Ja Morant shares frustration with fans’ comments after loss
In his first game back from his knee injury, Morant said “the remarks from the fans actually hurt.”
Herrington: Don’t mind hecklers, Ja. Best version of Grizzlies needs you at the wheel
It’s the first game back, so it’s best not to jump to conclusions as everything gets back in order.
Thunder get revenge, spoil Ja Morant’s return to Grizzlies
Ja Morant scored 16 points in his return, but the Memphis offense didn’t do enough to take care of business against one of the Western Conference’s worst teams.
Box score: Thunder 102, Grizzlies 99
Dec. 20, 2021: The Oklahoma City Thunder defeat the Grizzlies at FedExForum. Related article:
Video shows Freedom Prep coach assaulting son during game
War Eagles’ star player was struck repeatedly during tournament game in Brighton.
31 Omicron variant cases confirmed in Shelby County
Shelby County Health Department director Dr. Michelle Taylor told Shelby County Commissioners Monday, Dec. 20, that caution is recommended for holiday gatherings.
Pay raises approved for next elected commission, mayor and sheriff
The commission being elected in August with at least six new members will get a 19.9% pay raise. The mayor and sheriff elected on the same August ballot will get 21% raises.
County Commission approves Tom Lee Park redesign funding
Locals send love, donated goods to tornado victims ahead of Christmas
Groups gather goods, share love to those who lost everything to the devastating tornadoes that caused havoc across multiple states earlier this month.
What 5 coaches said about Penny’s handling of Tigers’ predicament
The Daily Memphian spoke to five coaches who addressed what Hardaway’s responsibilities were, and what they tell their own players.
Iris Orchestra to suspend operations after spring
The Iris Orchestra is the most frequent group utilizing GPAC.
Kelsey trial delayed until after 2022 election
State Sen. Brian Kelsey’s trial for campaign finance charges has been delayed by more than a year, until after the 2022 elections.
Charges dropped against Katrina Robinson, who will enter diversion
Prosecutors in a federal case have dropped charges against Sen. Katrina Robinson, D-Memphis, and two codefendants in a plea deal.
U of M athletic director: Enjoy Hawaii, but not too much
University of Memphis athletic director Laird Veatch played in Hawaii 27 years ago, and he knows the temptations. “Bowl games are a lot more fun when you win them.”
Foo Fighters, Lil Wayne among Beale Street Music Fest headliners
The Beale Street Music Festival returns in April after a two-year COVID-induced hiatus.
Patterson Pitmasters set new world BBQ record with weekend event
A weekend event to break the Guinness World Record succeeds, even if the rain and cold called it off earlier than planned.
Penny Hardaway: Tigers still want to play Tennessee
If Tennessee remains unwilling to reschedule, Hardaway hopes the Tigers can pick up a big game with another school.
Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week for Week 4
Standouts from Fayette Academy, Hutchison, Lewisburg, St. Agnes and White Station up for consideration this week.
Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week for Week 4
Standouts from CBHS, Cordova, Fayette Academy, St. Benedict and Whitehaven up for consideration this week. Voting ends Thursday, Dec. 23, at 5 p.m.
Metro
National Guard numbers swelled in mid-November, documents show
In the days before a Nashville judge ruled on the legality of Gov. Bill Lee’s deployment of the Tennessee National Guard, hundreds more guardsmen surged into Memphis, according to public records.
Public Safety Trump claims Memphis crime drop due to Task Force
unlocked Metro Venezuelans in Memphis feel euphoria now that ‘nightmare’ is over — but dreams for future uneasy
Metro After US topples Maduro, Memphis-area leaders react
Public Safety Memphis saw lowest number of murders since 2015
Business
Buckley: Is the Liberty Bowl doomed? Far from it, one Memphian says.
AutoZone Liberty Bowl executive director Steve Ehrhart addresses the future of the game, which saw Navy beat Cincinnati in the rain after a week of fun in Memphis.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Unlocked Health Care Anyone can do science: How a little girl from rural Louisiana became a research leader at UTHSC
Health Care Lymphatic massage gains momentum in Memphis
Business Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen
Sports
Calkins to leave local sports talk radio after two decades
Geoff Calkins has been a fixture in Memphis sports talk radio since 2004. He’s giving up his daily show this week.
Unlocked Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Memphis escapes Rice. Tiger fans should probably get used to days like this.
Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis ekes out win over Rice for first road victory of season
UNLOCKED Business Buckley: Is the Liberty Bowl doomed? Far from it, one Memphian says.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: Memphis 76, Rice 70
Food
Recipe Exchange: The Chubby Vegetarian’s warm egg roll salad
The Chubby Vegetarian’s warm egg roll salad is a warm, savory dish that is a fun and delicious way to get more vegetables in at lunch or dinner.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Soul Fish’s crawfish tacos have crunchy inside and chewy shell
Suburbs
How a Southaven principal found her calling as DeSoto County’s Administrator of the Year
April Rucker has a new title to go with her job as principal at Southaven Intermediate School. She is also the Administrator of the Year for DeSoto County Schools.
unlocked North Mississippi McLendon rolls out legislative priorities, including removing sales tax on groceries
Arts & Culture
Dixon opens third installment of ‘Black Artists in America’
Also in January, Central High alumni get separate exhibitions at the Buckman Center and the Botanic Garden.
UNLOCKED Music Arts Beat: Hear Detroit jazz, Memphis soul and a ‘Genius Grant’ winner in January
Opinion
Echols: A friendship 84 years in the making
“In a world where loneliness is an epidemic, I wondered what could possibly go into cultivating a friendship like this one.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Veganuary makes the case for plant-based eating
Interested in a plant-based lifestyle? Newsletter editor Bianca Phillips has thoughts and tips.
Behind The Headlines Two of the biggest Memphis stories of 2025 have a surprising connection
Games
Daily WordRow: Jan. 4
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.