MemFeast and others feed those in need on Thanksgiving
The annual meal giveaway feeds 5,000 on Thanksgiving, while other groups in the city also host holiday meals for hundreds more.
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.
Immigrant families receive free Thanksgiving dinner
Su Casa gave boxes of turkey, produce and canned goods to families who attend the ministry’s adult English classes and bilingual preschool programs in Berclair.
For Memphis seniors, it’s one last Tiger Walk, last chance to extend bowl streak
Calvin Austin III considers himself blessed, and defensive lineman John Tate IV anticipates he’ll shed a few tears on senior day.
Scouting report: Tigers take on vastly improved Iowa State team
It will be a clash of tough defensive units when No. 9 Memphis and the Cyclones play in the NIT Season Tip-Off final. Related story:
Dancers, artists, musicians and Ja: Masters of the performing arts
Local artists compared Ja Morant’s game to jazz soloists, ballet dancers and brush strokes within a mural. The Grizzlies point guard is building his masterpiece in his third season.
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.
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:
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.
New Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott opens in Arlington
Arlington’s first hotel is preparing to soon start receiving guests for sports tournaments, wedding receptions and the upcoming developments east of town.
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.
Sanford: Agricenter cotton yields a reminder of real meaning of Thanksgiving
“The truth is, farm life historically for African Americans in the South was one of hardship and despair.”
Metro
Calkins: It’s not just a new stadium. Liza Fletcher is still ‘sprinkling hope’
Too many Memphians exploit the reality of violent crime for their own purposes. But the legion of people who made the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium possible decided the better response was to be like Liza and sprinkle hope.
Public Safety Man acquitted in Young Dolph killing pleads guilty in other case
Spirit of Memphis Teen music lab named for late Memphis producer Tay Keith
Premium Transportation & Logistics Memphis professor gets $125K contract to help with MATA’s ‘chicken-and-egg problem’
City of Memphis Task Force has targeted citizens, ACLU alleges
Business
Chapter 11 filing triggers jockeying for Memphis Wendy’s sites
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meritage Hospitality Group vows uninterrupted operations for employees and suppliers while Carlisle Corp. positions for additional acquisitions.
Premium Real Estate A data-center moratorium in Memphis won’t stop SpaceXAI from growing across the border
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Premium Health Care VA Medical Center chief talks upgrades to Memphis facility: ‘Veterans deserve the best’
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Sports
Buckley: With the Redbirds in the playoffs, Stubby Clapp recalls good times in Memphis
“Stubby Clapp, just inducted into the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame, won a lot during his six seasons with the Redbirds. Yet even now, Clapp knows that winning isn’t necessarily what matters most in minor-league baseball.”
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Update Memphis Grizzlies The Memphis Grizzlies Glossary
Sports 20 years ago, Eliza Wellford Fletcher played for the team. Now, they’re breaking ground on her stadium.
High School Sports TSWA high school football poll after Week 5
Food
Wing Wars hopes to showcase Memphis as more than barbecue
Carmeon Hamilton’s Wing Wars competition brings local favorites to Stax for bragging rights and big cash awards.
Premium Real Estate Chapter 11 filing triggers jockeying for Memphis Wendy’s sites
Suburbs
Collierville names temporary administrator
Molly Mehner, former town administrator, agreed to a mutual parting of ways with the suburb after a tumultuous month.
Premium Elections Collierville Alderwoman Missy Marshall faces challenger
Arts & Culture
Teen music lab named for late Memphis producer Tay Keith
The music-production space in Cloud901 in the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library was formally named the Tay Keith Music Lab.
Music Memphis will have a voice on newly formed Tennessee music panel
Opinion
Opinion: MATA’s shame is a national shame
“No more excuses. No more fairy tales. No more treating bus riders as pieces on a chessboard. MATA must comply with the city charter and treat bus riders with dignity and respect.”
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Podcasts
Task Force’s 1-year mark comes with questions
A year since the presidential executive order that created the Memphis Safe Task Force was announced in the Oval Office, its impact and future are still being debated, touted and condemned.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Memphis games go to streaming
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Private dining
This jigsaw puzzle features an image of a snug at Bog & Barley, which is a small, private, enclosed booth inside the pub. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.