‘We overlooked them:’ Gut check for Memphis in ugly exhibition win over CBU
Head coach Penny Hardaway’s squad went 2-19 from deep. And, while Kendric Davis finished with 22 points, no other Tiger ended the evening with more than 12.
Calkins: Kendric Davis leads cold-shooting Tigers to victory. (Get used to that headline, fans)
The Tigers shot just 2 of 19 from deep against Christian Brothers Sunday. That’s the bad news. The good news? They have Kendric Davis. And that may be enough.
Bronny James, Ashton Hardaway offer hopeful Memphis fans a glimpse of future
Bronny James and Ashton Hardaway, sons of NBA star LeBron James and University of Memphis coach Penny Hardaway, respectively, laid it all on the court at the Mid-South Basketball Classic.
Calkins: Memphis football avoided humiliation. Is that really enough?
Memphis fought back to lose by 10 to Tulane Saturday. Yes, it was gallant. But is it all Tiger fans can expect?
Memphis lands commitment from 2023 4-star wing Carl Cherenfant
Carl Cherenfant — a 6-foot-5 four-star small wing — announced his commitment to the Tigers on Sunday, Oct. 23, at Florida’s Calvary Christian Academy.
Echols: Memories of childhood mysteries better left undisturbed
The Enchanted Forest, Adventure River, The Wonder Bread factory and all the things that “brought me memories filled with laughter and delight.”
Floyd Bonner Jr. to announce run for Memphis mayor
Bonner’s announcement follows several months of consideration on the heels of his easy second term win in the August county general election.
Interactive Bartlett mural offers wings of hope
“It’s something I hope will bring some more opportunities for the church, for people to be interested to come here,” Bartlett artist Craig Thompson said.
Dallas Mavericks score 137 in win over Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies played a clunker on Saturday in Dallas. Luka Doncic scored 32 points in a dominant 137-96 Dallas win. Related story:
Former Tiger Earl Barron the latest to join coaching ranks
Barron scored over 1,000 points in his career at Memphis and won an NBA title with the Miami Heat.
Tigers fail to rally after a rough start at No. 25 Tulane
The Memphis Tigers fall behind by 35 and lose their third straight game. Special teams mistakes have been an eyesore during Tigers' three-game skidRelated stories:
Late goal sends 901 FC into conference semifinals
Pirmann: Fans helped team get over the finish line in first playoff victory in club history.
Garner: School board races should remain nonpartisan
Adding national issues into local campaigns and pushing a national agenda that appeals to emotions and cultural hot-button issues of the day makes elections both inflammatory and divisive to the community.
Gripped by drought, drenched by rain, Mississippi basin sees climate extremes
Drought is affecting the region even as climate change-induced increases in rainfall amount and intensity have been documented.
Movers & Shakers
Gill Family Law and RBG Wealth Advisors announce a promotion and new additions.
Hutchinson: Buyer beware when shopping for cars online
If you’re buying it from an online-only dealer, be sure you understand the return and refund policy and that the dealer’s reputation indicates it will stand behind the policy.
‘It’s a great day for justice’: Last of the Memphis Starbucks 7 return to work
The last of the Memphis Starbucks 7 has been reinstated at the location on Poplar Avenue and Prescott Street, but the group still seeks reinstatement for all other union-seeking Starbucks employees across the United States.
Southwest’s first chief of staff and chief strategy officer begins tenure
With the roles, Jacqueline Taylor will be responsible for helping with vision planning for the college and implementing the new strategic plan that Southwest approved recently.
Metro
Judge recuses himself in Tyré Nichols case
A federal judge has recused himself in the case of the five former Memphis police officers charged in the 2023 death of Tyré Nichols.
Metro YMCA locations reopen under precautionary protocols
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Jail is full of mildew, and Morant splits with Miller
Premium Public Safety ‘Leaks, rust, mildew’ — Study highlights 201 Poplar conditions, suggests new locations
Business
Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
“I think one of our first orders of business is just super capitalizing on the word ‘innovation,’” said the Greater Memphis Chamber’s new executive director of the Greater Memphis Workforce Development Board.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Real Estate Inked: Former Germantown coffee spot becomes salon
Business Greater Memphis Chamber finalist in national competition
Sports
Redbirds recap: Memphis sweeps two games in Georgia
The Redbirds picked up where they left off from Thursday’s rain delay to win 8-3. Curtis Taylor then pitched his first career complete game, which the Birds won 8-1.
Premium Golf TPC Southwind upgrades ‘make a good golf course better’
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Can the Grizzlies strike gold on the low-cost free agent market?
Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant no longer represented by Mike Miller’s agency
Food
Table Talk: Primas Bakery’s transition is a new beginning
The bakery’s owner Rachel Mullen sat down with The Daily Memphian to discuss closing her storefront and what’s next for her.
Suburbs
‘Those people’ and a lawsuit: Discrimination allegations hit DeSoto County tourism
The core of the civil lawsuit focuses on allegations concerning Black performers and audiences at the Landers Center.
Arts & Culture
Playhouse stages ‘A Bronx Tale’ musical
Theatergoers can choose from award-winning musicals, a show filled with ‘80s tunes, a dark comedy and an intimate drama on Memphis stages in June.
Opinion
Opinion: Jeff Warren’s new Regional One alternative ‘lacks practical merit’
“The suggestion to bring all local health systems together to operate a single academic medical center is also not a viable option,” the Regional One Health president and CEO writes.
Podcasts
Live at the Garden’s summer lineup
Olivia Wall from the Memphis Botanic Garden talks with Eric Barnes about the 25th anniversary of Live at the Garden.