Simmons Bank changes mind on name of Liberty Bowl stadium
Simmons Bank, which is acquiring the rights to rename the venue, has decided to switch out one word.
Developing Memphis Seminar highlights anticipated developments now charging ahead
The projects discussed at The Daily Memphian’s Developing Memphis Seminar were Central Yards in Midtown, Link Apartments on Broad, the Blues Note Hotel in the Pinch and Orleans Station in the Medical District.
With impressive opening, Grizzlies’ backcourt shows it’s ‘growing up’
With the backcourt trio of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton, the Grizzlies hope they have something special brewing.
The Daily Memphian Developing Memphis Seminar 2021
Join The Daily Memphian’s virtual seminar focused on key development projects across Memphis beginning at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21.
AAC announces new schools
The American Athletic Conference, with the addition of six Conference USA members, now has an eastern toehold with Charlotte.
By ground or air, Kenji Lewis delivers for East
The quarterback has turned things up several notches during his team’s four-game winning streak, with help from D’Juan Murray, who leads a veteran offensive line, and receivers Curtis Owens and Chris Bailey .
Fans choose Tipton-Rosemark QB, Central-CBHS as week’s best
Tipton-Rosemark quarterback Payne Fullen accounted for four touchdowns in the victory over Harding Academy last week.
State volleyball tournament: Knoxville Catholic dethrones Briarcrest in D2-AA
Saints end the season with a 40-3 record.
Memphis families to receive produce through Good Food For All
Partnership for a Healthier America will work with Shelby County Schools to provide fresh fruits and vegetables weekly to families participating in the program. Family members will receive at least two servings of produce per day.
‘Please don’t let The Peanut Shoppe die’
The business’ owner is requesting a $30,000 Retail Tenant Improvement (TI) Grant to move to 121 S. Main.
State Department of Education to host public town halls for funding review
The Tennessee Department of Education is hosting a series of town halls, including one at the National Civil Rights Museum next week, to invite the public to give input for their review of the public education funding strategy.
Big River Park effort gains $1 million gift
Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant wants to be an All-Star and looked like one Wednesday
He wants to be an All-Star. He doesn’t hide that goal, as other players choose to do. But he also doesn’t want that desire to get in the way of his team goals, which ultimately keep everyone in Memphis happy.
Biden announces broad network to vaccinate 5- to 11-year-olds
Vaccinations will be provided at locations families trust, including schools, community-based sites, 25,000 doctors’ offices, plus dozens of children’s hospitals and thousands of pharmacies.
Majority of COVID vaccination doses given in Shelby County now third doses
The majority of COVID-19 vaccination doses being given in Shelby County now are third doses, Shelby County Health Department Director Dr. Michelle Taylor said Thursday.
Memphis airport reports travel upswing in September
Memphis International Airport reported a September spike in travelers over the same month a year ago, and officials warn Memphians to expect crowds on peak days, Nov. 24-29.
The To-Do List: Earth, Wind and lots of Fire
This week’s listing of events is burning hot with Earth, Wind & Fire, Art on Fire, Indie Memphis Film Festival, Spree Wilson and more.
Sanford: Colin Powell was America’s moral leader without the title of president
Otis Sanford: “...while Powell never sought the office himself, he had tremendous influence with voters during tough presidential election years.”
Germantown Plaza secures new tenants
The Germantown Plaza shopping center will soon get new occupants to replace the former Bed Bath & Beyond and Shelby County Clerk’s office locations.
Week 9 high school football stat leaders
More than 30 individual and team categories listed through games of Week 9.
Daily Memphian Power 15: Undefeated Lausanne retains top spot
Lynx are now 7-0 following a victory over St. George’s last week.
Hagerty and Blackburn again reject moving voting rights bill in Senate
Tennessee’s two Republican senators voted against the procedural motion this week that would have brought a Democratic voting rights bill to the Senate floor for a vote.
Listen to Jennifer Biggs, Chris Herrington and Eric Barnes discuss (and taste test) Kit Kats
From pudding to pumpkin pie with matcha and mint in between, Jennifer Biggs, Chris Herrington, and Eric Barnes eat all the Kit Kats.
Listen to Eric Barnes, Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington continue their Kit Kat chit chat
Eric Barnes, Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington continue their talks and tastings of Kit Kats on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Key stats and numbers for Friday night against UCF
The Tigers are hoping to win back-to-back games for the first time since September.
Metro
Fired VA worker back on job
Kendra Lawler was one of the federal workers recently laid off as part of a large-scale reduction in force. Many of those affected were classified as probationary.
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City of Memphis Memphis names task force in wake of DOJ report on police
Business
Memphis hotel industry struggles to get back to pre-pandemic numbers
Memphis hospitality industry professionals said they hope for a more positive 2025.
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Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Can Memphis capitalize on home-heavy schedule?
The Grizzlies are finally returning to FedExForum for a five-game homestand. Can they distance from Denver as the Nuggets’ schedule increases in difficulty?
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr.’s DPOY chances, Grizzlies’ shifting rotation and more
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis rises in AP Top 25 after blowout win over Florida Atlantic
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: Dain Dainja wanted to be a small forward. Memphis had other ideas.
Food
Lucchesi’s heads back to grocery stores
Though Lucchesi’s used to sell its products in grocery stores, a USDA rule change several years ago forced the company to pull its casseroles from stores. But now they are back with a full line, new partners and plans for growth.
Suburbs
Germantown to have large bookstore after 14 years without one
Barnes & Noble is looking to open in Germantown, but the space will be significantly smaller than Shelby County’s existing locations.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Stephen King is back
One might think that all of Stephen King’s work has already been adapted into a movie or miniseries, but here comes “The Monkey,” adapted from “Skeleton Crew,” one of King’s short story collections.
Opinion
Echols: Nine fresh ideas already happening in Memphis
“These people have no idea I’m writing about them. But they are using what they have in time, money, energy and ideas to bless the rest of us.”
Podcasts
Local Democratic, Republican leaders talk pros, cons of deportation
“... They are not committing any other crime,” Worth Morgan said. “But they are being exploited and they are taking a job away from somebody here in Memphis that would want that job.”