Memphis remains ranked in AP Top 25
Tigers also hold spot in Amway Coaches Poll
The Tigers remained ranked in national polls ahead of showdown with SMU.
Health Department reports 3,576 tests, less than 5.2% positive
Shelby County Health Department reported 183 new cases Sunday bringing the county-wide total to 31,227 since early March.
Politics and pandemic hurt colleges’ ability to attract international students
On Memphis campuses, dozens of international students have deferred their arrival because they could not get visas, a factor of the pandemic and immigration politics.
A new world: Amid pandemic and a stressful 2020, nothing seems quite the same
Research shows Americans’ depression levels have risen during the pandemic while the CDC reports that suicide among young people increased 57% from 2007 to 2018 -- suggesting there is now enhanced risk.
Jennings scores twice to lead 901 FC past Charlotte
Cal Jennings, the 23-year-old rookie from Central Florida continues his impressive late-season play as Memphis picks up its third victory of the season over host Charlotte.
Learning-loss announcement bothers Republican lawmakers
Republican lawmakers such as state Rep. Kevin Vaughan are irritated by a state report about “learning loss” among K-12 students statewide, with schools on inconsistent footing and different health department directives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sports Notebook: Pac-12 calls a reverse, drones invade ballparks, MJ goes NASCAR
While the Memphis football team remains on the sideline another week because of positive COVID-19 tests, the Pac-12 says it will start play in November.
New COVID-19 cases, transmission rate up slightly in Shelby County
From Sept. 12 to Saturday, Shelby County recorded an average of 154 new coronavirus cases a day. In the preceding two weeks, the county averaged 116 new cases a day.
Arlington’s Fire Station No. 2 won’t open until early next year
Arlington’s second fire station, meant to open in November or December 2020, won’t be finished until early 2021. For now, the main fire station is overflowing with personnel.
An ode to my mentor, lawyer Leo Bearman
“Leo was a man that accomplished more than most lawyers, yet he was always humble, always willing to help others in need. That he was gracious enough to take time from his busy days to help guide this lawyer on his path when he was young and lost will never be forgotten.”
Metro
‘Bearing witness matters': Vigil protests ICE, honors woman shot in Minneapolis
After a woman was fatally shot by an Immigrations and Custom Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, a score of Memphians gathered to remember her and call for action amid local ICE activity.
North Mississippi Leaders tout xAI’s investment in Southaven data center: ‘This is an exciting day’
free access Business Measles case reported at Memphis International
State Government State lawmaker files bill to keep ICE out of schools, churches
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Business
Bartlett resident bringing Play It Again Sports to the suburb
After searching in several locations around Shelby County, a Bartlett resident has decided to open his Play It Again Sports location in his hometown.
free access Business Measles case reported at Memphis International
Premium Business How the Grizz will help local biz leaders ‘extend the Memphis brand globally’
Premium Business Memphis Tourism will capitalize on Grizzlies’ international games
Premium Business Christian Brothers University names insider to guide post-probation turnaround
Sports
Miami scores TD with 18 seconds left to beat Ole Miss
The Rebels held a 27-24 lead when Miami slipped by to win the Fiesta Bowl — and a shot at a national title.
Player of the Week Standouts from Wooddale, St. Agnes, Lausanne and Hutchison voted OrthoSouth players of the week
Memphis Tigers Football A Division II transfer may be Memphis’ answer at quarterback in 2026
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: How great is this Ole Miss story? It’s one that even (some) Memphis fans can get behind.
Premium High School Sports Varlas: Whitehaven will always be a part of Rodney Saulsberry
Food
$15 Deal: Good Fortune Co.'s roasted pork rice bowl
Here’s a rice bowl that’s cute, colorful and delicious.
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Suburbs
Leaders tout xAI’s investment in Southaven data center: ‘This is an exciting day’
“This is an exciting day, not only in Mississippi’s future, but this is an exciting day for Mississippi’s kids and for Mississippi’s workforce and for Mississippi’s economy,” Gov. Tate Reeves said Thursday about xAI’s new data center in Southaven.
Business Bartlett resident bringing Play It Again Sports to the suburb
Arts & Culture
Be a blacksmith for a day, and celebrate the Goblin King’s 40th birthday
This week, Novel hosts a Broadway party, local cartoonists gamify art and Good Fortune’s head bartender takes over an Edge District bar.
Visual Arts Dixon opens third installment of ‘Black Artists in America’
Opinion
Calkins: They fell in love. Broke up for seven decades. Then they found each other again.
She broke off their engagement so he could serve his country. More than seven decades later, Bill Moore has a vivid memory of the moment he asked Martha McClanahan to marry him.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: As injuries and losses mount, the Grizzlies season could be taking a turn
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A short drive to deliciousness
The Daily Memphian’s Ellen Chamberlain recently put together a “worth the drive” piece on restaurants that may be a little bit off your beaten path but should not be missed.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: All about the sharp decline in Memphis’ murder rate
Games
Sudoku: Jan. 7
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?