Business Blitz comes to Trap Fusion in ‘cost-friendly’ Whitehaven
Jason Gardner’s Whitehaven restaurant, Trap Fusion, had a line of people waiting to order food, while visitors filled most of the tables inside the dining room.
Sentencing delayed for former Memphis police in Nichols case
The five former Memphis police officers charged in the beating death of Tyre Nichols are set to be sentenced in federal court this summer
Hungry for a new sandwich spot? Hard Times Deli has you covered.
On this week’s “Sound Bites,” Holly Whitfield sat down with two of Hard Times Deli’s owners, Harrison Downing and Schuyler O’Brien, to discuss their backgrounds, the new restaurant and more.
Sparks fly at Lakeland Board of Commissioners meeting
Friction erupted when a Lakeland commissioner gave Mayor Josh Roman a piece of her mind over a last-minute addition to the meeting’s agenda.
Gun referendums don’t restrict firearms, city says. At least not yet.
The City of Memphis argued in court filings this week that gun-rights groups don’t have standing to sue the city about the gun-control referendums that passed this fall because they have no legal effect.
After TikTok ban is upheld, local content creator in wait-and-see mode
Memphis-area baker and TikTok plaintiff Chloe Sexton isn’t ready to give up despite Friday’s ruling.
Civil Rights Museum plans event-packed MLK Day
The National Civil Rights Museum, located Downtown at 450 Mulberry St., will extend its hours for the day honoring Martin Luther King Jr., and admission will be free.
Here’s what will replace the Memphis airport concourse
The three-story building will feature a rooftop observation deck that will overlook the airfield and be used for community outreach.
MSCS sets meeting for Marie Feagins ouster vote
The special-called meeting is set to include a report from unnamed “outside counsel” and, “if necessary,” a vote to select an interim superintendent for Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
Precocious youth, veteran leader spark top-ranked Bartlett
Tennessee’s top-ranked team boasts two talented freshmen. But it will take more than them to erase their recent state tournament frustration.
Conaway: If you’re in the funeral business, you’d best know where to dig
“Brent Taylor would use his elected office — voted on by about 20% of the county — to remove a county official elected by 100% of the county voters.”
Martin: Memphis lost. That’s OK. Just don’t make it a habit.
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway called the loss disheartening and discouraging. In the abstract, it’s hard to argue with him. It was a poor effort from the start.
U of M will retire Tamika Whitmore’s jersey March 1
The former All-American and WNBA All-Star will have her jersey retired at halftime of the Memphis women’s game against Tulsa.
Bailey: A look at suburban landscape and a pitch for appreciating our coverage
Collierville continues to fill out alderman slots, a look at the halfway point for new elected representatives and a hope for readers who appreciate suburban news.
Food Files: What’s Italian for ‘extra space’? Ecco at Overton Park expands.
Ecco Lounge is fitted with couches, chairs, tables and wall accents, including the signage Ecco Sala, meaning lounge in Italian.
Juco ruling gives Memphis tight end an extra year with the Tigers
Anthony Landphere had everything lined up in preparation for the 2025 NFL Draft. Then, Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield gave him a call.
Riverfront group names acting CEO
The Memphis River Parks Partnership is conducting a national search for someone to replace former CEO and President Carol Coletta.
What Daily Memphians think*
“I don’t often agree with this group, but I must say The Supremes sang the right tune with this one.” — Keith Goldberg about After TikTok ban is upheld, local content creator in wait-and-see mode
“Is there not a Shelby County legislative body that DOESN’T have a bunch of Drama right now??.” — Aaron Prather about Sparks fly at Lakeland Board of Commissioners meeting
“Mr. Varlas and DM, thank you for your high school sports reporting. It is good to read positive news about teenagers and it is good for them.” — Kent Ritchey about Memphis to host state cross-country meets
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Herrington: How Grizzlies’ pace may impact minutes, turnovers, length of game
Pace can color the game in a number of ways. Herrington breaks down three of the ways it impacts the Grizzlies.
Ben Johnson back to manage Redbirds
Germantown High grad Ben Johnson will return for his sixth season as manager of the Memphis Redbirds, Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.
Sudoku: Jan. 17
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
5 by 5 crossword: Jan. 17
Expect some colder weather on the way. But until then, you’ve got some time to play this crossword puzzle.
Metro
Email shows early tensions between Feagins, school leaders
Feagins, currently under the scrutiny of a proposed ouster, has been celebrated for what some call bold efforts. But the reality of her changes appear to have had a more complex impact on schools and students.
Premium City of Memphis MATA has one month of expenses left, then it’s out of cash
Music Woman charged in Graceland auction fraud case appears in federal court
State Government Governor calls special session on school vouchers, immigration
Metro Another Arctic blast on horizon for Memphis area
Business
Downtown Crowne Plaza ownership up in the air
The developer who won the auction for the 230-room Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown could be denied ownership weeks before closing.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Crunch Fitness weighs third location; Madison Ave. shopping center sold
Business XAI opens path to work with Memphis-area businesses
Premium Health Care Moody’s, S&P downgrade Methodist Le Bonheur bond ratings
Premium Real Estate Cooper-Young development approved for property-tax incentive
Sports
Taylor Jenkins mopped floors and drove vans. It taught humility.
Taylor Jenkins started coaching in a locker room that felt like a glorified janitor’s closet. Now he’s coaching the NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis outmuscled, upset by Temple in Philadelphia
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: Temple 88, Memphis 81
High School Sports Standouts from Rossville, Harding voted player of the week
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can’t replicate Victor Wembanyama problem
Food
Five Memphis dining trends that could define 2025
“One thing we’ve all learned since the pandemic is that change is the only constant,” restaurateur Deni Reilly said.
Premium Food News Brunch spot First Watch could be coming to Germantown
Suburbs
From Diet Coke to the rock band Styx, getting to know Maureen Fraser
Maureen Fraser will chair her first meeting as Collierville mayor Monday. Ahead of that, she shared some lesser known facts about her life.
Premium Bartlett Yaki Bowl, Burlington Coat Factory move in at Bartlett Towne Center
Arts & Culture
The Essential Memphis Library: ‘The Best of Sam & Dave’
“The Best of Sam & Dave” is the sound of singers, musicians, songwriters and producers finding a special chemistry.
Performing Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Nickel Boys,’ ‘Hard Truths,’ ‘Sing Sing’
Opinion
Calkins: Five board members want to oust Feagins. They’re making her a martyr instead.
Geoff Calkins: Whatever you think of the job Feagins has done, it can’t possibly be as bad as the job the board has done in trying to fire her. Instead of persuading the community that Feagins has to go, they have rallied the community to her side.
Podcasts
More inside details about No Comment and Fawn
Plus, bar owners Mary Oglesby and Paul Gilliam talk about the state of the service industry in Memphis.
Games
Word Flower: Jan. 16
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.