r/memphis 3d ago

State of the Union: Tambolis Pizza & National Guard

132 Upvotes

Hey all, I am putting this here so members of this subreddit can be more informed on whats happening lately.

If you aren't aware of whats going on with Tambolis Pizza or the National Guards presence in Memphis, google that first.

Due to these recent events, starting on July 15th we saw an increase in traffic that nearly doubled our typical daily visitors. Why? Because many of these accounts are bots, trolls, or real people that I dont relate to because they spend their time chasing news stories to local subreddits and end up harassing people.

Many of you may have seen a notification for a reply to your comment, only for that content to not be present when you click on the notification. Why is that? Its because of two reasons. We have an auto-moderator set up. It looks for key words or tone, and filters that content to the moderator queue. The end result is you get the notification, but the content is never seen by the public. The second is because of a feature called crowd control.

https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/articles/15484545006996-Crowd-Control

What does Crowd Control do? It enables automatic filtering based upon certain criteria.

  • Moderate filtering: Filters accounts with negative community karma
  • High filtering: Filters accounts with negative community karma and new accounts
  • Maximum filtering: Filters accounts with negative community karma, new accounts, and non-members

Crowd control can be set subreddit wide, or on individual posts. This assists in keeping the bad actors out of our subreddit.

So we are trying to use the tools we have to keep the content civil, for Memphians, and not allow outside actors or bots to shape the discussion. So if you post about topics that are part of the national spotlight, like the National Guard, xAI, Tambolis, etc... you may want to message the mod team and ask them to enable crowd control on your post as a preventative measure.

I appreciate your help in keeping this subreddit civil and thanks for coming to my ted talk.


r/memphis 3d ago

For Sale Buy/Sell/Trade

9 Upvotes

Post here if you are selling items. Pictures of the goods for sale as well as a price are required. Follow site-wide rules. Buyer Beware. Reddit offers no protection against scams.

Reddit’s Content Policy strictly bans the solicitation or facilitation of transactions for the following: 

  • Firearms, ammunition, explosives, and body armor.
  • Drugs (including alcohol, tobacco, and prescription or illicit substances).
  • Stolen goods.
  • Paid services involving physical sexual contact.
  • Personal information, falsified documents, and official currency. 

Adding to this, no transactions involving animals of any kind.


r/memphis 7h ago

Politics Protest @ Sam Cooper & E Parkway

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137 Upvotes

There's a group of protesters on the park side of the three-way intersection. I was only able to see enough of their signs to think it's an anti-ICE/Trump protest.

There doesn't seem to be any slow down there and they are staying on the sidewalk.

So if that's your thing and you're around the area, maybe go by and show your support. Maybe make sure they have water.

If it's not your thing, drive by like nothings there. Otherwise, maybe make sure they have water.

Stay safe Memphis.


r/memphis 2h ago

Recordings from inside U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn's office allege pressure to ‘break the law'

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53 Upvotes

r/memphis 2h ago

News This came in the mail today. MLGW is showing us how lucky we are to have them. Yes, they are a few $$$ cheaper, but a $300 bill is still huge!

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35 Upvotes

r/memphis 7h ago

Filipino Spaghetti anyone?

32 Upvotes

I tried Kukuruku Chicken last night and the chicken tendies were really good, but tbh their spaghetti stole the show for me. I had never tried Filipino spaghetti before and it was so fire. Are there any other places in the city that have it on their menu and are worth trying?

Also general appreciation post for the Asian food in this city. I still can't get over how good Bonchon was and I'd get Boba Society's strawberry milk tea every day of my life if I could.


r/memphis 8h ago

Wandering around in a week long extreme heat advisory...

35 Upvotes

I've witnessed an obscene amount of animal companion neglect/abuse... Very few things will push me to the extent of inserting myself into a strangers life... But seeing a fellow creature chained up outside... No shade... In the direct sunlight... Not a drop of water in reach... That's something I just can't get jiggy with... And will happily take the trespassing charge if it comes down to it... i.e., the “trespassing” was literally just me giving the animal my last bottled water...


r/memphis 5h ago

Looking for friends…last time posting this!

14 Upvotes

I just really want some kind of a social life because I don’t really have one.I have social anxiety so going out and meeting people on my own is not my thing at this point.Outside of my boyfriend, I’m pretty much a loner and really want to carve out my own life separate from him.I’m 33M and bisexual.I’m a geek so I’m into video games and anime.Some of my favorites are Naruto and Kingdom Hearts.I love music and I listen to mostly Rap, R&B, and anything adjacent to that.Kendrick Lamar, Steve Lacy, SZA, Isaiah Rashad, and The Weeknd are some of my favorites.I enjoy going out to eat and smoking hookah.I’m pretty open minded so I’ll be down to do just about anything.I just want some lifelong friendships with some kind people.Hit me up if you’re interest please! I don’t discriminate either so all are welcome! I’m not looking for any romance either just strictly friendship!


r/memphis 20h ago

Too dang hot to push a mower so I built a thing.

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229 Upvotes

r/memphis 17h ago

Measels outbreak in Shelby County.

127 Upvotes

Measels outbreak in Shelby County.

