Boozer comes up big as Grizzlies spoil Warriors’ home opener
A late 17-2 run helped the Grizzlies defeat the Warriors. Cam Boozer hit a key basket with 20 seconds left in his 25-point, 13-rebound, six-assist night. Related content:
Tigers prove their point in exhibition win at Mississippi State
Although Friday’s win over Mississippi State was just an exhibition, it gave Memphis fans reason to be excited about what the Tigers could offer this season.
Friday prep report: CBHS starts fast, downs rival MUS
A 21-point first quarter was the spark for the 11th-ranked team in the Daily Memphian Dandy Dozen.
Munford wins scrappy game at Germantown to go 8-1
Munford’s win improved its record to 8-1 and set up what is effectively the region title game next week against Central, with the winner earning home-field advantage in the playoffs.
Box score: Grizzlies 111, Warriors 108
NBA box score for Friday’s game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors played in San Francisco.
Cohen, NAACP address voting machine problems in separate events
As concerns about Tennessee voting machines have gone viral in recent days, U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen and other local Democratic leaders urged Memphians to vote — and check their ballots.
Lowery’s transition team delivers recommendations for Shelby County’s future
New Shelby County Mayor Mickell Lowery said the county government’s financial situation is manageable but requires changes in how the government handles revenue and expenses.
Buckner names new command staff, sets priorities for crime reduction and jail safety
“These leaders tonight will help me make decisions that would change the conditions of our jail, make it more humane, make our jail one of the safest jails in the United States of America,” Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner said.
Store fire in Collierville kills parrot mascot Popeye
A fire ripped through Russell’s Farm Supply in Collierville late Thursday night, destroying the store and killing beloved mascot Popeye, a blue-fronted Amazon parrot.
St. Benedict coach Kevin Cobbs spreads positive message despite diagnosis
Football is a game. Cancer is real life. But through it all, St. Benedict coach Kevin Cobbs is finding a way to get things done.
Buckley: The Tigers trusted in Stokes. Even after a nightmare in New Orleans.
“What I saw in practices this week, I knew he would bounce back,” Tigers coach Charles Huff said. “His teammates knew he would bounce back.”
Millington to roll out rideshare program by Thanksgiving
Millington is partnering with several other entities to provide a rideshare program in the suburb with hopes to have it in operation by Thanksgiving.
Arts Beat: For Rhodes professor, pressure wins a poetry prize
Caki Wilkinson uses pressure and constraint to write her poems, and she just took home a national award for it. But when she first came to Memphis, it was to play basketball.
Bailey: Touring the suburbs from no shows in Lakeland to a new team in Southaven
A tour around the suburbs this week finds a new team in Southaven, a departure at the top of the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce and a no-show of a Lakeland mayoral candidate.
Senatobia police officer who shot and killed 1-year-old boy has resigned, mayor says
Sgt. Hunter Foster had been cleared of criminal wrongdoing by the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office after its monthslong probe concluded his use of force had been justified.
Here’s what congressional candidates Charlie Hatcher and Chaz Molder told reporters after joint appearance
Nominees to represent Tennessee’s 5th District faced questions about ICE, war in Iran at event in Spring Hill.
Calkins: 50 years ago, Vietnamese immigrants arrived in Midtown. A new festival celebrates what they did — and what might be.
It’s been 50 years since thousands of Vietnamese refugees ended up in Memphis after the Vietnam War. Sunday, the Mekong Memphis Festival aims to celebrate their journey — and spark a revitalization of the neighborhood.
Food Files: Sunrise Memphis to open third location
Plus, Dr. Bean’s second location will share a building with a coffee equipment sales, repair and maintenance shop.
Opinion: Amendment 1 would surrender Tennessee’s 230-year right to bail
“Amendment 1 would change that balance by allowing people to be detained without bail based solely on an accusation, before a jury has heard the evidence. The question before voters on Nov. 3 is whether we are willing to surrender a constitutional protection that has stood for 230 years.” Opinion: Amendment 1 will build safer communities for Tennessee familiesRelated content:
Palazzolo has advice for next mayor of Germantown
At the end of 12 years as Germantown mayor, Mike Palazzolo offers his advice to future leaders of the suburb on “Behind the Headlines.”
