New plan calls for demolishing all of historic Nylon Net Building
Carlisle Development had planned to preserve the most ornate part of the historic 7 Vance building as part of a plan to build 200-plus apartments there.
Wednesday preps: Drew Oxley of CBHS repeats as region champ
Senior grinds out the win in a playoff on a day when the wind and fast greens were factors.
For basketball players seeking exposure, Super 80 Fall League offers a shot
The coronavirus pandemic wiped out a summer of recruiting, leaving prospects scrambling to get on colleges’ radars. This year’s Super 80 Fall League will offer them that opportunity.
Penny Hardaway adds 3-point power with John Camden’s commitment for 2021
Memphis sought the 6-foot-7 forward for his long-range shooting talents.
Suburban mayors wait on Health Dept. following governor’s order
Suburban mayors are waiting on Shelby County Health Department following Gov. Bill Lee’s most recent order, hoping for some consistency between the state and local regulations.
Binghampton organizations request neighborhood welcome sign
Neighborhood-based nonprofit Carpenter Art Garden is proposing a 4.33-by-6.25-foot “Welcome to Binghampton” sign located at the Binghampton Gateway Center, on the corner of Sam Cooper Boulevard and Tillman Street.
FedEx, churches team up on employee shuttles
A faith-based solution for Memphians who don’t have transportation to jobs: FedEx Express partners with churches on shuttle buses during peak season at Memphis world hub.
Historic-district status sought for Crosstown
Residents propose the Crosstown Historic District as a way to protect the character of the 12-block area.
House Speaker calls for cutting Shelby Health Department autonomy
House Speaker Cameron Sexton will try to reduce the authority of the Shelby County Health Department and five others operating independently, but could run into opposition from others who believe urban areas need autonomy in situations such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
From ‘Junt Land’ to Oprah: Talking with Memphis’ Munirah Safiyah Jones
The animated series creator talks about how she came to work with OWN and what it was like directing voice actors by Zoom.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Saints QB Dallas leads the way after nine-TD performance
The Briarcrest senior was just one touchdown pass short of tying the Shelby-Metro record in a 63-28 victory over Harding (Ark.) Academy.
Beloved priest, devoted storyteller, dies at 94
The Greek Orthodox priest retired from the pulpit in 1991, but kept working as the church’s pastor emeritus and the community’s chaplain and cheerleader.
Caretaker, though heartbroken, cherishes every moment he had with TOM III
As much as fans enjoyed seeing the mascot on game day, Scott Forman calls his time with the Bengal tiger “a privilege.”
A simple quote started a long friendship with Father Vieron
Father Nicholas Vieron lived an extraordinary life and did it with devotion to big causes and enthusiasm for simple pleasures.
Federal court temporarily blocks state medical abortion law
A federal court has blocked temporarily a state law that forces abortion clinics to tell patients about the potential to “reverse” a medical abortion.
Tigers Football Insider: Memphis defense has plenty of motivation against SMU
The Tigers' defense looking for a much better showing against SMU this time around.
Tennessee to prioritize schools with rapid coronavirus tests coming from feds
The state is expected to get 133,000 of the new COVID tests — which deliver results in minutes, not days — in early October, and 2 million by the end of the year.
Coronavirus: Five new deaths reported
The Health Department also reported 78 new coronavirus cases.
Memphis hits homicide record as officers grapple with rise
Memphis has set a grim milestone with three months to go in 2020, as the city recorded a record-setting 229th homicide for the year with the death of a 12-year-old during a drive-by shooting in the Westwood area Monday night, Sept. 28. Related story: Haushalter hopes COVID effort is model for other chronic city problems
Hub of Memphis outdoors activities created for visitors, residents
Memphis Tourism measured a 40% increase in likely Memphis visitors who report being interested in “adventurous outdoor activities” since the pandemic hit.
Handling SMU pass rush essential for Memphis offense, and especially Brady White
The Mustangs have been among the country’s best at rushing the passer.
Metro
MSCS board chair says issues with Feagins can’t be overcome
In a new statement released to the press on Thursday, Dec. 26, board Chair Joyce Dorse Coleman seemed to provide an accelerated timeline for terminating Superintendent Marie Feagins.
Spirit of Memphis When Bishop Williamson saw a need, he rolled up his sleeves
Business
Generational blend: Son opens cafe inside father’s restaurant
Mustapha Mustapha, the owner of Sam’s Main Street Eatery, felt his space needed something more. His son wanted to run his own coffee shop. So, they brewed a plan.
Premium Health Care ‘It’s bonkers’ — how Ozempic, Wegovy change lives of those who struggle to lose weight
Sports
Grizzlies hold steady against Pelicans, but Morant injury raises concern
Ja Morant was hit by Pelicans center Daniel Theis during the third quarter. He hit the court after the contact, went to the locker room and did not return to the game. Related content:
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Food
Generational blend: Son opens cafe inside father’s restaurant
Mustapha Mustapha, the owner of Sam’s Main Street Eatery, felt his space needed something more. His son wanted to run his own coffee shop. So, they brewed a plan.
Suburbs
DeSoto officials say NAACP can’t sue circuit clerk
In September, the DeSoto County NAACP filed a complaint in federal court claiming the county’s 2022 redistricting plan hinders the ability of Black voters to elect candidates of their choice.
Arts & Culture
Herrington: My 10 best films of 2024
This year’s list gives us strippers, tennis players, boys, daughters, jurors and hundreds of beavers. Plus, there are “Special Jury (of One)” prizes.
Opinion
Opinion: A call for solutions and community empowerment
“While I agree that our police department can and should improve, the real question for me is this: Will a Federal Government consent decree yield the true results our community is seeking — will it make Memphis better?”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football season recap, basketball’s rough schedule
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner II, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss this year’s football season and the raised level of expectations for Memphis basketball as it prepares for its final two non-conference games.