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• January 2025

  • 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.

    By Bianca Phillips January 28, 2025

  • Elevated Vietnamese cuisine coming to Crosstown

    Bao Toan, from the family behind Mochi & Mi, will open their newest restaurant Wednesday, Jan. 29. 

    By Joshua Carlucci January 28, 2025

  • 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.

    By Jody Callahan January 28, 2025

  • 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.

    By Samuel Hardiman January 27, 2025

  • 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.

    By Chris Herrington January 27, 2025

  • 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. 

    By Julia Baker January 27, 2025

  • 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.

    By Abigail Warren January 27, 2025

  • 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?

    By Chris Herrington January 27, 2025

  • 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.

    By Tim Buckley January 26, 2025

  • 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.

    By Geoff Calkins January 26, 2025

  • 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.

    By Michael Waddell January 26, 2025

  • 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.

    By Aarron Fleming January 26, 2025

  • 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.

    By Samuel Hardiman January 26, 2025

  • 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.

    By Parth Upadhyaya January 25, 2025

  • 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.

    By Bill Dries January 25, 2025

  • 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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    By Chris Herrington January 25, 2025

  • 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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    Box score: Memphis 61, Wichita State 53

    By Parth Upadhyaya January 25, 2025

  • 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.

    By Clay Bailey January 24, 2025

  • Under new CEO, IP makes big changes to help it thrive

    “He’s here to fundamentally rework IP and make it successful,” a financial executive said about CEO Andy Silvernail.

    By Jane Roberts January 24, 2025

  • 700 wins, countless memories: Bubba Luckett preps for special night at CBHS

    On Friday, Brothers will celebrate the coach whose youthful experiment turned into a legendary career.

    By John Varlas January 24, 2025

  • Grizzlies Insider: Memphis ‘lurking’ on Jimmy Butler? Take it only as that.

    NBA trade season is arriving, and Memphis continues to be brought up in the conversation around disgruntled Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. 

    By Drew Hill January 24, 2025

  • Buckley: Hardaway calls the turnovers ‘embarrassing.’ Are bad habits to blame?

    Memphis beat Wichita State, but coach Penny Hardaway is concerned about bad habits in January that could bite the Tigers come March.

    By Tim Buckley January 24, 2025

  • Food Files: ‘Mushroom queen’ moving her kingdom

    Shroomlicious pauses operations to kickstart progress on new location, Pretty Taco closed “temporarily” and The Ready Room is closed.

    By Sophia Surrett January 24, 2025

  • The Early Word: Richmond plans first 100 days; Memphis man turns 102

    Veterans Court gets a new judge, Memphis’ “mushroom queen” is moving and the Tigers earn an “embarrassing” win.

    By Bianca Phillips January 24, 2025

  • Calkins: He just turned 102! And he’s got stories you might not believe.

    T.K. Tanner just turned 102. He’s got stories you won’t believe. And, yes, I asked him the secret to a long life. It’s not what you might think.

    By Geoff Calkins January 24, 2025