MATA to offer ‘curb-to-curb’ service in 3 areas
Memphis Area Transit Authority will offer pick-up and drop-off service to addresses in Boxtown, Whitehaven and Westwood.
Jaren Jackson Jr. out, Jonas Valanciunas questionable Sunday
Jaren Jackson Jr. will rest his knee following his first two games of the season.
CHF House takes in first long-term family in need
The Watts became a St. Jude family in 2018 when their daughter, now 4 years old, was diagnosed with brain cancer.
Report: Grizzlies sign Tim Frazier for remainder of season
The 10-year veteran had been on a 10-day contract. He will finish the last 14 games with Memphis, plus the playoffs.
Coronavirus: No deaths, but 168 new COVID-19 cases
Overall, the Health Department has reported 94,584 total coronavirus cases and 1,610 deaths, classifying 91,244 cases as inactive/recovered.
Planning Commission delays Germantown Country Club vote
Spence Ray’s proposal for Glasgow, the residential subdivision of the former Germantown Country Club, will not seek Planning Commission approval until June.
Calkins: Robert Pera, Marc Gasol and sections 103 & 104 fans help FedExForum usher get a new kidney
Grizzlies owner Robert Pera contributed $10,000 to a GoFundMe for LaVelt Hill, a longtime usher at FedExForum who needs a kidney transplant. The fundraiser is a tribute to Hill and the team’s extended family.
Friday prep report: Northpoint extends winning streak to 13
James Smith has a big day at the plate as Trojans outlast Southaven.
Analysis: What will the Tigers lineups look like?
Finding the right combination is key to unlocking the Tigers’ vast potential next season.
Talks start over new voting system compromise
On The Daily Memphian Politics Podcast, Election Commission Chairman Brent Taylor talks about new discussions with county commissioners two months after the Election Commission voted to go to court in the simmering dispute.
Morant outduels Lillard as Grizzlies, Blazers bring playoff intensity
Jaren Jackson Jr. gets more minutes, scores 23 points.Related story:
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
Little steps make a difference, whether it’s ridding the world of pesky insects or spreading kindness one doughnut at a time. Check out these pictures of optimistic activism.
Metro
MLK Day of Service inspires volunteers to pitch in and make Memphis better
Chilly weather didn’t deter workers around the city, including a team at T.O. Fuller Park, which also holds a place in civil rights history.
Premium Education Thousands more applied for Tennessee vouchers. What does that mean for Shelby County?
Shelby County After inmate deaths, Harris says Shelby County Jail needs real reform, not rhetoric
State Government ‘We’re sending a very strong message': TN Republicans unveil sweeping immigration legislation
Education Memphis parents say district shouldn’t close school with strong academic growth, low enrollment
Business
Downtown Crazy Coop closes, takes planned French restaurant down with it
Fleur was meant to be a French/American Southern fusion restaurant located in the former Fancy’s Fish House space in One Beale.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Cat cafe comes to Southaven, Gibson’s and Carrington Oaks Coffeehouse Collierville reopen
Premium Real Estate Pottery Barn packs up for Southaven, leaving Memphis behind
Premium Financial Services First Horizon outperforms forecasts with robust fourth quarter results
Premium Business The next Blockbuster? Local GameStop locations to close — part of 400+ nationwide
Sports
What to watch when Memphis takes on UTSA
The Tigers should look to enforce their will against a Roadrunners team on a 10-game losing streak.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Will Ja Morant play in London? Grizzlies coach says ‘good chance’
Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant likely to play Sunday in London
Spirit of Memphis Tigers honoring two Memphians who have left their mark on the city
Sports New Memphis indoor football team ain’t nothing but Hound Dogs
Food
Table Talk: Smoke signals and mixed messages
A case of too many festivals and not enough unity.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Dirty rice bowl at Uncle Red’s Turkey Legs
Suburbs
Lakeland earmarks land for new veterans center
Lakeland commissioners have approved the city negotiating with a veterans group to locate a new center south of the Interstate 40 and Canada Road interchange.
Premium Elections Wanda Chism will not seek reelection to Collierville school board
Arts & Culture
Memphis lands $74M in state money for Beale Street
DMC CEO Chandell Ryan said the city sought the state money with Beale Street in mind — in part to send a signal to the private sector that Beale Street, and the area around it, is worthy of further investment.
Premium The To-Do List Former Vice President Harris is here; plus, ways to serve on MLK Day
Opinion
Calkins: Sally Jones Heinz — ‘the face of MIFA’ — to step down
Sally Jones Heinz is retiring as executive director of MIFA. “There isn’t an organization like this anywhere in the country,” she said. “It’s the best.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Our Afghan neighbors should be welcomed, not detained
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A weekend to give back, and dance
January hits hard this weekend, but there’s still stuff to do, especially if you’re ready to be put to work.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Brantley Ellzey on the intensity and relief he finds in his new art exhibit
Games
Sudoku: Jan. 16
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