Tennessee COVID deaths top 20,000 after data dump
Nearly three out of every 1,000 Tennessee residents have died of COVID-19, new data from the state health department shows.
The respect is mutual as Silverfield coaches against mentor
Ryan Silverfield and Hawai’i coach Todd Graham have nothing but high praises for one another as the two friends face off in the Hawai’i Bowl.
Orpheum Theatre transfer approved
The Memphis City Council approved the property transfer for a token $1 payment Tuesday, Dec. 21, on a unanimous vote.
Calkins: Grizzlies and City of Memphis getting closer on lease?
The Grizzlies may be closing in on an agreement with the city and county that would dramatically reduce the chance the team relocates under the “early termination” clause of the arena lease.
The Second Line, Pantà closed this week for COVID
More restaurants closing for COVID: This time it’s Pantà and The Second Line; both should reopen next week.
Case drop may show South Africa’s Omicron peak has passed
South Africa has been at the forefront of the Omicron wave and the world is watching for any signs of how it may play out there to try to understand what may be in store.
Five Memphis firms win statewide architectural awards
Memphis architectural firms received more than a third of the statewide design awards announced by the Tennessee chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Tigers Football Insider: Looking at the different personnel changes heading into the Hawai’i Bowl
Hawai’i is expected to start freshman quarterback Brayden Schager who Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan has already played against in high school.
Table Talk: When José Andrés was in my kitchen
José Andrés was in my kitchen, via Zoom, and I forgot to tell you about it (but now I am). McEwen’s is open, a Guinness record is coming to Memphis, and so is a Hy-Vee grocery.
Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss the reintegration of Ja Morant
Can a win at Golden State or Phoenix bring Morant out of his somber spell? Just how long will it take to reintegrate their star?
Listen to Tigers beat writers preview Hawai’i Bowl, recap Tennessee cancellation
The Memphis football team also wraps up the season in the Hawai’i Bowl and there’s a lot at stake for Ryan Silverfield.
Williams appointment in clerk’s office delayed again by council
The delay by the city council came after Calvin Williams said he’s paid for his mistakes but insisted he never “mismanaged anything in government.”
Opening day to get on May primary ballot draws 28 potential candidates
Those pulling petitions have until noon Feb. 17 to file their petitions with the Shelby County Election Commission and if certified go on the May 3, 2022, county primary ballot.
Job status undetermined for coach at Freedom Prep
Video shows basketball coach Bwerani Johnson assaulting a player — his son — during a game.Related Story:
Inked: A mobile flower truck sets up shop, a new grocery chain for Memphis, Whataburger update
Construction is underway for a Whataburger in Southaven at the corner of Goodman Road and Airways.
Metro
Voting-rights bill passes Tennessee Senate committee
SB0336, sponsored by state Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, would remove the requirements for persons convicted of certain felonies to have fully paid all court costs associated with their crime to be eligible to vote.
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Metro Tennessee Valley Authority appoints a new CEO
Premium Education How MSCS’ interim leader wants to change the district
Business
FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
The company is closing a site in Lebanon, Tennessee, as it is ceasing service to a key customer.
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
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Sports
Memphis falls to Mississippi State for its ninth consecutive loss
The Tigers jumped out to a three-run lead but couldn’t respond after Mississippi State scored five unanswered runs.
Memphis Grizzlies Box Score: Warriors 134, Grizzlies 125
Memphis Grizzlies Curry hits 12 3-pointers, scores 52 as Warriors defeat Grizzlies 134-125
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Memphis played better, which is why loss to Warriors stings
Food
Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
The owner of a popular Memphis wing restaurant chain has been indicted for theft and tax fraud, local court records show.
Suburbs
Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
Arts & Culture
‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: April 1
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.