Grizzlies win battle of depth against Mavericks
The Grizzlies took care of business against the banged-up Mavericks to win their fourth straight.
Box Score: Grizzlies 97, Mavericks 90
Dec. 4, 2021: The Grizzlies defeat the Mavericks at American Airlines Center in Dallas.
‘All united to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’
Seventeen thousand runners, including cancer survivors and some running in memory of loved ones, were part of the throng trotting through Downtown and Midtown streets.
Calkins: A schism! Jealousy! The Memphis Tigers are coming apart
Penny Hardaway blames a schism in the locker room for the Tigers’ third straight loss. But is that the result of how he is coaching the team?
Tigers lose third straight in sloppy game against Ole Miss
The Tigers went with another lineup change, but poor free-throw shooting and more turnovers sank their efforts.
Josh Minott might be the key to solving Tigers’ locker room issues
If the University of Memphis basketball team is hoping not to self-destruct, more players need a mindset similar to that of freshman Josh Minott.
Box score: Ole Miss 67, Memphis 63
Dec. 4, 2021: University of Mississippi defeats University of Memphis in Oxford, Mississippi.
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
All but one of this week’s best photos feature faces, and we think they’re pretty terrific. Cast a vote for your favorite.
Funding for South Memphis projects takes big step forward
Neighborhoods that would receive the tax-increment financing would include Soulsville/South Bellevue, South Third/Gaston Park area, French Fort, South City and South Main/South End.
Friday prep report: Northpoint, MAHS split a doubleheader
Brylee Faith Cherry and Geoffrey Shaw lead their respective squads to impressive victories on Friday. Plus, check out roundups of other games and box scores.
DeSoto County Schools adding classrooms to address continued growth
Continued growth in DeSoto County means a need for increased classrooms and cafeteria space in the North Mississippi district.
Big River Park plans halfway to $5M goal for land purchase
A leader of the Big River Park Conservancy and the CEO of Ducks Unlimited talk on Behind The Headlines about plans for the flood plain across the Mississippi River from Memphis that include restoring farm land to hardwood forests and native grasses.
Memphis sons of immigrants, refugees win state soccer cup
Team of teens from Memphis neighborhoods counter “pay-to-play” youth sports machine with Play Where You Stay.
Revised Lakeland Park project moves closer to meeting city’s regulations
The newest plans for the nearly 100-acre development include a three-story senior living facility; as well as walking trails, ponds, and tree preservation areas.
Metro
Westwood teetered on the edge of closure for years. Will a middle school merger save it?
Chickasaw Middle could close at the end of the school year, one of five closures MSCS officials have proposed. The students would move to the Westwood High campus, making it a school for sixth-12th graders.
Elections More than 70 would-be candidates get petitions for 2026 elections
Education Who’s running in the 2026 Memphis school board election?
Premium Public Safety What do Memphians think about Memphis Safe Task Force?
Public Safety Another inmate dies at 201 Poplar
Business
Chicago agriculture processor closes part of Memphis facility, lays off 95
The partial closing is due to a new cottonseed oil joint venture between Chicago-based Archer Daniels Midland and Pine Bluff, Arkansas-based Planters Cotton Oil Mill Inc.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: Why does Memphis require liquor stores to be 1,500 feet away from a church or school?
Premium Business From worry to relief: Stanton neighbors welcome Ford’s gas truck pivot — and the promise it brings
Transportation & Logistics FedEx reports strong 2nd quarter
Sports
Grizzlies notebook: Coward’s comp, Aldama’s spot and the injury crown
Grizzlies fans have compared Cedric Coward to Clippers wing Kawhi Leonard, but does the Memphis rookie have a better player comparison in Oklahoma City?
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What we know about Tigers as they head into American Conference play
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies 25: O.J. Mayo rained jumpers for four drama-filled Memphis seasons
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Is Memphis’ momentum already gone?
Memphis Grizzlies GG Jackson reemerges for Grizzlies in Utah road win
Food
$15 Deal: Libro’s 1/2 pasta portions
Three things always keep food writer Erica Horton from eating at Libro. But not this time.
Premium Food Paulette’s welcomes new chef to honor original vision — with a modern twist
Suburbs
DeSoto author debuts ‘Duck and Bubba’ book based on family bonds
A local author who has concentrated on writing about Alzheimer’s disease has pivoted to a 12-book series on youths who gain superpowers.
Premium Elections With term limits looming, most suburban incumbents still all-in for 2026 races
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: What Memphis arts and culture looked like in 2025
From arts shows, concerts, to theater productions and beyond, the Memphis art scene blossomed in 2025. Here’s a recap of some of our top arts and culture moments. And some staff favorites.
Premium Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Song Sung Blue,’ ‘Marty Supreme’
Opinion
Opinion: Why the Shelby County Clerk’s Office deserves our attention
“At its best, the Clerk’s Office is where the government meets everyday life, where efficiency, fairness and accountability translate directly into better public service.”
Premium Otis Sanford Opinion: Increasing voter turnout is laudable. Feagins’ mayoral candidacy is not.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Collierville looks to its future
A new strategic plan should take Collierville into 2050, but what that will look like — and what it will mean for the town — is still up in the air.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: Is Memphis’ momentum already gone?
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 24
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