Townsend buys sixth property on Summer Avenue’s west end
William “Bill” Townsend continues acquiring commercial properties on the west end of Summer, and he’s forming a plan.
Grizzlies wallop OKC by NBA-record 73 points
Jaren Jackson Jr. led with 27 points and rookie Santi Aldama had 18 points and 10 rebounds as the Grizzlies won, 152-79.Related story:
The Early Word: A tale of two unions, a historic win and a man on a mission to revive Summer Avenue
Popular taco truck owner plans to open Germantown restaurant, Grizz get a huge win and an epic rap battle brings out all the features.
Ford Megasite: United Auto Workers may have edge in organizing Blue Oval City
What’s the difference between “card check” and a secret-ballot vote? Perhaps the unionization of the mammoth Blue Oval City that Ford Motor Company plans to build just east of Memphis.
Lee grants clemency to 17 people, including two from Shelby County
Gov. Bill Lee granted clemency to 17 people Thursday, Dec. 2, using the power for his first time as governor. Two of the beneficiaries are from Shelby County.
At Cummings K-8, community members wrap their arms around neighborhood kids
Following a shooting at Cummings K-8, community members decided to show up for the neighborhood kids every morning.
Memphis will face Hawai’i in bowl game, according to report
It would be the first meeting between the Tigers and the Rainbow Warriors of the Mountain West conference.
Collierville neighbors unite to spread Christmas cheer
One street in Collierville wanted to provide an experience for the community. The effort has been a unifying one and brought more happiness to people than they could have imagined.
Council session has police, fire residency on agenda
Memphis City Council members talk about a new bid to allow police officers and firefighters to live outside Shelby County at a special committee session Monday, Dec. 6.
Conaway: Megasite renaming is a personal insult
The boys from rural Tennessee are doing what naughty boys in rural communities have always done. They’re metaphorically climbing up to the top of the Memphis Regional Megasite water tower to paint out what they don’t like.
Grizzlies have grand plans to retire Zach Randolph’s jersey
The week leading up to the Dec. 11 ceremony includes the release of a documentary and a toy drive appearance.
Memphis Bar Association gavel passes from one pioneer to another
Tannera Gibson becomes the Memphis Bar Association’s first Black female president. She succeeds Peter Gee, the organization’s first Asian American president.
Former Tiger Jake Elliott earns NFL special teams honor
Philadelphia Eagles’ Jake Elliott is second former Tigers kicker to win special teams player of the month in the NFL.
Millington, MBA juniors win first basketball player of the week vote
Juniors from Millington and Memphis Business Academy top the voting.
Opinion: Addiction is the pandemic within the pandemic
The opioid crisis continues to lay waste across racial, gender and generational lines.
Metro
U of M lifts employee vaccine mandate
The university still encouraged workers to get vaccinated and submit proof.
Suburbs Union Depot passes first county hurdle, neighboring opposition wants changes
Business
In-person St. Jude Marathon to return this weekend
The St. Jude Memphis Marathon is the biggest single-day fundraiser for the hospital.
Update Business Kellogg’s announces tentative deal with workers
Sports
Box score: Grizzlies 152, Thunder 79
Dec. 2, 2021: Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum.Related story:
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Food
TacoNGanas to open Midtown truck, preps Germantown restaurant
The popular taco truck opens a fourth Memphis-area location, at a well-trafficked Midtown corner, while its owner plans a sit-down restaurant in Germantown.
Suburbs
Union Depot passes first county hurdle, neighboring opposition wants changes
With a looming deadline for purchasing the former Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home property in Bartlett, the permits for a mixed-use project are on a fast track for consideration.
Neighborhoods
Downtown health/nutrition bar moves forward
Charles Cavallo, who also owns The Cupboard restaurant, plans to fully renovate the ground-floor commercial space, which was once a jewelry store.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Chris Stapleton, ‘Chungking Express’ and plenty of sparkle
A country star comes to town, lights begin to twinkle and it’s parade time in Collierville. This week even includes an event for your fur babies!
Opinion
Sanford: Wiseman leaves state government as valuable player in Ford assembly plant deal
Lang Wiseman, 50, said his greatest satisfaction in his dual role was his work making the planned Ford truck assembly plant at the Megasite of West Tennessee in Haywood County a reality.
Podcasts
Almost time to start the Never Have I Ever series
The Never Have I Ever series will begin soon, COVID permitting, and Chris Herrington and I talk about the things we plan to eat and discuss why some restaurants seem insider-ish.