Two Mississippi teens become BSA Chickasaw Council’s first female Eagle Scouts
The Boy Scouts of America began accepting girls in 2019 and this achievement is historic.
Jermaine Johnson coming home to Memphis as Tigers’ assistant coach
Former Melrose High coach and close friend of Penny Hardaway joins the Tigers on a one-year contract.
Former longtime Daily News publisher John Paul Jones dies at age 100
Known to friends as “Jack,” Jones served as publisher of The Daily News for 34 years, the same publication his family has owned and operated for 134 years. He was also known for starting a basketball camp and for his philanthropic efforts.
Five standouts from the Tigers’ blowout win over Stephen F. Austin
JoJo Dorceus and Rodney Owens were among the stars on defense.
Falling under the spell of autumn
Soak up the beauty of a crisp autumn day through photos of Mid-South scenes including Overton Park in Midtown, Links at Galloway and Shelby Farms Park in East Memphis, and Martin Luther King Jr. Riverside Park in South Memphis.
Coronavirus: 509 new cases in Shelby County, but no new deaths
On Monday, new directives from the Shelby County Health Department go into effect and put new restrictions on businesses.
Grizzlies sign Jontay Porter to three-year contract
The move means the Grizzlies will need to waive or trade a player to make room on the roster. Memphis signed De’Anthony Melton and John Konchar to four-year deals on Saturday.
Annual Thanksgiving dinner for homeless goes mobile
MemFeast, the annual Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless and those in need, had to change the way it distributes meals because of the pandemic. Six churches will serve meals from food trucks in their parking lots.
Luciann’s future may allude to, not X out, building’s colorful past
The new owner is filling the place with antiques to open a shop. And instead of running from the building’s X-rated past, he may “lean into it.” But don’t worry, the idea involves whimsical branding, not adult entertainment.
Memphis-Navy kickoff time set
The Tigers’ final three games of the season were reshuffled to get the Midshipmen back on the schedule. The Tigers (5-2, 3-2 AAC) and Midshipmen (3-4, 3-2) were originally scheduled to play Nov. 14, but the game was postponed because of COVID-19 cases at Navy.
Calkins: A day — and a lesson — worth celebrating at the Liberty Bowl
It wasn’t the biggest win of the season for Memphis football. But it was a joyous day just the same.
Metro
The Early Word: Bondi talks crime decline, and Edey takes a hit to the head
Mom sues MSCS for handcuffing her kid, Sexton says Shelby County should pay for its own jail and the city’s library director is checking out.
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Business
Daily Memphian seminar to focus on city’s real estate, growing tax base
Real estate experts will discuss Memphis’ growing markets at The Daily Memphian’s Commercial Real Estate: Review and Forecast Seminar on Thursday, Dec. 4, at Memphis Botanic Garden.
Premium Real Estate North Memphis Grocery Project on hold until more ‘heads and beds’
Real Estate Tires, tech and the Egg King: 3 small businesses plan their new looks
Spirit of Memphis WWII hero and pioneering scientist dies at 100
Real Estate Downtown restaurants and nail salon awarded $50K for renovations, Baron Von Opperbean to get more money soon
Sports
Jaren Jackson Jr. returns, Zach Edey gets injured in Grizzlies loss to Nuggets
Center Zach Edey played less than six minutes. Memphis coach Tuomas Iisalo said after the game that Edey got hit in the head and was unable to return.Related content:
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Food
Food Files: Barefruit Cafe plans grand opening, more
Barefruit Cafe, Cook Out, Insomnia Cookies and Dave’s Hot Chicken are all making news.
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Suburbs
Why the DeSoto County sheriff chose the Marines, when he feels most alive and more
Sheriff Thomas E. Tuggle II answers questions ranging from what his favorite music is to how he wants to be remembered.
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Arts & Culture
Shelby County’s natural splendor featured in new calendar
Some stunning images shot by local residents of wildlife and the natural splendor of Shelby County will be featured in next year’s Tennessee Wildlife Federation calendar.
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Opinion
Opinion: Protecting public safety from digital manipulation
“The internet isn’t just a separate world we visit; it is now an inseparable part of our streets, schools and homes. The ultimate safety app is awareness.”
Opinion Opinion: Embracing the best moment of life
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: In an open carry state, here’s how a gun becomes illegal
The Memphis Safe Task Force has seized more than 400 guns during its time in Memphis, in what could be a major milestone in reducing violent crime.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Tree lightings, Christmas concerts & Juliet
Games
Sudoku: Nov. 22
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?