Grizzlies run out of gas against Raptors
The Grizzlies at one point had a 14-point lead, but former Memphis Tigers player Precious Achiuwa contributed to the Raptors’ rally and surge.Related story:
Despite off night from stars, Tigers defeat Virginia Tech
Alex Lomax and Malcolm Dandridge, coming off the bench, propelled the No. 9 Tigers in what could have been a much closer game.Related story:
Calkins: Why is Memphis 5-0? Because these Tigers are dogs
After beating Virginia Tech, Memphis is 5-0 for the first time in more than a decade. But it wasn’t the kids who carried them in this one. It was the dogs.
Tony Allen asks Grizzlies to postpone jersey retirement
“Although I can’t address the legal matters right now, I want everyone to know I’m doing the work to address my case,” the former Grizzlies player said.
Family of Young Dolph releases statement
“Losing Adolph, Dolph, Man-Man, changes our lives forever. And while we will take each day as it comes, we are comforted in knowing that he leaves a legacy that reflects his heart. A heart that was for his family. A heart that was for the people,” the statement released Wednesday, Nov. 24, reads.
Husband ‘thankful’ to donate a kidney for his wife
Chip Washington wanted to give his kidney to his ailing wife, but he wasn’t a match. “What else can I do?” he asked doctors.
Ford Megasite: Stanton, Suga’s set to reap rewards from Ford plant
Stanton has lost population, the income is low and its Downtown is gone, but a can-do mayor and a boost from Blue Oval City seem likely to change the town’s luck.
For two coaches in Memphis-Tulane game, friendship stops at kickoff
Ryan Silverfield and Tulane offensive coordinator Chip Long have even served on the same staffs. On Saturday, each has specific streaks to continue or end.
Ford Megasite: Blue Oval City turns Haywood property red hot
Ford’s plans for a $5.6 billion auto plant campus with 6,000 workers has turned the spotlight on Haywood County property owners.
Memphis police investigating shots fired outside of Wolfchase
Police said no one was injured in the incident.
Property-tax relief doubled for some older Shelby residents
Qualifying Shelby County residents can now receive double the amount of property tax relief, Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris announced Wednesday, Nov. 24.
Memphis basketball mailbag: Turnover edition
Are rotations part of the turnover issue? What has Larry Brown’s role been so far?
Precious Achiuwa: Tigers still want ‘all the smoke’
The former Tigers star, in town with the Toronto Raptors to face the Grizzlies, predicts it won’t be a smooth rise, but believes his college team will win the national title.
Table Talk: Gratitude and Hail Marys
It’s Thanksgiving and if you’re not ready, you’re not alone. The best of plans often go awry, but hey, there’s always New Asia, right?
Ja Morant: Nike commercial is message about self-belief
The Grizzlies star said the ad spot “describes me, my background, the city of Memphis.”
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Tyler Byrd gets TRA off to strong start
Senior is averaging 27 points through first two games.
Biden nominates Memphis attorney to Sixth Circuit
Andre Mathis would replace on the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Bernice Donald, who is taking senior status.
Tigers Football Insider: The offense needs to score more points
The Tigers haven’t scored at 30 points in a game since beating Navy 35-17 on Oct. 14.
New Eats: Bala’s Bistro is back, bigger and better
Bala’s Bistro has reopened in a much larger space, the menu has expanded and now you don’t have to decide because you can buy food from a cafeteria line by the pound.
Box score: Raptors 126, Grizzlies 113
Nov. 24, 2021: Toronto Raptors defeat the Grizzlies at FedExForum.
Metro
Three teens injured in South Memphis shooting
The boys were transported to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.
Premium Education Attorney: Claims against Feagins are ‘weak,’ and she ‘absolutely’ wants to keep her job
Business
‘It’s bonkers’ — how Ozempic, Wegovy change lives of those who struggle to lose weight
Unless the government intervenes to lower the price or forces insurers to cover the drugs, they will remain out of range for many people.
Transportation & Logistics What’s on the road ahead for newly independent FedEx Freight
Sports
Four Downs with Finebaum: Tennessee’s CFP downfall, final word on Memphis’ season
ESPN college football expert Paul Finebaum answers The Daily Memphian’s questions as Tennessee’s and Memphis’ seasons end and the College Football Playoff continues.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis drops out of AP Top 25 poll following loss to Mississippi State
Food
Hello, 2025: New Year’s Eve parties and resolution inspo for the year ahead
We’ve got your guide to New Year’s Eve events for adults (and even one for kids!), and we’ve included some inspiration to help you meet your 2025 health goals.
Suburbs
Public documents on Harvest plane crash released, final report imminent
Hundreds of pages of investigative reports on the 2023 plane crash that killed four members of Harvest Church in Germantown are now public, including official interviews, expert accounts on the aircraft and wreckage and more.
Arts & Culture
Hello, 2025: New Year’s Eve parties and resolution inspo for the year ahead
We’ve got your guide to New Year’s Eve events for adults (and even one for kids!), and we’ve included some inspiration to help you meet your 2025 health goals.
Opinion
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.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Ice cream can make the holidays sweeter
It may be winter, but Kameisha Wilson of Kaye’s Pints & Scoops says that shouldn’t mean ice cream is off the table.
Games
Jigsaw: At The Peabody, it takes a gingerbread village
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features an image of The Peabody Hotel’s holiday gingerbread display.