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
Voting-rights bill passes Tennessee Senate committee
SB0336, sponsored by state Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, would remove the requirements for persons convicted of certain felonies to have fully paid all court costs associated with their crime to be eligible to vote.
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Metro Tennessee Valley Authority appoints a new CEO
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Business
FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
The company is closing a site in Lebanon, Tennessee, as it is ceasing service to a key customer.
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
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Sports
Memphis falls to Mississippi State for its ninth consecutive loss
The Tigers jumped out to a three-run lead but couldn’t respond after Mississippi State scored five unanswered runs.
Memphis Grizzlies Box Score: Warriors 134, Grizzlies 125
Memphis Grizzlies Curry hits 12 3-pointers, scores 52 as Warriors defeat Grizzlies 134-125
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Memphis played better, which is why loss to Warriors stings
Food
Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
The owner of a popular Memphis wing restaurant chain has been indicted for theft and tax fraud, local court records show.
Suburbs
Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
Arts & Culture
‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: April 1
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.