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Shuttered South Memphis shopping center slated for demolition

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Metro Shopping Plaza at 410 E.H. Crump Boulevard near Mason Temple, notable for its “Think God!” signage, may be near its end. A demolition permit was filed late last week to tear down the 65,753-square-foot structure, which has been vacant and surrounded by chain-link for months. A 2025 fire caused damage […]

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The Commercial Appeal

Best Memphis bars for Thanksgiving Eve? 9 spots worth a visit

There's something special about Thanksgiving Eve in Memphis. It's the unofficial homecoming — a night when college students return from campuses like Ole Miss , Auburn or UT, former Memphians excitedly come back home to celebrate the holidays and old friends find themselves together again, if only for one fun evening. It's a night filled with nostalgia, familiar faces, unexpected encounters and maybe a pitcher or two of Michelob Light. High school friends and old flames reunite, former classmates catch up, and favorite hometown haunts become the sentimental backdrop for stories, laughter and a whole lot of reminiscing. So whether you're in the mood for live music, craft cocktails, a packed dance floor or a laid-back neighborhood hangout, Memphis has a spot for everyone looking to reconnect and celebrate the people who make this great place home. Here are some places worth putting on your Thanksgiving Eve itinerary. Old Dominick Distillery 305 S Front St. | olddominick.com You can't talk about the best bars to visit on Thanksgiving Eve without highlighting the "Memphis Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl of 2026." As one of the busiest and most exciting evenings of the year for nightlife, Thanksgiving Eve is the perfect time

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K. Carbon Explains Why West Memphis Is Not Memphis: “You In a Whole New State”

Rapper K. Carbon is making one thing clear: just because a city has Memphis in its name doesn’t mean Memphis natives claim it as part of their hometown. During a recent appearance on The Baller Alert Show, the Memphis rapper broke down the difference between Memphis, Tennessee, and West Memphis, Arkansas, explaining why locals don’t consider the two places the same.

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The Commercial Appeal

Population loss in Mid-South called 'crisis' with opportunity at region talk

It’s common knowledge that Memphis’s population is in decline, with thousands leaving in recent years. And MidSouth Development District Director Anna McQuiston isn’t beating around the bush about what that means for Memphis. “I'm not here this afternoon to tell you that everything is fine … It’s a crisis,” she said. The MidSouth Development District held a State of the Region conference Nov. 5 that didn’t hold back on what needs to change to reduce that decline and give actionable goals for the community leaders, investors and business owners who packed Crosstown Theater. The conference reiterated a clear mantra - work together and collaborate, across city, county and state lines, because the need for change is urgent. McQuiston emphasized the organization's slogan for the event: "One Region. One Team. One Future." Downtown data: State of Downtown talk highlights growth, upcoming projects in Memphis “Our theme this year, 'One region. One team. One future … we believe it's a survival strategy,” she said. “Our region's population is declining. In 2025 alone, our six counties' population declined by 4,134 residents. That's 11 people a day.” McQuiston called the decline a "disaster," comparing it to the exodus that happened in the 1870s with

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Things to Do in Memphis This Weekend: Nov 6 to 8

Halloween is packed away and the weekend is wide open 🍂 The headliner is the Indie Memphis Film Festival, four days of local film downtown. On Saturday, Crafts and Drafts fills Crosstown Concourse with a free market of Memphis makers, and Sunday brings a 901 Wrestling title night at Minglewood and the Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Buckman. Everything is below, hour by hour.

Daily Helmsman

Tennessee Democrat breaks gerrymander and wins big in the polls

Tennessee Democratic Party broke a Republican gerrymander and flipped seven state legislative seats on Tuesday night during the midterm elections. Despite heavy partisan gerrymandering passed in May to have all nine of Tennessee’s congressional districts favor Republicans, Democrats broke the gerrymander with Victoria Broderick winning TN-4, which contains Nashville, Murfreesboro and Middle Tennessee, in a massive upset, according Tennessee Secretary of State.

