Good morning, Memphis.

Memphis Animal Services will host its second annual Monster Mash at its shelter, 2350 Appling City Cove, from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct.

31 — families can trick-or-treat with local businesses and meet adoptable pets.

On Wednesday at 11:22 a.m., a car slammed into Nutrition Bar on Poplar Avenue and Perkins Road in East Memphis — causing heavy damage with no injuries, while temporary walls were installed and the business has reopened for customers.

A new fulfillment center in Southaven will create 400 jobs and a $575M permit for a Memphis data center is expected to generate 250 jobs, while ABB and Senatobia mark 10 years with a $40M expansion.

Mayor Paul Young highlighted the initiatives to boost the local economy.

Memphis Botanic Garden will host Holiday Wonders at the Garden from Nov.

27 to Dec. 30 on select evenings, featuring a new herb garden display (with festive surprises like Polar Passage, glowing trails, firetables and seasonal drinks) and tickets will be on sale on Nov. 6 at 10 a.m.

Kate Bieri’s report shows that rising gas and energy prices are pushing inflation higher as the Consumer Price Index increased by 3.7% and gas costs rose 34% over the past year — families are feeling higher prices for groceries and other essentials.

ALO will invest nearly $176 million in a 1.2 million sqft distribution center in Southaven, creating 400 new jobs by 2027.

The company began operating a fulfillment facility in Memphis this August, strengthening its local presence.

Memphis-Shelby County Schools and local colleges are hosting the 901 FAFSA Kickoff Event at Christian Brothers University (650 E.

Parkway South) on Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Families can meet professionals for FAFSA guidance and enjoy free parking, snacks, and giveaways.

Shelby County Commissioner Mark Billingsley is urging the commission to end its involvement in a legal fight over state oversight at MSCS because he says the litigation delays school improvements.

The resolution will be considered at a committee meeting on Oct. 21 and by the full commission on Oct. 26 at 3 p.m.

The City of Memphis is cleaning up Lamar Ave by tearing down a large, abandoned structure that once housed Holiday Inn and FedEx & will be fully demolished by May after the owner agreed to handle the costs.

Drivers on I-55 and SR-14 face intermittent overnight lane closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. until Nov.

4 as TDOT works in the area — motorists should plan for delays.

Knowledge Quest and Convergence Memphis will host a free homebuyer expo Saturday, Oct.

24, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Gaston Community Center (1046 S. Third Street) to offer housing insights for first-time buyers, residents seeking credit improvement, and those needing repair assistance with registration required.

The Millington racetrack at 5500 Victory Lane is for sale with sealed bids due by Nov.

17. Darana CEO Darryl Cuttell said the 342-acre property, which includes a 3/4-mile oval track and 4400-ft drag strip and has been vacant since 2022, may be sold to pay off unpaid bills.

The Mid-South Monarchs return professional hockey to the region after nearly a decade, with a home opener at the Landers Center on Friday, Oct.

23 after completing four road games.