Calkins: It was Black Friday for Tigers and Grizzlies
The Memphis Tigers and Memphis Grizzlies lost two games and a superstar Friday night. But this particular Black Friday could have been a whole lot worse.
Turnovers, stagnant offense hurt Tigers in loss to Iowa State
Memphis shot just 35% from the field and committed 22 turnovers in the NIT Season Tip-Off final.
Tigers were thrown into fire against Iowa State; can they grow from it?
The University of Memphis players learned that talent isn’t enough when the offense is undisciplined.
Ja Morant leaves Grizzlies game with left knee sprain
Morant did not return after he was injured in the first quarter, and the team announced after the game that he has a left knee sprain.
Grizzlies lose Ja Morant to injury, then lose big to Hawks
By late in the third quarter, the shell-shocked Grizzlies, already with a questionable defense all season, trailed by 38 points.
Remaining ‘Lion King’ performances canceled
Orpheum Theatre officials said remaining performances of “Disney’s The Lion King” have been canceled due to positive COVID-19 cases among members of the touring company as well as local crew.
How Calvin Austin III grinded his way from overlooked recruit to NFL prospect
Colleges didn’t want to take a chance on Calvin Austin III because of his size, but he bet on himself and is headed hopefully toward an NFL career.
Social Club: Memphians share ‘says who’ responses; ‘Walking in Memphis’ gets remake
The Millenium Tour pays tribute to Young Dolph, Memphians react to Ja Morant’s Nike commercial and ‘Walking in Memphis, gets a remake.
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. not thinking about foul trouble
Limiting fouls has been a weakness for Jackson in the past, but he has been much more effective so far this season.
Americana worth preserving: Barretville General Store plans expansion
From its roots as a general store, the business has transformed into a popular restaurant – popular enough that it needs to expand.
Global supply chain crisis impacts Memphians’ Christmas shopping
The crisis has pushed many shoppers to look early for Christmas gifts and caused headaches for retailers big and small.
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.
Box score: Iowa State Cyclones 78, Memphis Tigers 59
Nov. 26, 2021: Iowa State defeated the Memphis Tigers in the NIT Season Tip-Off at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Box score: Hawks 132, Grizzlies 100
Nov. 26, 2021: Atlanta Hawks defeated the Grizzlies at FedExForum.
Conaway: Look for the wonder. Repeat.
Gathered again for Thanksgiving, this time with four generations, I’m again reminded of, well, of everything. Most of all, I’m reminded of loss and of renewal, and I’m still surprised at the wonder of it.
Metro
First Horizon Foundation donates $5M for new UTHSC project
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is getting a jump-start on its new College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building.
Metro Daily Memphian awarded first place in photography, data visualization
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North Mississippi The AM/DM podcast: Explaining the controversy over two new North Mississippi judgeships
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Business
First Horizon Foundation donates $5M for new UTHSC project
The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is getting a jump-start on its new College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: New Ballet Ensemble names artistic director
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Sports
Cam Spencer can’t turn off competitive switch — even on the golf course
Cam Spencer and Brevin Knight exchanged plenty of playful banter at TPC Southwind. They were there to raise money for St. Jude — but also to win.
Premium Golf Hydrate, and maybe use a parasol. That’s what PGA Tour players plan this week in Memphis.
Golf Your guide to the FESJC field
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Golf FESJC tee times, pairings for Thursday, Friday
Food
Table Talk: A meal fit for a ‘King’ with BBQ beans
Food writer Sophia Surrett recently celebrated the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with catfish, hush puppies and baked beans.
Premium Business JoJo’s Espresso plans third area location
Suburbs
Meeting set to decide Collierville fire chief’s fate
Town leaders will discuss the employment of the suburb’s fire chief, who was placed on administrative leave and banned from town facilities until further notice. Related content:
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Arts & Culture
Elvis Week has fans — old and young — all shook up
Tribute artists, singers and panelists electrified fans of all ages with live performances and memories of Elvis, proving that nearly 50 years after his death, Presleymania shows no sign of slowing down.
Arts & Culture Memphis Movies This Week: Locally made ‘Elijah Peel,’ Anne Hathaway’s ‘End of Oak Street’
Opinion
Calkins: Why is the PGA Tour’s decision so heartbreaking? Ask any volunteer: It’s because of the kids.
The PGA Tour is not including Memphis or St. Jude in its Championship Series after 2027. That’s a blow to the thousands of tournament volunteers who “do it for the kids.”
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Podcasts
Outgoing mayor Lee Harris said state oversight will make Mickell Lowery’s job harder
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris talks about his eight years as mayor on “Behind The Headlines” and the challenges facing his successor, Mayor-elect Mickell Lowery.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Rust Hall
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the front entrance to Rust Hall and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.