Grizzlies set franchise record with ninth straight win
The Grizzlies made the Lakers their latest victim, and Ja Morant created one of the top highlights of his young career.
Tyler Harris’ clutch play lifts Memphis to win over Cincinnati
Behind Harris and a resurgent Emoni Bates, the Tigers won their third straight AAC game. Calkins: Tyler Harris, the littlest Tiger, delivers the biggest win This version of the Tigers is much different than December’sRelated stories:
Calkins: Tyler Harris, the littlest Tiger, delivers the biggest win
Penny Hardaway said point guard Tyler Harris “will put daggers in people.” On Sunday, Harris put three daggers in the Cincinnati Bearcats to give Memphis a heart-stopping win. Tyler Harris’ clutch play lifts Memphis to win over Cincinnati This version of the Tigers is much different than December’sRelated stories:
Box score: Memphis 87, Cincinnati 80
Jan. 9, 2022: The University of Memphis Tigers defeat the Cincinnati Bearcats at FedExForum. Tyler Harris’ clutch play lifts Memphis to win over Cincinnati Calkins: Tyler Harris, the littlest Tiger, delivers the biggest win This version of the Tigers is much different than December’sRelated stories:
This version of the Tigers is much different from December’s
The University of Memphis basketball team is undefeated so far in January. As Josh Minott put it: “The word of the day is unity.”
Herrington: How should the Grizzlies approach the trade market?
The Grizzlies are in the first season of a competitive window, one they hope will be open for a while and open even wider in the near future. The focus is no longer on “the future.” But it’s not just on the present season either. It’s on an extended moment.
Box score: Grizzlies 127, Lakers 119
Jan. 9, 2022: The Grizzlies defeat the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Dillon Brooks reportedly to miss 3-5 weeks with ankle injury
Brooks, who was injured Saturday against the Clippers, is a critical piece to the Grizzlies’ defense.
Federal ARPA funds for past-due mortgage payments coming from state
The Tennessee Housing Development Agency begins taking applications online Monday, Jan. 10, for $168 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding for those behind on their mortgage payments specifically because of the pandemic.
Former Marine Corps training center will provide housing to veterans in need
“Getting this property was a godsend because it came at just the time when we needed it,” said Alpha Omega Veterans Services Executive Director Cordell Walker. The nonprofit acquired the former Marine Corps Reserve Center at 3114 Jackson Ave. through a federal grant process.
Local doctors urge expecting mothers to get vaccinated
Vaccination rates remain low for pregnant women, especially within Hispanic and African American populations. So medical professionals have launched a campaign to change that.
Alderman’s wife wants to resurrect crime watch in Horn Lake
The DeSoto County town was identified in 2021 as the third-safest city in Mississippi by Safewise.com, and citizens want to keep it safe.
Memphis asked for help with speeders; state reminds MPD of overlooked — and unused — money
With local motorists driving ‘as if they are in video games,’ city and state law enforcement are at odds over who bears more responsibility for enforcing highway speeding laws.
City Council Scorecard: The five most critical decisions of 2021
The top five votes by the Memphis City Council include what happened after a crude oil pipeline plan was withdrawn and the council’s do-over on the work toward a possible MLGW split from TVA.
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.