The health department said the person was contagious while visiting two public locations:

  • Hobby Lobby, 7986 Highway 64 in Bartlett, on July 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Aldi, 9970 U.S. Highway 64 in Lakeland, on July 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

cheek your local legit news source or Shelby county’s board of health for more info.

stay safe out there


r/memphis 2h ago

Restaurant Recommendations

5 Upvotes

This will be for a party of 9. No price limit. I tried Porch and Parlor already but they are booked out for the day that I need.


r/memphis 1d ago

News ‘Buy-cott’ boosts Memphis pizza shop after owner refuses to serve national guard

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646 Upvotes

r/memphis 20h ago

Anyone know what’s going on at St Jude?

91 Upvotes

Guessing more details will come eventually, just got the automated message saying either to not come in or shelter in place till the all clear.

Edit: wreg link from [u/Solidlyaveragemother](u/Solidlyaveragemother)

https://wreg.com/news/large-police-presence-at-st-jude-childrens-research-hospital/

Edit 7:44, just got the all clear, come back to campus call.


r/memphis 23h ago

News Memphis in USA to Get World’s Tallest Statue of Tallapaka Annamacharya, a 15th-Century Indian Saint Poet

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105 Upvotes

r/memphis 6h ago

Affordable Dental Care in Downtown Memphis

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I am a fourth year dental student at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in downtown Memphis. I wanted to share that our school clinic provides comprehensive dental care at significantly reduced fees.

Services include cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, dentures, partials, implants and more.

If you or someone you know is in need of dental care at a reduced rate, the school can be a great option! Im happy to answer any questions about how appointments work, what to expect, and how to get scheduled.

Feel free to comment below or direct message me if you'd like more information.


r/memphis 1d ago

Memphis FC attendance better than several teams in higher divisions

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66 Upvotes

From me for Beyond the 90


r/memphis 1d ago

Gripe Petland is the biggest dump in the Cordova area

79 Upvotes

I was at Home Depot and wandered into the Petland pet store that is across the lot. I know Petland uses puppy mills and I just went into to look. I would never give them a dime. Yet somehow they still failed to meet my incredibly low expectations

First, the puppies. They are all locked in glass enclosed cases. At least four had been there for over a month. Keep in mind that weeks 8-12 are key for a puppies development. Those four puppies spent those important weeks locked in a glass display case.

Second, the rabbits. There were rabbits in open top cases any kid could pick up and injure. They were distressed and it was obvious. The blaring music was probably the cause. They had the stereo turned up!

The store was filthy. The glass puppy cages were smudged and looked like they had not been cleaned in days. The cement floor looked liked it was painted in 1975 and then ignored for decades.

The product shelves were mostly empty. A wooden pallet was leaning against a shelf and that area of the store had poor lighting.

I could see the sink in the back room through an own door. It seemed to have a serious leak. They had plastic bins underneath that were filled with water. The faucet had a steady drip, really more of a small stream.

I knew Petland was a bad company. A Google search will give you more details on that. Yet somehow they were worse than I expected. Apparently the owner doesn’t even live here.

It shows.


r/memphis 19h ago

Employment Part time job

17 Upvotes

I have my own business doing security cameras, home theater, networking. It’s gotten incredibly busy, and I need someone to help me.

Looking to hire a new helper as mine is moving away. He is here legally but ICE got his mom and he is going back to take care of her.

Anyway, I need to hire a new employee. It’s pulling Internet and audio cable with me. I don’t need them to know anything, but just be a hard worker and conscientious.

The jobs are always different and it can be “fun” especially on home theaters/studios to see it come together.

It’d be a 1099 job at $22 an hour to start.

I know there’s a tech out there that would jump ship to get in on the ground floor…. I would start a tech out at $25.


r/memphis 5h ago

Citizen Inquiry Recommendations a one-time lawn mowing University of Memphis area

1 Upvotes

I need a front and back yard mowed within the next couple of days. No edging, just cutting. This would be a one-time with possibility for future service. Please let me know any recommendations. Thanks!


r/memphis 21h ago

Welp…Wanda Survives This Time…

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r/memphis 1d ago

Citizen Inquiry Sign hanging off highway SKELETOR LIVES

20 Upvotes

Maybe around 2016 to 2019ish there was a sign hanging off one of the pass overs on the highway going into Memphis.

It was white with black letters, pretty torn up looking, there was chain link and concrete. The sign said Skeletor Lives.

I swore I had a photo of it but can't find it anywhere.

Does anyone happen to have a picture of it? I feel like I'm going crazy lol


r/memphis 17h ago

Employment Amazon hiring???

4 Upvotes

Hey guys, does anyone know if any of the amazons are hiring and if so what time does their shifts drop? I’ve been up almost every other hour looking for a shift to pop up.


r/memphis 1d ago

Just moved

11 Upvotes

I just moved to Collierville. I’m big into bbq. Love brisket and ribs. Please let me know some of the best options out here. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance


r/memphis 1d ago

News Man fatally shot at house was special needs student, former teacher says.

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63 Upvotes

r/memphis 1d ago

Need Affordable Dental Care?

9 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I'm a third-year dental student at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry in downtown Memphis, and I'm currently accepting new patients.

If you've been putting off dental work because of cost, our clinic may be a great option.

We provide treatment at significantly reduced fees compared to many private practices, while every procedure is closely supervised by experienced licensed faculty dentists.

If you're unsure what treatment you need, we can perform a comprehensive exam and discuss your options.

If you're interested or have questions, feel free to send me a direct message!

I'd be happy to answer any questions about the process!