Calkins: Brady White is the greatest winner to call the Liberty Bowl home
For White and the Liberty Bowl, it was love at first sight. On Saturday, White plans to bid farewell with another win.
Freedom Awards take stock of a rich past in virtual retrospective
The 29th awards ceremony was virtual this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The online video of past ceremonies covered the annual event all the way back to its 1991 origins.
Bartlett standout Amarr Knox picks up Memphis offer
Panthers’ junior guard is adept on both ends of the floor.
Friday prep report: Arlington boys remain unbeaten
Six players score in double figures in victory over Calhoun School.
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SCS ditches return to in-school learning in January
Officials say SCS won’t resume in-person learning until February as coronavirus cases continue to rise.
Grizzlies dealing with injuries ahead of preseason opener
Seven players are on the injury report, including Brandon Clarke, ahead of the game against Minnesota.
Freedom Award goes virtual at National Civil Rights Museum
The National Civil Rights Museum’s annual Freedom Awards Friday, Dec. 11, will be basically a “greatest hits” online moment in this year of the pandemic.
Supreme Court rejects Texas suit supported by Tennessee
U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander had commented during a Friday recording of NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that he didn’t see the basis for the lawsuit.
TV and kickoff time for Memphis-Houston changed again
The regular-season finale at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium will be televised on ESPN2 at 2:45 p.m.
Five ways the Tigers can extend their winning streak over Houston in regular-season finale
Keys for Memphis include protecting Brady White and keeping up with the Cougars’ quick receivers.
Report: Memphis trending to Montgomery Bowl?
As bowl season approaches, the latest report has the Tigers facing a non-SEC opponent.
Small business grants now available for Whitehaven businesses
The Greater Whitehaven Economic Redevelopment Corp. has money available to help Whitehaven small business that have been hurt by the coronavirus.
Dental lab may open near airport
Executives with a dental products company say they would open a dental lab near the airport if their company receives a tax incentive.
Atkinson joins Lakeland BOC, Dial named vice mayor
Lakeland Board of Commissioners welcome new commissioner and selects a vice mayor in a lengthy agenda dealing with development, park plans and a 20-year vision.
Sports broker pleads guilty to theft charges
Rick Barlow, a sports broker who authorities said scammed $1.3 million from victims by promising tickets to sporting events, has pleaded guilty to theft charges.
Pilots union wants expedited vaccine for flight crews
FedEx’s Air Line Pilots Association unit said on Tuesday, Dec. 8, that 292 pilots had tested positive for COVID-19. The number has doubled since late October.
Coronavirus: Almost 250 new cases reported
About 36% of area ICU patients were either COVID-positive or suspected of having coronavirus.
Ghost kitchens coming to Summer Avenue
California-based CloudKitchens has purchased a vacant, former auto parts building in a distressed part of Summer Avenue. The 11,000 square feet could house dozens of small, commercial kitchens for the pandemic-fueled industry of meal delivery.
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Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
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Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies to Eastern Conference? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
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After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
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The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
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Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.