Local muralist set to unveil new work in Frayser
Local muralist Jamond Bullock was awarded the opportunity to do a mural in his hometown neighborhood of Frayser eight months ago, and is set to unveil it July 27.
Calkins: Darius Washington has picked himself up off the floor
It's been 14 years since Darius Washington missed those free throws against Louisville. How he handled that disappointment has helped shape his life.
Kane says two new convention center hotels a possibility
On "Behind the Headlines," the CEO of Memphis Tourism predicts growth in hotel rooms and other convention amenities, beyond the current ongoing legal battles.
Methodist cardiologist performs first-of-a-kind heart procedures
An interventional cardiologist at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare has performed several experimental first-in-the-world heart procedures on patients that were deemed inoperable by other physicians.
Calkins: Memphis tournament where it all began for Sellers Shy
Three decades ago, Sellers Shy was a Memphis kid who just wanted to help at the golf tournament. Now he's back as a producer for CBS.
Former Orlando GM Gabriel impressed with Hardaway’s coaching rise
Orlando Magic executive John Gabriel said Penny Hardaway has his own way of showing his competitive fire.
Metro
State senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
As the federal trial for Lindsey Whiteside is delayed by a month, a DeSoto County state senator is seeking legislation targeting officials who vouched for the former youth pastor charged with sexual battery with a minor.
Elections First five qualify as 2026 Shelby County primary field takes shape
Public Safety What to expect on Beale Street this New Year’s Eve
Unlocked The Early Word The Early Word: xAI is expanding, and Marshall Steakhouse is, too
City of Memphis Here’s what hit the headlines in Memphis this year
Business
TVA moving ahead with natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis
The turbines TVA plans to construct are intended to be used when the electric grid sees high demand.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Business Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen next year
unlocked Spirit of Memphis Local mission-driven apparel company returns to its roots
Unlocked Real Estate Food Files: Could Cava come to the Mid-South? And, The Artist Table hosts all-you-can-eat ramen.
Sports
Memphis’ Sincere Parker makes first public comments since July arrest
The 6-3 guard, who finished with 10 points for his eighth double-digit scoring game of the season Wednesday, finally broke his silence.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis overcomes sloppy play to open American Conference play with win against North Texas
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: Memphis 57, North Texas 48
Unlocked Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: The bad and (yes) good of the Grizzlies’ game of the year
Unlocked Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies can’t get out of their own way in loss to Sixers
Food
Table Talk: A year-end roundtable ... minus the table
As the year closes, the table remains what it has always been — a place to gather, to recalibrate, to keep going.
Unlocked Food News Best bites of the year: DM writers dish about their favorite plates of 2025
Suburbs
State senator to introduce legislation targeting school board member who supported Lindsey Whiteside
As the federal trial for Lindsey Whiteside is delayed by a month, a DeSoto County state senator is seeking legislation targeting officials who vouched for the former youth pastor charged with sexual battery with a minor.
Unlocked North Mississippi Worth the drive: Hop in the car and give one of these Mid-South restaurants a try
Arts & Culture
What to expect on Beale Street this New Year’s Eve
Memphis police are promising a noticeably heavier presence on and around Beale Street as 2025 becomes 2026. Here’s what else to expect Downtown.
The To-Do List Hike, paddle, mediate or wrestle your way into a new year
Opinion
Herrington: The bad and (yes) good of the Grizzlies’ game of the year
The Grizzlies’ overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers was a disappointing outcome, but also a tantalizing preview.
Guest Columnists Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Ask Me Anything edition
During the AM/DM AMA, we talk about media bias, xAI and what might happen with The Station.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Morant returns; trade deadline approaches
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 30
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