Community leaders seek solutions as child homicides increase
Homicides involving children are on the rise, and community leaders are looking for answers.
Memphis’ top performers vs. USF include a record setter, key defender
The comeback win against the Bulls couldn’t have happened without two receivers and a tight end back in form.
Can the Grizzlies ever land a star free agent? Mike Miller believes so
History suggests it’s highly unlikely, but the former Grizzlies player predicts Ja Morant could be the magnet Memphis needs to eventually attract a free agent star.
Shelby County reports 376 COVID-19 cases, more than 5,000 tests.
Shelby County reported 376 COVID-19 cases after more than 5,000 tests. The newly reported data comes one day after 17 cases were reported. Data entry has not caught up to an IT upgrade Tennessee Department of Health made last weekend.
BPACC to resume shows in January 2021
The wait is nearly over for BPACC after receiving approval from the Shelby County Health Department to return in 2021. Its abbreviated winter 2021 season, including 11 performances, is slated to begin Jan. 16, with the first show “Linda Ronstadt Experience.”
St. Vincent de Paul food mission seeks permit to shelter homeless, too
Volunteers and a small staff have been serving morning meals for eight years at the Ozanam Center, 1306 Monroe Ave. Now the Catholic lay organization plans to work with Room In The Inn to shelter homeless women and children each night.
Calkins: Brady White does so much winning
White became the winningest quarterback in school history by leading Memphis to a heart-stopping, face-saving victory over South Florida.
Two big names in technology invest in local workforce
Dana James Mwangi, founder of Cheers Creative, which provides brand design, logo development and website services, is the Grow with Google Digital coach for Memphis.
Local reaction falls along party lines
The response reflects Memphis’ Democratic majority that supported Biden, as well as statewide totals that gave Trump Tennessee.
Opinion: Opponents of Palazzolo administration fail to seize momentum
Metro
Cheers at last: The Station opens following court battles and delays
The Station, a new East Memphis liquor store beset by controversy, finally fully opened Tuesday with a selection of more than 20,000 types of liquor, wine and beer.
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Business
‘The robots are coming:’ Memphis in the middle of the AI boom
“We cannot miss this opportunity,” investment strategist David Waddell told a Greater Memphis Chamber audience. “I feel highly confident that the work of this chamber will make sure we’ll do all right.”
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Sports
What to watch when Memphis visits South Florida
The Tigers will play the first of this season’s two regular-season matchups against the South Florida Bulls in Tampa, Florida.
High School Sports At Memphis Business Academy, loyalty leads to special senior moments
High School Sports ECS tabs South Gibson coach to lead football program
Memphis Tigers Football Former Tiger’s eligibility case could directly impact Memphis
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies won’t raise season ticket prices
Food
Seafood, soups and pizza: Where to eat during Lent
Area churches get ready to feed the masses.
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Suburbs
Hundreds voice opposition to permit for xAI turbines in Southaven
At a public hearing in Southaven, hundreds aired concerns about air quality, loud noise and overall health impacts of 41 natural gas turbines proposed for the xAI data center.
North Mississippi Homes, lofts and a lazy river: Hernando’s Delta Landing project moves forward
Arts & Culture
Familiar favorites take Memphis stages in February
From Shakespeare to show tunes, February theater has something for everyone.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Natchez,’ ‘Elvis,’ Tyler Perry and Robert Duvall
Opinion
Calkins: The basketball manager at Houston High delivered a moment no one will soon forget
Henry Griffith is the basketball manager at Houston High. He had never played in a game before. But after he hit a buzzer-beater Friday night, he was carried off the court.
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Will federal troops be pulled from Memphis?
If federal law enforcement operations in other cities are ending, could Memphis be far behind?
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Games
Sudoku: Feb. 16
Ready for today’s sudokus?