Morant scores 35, but short-handed Grizzlies drop one to Mavericks

The Mavericks took advantage of the Grizzlies’ depleted roster, slowing the pace and taking away points in the paint.

By Drew Hill January 23, 2022

Calkins: Hardaway and the Tigers get a win they needed — and deserved

The Memphis Tigers ended a tumultuous week by beating Tulsa. It was a win the Tigers desperately needed — and richly deserved.

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These underrated moves and moments helped Memphis overcome a huge deficit against the Golden Hurricane.

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Harris, Minott lead dramatic comeback win vs. Tulsa

The Tigers triumph at Tulsa for the first time since 2012, and get some key defense at the end to seal it.

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By Steven Johnson January 23, 2022

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Charlotte linebacker transfer joins Memphis

Tyler Murray logged a combined 184 tackles and six interceptions while spending two seasons each at Troy and Charlotte.

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New voucher proposal targets districts that hold virtual learning

The debate over whether to use tax dollars to send children to private schools has reared its head.

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Legislators draw partisan lines over voting rights and filibuster

The two key votes of the week in Washington D.C. were in the Senate. But the discussion among the city’s representatives in Washington included both U.S. House members who represent Memphis.

By Bill Dries January 23, 2022

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Briarcrest assistant coach Pete Story dies

The veteran coach, who was part of a Final Four program at Mississippi State, had been at Briarcrest for the past two seasons.

By John Varlas January 22, 2022

Health Care

New UTHSC chancellor ready to immerse in ‘uniqueness’ of Memphis

Dr. Peter Buckley joins the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center from Virginia Commonwealth University.

By Christin Yates January 23, 2022

Business

Tax breaks helped lure Walmart fulfillment center to Olive Branch

The company signed on for the Advantage Jobs rebate program offered by the state of Mississippi, and Olive Branch officials expect to offer a tax incentive, too.

By Toni Lepeska January 23, 2022

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On The Record podcast debuts

The podcast debut sets the stage for the interviews that are an integral part of The Daily Memphian’s coverage of politics and government.

By Bill Dries January 23, 2022

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The Station is headed back to the City of Memphis’ Alcohol Commission at 9 a.m. this morning, and the would-be liquor store hopes it’ll be granted a license.

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While it’s probably unwise to base anything off one particular game, the magnitude of the loss to Louisville should cause any Memphis fan to wonder what should be taken from it.

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