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Grizzlies notebook: Boozer's crystal ball, Stewart's perfect fit and Memphis' proof of concept

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 16:31:21 -0600

Isaiah Stewart has helped head coach Tuomas Iisalo establish the team’s new culture, and the big man is looking right at home on this Grizzlies roster.

Taylor's October surprise and early voting ends with a surge

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 15:39:49 -0600

The political roundup includes two election traditions — The Four Way Soul Food Restaurant and the Republican bus tour along with David Hatley’s change in position on the Memphis Safe Task Force, and Mulroy on “youthful indiscretions.”

Herrington: Picking apart the Grizzlies’ hot start, Boozer’s triple-double

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 15:47:56 -0600

Breaking down the Grizzlies' six wins to start the season, with a look ahead to this week’s three games against the Pelicans, Pacers and Thunder. Can they make it a 9-0 start?

Buckley: His choice of ribs is curious. But, baby, Memphis Tiger Jermane Hayes sure can rack up receptions.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 12:02:13 -0600

A year after barely playing at Southern Miss, Jermane Hayes has become one of the most reliable targets for Memphis Tigers quarterback Marcus Stokes.

Memphis vs. Iowa State: Things to know for Tigers' season opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 11:30:03 -0600

Memphis opens its 2026-27 schedule with a neutral site game against Iowa State in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Echols: The DeLorean and the delight of God

candaceecholswrites@gmail.com (Candace Echols) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:08 -0600

“There is a youthful ecstasy that accompanies God’s good gifts; playful recreation is a kind of re-creation, and if God is in the business of anything, it is most certainly re-creating.”

Opinion: The soul of Memphis can’t be divided

morriss@churchhealth.org (G. Scott Morris) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:08 -0600

“Perhaps these strange new congressional districts offer an opportunity. A rural farmer may come to understand a family in South Memphis. Someone who has never set foot on a farm may come to recognize how the challenges of rural health care resemble those facing uninsured people in Memphis.”

Opinion: Two Democrats, two strategies. The question is who loses by less?

covington.john@gmail.com (John Covington) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:08 -0600

One Democrat reaches for the center. The other grabs a bullhorn. Different strategies, same problem: A national party hellbent on charging ever leftward.

Tennessee should increase funding for economically disadvantaged students, key committee says

mbrown@chalkbeat.org (Melissa Brown) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:08 -0600

Education advocates in the state have long warned Tennessee’s funding formula is undercounting economically disadvantaged students.

Indie Memphis: ‘The Lorraine,’ ‘Junebug’ are different but essential Southern stories

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:08 -0600

Both are Southern films that viewers will leave knowing more and thinking more deeply. In Memphis this week, the filmmakers will be on hand to display them.

The Back Nine Golf tees up Lakeland expansion

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:08 -0600

An indoor golf concept that has opened already in Collierville, is adding a Lakeland location, part of an expansion plan in the Memphis area.

'Golden age of brewing' may be over

ssurrett@dailymemphian.com (Sophia Surrett) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 09:20:41 -0600

Four years ago, Grind City’s Hopper Seely said he noticed a downward trend and thought the “craft-brewing bubble may officially be popped.”

Sudoku: Nov. 1

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:07 -0600

Are you ready for today’s puzzles?

Daily Jigsaw: Cross town rivals

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:07 -0600

Today’s puzzle features Memphis University School running back Wallace Bradshaw. Mark Weber took the photo.

Daily WordRow: Nov. 1

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:00:07 -0600

Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.

SpaceXAI continues Southaven buying spree, but some homeowners feel 'lowballed' by offers

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 15:04:27 -0600

The buying spree continues as SpaceXAI’s subsidiary has now acquired seven homes and more land in the Southaven area.

Jesse Turner Park gets more prominent entrance in South Memphis

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 09:18:15 -0600

A new set of five pillars at South Parkway and Bellevue Boulevard marks the entrance to the park, honors Turner’s legacy, and celebrates the history and culture of the community around it.

Memphis uses big plays, long drives to keep Army grounded

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 08:58:58 -0600

Marcus Stokes completed 29-of-35 passes for 371 yards and four touchdowns, and the Tigers offense had six plays of at least 20 yards, along with three long drives, to carry Memphis to its seventh win in nine games.

Box score: Memphis 49, Army 22

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:38:03 -0500

NCAA college football summary for Saturday’s game between the Memphis Tigers and Army Black Knights played at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Six and oh!: Grizzlies make franchise-record-tying win a Halloween treat.

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:22:50 -0500

Strong performances from Isaiah Stewart, GG Jackson, Cam Spencer and Cam Boozer helped the Grizzlies to their sixth straight win to start the season.

Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian

Grizzlies notebook: Boozer's crystal ball, Stewart's perfect fit and Memphis' proof of concept

Taylor's October surprise and early voting ends with a surge

Herrington: Picking apart the Grizzlies’ hot start, Boozer’s triple-double

Buckley: His choice of ribs is curious. But, baby, Memphis Tiger Jermane Hayes sure can rack up receptions.

Memphis vs. Iowa State: Things to know for Tigers' season opener

Echols: The DeLorean and the delight of God

Opinion: The soul of Memphis can’t be divided

Opinion: Two Democrats, two strategies. The question is who loses by less?

Tennessee should increase funding for economically disadvantaged students, key committee says

Indie Memphis: ‘The Lorraine,’ ‘Junebug’ are different but essential Southern stories

The Back Nine Golf tees up Lakeland expansion

'Golden age of brewing' may be over

Sudoku: Nov. 1

Daily Jigsaw: Cross town rivals

Daily WordRow: Nov. 1

SpaceXAI continues Southaven buying spree, but some homeowners feel 'lowballed' by offers

Jesse Turner Park gets more prominent entrance in South Memphis

Memphis uses big plays, long drives to keep Army grounded

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