100+ more National Guard members coming to Memphis
“Over the next few days, we anticipate the total presence will increase to roughly 350,” the Memphis Police Department said in a statement.
US Starbucks workers go on strike — Memphis will take part next week
More than 1,000 unionized Starbucks workers went on strike at 65 stores nationwide Thursday.
3 questions for the Grizzlies 13 games in
The Grizzlies have time to think about the long-term future of their stars, but the team on the floor needs to find its identity.
Shelby County judges can handle task force case load, state’s high court says
Shelby County doesn’t need more judges to help with additional Memphis Safe Task Force cases, according to a new letter from the chief justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court.
Task Force agents have made hundreds of immigration arrests in Memphis. Here’s what happened at one.
A local woman was detained by federal law enforcement Tuesday night, Nov. 11, during a traffic stop in Midtown.
Bill that ended government shutdown could pay Tennessee’s US senators minimum $500K each
Here’s how Memphis’ D.C. representatives voted on the measure to fund the government until January.
Whiteside back in custody, new trial date set
Lindsey Whiteside is back in custody on charges of sexual activity with a minor after a federal judge overturned a magistrate’s decision to release Whiteside on bond.
Overton Park’s Old Forest fence formally falls: ‘The Old Forest is whole again’
The Thursday, Nov. 13, formal opening of the new Old Forest acreage served as an epitaph for the conflict over what to do about overflow Memphis Zoo parking on the Overton Park greensward.
Tigers hoping for chaos to get into American Conference title game
The writing is on the wall for Memphis to miss out on a conference championship for the sixth straight season. But there are potential, albeit unlikely, scenarios keeping Tiger hopes alive.
The Daily Memphian joins Memphis media for ‘A Day of Giving’ food drive
People can donate money online to the Mid-South Food Bank, or donate goods at the Friday, Nov. 14, food drive at Poplar Plaza between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m.
$15 Deal: Karen’s Maple Delight at Mitchell’s Breakfast Burritos
Karen’s Maple Delight has two pork sausage patties, scrambled eggs and chopped hash browns drizzled with pure maple syrup and a hint of cinnamon.
Lausanne quarterback voted Player of the Week
This week’s winner led the Lynx to a first-round playoff victory over Davidson Academy.
Hop on the Shamrock Shuttle, do yoga with pups and eat pudding with a fork
This week, the Memphis Zoo launches a new holiday lighting show with lanterns, and an Orpheum party goes “Back to the Future.”
Daily Memphian postseason golf awards: State champs from MUS, St. Mary’s lead
Brantley Moore and Jada Lin take top individual honors. Chip Campbell of MUS is the year’s best coach.
TSSAA second-round football playoff preview: By the numbers
Numbers and notes you need to know ahead of Friday’s second round TSSAA playoff action.
All-Region 8-4A football team announced
Standouts from Craigmont, Haywood County, Kirby, Lakeland Prep, Millington and Ridgeway honored by the league’s coaches.
Memphis parents say district is leaving deaf students behind
An MSCS parent who is deaf and volunteers at Sea Isle said students are also missing out on learning about deaf culture.
Celtics hand Grizzlies a loss that was ‘tough pill to swallow’
The Celtics game looked like a chance for Memphis to get a victory amid a difficult scheduling stretch. It turned out to be a mess.
Sheriff’s Office demands apology for sexual assault lawsuit
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is disputing that two women who were allegedly assaulted at the Shelby County women’s jail last year were actually in their custody at the time.
Table Talk: Memphis native creates new spice blends
Mane Street Seasonings is Memphis through and through.
What Daily Memphians think*
“I read the title of this story, and my mind immediately thought of another Penny.🤣” — Michael Reedy about The penny is gone, and most folks don’t seem to care too much
“Great news for all of us who live Downtown and love to go to South Main to eat.” — Robert Rowan about New Filipino bar planned for Downtown
“Statue of Liberty, YES! Statue of Bigotry, NO!” — Dennis Paden about Task Force agents have made hundreds of immigration arrests in Memphis. Here’s what happened at one.
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Need an office? Rent a desk at Crosstown Concourse.
Anyone who’s ever dreamed of working at Memphis’ vertical village will finally get their chance. Crosstown CoWork has a space for remote workers looking for a desk.
New Filipino bar planned for Downtown
Kuya, which is planned for the former Bedrock Eats & Sweets space, would have a pan-Asian-American menu with craft cocktails, beer, wine, sake and small bites.
County moves money toward new Regional One
Design work for Regional One Health is about to begin as well as demolition of the old Commercial Appeal building that will be the center of the hospital’s new campus.
The penny is gone, and most folks don’t seem to care too much
The U.S. Mint produced the last penny it’ll ever make Wednesday, but that still leaves 114 billion pennies in circulation.
Sudoku: Nov. 13
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily Jigsaw: Christmas in November
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the Christmas in November event at Greater Community Temple Church of God in Christ and was taken by Greg Campbell.
Metro
Tiger football games help veterans ‘just trust the moments’
How do cannons, crowds and the roar of the Memphis Tigers help veterans combat fear and isolation as they work through PTSD?
Premium City of Memphis What could be the long-term impact of the Memphis Safe Task Force? Community leaders weigh in.
Metro Shelby County Chancellor dismisses gun-group lawsuit against city
Elections $750M in new public money suggested for school buildings plan
Metro As temps dip, what can Mid-South expect this winter?
Business
Former Railgarten to become family-friendly Stomping Grounds
The new owners signed a 10-year lease for the 10,000-square-foot space for a business they call “the kind of family spot Midtown has been missing.”
Premium Real Estate College students want to flip a house in every state — starting in Memphis
Premium Business Elves on the shelves — and ladders and roofs
Premium Real Estate Inked: Church to develop Downtown warehouse, vascular clinic opens surgery center
Business At Honor Forward, shopping local supports small businesses — and homeless veterans
Sports
Memphis lost to Ole Miss. Here’s what we learned.
There was a level of legitimate concern in Memphis coach Penny Hardaway’s voice after the Tigers’ 83-77 road loss to the Rebels.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: Reason to feel encouraged after Ole Miss loss? Tigers should be.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Tiger football games help veterans ‘just trust the moments’
Sports Memphis women’s soccer gets 7 seed in NCAA Tournament
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies 25: Kyle Anderson played with his own style, at his own speed
Food
Food Drives: How to find help and how to give it
Here is where people in the Mid-South have can get free meals and where they can help others in the community.
Recipes Gobble ’til you wobble: Thanksgiving recipes and holiday lights
Suburbs
DeSoto County DA seeks new sentencing for Whiteside after support letters found to be coerced
Two people who wrote letters of support for Lindsey Whiteside have recanted their communiques after the former assistant basketball coach pleaded guity of sexual battery of a minor.
Premium Collierville St. George’s says head of school not involved in reported sexual assault
Arts & Culture
Spillit Memphis launching film festival
True stories of Rowan Oak property in Oxford, adopting greyhounds from the racetracks and Tom Lee’s life will be screened at the first Spillit film festival.
Performing Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Ira Sachs, Mike McCarthy back on the big screen
Opinion
Opinion: Rep. Cohen says flight reduction sparks outcry and frustrations
“I am frustrated on behalf of my constituents, whose flights to or from Memphis may be canceled or delayed, effecting untold numbers of business meetings, family gatherings, and vacations.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What the possibility of a Michelin star means for Memphis
Michelin stars have been a thing in Europe since 1900, when the first guides were published in France. But this year marked the first time the Michelin Guide came for restaurants in the American South.