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
Where the money stands on Regional One’s new hospital
Taxpayers have paid for land, demolition and a project manager, but most of the county money tied to Regional One’s new hospital hasn’t been approved yet.
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Public Safety Opinion: Former Mayor Wharton on how violence intervention and law enforcement make a difference
Metro This Week in Memphis: Grizzlies preseason starts; Ford is sentenced
Business
Memphis Hershey plant is making Ice Breakers and breaking the ice
Despite being in Memphis for 30 years, many people don’t know Hershey has a plant here. The factory’s leader, Reggie Dozier, is trying to change this.
Premium Transportation & Logistics A ‘case of cat and mouse’: Freight leaders turn to AI to combat theft
Premium Health Care Where the money stands on Regional One’s new hospital
Health Care Alpha-gal syndrome is spreading. Arkansas may hold clues to why it’s spreading, how it functions — and what comes next.
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Sports
Healthy, happy Grizzlies have reason to dance at annual open practice
At this practice, fans got a glimpse of what’s had head coach Tuomas Iisalo in such an upbeat mood at training camp all week: every player likely to make the roster healthy and ready to go.
High School Sports 38th Frank Horton ‘Night’ Classic lights up Shelby Farms
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: This Memphis football team looks like a title contender
High School Sports State golf preview: Three past champs back for another shot
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers score a season high in win at Charlotte
Food
What to Order: Amelia Gene’s tasting menu — whatever is on it
Many times, a tasting menu is a collection of a restaurant’s specialties. But other times, these curated collections of dishes allow a chef to really show off their chops.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Mrs. Hippie Eats’ wild rice-stuffed acorn squash
Suburbs
3 vie for Collierville alderman seat
Collierville Alderman Jewel Jordan was appointed to his seat about 20 months ago. Now, he faces a challenge for Position 2 in November.
Premium North Mississippi Walls wants development but residents fear a data center
Arts & Culture
What is soul? A Stax alum answered with a winning song
Noah Israel, 21, won Beat Garden’s songwriting contest. Judges for the final round included James Fauntleroy and Felly the Voice.
Spirit of Memphis Freedom Award honorees urge action against civil rights rollbacks at 35th ceremony
Opinion
Opinion: Former Mayor Wharton on how violence intervention and law enforcement make a difference
“I am not exaggerating when I tell you gunshots used to awaken me almost every night, or that patching the bullet holes in our roof used to be an annual expense. I am also not exaggerating when I say it’s gotten a lot better.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: When can we stop being tough?
Podcasts
Justin J. Pearson says no U.S. military aid to Israel or Ukraine
Democratic congressional nominee Justin J. Pearson talked about ongoing U.S. aid to Ukraine and “America First” on “Behind The Headlines.”
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Training camp begins
Games
Sudoku: Oct. 5
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?