Bryant’s Breakfast owner, ‘a real character,’ has the job of his life ahead of him
Phil Bryant is selling the family business because he has another task ahead of him. This time the former CPA, ER nurse and restaurateur is taking on cancer.
William Deupree remembered for his fearlessness, wisdom
William “Bill” W. Deupree Jr., a key leader in the old Morgan Keegan & Co. investment firm, worked with vigor, spent his retirement years energetically, and gave generously.
High-profile Arizona QB transferring to Memphis
Ryan Silverfield lands Grant Gunnell, who was the No. 10 pro-style quarterback in the 2019 class.
Longtime Germantown, Collierville attorney dies
Tom Cates, who spent many years as an attorney for Germantown and Collierville, died Wednesday. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Community helps hospitals spread Christmas cheer to patients
Hospitals are spreading Christmas cheer to patients. The community has pitched in to make sure they can reach many of their patients.
Grizzlies Insider: ‘All right’ Ja Morant is a gift to Grizzlies fans
If only we could all do all right the same way Ja Morant “did all right” in the Memphis Grizzlies regular season opener Wednesday night.
Calkins: A girl, an egg and the meaning of Christmas
An old-time Christmas story, read aloud by Scott Morris, Kirk Whalum and Geoff Calkins.
City, state plan to sever Poplar from Scott Street
Affected property owners oppose the design for replacing the Poplar Viaduct that would remove direct access between Scott Street and Poplar Avenue. City and state engineers say keeping the connection would be less safe.
Coronavirus: More than 600 new cases, 9 new deaths reported
The Shelby County Health Department reported 611 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, Dec. 24. The new cases come from 5,207 tests, giving the day a positivity rate of 11.7%.
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.
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
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
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.
Metro
The Early Word: Monorail was doomed from the start; Tigers are AAC champs
MATA lied about bus routes, Colossus gets more colossal and the Grizzlies finally snapped their losing streak.
City of Memphis This Week in Memphis: Start of AAC Tournament, Black Restaurant Week
Premium City of Memphis Ask the Memphian: Why did Memphis build a monorail?
State Government Tennessee lawmakers consider cutting sales tax on groceries
Business
Paralyzed Veterans of America gets ‘home of our own’ off Beale Street
Paralyzed Veterans of America plans to use the incoming community center for barbecues, tournaments and recognition.
Arlington Why some suburban home projects have stalled
Transportation & Logistics Interim CEO: MATA lied about missing bus routes for nearly a year
Health Care Memphis company develops vaccine nano-tech to be used by US military
Sports
Ja Morant, Desmond Bane carry load as Grizzlies hold off Pelicans
“For the fifth straight game, the Grizzlies trailed at the half. And the Pelicans, without its star and veteran backcourt, missed two 3-pointers in the final seconds that could have forced overtime. So … good win?” Morant and Bane help Grizzlies hang on to beat Pelicans 107-104Related content:
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis’ path to AAC Tournament title clearer as bracket set
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Food
What to Order: Fish Pudding at the Lenten Waffle Shop
The fish pudding is anything but what you expect. It’s a classic Southern casserole made with flaky white fish and topped with a buttery, crispy cracker crust.
Suburbs
Three candidates seek Olive Branch alderman seat
Former Olive Branch police chief Don Gammage faces Dion M. Jones and Mike Hutchins in the April 1 Republican Primary to serve as the city’s Ward 3 alderman.
Arts & Culture
Germantown Community Theatre new season includes ‘Nunsense,’ ‘Annie Jr.’
The eight productions in Germantown Community Theatre’s latest season include musicals, comedies, plays, a youth production, and the winner of the organization’s emerging playwright contest.
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
Experts talk CSI on TV vs. real life
What real-life investigators do is different than what you might see on TV. But the CSI business is changing with technology, and the pool of people working in the industry is shifting as well.