$1.5M building permit filed for Clayborn Temple exterior work
Clayborn Temple is preparing for work to begin on the historic site's exterior.
Hield, Fox lead Sacramento to 99-96 victory over Grizzlies
On the scene at the International Blues Challenge
Bands and solo/duo acts from Memphis and Mississippi to the Mediterranean and all points in-between competed Thursday night in the quarterfinals of the annual International Blues Challenge on Beale. Competition continues through Saturday.
Developers closely watch Germantown’s plans for golf course
Developers watch with interest what may become of the 180-acre Germantown Country Club, which they say would be a prime location for a well-planned, high-end residential development.
State not seeking Memphis megasite money for next budget unless it lands a major employer
Economic and Community Development commissioner contends the state has enough resources on hand to make the Memphis Regional Megasite in Haywood County "shovel-ready."
Recap: Grizzlies come close, but drop their eighth straight as late calls go against them
The Memphis Grizzlies saw their losing streak continue as a late call thwarted a last-minute comeback and hopes for a win.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Christmas music and holiday spirit
We’re wrapping ourselves in holiday music and movies this week.
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Education Feagins brings in new attorney in fight over MSCS ouster
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Business
Alcohol Commission postpones decision on The Station for three weeks
Ethan Edwards has been trying for more than a year to fully open The Station, which is only selling non-alcoholic products now.
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Real Estate Club 616, Spectrum property to be revitalized
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Sports
Charles Huff has a 5-year, $10 million deal as Memphis football coach
Huff, who replaced former coach Ryan Silverfield, will earn $1.8 million in his first year.
Sports Newly promoted Ole Miss coach Pete Golding seeking stability as CFP opener vs. Tulane looms
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Sports Former Collierville High star Drew Pomeranz signs with LA Angels
High School Sports CBHS, Collierville runners lead Daily Memphian postseason cross country awards
Food
Table Talk: Team Car Cafe may be closing but it’s going out with a bang
Nearly four weeks before it plans to close its doors for good, Team Car Cafe introduced its most ambitious offering ever: a $100 double shot of espresso.
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Suburbs
Pumping the brakes: Olive Branch residents try to stop growth, but board hits the gas
Olive Branch residents opposed a gas station and a new subdivision in the DeSoto County city, but officials thought the plans had significant benefits to approve them in a pair of split votes.
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Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Avatar,’ ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ at the Orpheum
If you’re looking for more grown-up counterprogramming, there’s “The Housemaid,” an apparent thriller from “Bridesmaids” director Paul Feig.
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Opinion
The Daily Memphian wouldn’t be possible without Memphis
“For all the challenges we have as a city ... there is a core commitment among people, businesses and organizations in this city not only to work on those challenges, but to highlight all the things that are good, hopeful, interesting and entertaining about our city.”
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Christmas music and holiday spirit
We’re wrapping ourselves in holiday music and movies this week.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: The Station’s next stop — back to the alcohol board
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 18
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.