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WREG

Central Station in Memphis sells to new investors

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Central Station in Downtown Memphis has been sold, and the new plans for it could give the South Main district a big boost. There has been plenty of buzz for months along South Main in downtown Memphis about what was to come at the iconic Central Station, already home to a hotel. […]

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New Millington VA Clinic Expands Access to Care for Mid-South Veterans

VA Memphis Healthcare System celebrated the opening of the Millington VA Clinic during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in October. More than 3,500 Veterans have received care at the new Millington VA Clinic since its June opening, marking a significant expansion of health care access for Veterans in northern Shelby County and surrounding communities.

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New Memphis program aims to empower girls through mentorship, life skills

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - 21 Shades of Pink Empowerment held an opening celebration Saturday for its new program designed to empower girls around Memphis. Organizers and families had an opportunity to learn about the program’s mission and the opportunities it offers. The community-based program serves girls ages 10 to...

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WREG

Former City Councilman eyes Brent Taylor’s state Senate seat

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An election to replace Brent Taylor’s state Senate seat hasn’t been called yet, but Kemp Conrad is throwing his hat in the ring. The Republican former Memphis City Councilman made the announcement Friday on his Substack. “I am running for Tennessee Senate District 31 to be a strong voice for Shelby County […]

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Chalkbeat reporter examines teacher retention in Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Chalkbeat Tennessee reporter Bri Hatch joins Action News 5 to discuss why teachers are leaving Memphis-Shelby County Schools, the impact on students and efforts to retain educators.

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Report: Renters Continue To Face ‘Substandard’ Housing Conditions and Landlord Retaliation

Memphis renters said they’ve experienced retaliation from their landlords after reporting housing problems, continuing a pattern monitored by the Memphis Public Interest Law Center. A report entitled, “Haunted Housing: The Reality of Being A Renter In Memphis,” from the Memphis Public Interest Law Center (MPILC) found that nine out...

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Bank of America cardholders get free admission to National Civil Rights Museum

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can visit the National Civil Rights Museum for free Sunday as part of the bank’s Museums on Us program. Bank of America has partnered with the museum to offer free general admission to Memphis...

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Greater Memphis Chamber names new President & CEO

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Greater Memphis Chamber has selected Joshua Gunn as its next president and chief executive officer following a nationwide search, the organization announced Friday. Gunn brings extensive chamber and municipal economic development experience to the role. Most recently, he served as the Director of the Office...

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TOMEKA BUTLER: Don’t just pass through West Memphis, Pine Bluff

For generations, cities like West Memphis have watched opportunity pass through on highways, railways, and waterways, often headed somewhere else. That story is changing. As chairwoman of the Arkansas Black Mayors Association, I work alongside mayors who lead some of our state’s most resilient communities. I see how hard they fight to improve infrastructure, create jobs, and prepare their cities for investment, often with limited resources and far too little recognition. That perspective compels me to share what is happening in West Memphis and Pine Bluff because their progress carries a message for communities across Arkansas.

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Justin Pearson accepts congressional race loss, but says “Tennessee politics will never be the same”

Democratic state Rep. Justin J. Pearson conceded the race to represent Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District Wednesday after coming in roughly 1.1% behind his Republican opponent. State Sen. Brent Taylor tallied roughly 2,500 more votes than Pearson in a district redrawn to give Republicans their best chance at flipping the...

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WREG

Memphis educator fights to close literacy gap in TN

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Last year’s TCAP scores showed improvements in literacy rates among third graders in the state, with nearly 42% reading and writing on grade level. But there are remaining challenges when it comes to children’s literacy in Tennessee. In this week’s Bright Spot, WREG’s Raven Copeland shows how a local educator is helping […]

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New details revealed on HiFi revitalization project in Downtown Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - New details have been released about the project to revitalize the HiFi District and historic Sterick building in Downtown Memphis. Mersadies Burch with HiFi Memphis, which leads the redevelopment effort, said the project has reached its third year and is about more than just reviving an empty building.

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