What’s on Memphis airport’s to-do list for 2020?
A privately developed travel plaza near the Memphis International Airport cell phone lot is one project airport officials expect to move forward during 2020.
Sanford: Gov. Lee stands up to state GOP on refugee issue
This political tempest involves the thorny issue of whether Tennessee should continue to participate in a federal refugee resettlement program.
Calkins: In a season of crazy upsets, Hardaway and the Tigers refuse to lose
Upsets are a part of basketball. Especially this year. But that doesn't seem to apply to Memphis coach Penny Hardaway, whose Tigers defeated Cincinnati Thursday, and who keeps winning all the games he's supposed to win.
Memphis basketball outlasts Cincinnati in slugfest
The Tigers' knockout punch came in the form of freshman forwards and technical foul by Cincinnati coach John Brannen.
Report: Morant makes decision on slam dunk contest
Former NBA great Tracy McGray says Ja Morant will be an MVP and a lot of national talking heads are taking notice of the young Grizzlies. So, what happens next?
Shelby County Commission will get new resolution for MATA funding
The Shelby County Commission is expected to consider a new resolution to raise $9 million for MATA through a $20 increase in the motor vehicle tax.
U.S. Postal Service will issue new LOVE stamp at St. Jude
U.S. Postal Service has chosen St. Jude for love the research hospital exudes.
Updated: Airport ups public art budget for revamped concourse to $1.2 million
Memphis International Airport will spend about $1.2 million for public art as part of the B Concourse modernization, which is just over a year from completion.
Grizzlies Notebook: Ja Morant’s eruption, Zion’s MLK Day no-show
Sorting through the aftershocks of Ja Morant's eruption, lamenting Zion Williamson's looming missed MLK Day, noting a promising recent lineup wrinkle and more.
My Favorite Things: Yuan bao
When you can’t take the beach cure, there’s always more soup. At Mosa, a bowl of yuan bao is one way to combat the gray-day sniffles.
Capitol Commission to discuss Forrest bust in February
The State Capitol Commission is scheduled for a Feb. 20 meeting, at which time removal of the Nathan Bedford Forrest bust from the Capitol’s second floor is expected to be debated.
Memphis recommends closing three charter schools up for renewal
District staff recommended against re-upping operating agreements for Veritas College Preparatory, Memphis College Preparatory Elementary and Memphis Business Academy Middle.
More voucher advocates join Gov. Bill Lee’s administration
The new hires are expected to further expand the influence of organizations advocating for education policies such as vouchers and charter schools.
Metro
Police car set on fire Downtown, MPD says
A police car was set ablaze in front of the Memphis Police Department’s North Main precinct Monday night, Nov. 25.
City of Memphis MLGW budget sails through Memphis City Council vote
Business
Inked: Bank fitted for former fitness hub; new tenant coming to Crescent Center
Plus, a Bartlett building was sold for $685,000, and the County Line Express gas station on Winchester Road is set to be demolished.
Ford Megasite Ford will build $7M childcare center at BlueOval City
Sports
Love it, Like it or Hate it: Memphis makes waves at Maui
The goodwill the Tigers earned with their two victories in Maui shouldn’t be thrown away simply because of the loss to unbeaten Auburn.Related content:
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Food
Uncle Lou’s new location will be smaller but, he says, better
Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken is set to move to a freestanding building in early 2025, something Lou Martin has been wanting to do for a while.
Suburbs
Bartlett ‘Buy Local’ market sleighs holiday shopping list
As the holiday season dawns, Bartlett Chamber officials are taking advantage of Small Business Saturday by spotlighting local artists at the Bartlett Holiday Market.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Grammy winner to be honored with brass note on Beale
Robert Gordon is being honored with a brass note on Beale Street, a recognition of his work telling the rest of the world about Memphis and its culture.
Opinion
Greenstein: Even in the darkest of times, we have reason to give thanks
The history of Thanksgiving can help us appreciate the miracle of being alive in this time and place, and the timeless gift of gratitude can ground us through any storm.
Podcasts
Curb Side Casseroles owner has pro-tips for stress-free Thanksgiving
Bradford Williams’ business is built on making family meals easy.