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
MSCS board sues election commission over shortened terms
“This case presents a stark example of legislative punishment masquerading as election reform,” attorneys wrote in the lawsuit filed in Shelby County Chancery Court on Monday, Dec. 15.
Shelby County Judge tosses theft case against two former charter school directors
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Business
Grant family tree branching out with development, homebuilding efforts
The Grant family name has become synonymous with homebuilding and development with a number of relatives involved for generations.
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Sports
Jackson’s breakout game, Spencer’s career-high propel Grizzlies over Clippers
Jaren Jackson Jr. and Cam Spencer combined for 58 points as the Grizzlies improved to 3-0 against the Clippers this season.Related content:
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Food
Evelyn & Olive owner opening new Jamaican restaurant
When Evelyn & Olive closed in 2023, after more than a decade in operation, many assumed the hiatus would be brief. Even the owner.
Food Memphis rapper 8Ball debuts coffee brand
Suburbs
Coming in hot: Collierville opens new fire station
Collierville opened its sixth fire station Tuesday. The station is the biggest in the suburb and features the county’s first Safe Haven Baby Box.
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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
Opinion: Chanukah is about the strength of faith and finding light even in the darkest of times
“Whether Chanukah falls in middle or late December, this is the season when long anticipated movies are released, including the second movie installment of the iconic Broadway musical ‘Wicked.’”
Guest Columnists Echols: ‘It’s weird when your kids know things you don’t’
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: MSCS opens security facility, active shooter simulator
Today, we’re talking to enterprise reporter Laura Testino about her first-hand look inside the facility and what the district hopes to accomplish.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more How Merit Academy pursues excellence in literacy
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 15
Ready for today’s sudokus?