MemFeast 2020 is different in execution but not in spirit
MemFeast, an annual event Thanksgiving meal and care package giveaway, was a little different this year because of COVID-19. Still, hundreds were fed.
Calkins: Western Kentucky teaches Penny Hardaway a hard lesson — yet again
The Memphis Tigers lost to a less talented team Thursday. Let’s hope there is a valuable lesson in that.
Tigers basketball has plenty to learn from revealing first loss
When Western Kentucky adjusted to the aggressive play of Memphis, the Tigers did not respond in kind.
Memphis suffers first loss in heartbreaker vs. WKU
Landers Nolley II scored 25 points, but the Tigers’ inconsistent performance was costly at the Crossover Classic.
‘Chronic COVID’ inspires new follow-up clinic
COVID-19 isn’t just putting people in hospitals and claiming lives. Increasingly, evidence shows those who have had it are at risk for lingering, life-altering symptoms. That’s why UTHSC and Regional One Health have partnered on the COVID Follow-up Clinic.
Opinion: Even in 2020, there is much to be thankful for in Memphis
This Thanksgiving, as I approach my first-year anniversary in Memphis, there is much I am thankful for.
Ten things Memphis sports fans should be thankful for this year
From the return of Grizzlies television voice Pete Pranica to a successful waiver request, Memphis sports fans have plenty to be grateful for.
A true student of the game, Quindell Johnson’s studied approach is key in breakout year
His dad taught the playbook, his mom the schoolbook, as the Memphis defensive back has taken it to a new level.
TSSAA high school football stat leaders: MUS quarterback Shy takes place among top passers
Senior quarterback ranks in the top five in two categories.
Playoff primer: Bartlett hosts Brentwood with Cookeville trip on the line
The Panthers are riding a wave of confidence, but the visitors are led by a couple of SEC-bound playmakers.
Conservancy proposes major renovation to Overton Park golf course
The Overton Park Conservancy already has raised nearly $2 million for a comprehensive renovation of the historic Overton Park golf course as well as for improvements to its Abe Goodman Clubhouse.
Local retailers optimistic about holiday shopping season
The NFR expects online and other non-store sales will increase 20% to 30% to between $205.5 billion and $218.4 billion, up from $168.7 billion in 2019.
Unemployment rates in Shelby County, Memphis rise
Shelby County’s rate of 11% rose from 10.3% in September, making it the highest county rate in the state.
Metro
Lee Harris make a list. Marie Feagins makes Democrats nervous. A candidate makes reference to Wanda Halbert’s inspirational leadership.
Also in the political roundup, Jerri Green gets a new job and stays on the campaign trail. And meet the first Republican contender for County Mayor.
Spirit of Memphis ‘A big heart:’ Fifth-grader starts food pantry
Premium Metro Native Memphian is new No. 2 at US Marshals Service — and said there’s no end in sight for Task Force
Premium Metro Whitehaven preachers lament Memphis’ long debate about crime and violence
Premium Metro Baby orangutan Ru, and others like her, may just be the key to the survival of the species
Business
NASA, space plants and beauty: How red-light therapy found its way to the mainstream
Red-light therapy, a type of LED-light therapy, is a treatment that uses wavelengths of red or near-infrared light to stimulate cells into creating more energy.
Premium Real Estate Iconic North End restaurant announces sale
Premium Health Care Baptist Memorial sells Germantown-based clinic
Real Estate East Memphis liquor store gets local Alcohol Commission approval
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Gussied Up-date, Sweet Magnolia Gelato Co. to move
Sports
Herrington: Laying out Ja Morant trade scenarios
Two teams in particular seem like a reasonable partner in a Ja Morant deal, but do either have real interest? And who else on the Grizzlies roster could be in play at the NBA trade deadline?
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch when Memphis faces Florida Atlantic on the road
Memphis Tigers Football Georgia Tech hiring away Memphis defensive coordinator
Update Memphis Tigers Football Tigers football tracker: Who did Memphis sign in the transfer portal?
High School Sports 2 Memphis runners named to TSWA All-State Cross Country Team
Food
Iconic North End restaurant announces sale
After more than 40 years of serving Memphis, Westy’s owner Jake Schorr has decided to put the restaurant’s building up for sale.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Paradise Cafe’s broccoli and caraway-cheese soup
Suburbs
‘A big heart:’ Fifth-grader starts food pantry
Jack Knight is one busy 11-year-old. He’s an athlete, actor and aspiring entrepreneur.
Premium North Mississippi Back in the saddle: DeSoto County’s longest-serving supervisor takes reins as president. Again.
Arts & Culture
Aspiring blacksmiths, welders and more get ‘taste’ of metal arts
The National Ornamental Metal Museum’s “Taster” classes are meant to do just what the name implies: give folks a taste of different styles of the metal arts with the hope that they fall in love with it.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Bradley Cooper’s ‘Is This Thing On?,’ a Jim Jarmusch award-winner
Opinion
Opinion: Building enduring peace in Memphis
“A fair justice system holds people accountable when they cause harm, and it provides swift justice for victims. True justice makes no distinction between rich and poor — white or Black, native-born or immigrant.”
South Memphis Opinion: XAI must power a just transition for Memphis
Podcasts
Immigration enforcement doing more harm than good, Memphis lawmakers say
State Sen. Raumesh Akbari and County Commission Chair Shante Avant discussed the Memphis Safe Task Force’s immigration role on “Behind The Headlines” as well as legislation that would allow a state takeover of Memphis schools.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: U of M researchers discover ‘extinct’ weevil
Games
Daily WordRow: Jan. 11
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.