Tigers awarded a bowl trophy in the most disappointing way
Memphis was deemed the EasyPost Hawai’i Bowl champion after its opponent withdrew, but for the seniors, the competition was what mattered.
Paul Young: After uncertainty, future of Downtown ‘inclusive’
“It’s my belief that the future of Downtown is one that’s inclusive,” Young said. “When I say inclusive, I mean diverse businesses, diverse residents and diverse experiences. The food, the music, the culture. That’s why Memphis, and its future, is unique.”
Grizzlies a source of holiday cheer for Little Rock Central basketball team
The coach surprised his players with Grizzlies tickets for Christmas. And when the team comes to town on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be history to remember.
Contenders pull petitions for county mayor, Probate Court clerk
The latest contenders in the May county primaries to pull qualifying petitions include a Democratic challenger to County Mayor Lee Harris.
United, Delta cancel flights over Christmas due to Omicron
Delta said it canceled flights Friday because of the impact of Omicron and possibility of bad weather after it had “exhausted all options and resources — including rerouting and substitutions of aircraft and crews to cover scheduled flying.”
About Town: Inside the Memphis Medical District’s transformation
The Memphis Medical District is currently undergoing a transformation with several private and public developments and redevelopments in the works.
Social Club: Fans talk Ja Morant’s return; Memphians react to Music Fest lineup
Grizzlies fans show Ja Morant support and Memphians react to the initial 2022 Beale Street Music Festival lineup.
A grilling destination for BBQ aficionados
Melissa Cookston intended to simply find a hangout headquarters for the World Junior Barbecue League, but then she stumbled upon 12,000-square-feet of space. She’d always wanted a barbecue supply store.
OnPointe Care expands with new Bartlett clinic
An urgent care clinic at the site of the former Easy Way market at 5905 Stage Road provides a bridge between primary care and emergency room services.
Cordova sophomore, St. Agnes senior win fan vote for player of the week
Cordova sophomore K.J. Tenner and St. Agnes senior Skylyn Weisenborn are this week’s high school basketball players of the week.
Conaway: Christmas time, different and the same every time
“Whatever your faith, whether you believe this is a time of anticipation and arrival, or of reflection or celebration, or of renewal or recognition — or all of those — I believe it’s a time to look inside to places only you can visit, to look at the paths traveled and at those who’ve shared the journey then and now, and to know, truly know, you are not alone.”
Metro
Blackburn, Taylor use new crime data to continue feud with DA Mulroy
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and state Sen. Brent Taylor want more information about Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy following a recent report from a local court-watch group.
Elections Germantown Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson to seek reelection
Public Safety Cause of inmate’s death at 201 Poplar released
Midtown Incident with visitor leads to damage at Memphis Zoo bonobo exhibit
Metro Memphis bishop to resign, but timetable unclear
Business
Food Files: Yemeni coffee shop to open in Memphis, franchise to follow
Something new is in full swing at Southaven’s Silo Square and a freshly opened sports bar is hosting themed nights, including karaoke, pool and dart tournaments and bingo.
Premium Real Estate East Memphis momentum spawns new mixed-use development along South White Station Road
Premium Real Estate New Cook Out coming to old Back Yard Burgers, with headquarter plans in the works
Business U of M marks launch of $90M upgrade of business school — with sledgehammers
Premium Real Estate Inked: So long Smart Mart, ICE in East Memphis and a deal Downtown
Sports
Grizzlies snap losing streak with Dallas road rout
Cam Spencer scored 25 points off the bench on 9-of-16 shooting, including 4 of 9 from 3-point range. Spencer led a balanced attack, with eight Grizzlies scoring in double figures.Related content:
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Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: The Tigers are in a world of hurt. Is there a path out of the pit?
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Food
Recipe Exchange: Good Fortune Co.’s Tan Tan Noodles
Tan Tan noodles are extremely versatile as they can be made as a vegan or vegetarian dish.
Premium North Mississippi On the rocks: State system delays leave DeSoto liquor stores running dry
Suburbs
Germantown Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson to seek reelection
Gibson has been on the board for 12 years and was chosen as vice mayor for a ninth time in December.
Premium Germantown Bailey: Salvaggio’s announcement sets stage for eventful election year in Germantown
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Brooks Museum honors Memphis College of Art’s ‘enduring legacy’
“All the teachers were fine artists and loved to teach,” said Murray Riss, who established the photography department at Memphis College of Art.
Premium Arts & Culture James Lawson autobiography traces path of Civil Rights icon through Memphis and beyond
Opinion
Herrington: Everyone has an NBA anti-tanking proposal. Here’s mine.
The Grizzlies are “tanking” in what may be the last season where that’s possible. Changes are coming. Here’s an idea for what the new system should be.Related content:
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Tulips and a steamy show
This weekend isn’t for wallflowers.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: In med school, students can do no harm to first patient
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Botanic bloom
This jigsaw puzzle is from the Memphis Botanic Garden’s Bloom event and was provided by the botanic garden.