Morant, Bane lead Grizzlies in big win over Nets
The depleted Grizzlies were able to thwart another of the league’s elite, outrebounding the Nets 62-33.Related story:
Ja Morant wins NBA Western Conference Player of the Week
Ja Morant won his first NBA Player of the Week honor after scoring 30-plus points in three Grizzlies wins last week.
Rhodes College to start classes remotely
Rhodes College is altering its plans for the spring semester after consultation with medical experts. The college will keep its Jan. 12 start date for the semester, but classes will begin remotely before transitioning to in-person classes Jan. 31.
Number of new COVID cases reported drops to below 600
The 7-day average of new COVID-19 cases per day is 1,909.
Group files lawsuit over Tom Lee Park redesign
The plaintiffs, known collectively as “Tom Lee Park for All,” claim the park’s $61-million redesign violated a mediation agreement with Memphis in May.
Design Review Board to consider eye-popping Downtown mural
At a meeting Wednesday, Jan. 5, local artists’ colorful image for the Hyatt Centric — on a concrete wall facing the intersection of Beale and Wagner streets — will be considered.
Emoni Bates still day to day with finger injury
Penny Hardaway said he’d be open to facing former Memphis coach John Calipari and Kentucky as a makeup game.
How former Tigers did in the NFL: Week 17
Genard Avery recorded his first sack of the season.
Legislature to tackle Germantown namesake schools
State Rep. Mark White confirmed he’ll file another bill in the upcoming legislative session that could determine who controls Germantown Elementary, Germantown Middle School and Germantown High. The bill could also affect Lucy Elementary in Millington.
BankTennessee names new president
Wright Cox has taken over as the new president of BankTennessee, replacing Jim Rout who retired from the position on Friday.
Scouting report: Can Tigers get over the Tulsa hump?
No team other than Houston has given Memphis more trouble than the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in the AAC.
Memphis defensive back enters transfer portal
Devonte Nelson played in four games last season but didn’t see any playing time this year.
Grizzlies Insider: When healthy, can Grizzlies find the right balance?
The Grizzlies are still searching for the right balance with Ja Morant and Dillon Brooks available. They should be reunited soon.
Whitehaven hotel could become mixed-use facility
The hope is for the potential mixed-use facility with multi-family units to provide “needed housing opportunities” for people who work in the area.
FDA expands Pfizer boosters for more teens as Omicron surges
About 13.5 million 12- to 17-year-olds — just over half that age group — have received two Pfizer shots, according to the CDC.
Collierville Schools keeping masks optional for students
Collierville’s Board of Education met in a special called meeting Sunday night. Staffing schools is a concern due to the number of employees who’ve positive for COVID or come in close contact with someone who has coronavirus.
Math instructor is DeSoto County Teacher of the Year
‘We are honored to have her at DeSoto Central Middle School,’ Principal Bryon Williams said of Rachel Jenne.
Bluff City Biz: Area’s biggest business story of 2021
In September, during a formal announcement at Shelby Farms Park, Tenn. Gov. Bill Lee referred to Ford’s decision as the “single-largest investment in Tennessee history.”
Vote for high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 5
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville and Covington up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 6.
Vote for high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 5
Standouts from Briarcrest, CBHS, Germantown, Lausanne and Overton up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 6.
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
Mississippi State sweeps past Alcorn State
The Mississippi State offense was efficient all game. Blake Shapen threw a touchdown pass to Jordan Mosley on the first play of the game and it was all Bulldogs from there.
Sports One-yard touchdown run in OT gives Georgia win at Tennessee
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: Memphis football handles business. Now comes the chance to make noise.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
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
A weekend of creators, comics and cosplay
Vendors selling all kinds of collectibles also make up a huge part of the Memphis Comic Expo, with everything from vintage toys, posters, books and gaming cards to statues.
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.