FedEx lays off more than 850
The Memphis-based logistics giant said the closure is unrelated to Network 2.0, its long-term cost-cutting initiative that has included closing facilities.
Houston’s to be demolished
Demolition will cost $54,000, according to a permit filed with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development.
Memphis company penalized for Clean Air Act violations
The company will pay a $150,000 fine and enter a probation program that subjects it to unannounced inspections by Environmental Protection Agency personnel.
Table Talk: The holiday pause is the perfect moment to savor Memphis
Our local restaurants deserve the same kind of enthusiasm and exploration we’d give to the eateries in our holiday vacation destinations.
Defense pushes back on claim Lindsey Whiteside sentence was won by fraud
Defense attorneys for Lindsey Whiteside have offered a counterargument against the prosecution claims the former coach and youth pastor should be resentenced.
Memphis vs. Navy: What to know for Tigers’ Thanksgiving showdown
The Tigers are looking to prevent a three-game losing streak when they face Navy on Thursday.
Plans for a Bartlett corner would ‘destroy the character of the neighborhood,’ officials say
A request to convert residential land into a restaurant and multi-tenant building got a hard no from Bartlett officials — and neighbors.
Friendsgiving comedy, holiday shopping and all of the lights
In this week’s To-Do List, we’ve got a rundown of what to do on Thanksgiving Day. And then the Memphis Symphony Orchestra is ready to get you into the holiday spirit.
Recipe Exchange: Mane Street OG cornbread dressing
Use “Ain’t It Mane” and “Tha Garden” seasoning blends for a very Memphis cornbread dressing recipe from Moreno McCalpin.
Rosters announced for AutoZone Liberty Bowl High School All-Star Game
Standouts will take the field Saturday, Dec. 13, at Memphis University School.
Previewing: Southwind, Covington set for TSSAA state semifinals
The Jaguars (Class 6A) and Chargers (Class 3A) are looking to advance to the BlueCross Bowl in Chattanooga.
Division 2-AA West all-region football team announced
Standouts from ECS, Lausanne, Northpoint, St. Benedict and St. George’s honored by the league’s coaches.
14-year-old charged with rape in St. George’s case, police say
Teenager charged with aggravated rape in one of two alleged assaults at St. George’s Independent School in recent weeks, becoming the second person arrested in the investigation.
Belly Acres belly-up at Bartlett’s Union Depot
A Belly Acres restaurant planned for Union Depot in Bartlett is off the table as the business endures financial headaches and is closing locations.
11 face federal charges after interactions with Task Force officers
All of the men were charged after altercations with officers during attempted traffic stops, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Tennessee said. Traffic stops have increased since the Task Force began.
Judges order Clerk’s, Sheriff’s offices to fix delays
The Sheriff’s and the General Sessions Court Clerk’s offices must fix issues causing case delays, according to a judges’ order obtained by The Daily Memphian.
Richmond wants to stay in charge at Memphis-Shelby County Schools
“I’d love to have the permanent superintendent role,” interim Memphis school Superintendent Roderick Richmond said during a recent interview on WKNO-TV Channel 10’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Inked: Whitehaven Starbucks sold, apartments dodge foreclosure
A 48-unit apartment complex sold for $2.6 million, while a Memphis industrial building sold for $3.6 million.
What to watch as Memphis faces SIU seeking to snap four-game skid
The Tigers must take care of business against Southern Illinois to avoid the program’s first five-game losing streak under coach Penny Hardaway.
Grizzlies 25: Jonas Valanciunas had a big personality to match his big game
At his best, Jonas Valanciunas had a Zach Randolph game in a Marc Gasol package: a walking, talking Ga-Z-Bo.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Clerk Sawyer is gaslighting when she says that she ‘agrees’ with the letter.” — Ham Smythe about Judges order Clerk’s, Sheriff’s offices to fix delays
“I forget — did they blame ‘crime’ in Memphis on their closures?” — Ken McCown about Belly Acres belly-up at Bartlett’s Union Depot
“As usual a group of these guards walking together in daylight doing nothing.” — Alice Rhodes about State now has until December to appeal National Guard ruling
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Grizzlies’ Zach Edey ‘questionable’ against New Orleans
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey left Monday’s game against Denver, but not due to injury.
Daily Jigsaw: Duck Club
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo is of the new the Duck Club Bourbon and was submitted by Duck Club Bourbon.
Daily WordRow: Nov. 26
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Sudoku: Nov. 26
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Metro
Sexton says funding for new jail ‘up on the locals to do that locally’
The Tennessee House speaker, who attended U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi’s news conference Monday, Nov. 24, was asked what the state’s appetite was for funding a replacement to 201 Poplar.
Premium Education Memphis 7-year-old illegally handcuffed, pushed into school bookcase, lawsuit claims
Public Safety Pam Bondi, Bill Lee tout crime decline 56 days into Memphis Safe Task Force
City of Memphis The city adds to its finance team, but the search is on for a new library director
Premium Shelby County ‘How about we cut you off as the chair?’ — Ford tirade aimed at County Commission chairwoman
Business
Daily Memphian seminar to focus on city’s real estate, growing tax base
Real estate experts will discuss Memphis’ growing markets at The Daily Memphian’s Commercial Real Estate: Review and Forecast Seminar on Thursday, Dec. 4, at Memphis Botanic Garden.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Real Estate North Memphis Grocery Project on hold until more ‘heads and beds’
Spirit of Memphis WWII hero and pioneering scientist dies at 100
Real Estate Downtown restaurants and nail salon awarded $50K for renovations, Baron Von Opperbean to get more money soon
Sports
Herrington: With stars out, Grizzlies supporting cast steadies the ship
Frontcourt fixes, backcourt fixes and writing about yapping. Chris Herrington addresses each of those topics in this week’s Grizzlies column.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football No regrets: Memphis QB Brendon Lewis plays through pain for a reason
Memphis Tigers Football Silverfield says Memphis players ‘hungry to improve’ against Navy
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies sign Kobe Bufkin
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies update status of guard Ty Jerome
Food
TacoNGanas plans to open first brick-and-mortar location
It will feature the TacoNGanas trailer-style experience with drive-thru service, walk-up windows and picnic-table seating under a canopy.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Friendsgiving is for (chosen) family
Suburbs
Lakeland to expand Lake District’s special tax area
Lakeland might be getting ready to breathe some new life in The Lake District by expanding its TIF district and resetting the timeframe for the TIF.
Premium North Mississippi Why the DeSoto County sheriff chose the Marines, when he feels most alive and more
Opinion
Opinion: Embracing the best moment of life
“May this Thanksgiving week awaken the power within each of us to give and receive thanks, to uncloud our minds from the unnecessary things and embrace the best moment of life.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Setting your holidays up for success
Today, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips discuss everything from some of The Daily Memphian’s recipe offerings to family traditions to what restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day.