The Early Word: Harris wants sheriff out of 201, and Tigers take out NOLA
A Stax legend has died, a Chicago eatery has left Memphis and two Collierville households want out of town.
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December 2025
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Up in smoke: Strict regulations reshape Mississippi’s vaping market
A new law in Mississippi limits the vape products available at DeSoto County outlets.
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Tigers coach addresses why Aaron Bradshaw didn’t play against New Orleans
Forward Aaron Bradshaw never entered Memphis’ 86-70 win over New Orleans, while center Thierno Sylla only played two second-half minutes.
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Former Peanut Shoppe space and Downtown warehouse will become ‘something to celebrate’
The two Downtown Memphis structures will be renovated. And for one of the spaces, the new updates “places pedestrians first.”
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Catherine & Mary’s, Soul & Spirits get more than $50K in incentives
The Downtown Memphis Commission’s Design Review Board approved facade designs and renovation plans for the restaurant and the brewery.
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Table Talk: 25 years of Mr. Rusty’s is over, but his taste of Chicago isn’t gone for good
After more than 25 years of serving authentic Chicago-style fare, Mr. Rusty’s Real Taste of Chicago closed its doors at 1859 Winchester Road the day before Thanksgiving.
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Stamp of approval: USPS signs lease for Memphis facility
The deal has been in the works for more than a year and came together as part of USPS’s 10-year Delivering for America plan — a more than $40 billion project.
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Martin: Who should Memphis football hire? The guy who will bring players.
“What matters in the end is not the sizzle of the name. ... It’s the players. It’s always about the players.”
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Ten must-see holiday concerts in December
In December, practically every venue in Memphis is offering at least one holiday-themed concert.
The non-exhaustive list of offerings includes classical performances, a jazz jam session, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and sacred soul.
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BET+ sets Christmas rom-com in Memphis
Among the cast of “Never Alone for Christmas: Memphis” are Memphis singer K. Michelle and actor Tom Arnold.
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Tips for living a long, full life from two octogenarian doctors
Dr. Vance Shappley and Dr. David Usdan are both in their 80s and both still practicing medicine. Here are their secrets.
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The Early Word: Firefighter raise talks get heated; state fights guard ruling
Library workers may have to reapply for their jobs, the Grizzlies’ luck runs out and The Lobbyist’s tubers are yam good.
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Grizzlies 25: Stromile Swift was a blast but grounded by ‘Strotential’
The Stro Show started fewer than 100 games in his NBA career, never averaged a dozen points in a season, but still ranks in the top 20 in franchise history in points, rebounds, steals and blocks.
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Inked: Highland Heights strip sold; golf simulator swings to Collierville
The Collierville location will be the second Back Nine Golf planned for the Memphis area, and Herman expects to open another spot in Lakeland.
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What to order: The Lobbyist’s yams crowned with an airy kataifi
Chef Jimmy Gentry’s vegetable-forward menu is full of creativity, but it’s the yams, topped with a pastry made of shredded filo dough, that’s the standout dish.
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Hattie B’s is a step closer to opening a second Memphis-area location
A Memphis suburb has a taste for hot chicken. The Nashville-based chicken chain clears a significant hurdle for a second location near two of Shelby County’s busiest roadways.
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A look at Memphis in NCAA’s first NET rankings of season
Where do the Tigers sit in the first NET rankings of the season released by the NCAA? What do the NET rankings even mean? And why are they relevant?
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Road improvements could derail The Waters at Bartlett project
The Bartlett Planning Commission endorsed the mixed-use project on the east end of the suburb, despite the developer wanting to avoid improvements at a nearby intersection.
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Silverfield’s exit puts Tigers in tough situation heading into early signing period
Former Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield left the Tigers three days before the NCAA’s early signing period begins. Two former Tigers weigh in on how that might impact the Memphis program.
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What to watch when Memphis plays New Orleans
The Tigers face New Orleans on Wednesday at FedExForum before playing three consecutive games against teams currently ranked in the top 25 of KenPom.
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The next coach at Memphis? We have thoughts.
Is Ed Scott about to make the most important hire of the Memphis athletic program? And who should he pick?
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Grizzlies 25: Jonas Valanciunas had a big personality to match his big game
At his best, Jonas Valanciunas had a Zach Randolph game in a Marc Gasol package: a walking, talking Ga-Z-Bo.
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The Early Word: Sports guys talk Tigers coach; Hattie B’s heads for the ‘burbs
Big changes are coming to Frayser schools, an ex-Memphis cop is sentenced for murder and the DA’s office remembers lives lost.
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Hattie B’s restaurant chain hopes to add location in Germantown
Hattie B’s is looking to open its second Memphis-area location in Germantown near two of Shelby County’s busiest thoroughfares.
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Herrington: Zach Edey’s return has changed the Grizzlies. How do they take the next step?
With Zach Edey’s return, the Memphis Grizzlies have overcome backcourt injuries to win with power. It’s not quite what head coach Tuomas Iisalo envisioned.
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