Calkins: There’s one last thing for the Grizzlies to do at Disney
After losing to the Boston Celtics, the Grizzlies' trip to Disney appears to be nearing the end. But one more great ride remains.
Here’s how the Grizzlies can clinch a playoff play-in spot
Fans, take heart: All is not lost. But ...
Celtics crush struggling Grizzlies
Ja Morant played well, but it wasn’t enough for the Grizzlies to keep pace with the Celtics.
Prep notes: St. Agnes taps Motte to lead basketball program
Former St. Benedict basketball assistant coach Caitlin Motte takes over the basketball program at St. Agnes. Plus, coach Joe Rocconi’s has taken on four new assistant coaches at Collierville High for the 2020 football season.
State officials detail relief for individuals, families, nonprofits
Tennessee Department of Human Services Commissioner Danielle Barnes said 450,000 kids have been approved to receive EBT as part of pandemic food insecurity programs.
Germantown prioritizes, trims budget for 2021 fiscal year
Germantown's budget was amended on the second of three readings. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen has one more review to make before the budget takes effect.
Poplar Plaza’s proposed redevelopment concerns neighboring Red Acres
Concerned about increased traffic and building height, the Red Acres Neighborhood Association has asked for a delay in plans for redeveloping part of Poplar Plaza for both apartments and retail.
It’s down to this: Grizzlies vs. Antetokounmpo
This is just a casual game for Boston, which has the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference locked up. For Memphis? A lot more is riding on this game.
Coronavirus: Local ICU numbers inch up
If you are looking for local coronavirus data, you've come to the right place.
Cohen, Kustoff reflect Congressional divide over new COVID relief package
The Congressmen, in their respective districts during Congress’ recess, say they are prepared to return to Washington if Democrats and Republicans can reach an accord on pandemic relief and stimulus funding.
County offering COVID grants for close-contact personal service shops
Many salons have reopened, but the business model looks drastically different including reduced occupancy, said Shelby County Commissioner Mickell Lowery.
Downtown agency approves changes in how public money will help build The Walk
The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. approved 30 years of property tax savings that will fund $134.6 million of the $741 million development’s costs, and a 5% tourism surcharge that is estimated to provide $20.8 million for the project.
House, Senate committees pass COVID-19 liability protections
Senate committees are set to consider competing legislation Tuesday dealing with COVID-19 liability immunity and the punishment of protesters in the Legislature’s special session.
International Paper nets more cash from Graphic Packaging stake
International Paper is selling a block of shares in Graphic Packaging for the second time this year, as part of continuing effort to generate cash from the 2018 equity investment.
Three-star forward James Graham III sets announcement date
The recruit out of Milwaukee includes Memphis as one of his four finalists.
Rep. Miller erupts at House Leader for ‘spit’ on law enforcement comment
Democratic lawmaker called the House’s Republican leader a “liar” for saying those who voted against a legislative crackdown on protesters support spitting on law enforcements officers.
Metro
Feagins-school board dispute may be more than two-way skirmish
In a “Behind the Headlines” interview that will air Dec. 27 on WKNO, State Senator London Lamar talked about her Facebook post about Tuesday’s emotional school board meeting.
photo gallery Spirit of Memphis MASE celebrates football championship win
Business
Party City closing all stores, including two in Memphis
The national party supply retailer has stores at 3460 Poplar Ave. in Memphis and at 1250 N. Germantown Parkway in Cordova.
Transportation & Logistics FedEx sees some gains in face of stubborn economy, other headwinds
Sports
MASE celebrates football championship win
The Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering Phoenix football team brought home the Class 1A TSSAA High School BlueCross Bowl Football Championship, the first charter school to win the title, and had a parade to celebrate.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies ‘whoop’ on Warriors, but don’t rub it in
Food
$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
Suburbs
Bailey: New faces in elected places in eastern suburbs
Maureen Fraser takes the office of mayor in Collierville. Tony Salvaggio’s first elected step in Germantown is as an alderman. And the question of Germantown and a full-time mayor still must be addressed.
Arts & Culture
GloRilla gives back to her alma mater Melrose High
The rapper, whose real name is Gloria Woods, graduated from Orange Mound’s Melrose High in 2017. On Wednesday, Dec. 18, she returned with a $25,000 check towards a new media center for the school.
Opinion
Calkins: The jolliest place in Memphis this season? It might be this UPS Store.
He may not be Santa, but Thermon Knighten runs the jolliest packing and shipping store this side of the North Pole. Not only that, he does weddings. At The UPS Store. How jolly is that?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Hated teams, trade talk
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the most hated teams for Grizzlies fans and share thoughts on how the team should approach the trade deadline.
Games
Word Search: The Woman’s Exchange
Can you solve this week’s word search?