Ja Morant finds the one who got away
The NBA released the voting results, and now we know who didn’t pick the Memphis Grizzlies star as rookie of the year.
901 FC’s faint playoff hopes snuffed out
Cal Jennings’ fourth goal of the year the lone bright spot in first game under interim coach Ben Pirmann.
Memphis football cancels Friday game against UTSA
The athletic department cited the COVID-19 outbreak as the reason “in the best interest of the health and safety of our student-athletes to make this decision now.”
City Council grants process evolves and adjusts for pandemic
Martavius Jones, the Memphis City Council budget committee chairman who oversaw pitches by more than 150 nonprofits seeking a share of $1.95 million, has problems with the way grants are awarded.
Shelby County surpasses 30,000 coronavirus cases; 3 new deaths
Overall, the Shelby County Health Department reports 30,135 coronavirus cases, 442 deaths, and 28,111 cases classified as inactive/recovered. The active case count stands at 1,582, a slight increase from the 1,567 reported Friday.
Memphis-area poverty rate drops slightly
Even with declines in the poverty rate for Memphis and Shelby County, there is not much movement on who is poor and where they live.
Tigers take it ‘day by day’ after return to practice
Speaking to the media for the first time in a week, Ryan Silverfield says the Tigers had a productive practice and elaborated on how the program is handling positive COVID cases.
Calkins: Elegy for TOM III, the last real Memphis Tiger
The University of Memphis said the tradition of having a live tiger at games “has come to an end.” It seems like the right decision, but it’s still a sad moment for Memphians.
New COVID-19 cases remain stable in Shelby County
From Sept. 5 to Sept 19, the Health Department reported an average of 148 new coronavirus cases each day. That’s similar to the 146 new-case average from the preceding 14-day period.
Local consumer sentiment survey more positive than expected
All 650 respondents were residents of Shelby County and DeSoto County in North Mississippi, spanning more than 40 ZIP codes.
Sheriff Bonner forms civilian committee as part of police reform
Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner is forming a civilian committee to offer input on hiring of deputies as part of police reform efforts.
Metro
Memphis eyes new tax for Downtown security and beautification
The City of Memphis is eyeing a single-item tax on food and other items sold Downtown to fund the district’s security, beautification and assistance for the area’s unhoused population.
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Business
JoJo’s Espresso expands into space five times larger than original
JoJo’s Espresso, now in the 850-square-foot suite 114 at 1730 S. Germantown Road, will open in its new 5,000-square-foot space in the late first quarter.
Health Care Former St. Jude fundraising exec to lead global anti-hunger charity
Sports
Grizzlies stars say team consistency starts with them
Grizzlies leaders Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. took ownership of the team’s sluggish performance against the Nuggets on Tuesday night.Related content:
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Food
Table Talk: Five Memphis-made desserts for Thanksgiving
From pies to cakes to cookies, here are five treats from local bakeries that will have you counting your blessings.
Suburbs
Germantown school board member resigns
Daniel Chatham was elected in 2022. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is responsible for appointing an individual to finish the unexpired term.
Arts & Culture
Preston Lamm leaves 40-year legacy at Rum Boogie Cafe
Beale Street would not be what it is today without Rum Boogie Cafe owner, and former CPA, Preston Lamm. But, he’s turned the keys over to a new owner.
Opinion
Echols: On shedding the constant noise in our heads
Candace Echols says The Retreat House is “A place that feels like a massage, a nap, a good book, a cup of coffee and afternoon recess on a countryside playground — all together at the same time.”
Podcasts
How music can protect the aquifer
The Acoustic Sunday Live series will hold its sixth event to benefit Protect Our Aquifer, the nonprofit that advocates for protection and monitoring of the aquifer that provides Memphis its drinking water.
Games
Word Flower: Nov. 19
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game that people of all ages can enjoy.