Kat Gordon’s leap of faith, Muddy’s Bake Shop, turns 3 on Leap Day
Muddy’s magic began with an accident, a ‘crisis of certainty,’ a lot of prayer and, ultimately, a leap of faith on Leap Day.
Questions surrounding MLGW break from TVA surface at meeting
Those who will make a recommendation on whether the Memphis utility supplier should cut ties with the TVA want a scenario on switching to Midcontinent Independent System Operator included in the research.
‘I’m from Memphis': Hardaway, Tigers ready for battle at Tulane
Penny Hardaway said he tried to receive a technical at SMU, but the officials ignored him.
Agtech companies get five minutes to impress at Demo Day
This summer, these companies will participate in field trials through the AgLaunch Farmer Network to gain invaluable feedback from farmers.
Assessment coming on whether to remodel, rebuild county jail
State inspectors say 201 Poplar needs to be rebuilt or remodeled because the nearly 40-year-old facility is in bad shape.
Locked and loaded: Governor proposes new handgun bill
Gov. Bill Lee proposed legislation Thursday to allow “constitutional carry,” watering down the state’s handgun permit system, if not almost eliminating it.
Peyton Manning honored by AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning will receive the AutoZone Liberty Bowl's Distinguished Citizen Award in ceremonies this June.
Entrepreneur is ‘first money in’ for new STEM project
Jim Herbert's beginnings can be traced back to a former dairy farm in Whitehaven.
Three new sculptures proposed for Memphis riverfront
The Design Review Board will consider three proposed sculptures for Downtown, changes to the design of Poplar Art Lofts apartments, and the renovation of the old Glass Factory building for Memphis Made Brewing.
Carlisle buys 100-year-old building near One Beale
A company affiliated with Carlisle LLC, developers of One Beale, has just purchased a century-old, vacant warehouse at 339 S. Front.
ServiceMaster revenues increased 9% in 2019
An increase in claims for termite damage in ServiceMaster's Terminix brand affected fourth-quarter net income.
Germantown Parks Commission supports park renovations
Germantown Parks and Recreation Commission is gearing for improvements to Riverdale and Germantown Station parks.
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Metro
Former U of M foundation head sues school president, others for firing
Holly Ford, who was fired in 2025 as head of the University of Memphis Foundation, is suing because of her dismissal, alleging she was terminated after reporting allegations against school president Bill Hardgrave.
Spirit of Memphis Whitehaven school celebrates expansion ‘miracle’
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Health Care Regional One-UTHSC partnership on new hospital no longer in play
Business
Flights halted at all US airports, including MEM, due to air traffic control problems, FAA says
The Homeland Security secretary says there’s no indication of nefarious acts behind FAA communications issues that caused all flights nationwide to be grounded Friday, Nov. 13.
Health Care Regional One-UTHSC partnership on new hospital no longer in play
Spirit of Memphis Eddie Saig leaves a legacy of business success, mentorship and a life well lived
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Sports
Jaylin Carter becomes latest Tiger to reach 1K rushing yards in a season
Memphis running back Jaylin Carter rushed for 109 yards and two scores in a 52-41 win against South Florida to reach the 1,000-yard milestone for the season.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: With 4 Tiger starters playing a lot, managing minutes comes with concern for Penny Hardaway
High School Sports Whitehaven football to forfeit 3 victories
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: 2 games, 2 different stories
Sports Tigers women’s soccer to take on UAB in conference title match
Food
Food Files: Wing Guru plans ‘comeback’ for Park Avenue
The Wing Guru hasn’t opened a new location in several years. Also in this column: an Afro-Caribbean restaurant opens Downtown.
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Suburbs
Collierville’s former town administrator finalist for job near St. Louis
Molly Mehner, Collierville’s former town administrator who left the position in September, is a finalist for a similar role in a St. Louis suburb.
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Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Evan Linder wrote ‘Byhalia, Mississippi’ to get the South right. Now, he’s directing it in Memphis.
“Byhalia, Mississippi,” is at Theatre Memphis, while “Frozen: The Broadway Musical” opens at Playhouse on the Square.
The To-Do List It’s Wienermania time at the Hi-Tone, and Second City comes to GPAC
Opinion
Calkins: Charles Huff told some blunt truths about Memphis recruiting. But couldn’t he have fibbed?
“Charles Huff wasn’t lying when he said that he could take Memphis players with him if he gets a better job. But he would have been better off to fib.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: With win against USF, Charles Huff is 1 step closer to restoring order
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: 2 games, 2 different stories
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap the Memphis Grizzlies’ win over the Toronto Raptors and the loss to Denver earlier in the week.
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Games
Daily Jigsaw: Practical magic
Today’s puzzle features the tarot decks available at The Broom Closet. Noah McLane took the photo.