Calkins: Emoni Bates ends the drama — and begins the dreams
Emoni Bates put an end to a crazy day of recruiting by announcing he’ll be attending the University of Memphis. Could one kid possibly be worth such drama? In a word: Yes.
Emoni Bates put an end to a crazy day of recruiting by announcing he’ll be attending the University of Memphis. Could one kid possibly be worth such drama? In a word: Yes.
In what could be dubbed “The Summer of Hardaway,” Memphis coach Penny Hardaway has once again landed one of his top targets with the commitment of Bates.
He’s a gifted scorer and a wing, but he also might be a potential answer at point guard.
Kyle Murphy sets single-season goal record with his 11th.
You probably won’t get a serious case, but Delta is a much different foe, doctors say.
Germantown aldermen met to discuss consolidation efforts, and Mayor Mike Palazzolo made his stance clear on the discussion.
Collierville did not approve a change in zoning for developers seeking to build a 103-unit independent living facility for seniors.
The two complaints were over a 2020 contract for a $1 million marketing campaign to urge Shelby Countians to wear masks.
The U of M has plans for new student-athlete housing, an academic “success center” and a new track and soccer stadium, among other facilities.
Rudd says the COVID vaccine should be added to the list that the state requires on all college campuses.
“After some of the initial (COVID) restrictions were relaxed in the early spring, we started to see some behavior Downtown that was not what we were used to,” said commission president Paul Young.
The university faced a $55 million shortfall last year; it now expects to be $75 million to $80 million to the good.
A Florida-based developer wanting to build a 92-unit multifamily apartment complex in the University District is one step closer to doing so.
Lewisburg Middle School in DeSoto County will transition to virtual learning Thursday, Aug. 26, after a recommendation from the Mississippi State Department of Health.
This virtual school discussion comes as the Delta variant’s rise led to the latest COVID-19 surge throughout Shelby County with pediatric cases increasing compared to previous surges in the pandemic.
The suburb’s Board of Education approved a bid Tuesday night from Grinder, Taber & Grinder to complete some of the Houston High softball facilities.
There are 8,742 active cases reported in Shelby County.
McDermott appeared in 18 games for Memphis, averaging 2.2 points per contest.
The 2022 NBA draft could be a big day for Penny Hardaway’s group.
Jaren Jackson Jr. could play this season without an extension in place to prove he is worth a max deal.
Developing good timing and chemistry with a quarterback and his receivers is invaluable.
We’re talking about masks, because what else? Really, though, wearing them properly could be what keeps our restaurants open. But is it enough to keep our kids safe?
Current zoning allows for 60 dwelling units per acre, and 18 Main’s development plans call for 133 dwelling units per acre.
Attorneys for RowVaughn Wells, Tyre Nichols’ mother, said that the city “misused” the court docket and is attempting “to poison the jury pool” in a case set for trial next year.
The 60-year-old building on the corner of White Station Road and Park Avenue, known for its circular architecture and stone-stacked exterior, will be destroyed to make way for a Bojangles. Some locals say it’s “tragic.”
With more options comes more decisions, and 14 games in the Grizzlies don’t seem quite settled.
Beale Street would not be what it is today without Rum Boogie Cafe owner, and former CPA, Preston Lamm. But today, he will turn over the keys to the club’s new owner.
Daniel Chatham was elected in 2022. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is responsible for appointing an individual to finish the unexpired term.
Beale Street would not be what it is today without Rum Boogie Cafe owner, and former CPA, Preston Lamm. But today, he will turn over the keys to the club’s new owner.
A Florida woman claimed to have more than 10 years of experience in grant writing. In reality, her last known employment was at a Krystal, and she was on probation for stealing cash deposits from it.
Leaders of the three separate initiatives joined Eric Barnes to talk about their programs this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from freelance photojournalist Brad Vest taken for The Daily Memphian at John Mark Enterprises in Germantown.