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.
crime crisis
Daily Memphian plans year-long, in-depth series on crime
Over the coming months, reporters and editors will focus on four major areas: murders, violent crime, juvenile crime and justice, and property crime.
10 years. $10M. 2,100 SkyCop cameras. And a crime increase of 57%
A Daily Memphian analysis reveals the city experienced more crime with a vast camera system than without it. And SkyCop cameras rarely help criminal investigations.
Strickland: State law is weak on gun crime, access
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.
Box score: Raptors 126, Grizzlies 113
Nov. 24, 2021: Toronto Raptors defeat the Grizzlies at FedExForum.
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.