Collierville High moves to remote learning
The decision comes eight days after the board did not vote to implement universal masking in schools despite Superintendent Gary Lilly’s concerns about staffing issues.
Memphis police chief’s gun stolen in car break-in
Police Chief C.J. Davis reported a duty weapon assigned to her was stolen from a vehicle parked outside a Cordova business.
Hardaway: Memphis tried to schedule game with Colorado State
An additional opponent ideally would fit in a gap in mid-February.
Final public meeting on proposed Summer Avenue improvements held
The 5.5 mile section on the main thoroughfare may soon become a “complete” or multimodal street that is safer for everyone, including drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists. The improvements may also attract new businesses and people to the area.
Herrington: Grizzlies-Warriors a Hollywood-style reboot worthy of original
Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, once the upstarts, come to town to meet (again) the brash upstarts of Morant, Jackson and Bane.
James Wiseman’s jersey retired at East, site of his greatest Memphis moments
Wiseman was honored with Golden State Warriors teammates and former Memphis Tigers teammates in attendance.
Half of county is COVID vaxxed, only 17% have booster shot
Shelby County Health Department director Dr. Michelle Taylor also complained about employers requiring a test for workers who have quarantined for the recommended five days to return to work after initially testing positive for COVID.
As criminal investigation continues, Ford challenges journalists, commission chair
Edmund Ford Jr. said he was “sort of offended” after an executive from The Commercial Appeal complained to the commission over Ford’s treatment of a reporter.
Calkins: He’s in! Spook Murphy first Tiger in College Football Hall of Fame
Three decades after he was first nominated, former University of Memphis coach Billy “Spook” Murphy is elected to the College Football Hall of Fame.
Suspects in Phil Trenary homicide back in court Feb. 18
Both defendants in the homicide have remained in jail without bond since their 2018 arrests.
Germantown makes it official: Huisman named city administrator
Germantown leaders officially confirmed Jason Huisman as the suburb’s city administrator Monday evening. He replaces longtime leader Patrick Lawton.
Huisman’s path home started with Ole Miss baseball, took short stop in minors
Jason Huisman was on a path for success in professional baseball, but a phone call in 2010 changed the trajectory of his career.
Ja Morant repeats as Western Conference Player of the Week
Ja Morant is the first player this season to earn the honor in consecutive weeks.
Omicron hits home for Gibson’s GM, family, workers
“Oh, Omicron, when are you gonna be gone?” That’s Britton DeWeese’s question as he sits at home, recovered but with a sick family and a work staff continuing to test positive.
Bluff City Biz: Downtown investment, Mid-South innovation with Greater Memphis Chamber CMO
“There’s demand, and we couldn’t have a stronger signal for investors that this is the place to invest,” said Apryl Childs-Potter, chief marketing officer with the Greater Memphis Chamber.
901 FC re-signs another key component of 2021 playoff team
Laurent Kissiedou scored four goals and assisted on five last season.
Duke football snags Memphis’ offensive coordinator
Kevin Johns joins the Blue Devils in the same capacity after three seasons in Memphis.
Grizzlies Insider: A massive week ahead for the surging Memphis Grizzlies
It’s a new era of Grizzlies, with the same Memphis vs. Everybody attitude.
How former Tigers did in the NFL: Week 18
Four former Tigers set season highs this week, and two kickers were perfect.
County Commission approves corrections officer pay raises
The money will mean raises of up to 20% for guards working at prisons run by the county administration.
Shelby County lawmakers set priorities for the 2022 session
Residency requirements, reckless driving and Germantown’s namesake schools are among the issues lawmakers plan to address at the upcoming General Assembly session. School funding reform might have to wait until next year.
Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 6
Standouts from Arlington, Fayette Academy, Lausanne, MHEA and St. George’s up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 13.
Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 6
Standouts from East, Hillcrest, MUS, Southwind and St. Benedict up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 13.
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.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense stifles Troy in decisive victory
Memphis Tigers Football Box score: Memphis 28, Troy 7
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
Cooper-Young Fest, Pride Fest (again) and the co-creator of the Ninja Turtles
This week, Southaven launches its hummingbird fest, the Halloran Centre celebrates 10 years and Beale Street throws a 100th birthday party for B.B. King.
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.