Tigers Mailbag: 2025 expectations, who starts at quarterback
Beat writer Frank Bonner II answers readers questions regarding the Memphis Tigers football program early in the 2025 offseason.
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January 2025
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School board appointee ready to be ‘loudest advocate’ for Germantown
“Education, to me, is the great equalizer,” said Scotty Hendricks Jr., who Germantown leaders appointed to the Board of Education. “There is nothing that prevents someone that has education from being able to figure out how to overcome obstacles.”
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Martin: Seven years in, Penny Hardaway is winning respect
With a 6-1 start in the AAC and his team poised to earn its best tournament seed since John Calipari, Penny Hardaway is finally changing the hearts and minds of some of the same national media that once doubted him.
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MSCS board member Keith Williams subject of Title IX harassment investigation
The Daily Memphian obtained a document that shows Williams is banned from visiting schools in his capacity as a union leader for the duration of the investigation.
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can answer concerns with win over Houston on Thursday
After falling in the ugliest defeat of the season to New York on Monday night, doubts have continued to swirl about the Grizzlies’ competitiveness against some of the best teams in the NBA.
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Lunar New Year means dumplings, noodles, whole fish and, hopefully, luck
Three Memphis chefs with Chinese roots share their favorite “lucky” dishes to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
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After 2 1/2 years, Central BBQ reopens in Midtown
Central BBQ marries both the old and the new in its revamped Central Avenue location.
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The Early Word: Old CA could house new ER, and Liberty Stadium shrinks
Vietnamese food gets elevated at Bao Toan, Kirk Whalum honored a fallen astronaut and the Grizzlies have too many turnovers.
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Elevated Vietnamese cuisine coming to Crosstown
Bao Toan, from the family behind Mochi & Mi, will open their newest restaurant Wednesday, Jan. 29.
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After disaster struck, Kirk Whalum stepped in for an astronaut
Kirk Whalum was stunned to receive a call from Cheryl McNair, the widow of astronaut Ron McNair who was killed in the Challenger disaster. The favor she asked of him still affects him today.
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As city’s legal challenges mount, so does spending on outside firms
Last year, Memphis taxpayers paid $4.9 million in private legal bills, which have climbed each of the past four years.
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The Early Word: Central BBQ goes home, FedExForum witnesses wins
The city’s spending on private legal bills is rising, while MATA waits for more cash. Parks director Nick Walker says goodbye.
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Corporate Transparency Act adds confusion for small businesses
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network requirement can be time-consuming, expensive and confusing, according to business owners and attorneys. Adding to the confusion is the fact that the Corporate Transparency Act is in limbo as various court rulings continue to block and restore the law.
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Suburban superintendents concerned by special school-voucher session
With the discussion of school vouchers beginning this week, suburban leaders said they are watching the events in Nashville and hoping the special session doesn’t mean approval of the controversial approach.
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Herrington: After near-trade, Luke Kennard has thrived. What’s next?
Luke Kennard was almost traded back in December, with the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline approaching, will Memphis keep Kennard?
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Buckley: ‘Complete domination.’ The Tigers have Andy Kennedy’s endorsement.
Former Ole Miss coach feels fine about the Memphis Tigers’ NCAA Tournament hopes after watching them dismantle his UAB Blazers.
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Calkins: Leaving Memphis makes Nick Walker ‘tear up.’ Here’s why.
Nick Walker, the Memphis parks director, is leaving for North Carolina. He has some thoughts before he goes about why he loves the city, what bothers him about Memphians and what he’d like to see change.
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Serious chops: Officials find creative outlets in music, acting
Several suburban officials have found a way to escape the pressures of day-to-day government by taking to the stage to perform.
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DA’s Justice Review Unit one of at least 128 similar entities around US
In his hunt to see Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy removed from office, state Sen. Brent Taylor, R-Eads, has cited the creation of the DA’s Justice Review Unit as one justification for the ouster.
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Facing cash crunch, MATA wants Mayor Young to follow through on promise of more money
MATA’s interim chief financial officer urged Memphis Mayor Paul Young to find more funding for the bus system before it runs out of cash next month.
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What to watch in Memphis’ game against UAB
The No. 24 Tigers should have a point to prove when the AAC preseason favorite Blazers visit FedExForum.
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What the county revenue forecast could mean for your property taxes
Real estate values in the recently completed countywide property reappraisal are up about 27% compared to in 2021.
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Grizzlies offense overwhelms Pelicans for fifth straight win
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 22 of his game-high 29 points in the second half to lead the Grizzlies to their fifth straight win. He added a career-high-tying seven assists as he produced yet another piece of evidence in his growing case as one of the league’s best players.
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Box score: Grizzlies 139, Pelicans 126
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After another sloppy performance by Tigers, Hardaway has revelation
It was apparent something needed to change after Memphis tallied 20 turnovers against Wichita State on Thursday.
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Bailey: McCarter the Maverick and the alternative voice in Lakeland
Connie McCarter has shown her position as an alternative voice in Lakeland politics to the chagrin of a lot of people.
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