Opinion: Amendment 1 will build safer communities for Tennessee families
“When dangerous offenders are released on bond and commit more crimes, innocent Tennesseans pay the price. If Amendment 1 passes in November, judges in our community and statewide will have the authority they need to keep violent offenders in custody.” Opinion: Amendment 1 would surrender Tennessee’s 230-year right to bailRelated content:
SpaceX facing $6.1M in penalties for potential environmental violations
The AI company said Mississippi’s environmental regulator is seeking civil penalties for potential violations of the state’s policies across three Southaven sites.
What Daily Memphians think*
“A well regulated and generous immigration system, properly staffed and funded, can be America’s super power in the rest of this century... and beyond.” — Ham Smythe about Calkins: 50 years ago, Vietnamese immigrants arrived in Midtown. A new festival celebrates what they did — and what might be.
“We won but honestly I’m not sure what I witnessed. We won. The stadium is fantastic.” — Mark Mitchell about Memphis Tigers win overtime thriller against East Carolina
“Hopefully a second location will soon be announced for Collierville.” — Steve Senteney about Culver’s coming to Memphis area
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How the City Council voted on data centers
Memphis City Council voted on a pair of data center moratorium proposals on Tuesday.
Sudoku: Oct. 23
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Daily WordRow: Oct. 23
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Elvis has not left the building
Today’s puzzle features the cast of “Million Dollar Quartet” at Theatre Memphis. Carla McDonald took the photo.
Martin: It’s finally about basketball for Memphis. And it looks good.
On Friday night in Starkville, it was finally about actual basketball for the University of Memphis — and it looked pretty freaking good.
Metro
Record heat, near-record drought leave Memphis primed for fires
Memphis has had just 2.29 inches of rain since Aug. 1, and fire officials are urging caution with fire pits as dry leaves pile up. Landscapers are losing work because lawns have stopped growing.
Elections This Halloween, get candy and voting information at National Civil Rights Museum
Premium Shelby County Spending in MSCS-takeover suit nears county’s limit
City of Memphis City Council votes down indefinite data center pause
Premium Elections David Hatley talks MSCS, data centers at Memphis campaign stop
Business
Art museum, a hospital and the Queen: Developers to talk about projects shaping Memphis
Major projects shaping the city’s future — ranging from the art museum on Front Street to a mixed-use development in East Memphis’ Poplar corridor — will be previewed at the Developing Memphis seminar.
Premium Business Memphis tax abatement could pull industrial user from DeSoto County
Premium Real Estate Oak Court Mall demolition enters next phase
Premium Business Musk spends ‘4 days a week’ in Memphis as SpaceXAI’s presence continues to grow
Premium Health Care A new Millington VA clinic is providing care. But veterans and officials say rural access remains vital.
Sports
Calkins: The Grizzlies aim to win back the city. They got off to a sensational start.
The Grizzlies took the wraps off not just a new season but a new era Wednesday night with a resounding 123-103 win.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies How far is too far for a Ty Jerome 3? Farther than you think.
High School Sports Houston wins region girls soccer title against Collierville
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Iisalo’s vision, Jerome’s explosion and real basketball returned to FedExForum
Sports Memphis hires new track and cross country coach
Food
Culver’s coming to Memphis area
Culver’s, the chain that features ButterBurgers, cheese curds and frozen custard, will open it first location in the Greater Memphis area.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Bryant’s Summer Avenue Sampler
Suburbs
Arena League football coming to Landers Center
The league commissioner said there will be an “instant rivalry” with the Memphis Blues, the Bluff City’s American Arena League team.
Premium Business Threadgill to retire from Bartlett Chamber early next year
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar-winning Brit actresses, ‘Everything’ expands
Oscar-winning British actresses in high-concept new films. It’s an accidental theme of sorts at the movies this week.
Music Memphis takes center stage before more than 550 arts funders
Opinion
Opinion: FedEx Cares and American Red Cross to raise smoke alarm awareness
“Home fires are the nation’s most frequent disaster, impacting far more people than hurricanes, floods or tornadoes. These emergencies can devastate a family in a matter of minutes, destroying homes, cherished possessions and, in the worst cases, taking lives.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meet the new Muddy’s Bake Shop owners
Belltower Coffee’s locations on Highland Street and at Shelby Farms Park added a third member to the family earlier this year: Muddy’s on Broad Avenue.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Like father, like daughter
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of Katie Barrett that was taken by Mark Weber.