Trail Blazers end Grizzlies’ five-game winning streak
Dillon Brooks scored a career-high 37 points, but it was a cold-shooting night from the other Grizzlies. Related article:
Silverfield reminds players how they’ll be remembered
History could be made in an otherwise mediocre season, depending on the Hawai’i Bowl.
Calkins: COVID didn’t cost Memphis the Tennessee game. A failure of leadership did.
‘The Memphis-Tennessee game was canceled because too many Tigers players were unvaccinated. That’s an indictment of Penny Hardaway’s leadership.’ Tyler Harris, Landers Nolley tested positive, leading to Tigers’ cancellationRelated articles:
Tyler Harris, Landers Nolley tested positive, leading to Tigers’ cancellation
Coach Penny Hardaway, who previously said that 90% of the Tigers were vaccinated, “probably just misspoke on that” figure.
Tigers’ game against Alabama State canceled
The University of Memphis had to cancel its second straight basketball game due to COVID-19 protocols in the program
For some, pressure of holidays rings in season of heightened stress
For many people, the expectations of the holiday season are simply too much. And if they become overwhelmed, they might just call the Memphis Crisis Center, where volunteers are waiting and listening.
Efforts to bolster police force face tall obstacles
The MPD has gone from 2,449 officers a decade ago to slightly more than 1,900 today. The problem is national but also unique to Memphis in some ways.
‘We see the Medical District as the new frontier’
Both private and public development have come to the Memphis Medical District.
Shelby County loses one seat in State House GOP redistricting plan
The proposed political map, which was unveiled Friday, Dec., 17, takes one seat away from Shelby County, while adding three to Middle Tennessee.
Calkins: A debacle in Nashville
The Memphis-Tennessee series ended in dismal fashion when Saturday’s game at Bridgestone Arena was canceled because of COVID-19. It’s an ending nobody wanted. But that won’t stop fans from both sides from arguing about it until the end of time.
What’s next for Tigers after Tennessee cancellation?
University of Tennessee coach Rick Barnes seemed pretty adamant that the two in-state rivals wouldn’t be rescheduling a game for this season. So where does that leave University of Memphis basketball?
Box score: Trail Blazers 105, Grizzlies 100
Dec. 19, 2021: The Portland Trail Blazers defeat the Grizzlies at FedExForum.Related article:
Ja Morant back on Grizzlies sideline, testing out knee
Coach Taylor Jenkins would not set a firm date for a Ja Morant return, but said the point guard is ‘really close.’
Metro
Downtown church’s rich history is intertwined with the stories of people it served
The present St. Patrick Catholic Church was built in 1905 but the congregation dates back to 1866 on the same property south of FedExForum.
Premium Spirit of Memphis It’s alive! Everyone thought this insect was extinct, but 2 Memphis scientists discovered the truth.
Premium Metro Nearly 200 charged federally since beginning of Memphis Task Force, US Attorney says
Business The Station owner trying again for liquor license
Free Access Metro It’s about to get really cold in Memphis
Business
Couple with passion for baking serves thousands of customers out of home
O’Regan Creations — whose tagline is, “We would love to feed you” — has 39 banana bread flavors (with a 40th on the way), 19 honey-butter bread flavors, several pies, monkey bread, cinnamon rolls and other baked goods.
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Premium Business Charlie’s Meat Market’s temporary closure could turn permanent
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Sports
Takeaways from Memphis’ blowout road loss to No. 11 Louisville
It didn’t take long after the Tigers tipped off against the Cardinals inside a raucous KFC Yum! Center in a 99-73 loss for one to wonder if Penny Hardaway’s team truly recognized the magnitude of the moment.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: A lopsided loss to Louisville? For Memphis, ‘this group had no idea what the rivalry really meant.’
High School Sports Blue team ends losing skid in AutoZone Liberty Bowl High School All-Star game
Memphis Tigers Basketball No. 11 Louisville Cardinals fly by Memphis Tigers
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Memphis and Louisville are no longer rivals. That has to change.
Food
Couple with passion for baking serves thousands of customers out of home
O’Regan Creations — whose tagline is, “We would love to feed you” — has 39 banana bread flavors (with a 40th on the way), 19 honey-butter bread flavors, several pies, monkey bread, cinnamon rolls and other baked goods.
Premium Food Evelyn & Olive owner opening new Jamaican restaurant
Suburbs
Bailey: Barton sends warning to evil-doers traveling from the north
DeSoto County prosecutor Matthew Barton sends a message to criminals who wander into Mississippi to commit crimes — leave or face consequences.
Premium Real Estate Lake District townhomes moving ahead
Arts & Culture
Alabama Shakes will be first concert at new Grind City Amp
Grind City Brewing Co.’s new outdoor venue is set to open in spring 2026.
Premium Arts & Culture Metal Museum plans to open Overton Park space in 2026
Opinion
Opinion: Chanukah is about the strength of faith and finding light even in the darkest of times
“Whether Chanukah falls in middle or late December, this is the season when long anticipated movies are released, including the second movie installment of the iconic Broadway musical ‘Wicked.’”
Guest Columnists Echols: ‘It’s weird when your kids know things you don’t’
Podcasts
‘Largest development in the history of Downtown Memphis’ faces hope and skepticism
A future cloud computing hub — at the site of a another development that never panned out — is among the topics on “Behind The Headlines” a reporters’ roundtable.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more How Merit Academy pursues excellence in literacy
Games
Daily WordRow: Dec. 14
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.