utility bills continue to go up. Some residents say they are having to choose between food or power. Lakeesha Chapman said her daughter’s October MLGW bill came in at $1,299, more than double what she...
The Commercial Appeal
Memphis People in Business for Oct. 1, 2026
Here's a look at promotions, hirings and other noteworthy business events in the Memphis area: The Economic Development Growth Engine of Memphis & Shelby County (EDGE) last month announced President and CEO Dr. Joann Massey has earned the designation of Certified Port Executive. The program requires completion of intensive executive-level courses focused on port governance, marine transportation systems, terminal operations, regulatory compliance, and leadership. Awarded with Continuing Education Units through the Engineering Institute of Canada, the CPE designation places her among a growing network of nearly 1,000 senior port and marine professionals across North America and internationally. Adam Martin has joined Bluff City Advisory Group as an LPL Financial Advisor, specializing in comprehensive financial planning and wealth management. With expertise in retirement planning, investment management, insurance planning, risk management, estate and legacy planning and long-term wealth preservation, he brings to clients more than a decade of experience developing personalized strategies to help them make confident financial decisions that align with every aspect of their lives. Martin earned a bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Memphis with an emphasis in financial management and investments. Rhodes College has landed a spot in the Top 10 colleges recognized by LinkedIn for
WREG
Memphis ranked last on LendingTree ‘boomtown’ list
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new ranking by LendingTree looked at where Americans are moving, building and starting new businesses right now, declaring Austin as the No. 1 “boomtown” in the country. Memphis was dead last on the list at No. 50. Eight of the 10 highest-ranking metros are in the South, mainly in Texas, North […]
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What happened in the rail industry this week? October 2, 2026
BNSF completed capacity projects at yards in Galesburg, Ill., Winslow, Ariz., and Memphis, Tenn., 19 cars of a BNSF train derailed in downtown Minot, N.D., and Amtrak’s new Airo trainsets were set to enter Cascades service with upgrades over earlier Siemens Venture cars. Also this week: officials marked the start of tunnel boring for the [...] Read More...
WREG
Memphis pastor fights food insecurity through farming
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — When it comes to growth, sometimes all it takes is a small seed. However, if you never sow, you’ll never know. That’s the motto for one Northaven farmer. WREG’s Quametra Wilborn first brought you his story of how he’s working to end food insecurity in his community almost exactly two years ago. […]
WATN Local Memphis
Southaven residents' thoughts on Elon Musk's offer to buy their homes
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Memphis Assessor Warns Empty Downtown Towers Could Push Tax Bill Onto Homeowners
Standing outside the vacant Memphis Riverline Hotel, Shelby County Assessor Javier Bailey Sr. delivered a blunt warning Monday: the county's tax base is deteriorating, and homeowners could end up paying the price. Bailey said downtown Memphis's central business district is now sitting at roughly 17% vacancy, with large buildings across the skyline empty and generating no property tax revenue for county projects.
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Former IKEA property sold to new-to-Memphis retailer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The former IKEA property in Cordova has been sold. The Shopping Center Group confirmed the 271,150-square-foot building has been sold to an unidentified buyer. It’s unclear what the new owners plan to do with the building, but TSCG notes that the retailer currently is not in...
WREG
Amazon employees evacuated after issue at MS facility
BYHALIA, Miss. — Employees at an Amazon fulfillment center in Byhalia, Mississippi were evacuated from the building Tuesday morning, with first responders on the scene. The facility sits off U.S. 72, just south of the Tennessee state line. WREG did not receive word from Amazon or local officials on exactly what happened Tuesday, though the […]
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Trucking association: No plans for organized strike on Thursday
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Truckers are paying $6.18 for a single gallon of diesel fuel in Memphis, according to AAA. Prices have nearly doubled in a year’s time. For weeks, rumors have swirled on social media about a possible trucker strike. Depending on the size, an organized strike could cause serious impacts to the supply chain and potential shortages.
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2026 St. Jude Dream Home winner sees house for first time
WREG
Assessor sounds alarm on downtown building vacancy
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Assessor is delivering a stark warning, saying the county tax base is deteriorating and homeowners could end up paying the price. Javier Bailey is pointing to the many large, buildings in downtown Memphis that are now sitting vacant, not providing the property tax dollars needed to help fund needed […]
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Southaven residents react to SpaceXAI offering to buy homes in exchange for not joining class action lawsuit
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. - Elon Musk's SpacexAI is offering to buy Southaven residents' homes, so long as they agree not to join a class action lawsuit that's been filed against the company. MZX Tech LLC, a subsidiary of SpacexAI, distributed notices to homeowners in the area of the Southaven plant; in...
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Bakery pairs pastries with a path to employment
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Aging Untold) — Lucy J’s, a bakery in Memphis, is providing jobs and training opportunities for people who need a fresh start, according to head baker Josh Burgess. Burgess is also Lucy J’s executive director. The bakery is named after his daughter and eldest son.
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Mark Yates: The Power Behind Progress, Leading Memphis Through Business, Capital and Community
Memphis has never lacked talent, ambition or individuals willing to fight for its future. Yet some of the city’s most consequential leaders are not necessarily the people seeking the brightest spotlight. Their influence is measured in relationships built, institutions strengthened, capital connected to opportunity and doors opened for the next generation. Mark Yates has built a career around that kind of leadership.
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Property assessor warns that empty office buildings in Downtown Memphis could cost taxpayers
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Shelby County property assessor is sounding the alarm over empty office buildings in Downtown Memphis. Shelby County Assessor of Property Javier M. Bailey Sr. held a press conference Monday morning outside the Memphis Riverline Hotel to release the “State of the County Tax Base 2021 to 2026″ policy report.
WREG
Memphis Land Bank CEO fired after investigation into credit card use
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The president and CEO of the Memphis Metropolitan Land Bank was fired last week after an investigation, the group’s board says. Michael Harris had been under contract with the quasi-government agency since September 2024. The board approved his termination at its Sept. 23 meeting. The Board of Directors says Harris used a […]