Desmond Bane leads Grizzlies in win over Kings
Bane had 28 points to lead all scorers as the Grizzlies ended their three-game losing streak.
Box score: Grizzlies 127, Kings 102
Dec. 26, 2021: The Grizzlies defeat the Kings at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.
Mississippi St.'s passing attack a huge challenge for Texas Tech
Slowing SEC yardage leader Will Rogers will be a top priority for Texas Tech’s defense in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. And watch for a former Whitehaven High star wearing a Red Raiders uniform.
Memphis Americans win debut at Landers Center
In the debut of the National Indoor Soccer League, the Americans men’s and women’s teams each posted convincing victories over the Columbus (Georiga) Rapids at the Landers Center in Southaven.
Memphis AD confirms 11 of full Tigers basketball roster vaccinated
In a letter to Tigers fans addressing a number of topics, Laird Veatch says redshirts and injured players are among the vaccinated.
Megasite infrastructure costs top $274 million
Before lawmakers approved $138 million in October, costs had already risen from $60 million to $136 million. On Dec. 20, with no discussion, the State Building Commission approved a budget revision to $274 million.
The extraordinary, ordinary life of Minda Cox
Minda Cox was born in a village in India 33 years ago and adopted 22 months later by a nurse from America. She was born without legs and arms, an extremely rare birth defect known as congenital amputation.
‘I want my books to show children ... their voices do matter’
Shelby County Schools library media specialist Alice Faye Duncan examines two critical points in both Tennessee and American history in her newest books “Evicted,” and “Opal Lee and What it Means to be Free.”
Sequin mural lights up Downtown thoroughfare
The piece, entitled “Subterranean River,” stretches 161 feet and 80 feet on each side, featuring symbols that portray the Mississippi River as a passage for commerce. LED lights shine on the shimmering sequins to mimic the movement of water.
Selfie museum opens in the South Main Arts District
Lucky Fox Studios, a selfie museum, makes its way to the South Main Arts District.
Meeman-Shelby Forest offering free New Year’s Day hikes
The Millington park is one of dozens across Tennessee offering free Jan. 1 events to help residents start the year off exercising.
Grizzlies place three players in health and safety protocols
The Grizzlies will be without their best backcourt defenders against Sacramento on Sunday, Dec. 26.
Metro
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.
Public Safety New federal charges target Ghost Mob again
State Government Millington native’s return to US attorney seat clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Germantown Hundreds gather in Germantown park to honor Charlie Kirk
Business
Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
The Daily Memphian will host a seminar Thursday, Sept. 18, at Memphis Botanic Garden where four small business owners will discuss the road to small business ownership.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Caribbean restaurant launches vegan spin-off
Health Care St. Jude announces a second Advanced Research Center
Premium Business With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
Sports
Martin: Memphis football handles business. Now comes the chance to make noise.
Athlon Sports wrote a story recently that proclaimed The American is having a moment. Well, now it’s the Tigers’ turn to have theirs.
Sports Backup QB shines in surprise start as Ole Miss outlasts Arkansas 41-35
Sports One-yard touchdown run in OT gives Georgia win at Tennessee
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
Food
Table Talk: Flying Saucer makes it right
There are two things never to joke about on the restaurant scene: stellar service and tater tots.
Suburbs
New game plan: Germantown will not pursue outdoor sports complex
Both proposals submitted to Germantown were different than the suburb’s vision for an outdoor sports complex.
Arts & Culture
A weekend of creators, comics and cosplay
Vendors selling all kinds of collectibles also make up a huge part of the Memphis Comic Expo, with everything from vintage toys, posters, books and gaming cards to statues.
Opinion
Conaway: Drained at Sassy Bass, beached at Tommy Bahama: The Great Walmart Heist
“I swear if we were still having children, or my kids were to have another grandchild, I’d lobby for the name iBank, boy or girl. That’s probably going to be the name of my next dog.”
Podcasts
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.