Calkins: Why Emoni Bates and Landers Nolley could be ‘crazy’ fun
Emoni Bates and Landers Nolley II looked sensational as they made their season debuts. This ‘crazy duo’ could be the key to the year for Memphis basketball.
Nolley, Bates power Memphis over Lane College in return
Landers Nolley II and Emoni Bates both make their season debuts as the Tigers close out their exhibition runs.
Herrington: JJJ’s game is in a bad place, but we’ve been here before
Jaren Jackson Jr. wasn’t at his best during the Grizzlies’ first six games this season, but we’ve been here before with Pau Gasol, Mike Conley and Rudy Gay.
Some call it a pandemic of grief
Even persons of faith can struggle with being unable to be physically present and say goodbye to loved ones.
As high school marching bands battle for Bandmasters, DeSoto Central walks away a winner
Eighteen bands from Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas vied in the 55th annual Bandmasters Championship hosted by the University of Memphis Band Alumni Chapter in hopes of winning the inaugural Joe Sills Cup.
Many current GOP lawmakers voted for a vaccine mandate in 2013
Tennessee Republicans are firmly anti-mandate today. But in 2013, they supported a requirement that college students get vaccinated against meningitis.
At 56, Memphian turns heads (and chairs) on ‘The Voice’
Now the question is how this former Overton High student will go on the popular singing competition.
Jimmy Butler, Heat overpower Grizzlies’ defense
The Memphis defense left a lot to be desired in a blowout loss to the Heat, which shot 52% from the field, and 57% from 3-point range.Related story:
901 FC hammers Indy to enter playoffs on a confident note
Club tunes up for first playoff game against Charlotte with assured performance in season finale.
Lakeland EDC recommends hiring retail recruitment firm
Economic Development Commission encourages the city’s Board of Commissioners to hire retail recruiter Retail Strategies to assist with bringing desirable businesses to the area.
Houston falls to undefeated Bearden in AAA championship game
Leah Freeman’s first-half goal gave the Mustangs a shot, but physical Bulldogs wore them down after halftime.
Morris: Join us Tuesday to remember those we’ve lost to COVID
Tuesday, Nov. 2, is All Souls Day. Beginning in the ninth century, Christians have held a day of prayer on the day after All Saints Day to remember the souls of all who had died.
Metro
The women behind the return of Leon Place: ‘We break ground on a belief in Memphis’
Two women are teaming up on an affordable-housing development in North Memphis, another move in the momentum to bring more new homes to the city.
Behind The Headlines New county mayor focused on money
Education Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx unveil new Dream Court at Northeast Prep Academy
Breaking News Public Safety Lindsey Whiteside pleads guilty in federal case
Premium Shelby County At street renaming, Lee Harris said he doesn’t know how much Regional One has cost
Business
The women behind the return of Leon Place: ‘We break ground on a belief in Memphis’
Two women are teaming up on an affordable-housing development in North Memphis, another move in the momentum to bring more new homes to the city.
Premium Real Estate ‘Colossus is the biggest thing that happened to Memphis since FedEx — and it may only get bigger’
Business Two years after opening, Starbucks on Covington to close
Premium Business Texas company says SpaceXAI owes them almost $2M
Premium Real Estate New stores and development signify a growing Millington
Sports
Briarcrest downs Southwind in battle of unbeatens
The Saints made the needed adjustments after a tied halftime and ended the Jaguars’ 21-game regular-season winning streak.
High School Sports Whitehaven defeats Munford to win fifth straight
High School Sports Friday prep report: Houston rolls on Homecoming
High School Sports There’s light at the end of the tunnel for Horton night races
Education Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx unveil new Dream Court at Northeast Prep Academy
Food
Recipe Exchange: The Farmer’s mushroom sloppy Joe
The Farmer’s sloppy Joe helped bring national attention to the Memphis restaurant.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: ‘Donut’ overlook this Midtown bakery
Suburbs
Lindsey Whiteside pleads guilty in federal case
DeSoto County’s Lindsey Whiteside saga is almost officially over.
Premium Collierville Collierville owes Molly Mehner $184,769 as part of agreement
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Primetime,’ Dolly Parton’s ‘Nine to Five’
Also screening this week, “Psycho” and “Breathless” provide a film education that budding Memphis cinephiles should really take advantage of.
Premium Music Arts Beat: 10 must-see October concerts
Opinion
Sanford: Political fighting in Memphis and across America is hurting local Democrats
“With Republicans refusing to address high gas prices, heavy-handed immigration policies and blatant corruption by President Trump, Democrats have been handed all the ammunition they need to put their GOP opponents on the defensive. But instead, some are fighting each other.”
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: It’s the Super Bowl, the World Cup and ‘American Idol’ all wrapped up in one. Plus, lots of ducks!
Podcasts
How Hotel Pontotoc went from bordello to boutique hotel
Joey Lewis is on “The Sidebar” to talk about his love for the hotel and everything it has become.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: ‘Donut’ overlook this Midtown bakery
Games
Daily WordRow: Sept. 26
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.