MSCS could add $11M to new Frayser high school
District officials said the money is needed to keep the project on track as it recalculates next steps for the stalled Cordova high school.
Judge rules on Wanda Halbert’s removal
This has been the second attempt to remove the Shelby County clerk.
‘Embarrassing’ blight and roadwork issues dominate One Memphis forum
Mayor Paul Young hears of concerns regarding a road infrastructure project, as well as blight and crime, during his final One Memphis event of the year.
Turkey, tea and vets: 3 small businesses snag thousands in grants
Plus, the Downtown Memphis Commission’s Center City Development Corp. approved board members to oversee the progress of the Sheraton hotel.
Memphis eyes new tax for Downtown security and beautification
The City of Memphis is eyeing a single-item tax on food and other items sold Downtown to fund the district’s security, beautification and assistance for the area’s unhoused population.
Former ECS star Kam Jones pays tribute to Terry Tippett
Jones recorded the third triple-double in Marquette history Tuesday by posting 17 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in the 15th-ranked Golden Eagles' 76-58 victory against No. 6 Purdue.
Quarterfinal TSSAA football playoff preview by the numbers
Here are some important numbers, historical notes and fun facts to know ahead of Friday’s playoff action.
All-Region 8-3A football team announced
Standouts from Douglass, East, Hamilton, Lakeland Prep, Raleigh-Egypt, Sheffield and Wooddale honored by the league’s coaches.
DA to appeal suspect-release decisions by local judge
Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy announced the decision to appeal two decisions by a lower court judge to release multiple-shooting suspects without bond in recent weeks.
Former state senator resentenced for wire fraud conviction
The new sentence includes no prison time. Robinson received a sentence of time served in 2022. Instead, U.S. District Judge Sheryl Lipman imposed a fine of $48,600.
Inked: 3 buildings sell for $1.35M; lash studio fills in shopping center
Plus, Discover Battery and Fair Break Federal Credit Union make moves.
Table Talk: Five Memphis-made desserts for Thanksgiving
From pies to cakes to cookies, here are five treats from local bakeries that will have you counting your blessings.
What to watch in Memphis’ visit to San Francisco
The Tigers will be tested when they face the Dons in a warmup game ahead of next week’s Maui Invitational. Tigers’ roadtrip may be Hardaway’s ‘toughest stretch’ of coaching career Tigers Basketball Insider: Why Memphis’ heavy reliance on starters could pay offRelated content:
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Gladiator II,’ ‘Wicked’ bring back familiar stories
This pre-Thanksgiving weekend brings a couple of prestige-oriented films to the big screen, alongside stars Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Awesome project! Thank you volunteers! After all, we are Tennessee, the Volunteer State!” — Hall Prewitt about Church needs volunteers to bag 40K pounds of sweet potatoes
“Barring a recovery house from opening in a residential area isn’t discriminating against people with addiction issues. … If these people want to run a proper recovery house, they need to follow the rules.” — Rebekah Doe about Judge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
“… A little less conversation (and self-serving press conferences), a little more action.” — Keith Goldberg about DA to appeal suspect-release decisions by local judge
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Sudoku: Nov. 20
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Metro
Judge resets controversial Cooper-Young recovery home hearing
Questions delay the hearing for the Midtown recovery home opposed by neighbors and allegedly in violation zoning rules.
Premium City of Memphis Memphis’ claims against Nichols, family meant to ‘poison’ jury pool
Premium City of Memphis With Council’s Cordova high ‘death blow’ vote, Frayser high could be built first
Public Safety Two Memphis judges make cut for state appeals court seat
South Memphis ‘Good bones': I Love Whitehaven event celebrates cuisine, culture, community
Business
JoJo’s Espresso expands into space five times larger than original
JoJo’s Espresso, now in the 850-square-foot suite 114 at 1730 S. Germantown Road, will open in its new 5,000-square-foot space in the late first quarter.
Premium Real Estate Memphians mourn old Union Planters Bank building targeted for demo
Health Care Former St. Jude fundraising exec to lead global anti-hunger charity
Health Care Sleepless Mid-Southerners find relief at Memphis medical center
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Tigers Basketball Insider: Why Memphis’ heavy reliance on starters could pay off
According to KenPom, Memphis’ bench has only totaled 21.8% of the team’s total minutes so far this season. That ranks No. 349 out of 364 Division I teams.
Memphis Grizzlies Five players in double figures lead Nuggets past Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Nuggets 122, Grizzlies 110
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers’ roadtrip may be Hardaway’s ‘toughest stretch’ of coaching career
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Four Downs with Finebaum: Tennessee’s tough loss, Memphis’ big win, CFP outlook
Food
Preston Lamm leaves 40-year legacy at Rum Boogie Cafe
Beale Street would not be what it is today without Rum Boogie Cafe owner, and former CPA, Preston Lamm. But, he’s turned the keys over to a new owner.
Food News Sam’s Deli closes
Suburbs
Germantown school board member resigns
Daniel Chatham was elected in 2022. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is responsible for appointing an individual to finish the unexpired term.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett exploring options for Quail Ridge Golf Course
Arts & Culture
Beer bottles, finger models form ‘Energy States’ art exhibit
CBU art professor Scott A. Carter’s new Dixon exhibit is intricate and personal, exploring themes of death, time and self through found-object and sound-making sculpture.
Opinion
Echols: On shedding the constant noise in our heads
Candace Echols says The Retreat House is “A place that feels like a massage, a nap, a good book, a cup of coffee and afternoon recess on a countryside playground — all together at the same time.”
Podcasts
How music can protect the aquifer
The Acoustic Sunday Live series will hold its sixth event to benefit Protect Our Aquifer, the nonprofit that advocates for protection and monitoring of the aquifer that provides Memphis its drinking water.
Games
Word Flower: Nov. 19
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game that people of all ages can enjoy.