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.
A mom sues Shelby County over her son’s jail death, the Chelsea Greenline is finally moving along and Japan comes to Germantown.
Memphis is now one of six cities nationwide that is home to two public universities with the Carnegie R1 designation.
Ja Morant came through for the Grizzlies when they needed him the most, and Memphis danced past the Phoenix Suns in overtime. Related content:
Though Lucchesi’s used to sell its products in grocery stores, a USDA rule change several years ago forced the company to pull its casseroles from stores. But now they are back with a full line, new partners and plans for growth.
Germantown hasn’t had a large bookstore since 2011, when Borders closed in the Carrefour shopping center.
From Buffalo nickels that cost a dollar to a penny that costs nearly $60,000, the Memphis Coin Club’s annual show had it all.
“These people have no idea I’m writing about them. But they are using what they have in time, money, energy and ideas to bless the rest of us.”
“... They are not committing any other crime,” Worth Morgan said. “But they are being exploited and they are taking a job away from somebody here in Memphis that would want that job.”
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