Grizzlies defense a no-show in loss to Minnesota
The Grizzlies were out of it from the start in a blowout loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday. Related story:
Box score: Timberwolves 138, Grizzlies 95
Nov. 20, 2021: The Timberwolves defeated the Memphis Grizzlies at Target Center in Minneapolis.
Herrington: Young Dolph’s background formed his music, and his life
It can be tempting to separate the facts of the rapper’s life and the still very murky facts of his death from the music that made him a success and, in some quarters, a star. But, in life, he encouraged listeners to conflate the two.
Rapper Jucee Froot helps give out turkeys in North Memphis
About 350 Thanksgiving birds were distributed Saturday at the event on North Hollywood Street. A day earlier, turkeys were given out in South Memphis, where slain rapper Young Dolph had planned to participate.
Bioventus to invest $9.1 million, create 40 new jobs in Shelby County
The facility at 7101 Goodlett Farms Parkway will become the medical device manufacturer’s second site in Cordova.
Tigers, Grizzlies games no longer require proof of vaccination, negative test
The new policy goes into effect immediately.
Young Dolph’s holiday giveaway continues despite rapper’s death
“None of us are doing well, but Dolph would have wanted us out here, so we out here giving back to the people just like he would have wanted.”
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
If you’re a fan of new fire stations, old houses, food or sports, we’ve got the photos. Cast a vote for your favorite.
Public schools must mask, Health Department says
The Shelby County Health Department expects all public schools and others under the Americans with Disabilities Act to mask, according to a memo sent to public and private school leaders Friday afternoon.
Doctors testify on behalf of disabled students in mask lawsuit
Lawyers for disabled students invited doctors to testify virtually to the U.S. District Court in Nashville to support their argument that a new Tennessee law violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Tigers still looking for their sixth win after falling to No. 17 Houston
Houston’s run of penalties gave the Tigers some momentum, but ultimately they weren’t able to capitalize on their chances. After underachieving season, Tigers forced to battle for minimum successRelated stories:
Duren’s monster night helps Memphis survive scrappy Western Kentucky
The Tigers have had an issue with turnovers all season, a trend that continued against the Hilltoppers and allowed them to hang in the game.Related stories:
Friday prep report: Local football season ends with a thud
Lausanne, CBHS, MAHS and Covington all fall in playoff action.
Behind The Headlines: Strickland on crime
On “Behind The Headlines,” Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says he hopes a city charter change on police residency is revived and put back on a ballot for a vote soon.
Ford says he meant no offense, didn’t understand ‘she/they’
Memphis City Council member Edmund Ford Sr. said Friday evening he asked about a county employee’s use of personal pronouns because he didn’t know what they meant, but “could have been less harsh in my delivery and tone.”
Memphis women’s soccer team falls in NCAA second round
Duke defeated the Tigers, who end the season 14-5-2.
Metro
U of M lifts employee vaccine mandate
The university still encouraged workers to get vaccinated and submit proof.
Suburbs Union Depot passes first county hurdle, neighboring opposition wants changes
Business
In-person St. Jude Marathon to return this weekend
The St. Jude Memphis Marathon is the biggest single-day fundraiser for the hospital.
Update Business Kellogg’s announces tentative deal with workers
Sports
Box score: Grizzlies 152, Thunder 79
Dec. 2, 2021: Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum.Related story:
Subscribers only Memphis Tigers Basketball Calkins: Penny Hardaway calls out his players. But isn’t he as much to blame?
Food
TacoNGanas to open Midtown truck, preps Germantown restaurant
The popular taco truck opens a fourth Memphis-area location, at a well-trafficked Midtown corner, while its owner plans a sit-down restaurant in Germantown.
Suburbs
Union Depot passes first county hurdle, neighboring opposition wants changes
With a looming deadline for purchasing the former Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home property in Bartlett, the permits for a mixed-use project are on a fast track for consideration.
Neighborhoods
Downtown health/nutrition bar moves forward
Charles Cavallo, who also owns The Cupboard restaurant, plans to fully renovate the ground-floor commercial space, which was once a jewelry store.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Chris Stapleton, ‘Chungking Express’ and plenty of sparkle
A country star comes to town, lights begin to twinkle and it’s parade time in Collierville. This week even includes an event for your fur babies!
Opinion
Sanford: Wiseman leaves state government as valuable player in Ford assembly plant deal
Lang Wiseman, 50, said his greatest satisfaction in his dual role was his work making the planned Ford truck assembly plant at the Megasite of West Tennessee in Haywood County a reality.
Podcasts
Almost time to start the Never Have I Ever series
The Never Have I Ever series will begin soon, COVID permitting, and Chris Herrington and I talk about the things we plan to eat and discuss why some restaurants seem insider-ish.