Memphis emphatically snaps bowl losing streak with 25-10 win over FAU
The transformation of the Tigers’ defense foiled FAU’s attempt to rally in the Montgomery Bowl. Related story: Brady White goes out in style as he turns focus on going pro
Brady White goes out in style as he turns focus on going pro
The school’s all-time leader in passing yards made sure to accomplish one last historic feat in his final game with the Tigers. Related story: Memphis emphatically snaps bowl losing streak with 25-10 win over FAU
Spurs spoil career night for Ja Morant in Grizzlies season-opening loss
Morant had 44 points and nine assists, but it wasn’t enough to make up for some of the Grizzlies’ shortcomings. Box score
Calkins: Ja Morant and Brady White made it a memorable Memphis night
Ja Morant was brilliant in the first game of his season; Brady White was triumphant in the last game of his career. Together, they made it a night that Memphians won’t soon forget.
Marilyn Belz gave generously, lived faithfully
Mrs. Belz was a third-generation member of Baron Hirsch Synagogue and central to every major project there for decades.
Methodist backs out of Saint Francis purchase
Last month, the FTC said it would fight the merger, claiming it would significantly reduce competition for treatments that require at least one night in a hospital.
U of M law school gift strengthens Legal Clinic’s public service mission
The University of Memphis law school legal clinic will be renamed in honor of James ‘Jim’ Gilliland Sr.
‘Tentative resolution’ reached in case alleging improper COVID practices at Shelby County Jail
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday, Dec. 23, it has reached a settlement in a federal lawsuit alleging failure to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the Shelby County Jail.
Collierville closing town buildings, library to comply with Safer at Home directive
Collierville is closing its town buildings to the public beginning Monday, Dec. 28, in accordance with Shelby County’s Safer at Home order.
Tigers Football Insider: O’Bryan Goodson receives All-American honors
The Memphis defensive line has been one of the more underrated storylines of the season.
ACE Awareness Foundation and its parenting places closing in March
More than 5,000 counseling sessions have been conducted since the first two Universal Parenting Places opened in Memphis in 2015.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: TRA’s Tyler Byrd among week’s best
Rebels’ junior guard comes through with a big effort in the victory over their arch rival.
TSSAA high school basketball scoring leaders: ECS’ Jones, Arlington’s Taylor lead
Marquette signee Kam Jones is averaging 23 points per game in the early going.
Coronavirus: Area hospitalizations nearing 600
According to the Tennessee Healthcare Resource Tracking System, 95% of area ICU and 91% of area acute care beds were in use.
Poetic justice: Rogue road sign finds legal home outside Metal Museum
Now, the refinery and steelworkers of Presidents Island as well as Metal Museum visitors will be asked: “When you were still young, Did you ever dream about, Being who you are.”
COVID data in each surge led to different decisions locally
Each coronavirus surge in Shelby County came with an increase in cases, hospitalizations and deaths that preceded the previous one as transmission rose significantly.
Metro
State honors Priscilla Presley as she asks support for Rock ’n‘ Soul Museum
While in Nashville asking the Legislature for support for the Rock ’n‘ Soul Museum, Priscilla Presley was given the highest civilian award Tennessee can bestow.
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Business
Spirit Airlines to offer nonstop flights between Detroit, Memphis
Starting May 8, Spirit Airlines will offer direct flights between Memphis International Airport and Detroit Metro Airport four days a week: Sunday, Monday, Thursday and Friday. Related content:
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Sports
Memphis ends 2024-25 regular season with top-20 ranking in AP Top 25
This marks the most weeks in a season Memphis has been ranked in the AP Top 25 since the Tigers spent 19 in the poll in 2013-14 under former coach Josh Pastner.
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Food
Comeback Coffee closing cafe
“We are not going anywhere as Comeback,” said Hayes McPherson, co-owner of the Pinch District coffee shop, which will continue producing coffee sodas and locally roasted coffee. “Things are just going to look different.”
Suburbs
Collierville and Germantown agree on ‘doughnut hole’ fix
The “no man’s land” of unincorporated Shelby County between the two suburbs will be mended.
Arts & Culture
State honors Priscilla Presley as she asks support for Rock ’n‘ Soul Museum
While in Nashville asking the Legislature for support for the Rock ’n‘ Soul Museum, Priscilla Presley was given the highest civilian award Tennessee can bestow.
Opinion
Guest Column: ‘The arts are not a side note — they are a foundation’
“If Memphis is serious about its future, we need to stop treating arts education like an afterthought.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Will Memphis get back on track?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss what has gone so wrong for the Grizzlies during their three-game losing streak.
Games
Reel vs. Real: Experts talk ‘Hollywood effect’ on crime scene investigations
“Everyone has this thing that crime scenes are this complicated thing. But really and truly, they’re not,” one expert said.