Memphis News Today: Stories That Matter to Our City

Memphis’ live entertainment scene is gearing up for major growth as construction begins on two new concert venues: Grind City Amp and Live Nation’s Satellite Music Hall. Both projects are slated to open in 2026, promising to bring more events, more energy, and more visitors to the city. Grind City Amp 📍 76 Waterworks Ave.…

For the second time in six months, a leading South Korean manufacturer has announced significant growth plans for its Memphis operations. Hyosung HICO Ltd., a subsidiary of Hyosung Heavy Industries Corp., revealed on Wednesday, Nov. 12, that it will invest $157 million and create 240 new jobs as part of a large-scale expansion at its…

Looking for your next favorite spot? Memphis’ food scene is growing fast, with several new and soon-to-open restaurants bringing fresh flavors to the city. Here’s what’s on the horizon. KUYA 📍 574 South Main Street A new Filipino-owned snack bar and elevated bar concept is coming to South Main. KUYA—named after the Filipino term for…

The prestigious MICHELIN Guide has unveiled its inaugural American South edition—bringing its renowned restaurant evaluations to the region for the first time. The launch event took place on Monday, November 3 2025. Memphis Restaurants Get Recognized This release brings excellent news for the Memphis culinary community: What It Means for Memphis For our city, this…

The Orpheum Theatre Group is giving its Downtown campus a fresh new look — and a stronger sense of unity. As part of a $1.7 million revitalization project, the group is reimagining the connection between the beloved Orpheum Theatre and its neighbor, the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts and Education. The transformation aims to visually…

Memphis is shaping the next generation of innovators, builders, and creators through a powerful new program connecting students to high-demand careers. Junior Achievement of Memphis has launched a new initiative — “Made in Memphis and Beyond” — in partnership with the Greater Memphis Chamber and Morgan Steel, designed to prepare and connect local and regional…

For the fourth consecutive year, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® has been named the most trusted nonprofit in America, according to Morning Consult’s annual Most Trusted Nonprofits report. This year, St. Jude not only topped the list once again — it also earned the highest reputation score across all 3,000 for-profit and nonprofit brands studied…

The energy inside FedExForum was electric as the 2nd Annual Hoops for St. Jude® Tip-Off Classic brought together basketball, community, and a cause that hits home for Memphis. The doubleheader featured both the University of Memphis women’s and men’s basketball teams, with all proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, where families never receive a…

Tiger Pride filled the University of Memphis campus Friday night as the school launched its inaugural ROAR Fest, a fresh take on Homecoming that replaced the traditional parade this year. The new festival-style celebration — timed to coincide with Parents & Family Weekend — invited students, families, and visitors to experience the energy, music, and…