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These 7 Tennessee Barbecue Joints Have Been Smoking Pork For Decades

Some barbecue spots open with a splash and fade within a few years. The places on this list went the other way, firing up their pits for decades and turning pulled pork, chopped pork, and pit-cooked ribs into hometown traditions. They stretch across Tennessee, from the mountains near Bluff City...

Tennessee · 1d

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As RaceTrac debuts in Memphis, more expansion opportunities emerge

RaceTrac has opened its first location in Memphis, Tennessee, the convenience retailer announced on Wednesday. The store, a travel center located at 3412 Lamar Ave., is RaceTrac’s 37th site in Tennessee, per its website. It’s also the company’s westernmost location in the state, with nearly all of the other sites located in either the Nashville or Chattanooga areas.

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First Widespread Freeze of the Season Arrives Before a Next-Week Warm-Up

FRIDAY: Sunshine won’t do much to offset the chill as a steady north wind brings colder Canadian air into the region. Afternoon temperatures will top out in the lower 50s. Clear skies overnight will allow temps to fall into the 20s and 30s, setting the stage for the season’s first widespread frost and freeze. Take time to protect sensitive plants and outdoor pipes, bring pets inside, and check on vulnerable neighbors.

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Incentives help developer bring eco-build homes to North Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Tennessee housing developer is back in Memphis with a mission in mind to make measurable change in the community where he grew up. One million dollars in funding from the Tennessee Valley Authority and Memphis Light, Gas & Water could help him do just that. “I grew up here. I went […]

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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.

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Millions in Data Center Revenue will help with home repairs in South Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Around $3.2 million in revenue generated by SpaceXAI’s South Memphis facilities is going back into the neighborhoods. Friday, the City of Memphis announced its first major investments through the Community Benefits Ordinance toward housing, neighborhood improvements, and services for area residents. The first major allocation is $2 million for the Memphis HOPE […]

Memphis, TN · 19h

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Things to Do in Memphis This Weekend: Nov 13 to 15

Sweater weather's here and the weekend's stacked 🍂 Disney's Frozen opens at Playhouse on the Square, Lyle Lovett brings his Large Band to the Graceland Soundstage, cider's flowing in Cooper-Young, and Sunday winds down with jazz at Crosstown. Here's every pick for November 13 to 15, hour by hour.

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Ronald McDonald House raises record $1.14 million for families

A fundraising campaign for Ronald McDonald House West Tennessee and Northeast Arkansas has brought in more than $1.14 million to support families with sick or injured children. The annual Heart of the House Match Week ran November 2 through 6, with every donation matched dollar for dollar. Executive Director Jill...

Jackson, TN · 1d

Country Herald

Mid-South Frost Alert: Lows Near 26°F Nov. 15–18 Across Tennessee Valley

Memphis, TN – Residents across the Mid-South should prepare for several mornings of unusually cold temperatures beginning Sunday, Nov. 15, as overnight lows drop near or below freezing in portions of Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas and Missouri.

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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 […]

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First Alert Forecast: Much colder Friday, into weekend; widespread frost, freeze threat

FRIDAY: A stout cold plunge takes hold Friday. Even with full sunshine, highs will only muster the lower 50s. Northerly winds will continue filtering cool Canadian air into the region all day. Skies stay clear overnight as temperatures drop well into the 20s and 30s, delivering our first widespread frost and freeze of the season. Protect tender vegetation, check outdoor pipes, bring in pets, and check on vulnerable neighbors ahead of the cold.

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Beech football’s defense stands tall in second round against Memphis Central

Anthony Crabtree was undeterred. Already down one defensive starter and playing another taxed by snaps in the backfield, the Beech football coach took a chance on fourth down from midfield with his team already ahead 19-7 against Memphis Central in the second half of the second round of the Class 5A playoffs.

Hendersonville, TN · 16h

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B.R. Distilling Revives Blue Note 17-Year Bourbon, an Unfiltered, 119-Proof Tennessee Whiskey Limited to Approximately 4,000 Bottles

B.R. Distilling Co. is bringing back its Blue Note 17-Year Barrel Proof Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey, marking its first return since 2022. Aged for 17 years and bottled at 119 proof (59.5% ABV), the limited release features a mash bill of 70% corn, 22% rye and 8% malted barley. Described...

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The Chefs of Crosstown Concourse

Some of the most talented chefs in Memphis are cooking right here at Crosstown Concourse. Behind every plate are years of experience, a love for quality ingredients, and a story worth hearing. Here’s a look at the people who keep the Concourse well fed. Briza: Chef Moisès Hernandez.

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First Alert: Saturday morning freeze followed by 70s next week

Below average temperatures are expected for the upcoming weekend, but warmer temperatures should prevail by the middle of next week. Afternoon high temperatures will be similar on Saturday to what Friday featured, meaning upper 40s to middle 50s are expected. There will be a few degrees added to Sunday, as temperatures will attempt to make a run to 60°. There will be a few more clouds around on Sunday than Saturday, but overall, dry weather conditions should prevail. If you are looking for some activities to do this weekend, go check out the Mid-South Weekend Guide!

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Sheriff’s Office searches 3 smoke shops, 1 arrested, 1 wanted

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, along with SWAT, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Memphis Safe Task Force executed search warrants on November 10 at Smokey Mart Store on South Second Street, Raw Smokey Mart on Raleigh-LaGrange Road, and another smoke shop on the 500 block of Shellborne Circle.

Memphis, TN · 20h

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Memphis graduation rate climbs nearly 8 points since 2020, but test scores still trail the state

Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. More Memphis students are graduating high school than six years ago, according to the state’s most recent data. More than 7,100 Memphis-Shelby County Schools students from the class of 2026 received their high school diplomas, up from around 6,200 in the spring of 2020. That represents a 7.7 percentage point increase in the district’s graduation rate since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. MSCS still lags behind the state average graduation rate , which exceeded 93% last school year. Over 85% of Memphis high schoolers earned their diplomas, while English language learners had the lowest graduation rate, at 71%. MSCS leaders are touting the growth as the result of several years of focus on individual student data and graduation coaches. The gains come at a crucial time for MSCS, as a looming state takeover of the district puts increased pressure on student achievement. “It continues to show progress for all the things that we’ve been doing for many years,” Chief Academic Officer

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Memphis, TN, Struggles to Add Starter Homes Compared to Other Surrounding Cities

For many prospective homeowners, the dream of purchasing a first home can feel increasingly out of reach. A recent metro-by-metro analysis by Realtor.com® sheds light on where starter home options

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Whitehaven church celebrates 21 years with community health and wellness fair

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A Whitehaven church will celebrate 21 years this weekend, and with the celebration comes a community health fair. The health fair will do much more than check your blood pressure and sugar, though. The Abyssinian Baptist Church in Whitehaven is hosting their third annual health fair and...

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