‘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
The Early Word: Nudity comes up in Feagins suit; Grizz take down Ja’s team
Pearson’s mom was allegedly involved in a polling site “disturbance,” dirt is finally moving at Union Station and there’s a lot brewing on the coffee scene.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Costumes and multiculturalism
Education Feagins’ nudity contributed to ‘hostile’ environment, former MSCS employee claims in new suit
Public Safety DA says his office moving through felony cases faster despite heavier workload
Update Elections Candidate’s mother involved in polling site ‘disturbance,’ according to MPD report
Business
Developers break ground on Union Station’s first phase
The project will start with the townhomes for the first phase, followed by the single-tenant retail building and, finally, the hotel component.
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight’s first-ever earnings release includes mixed results
Premium Financial Services Renasant Corp. merging with Commercial Bank & Trust
Premium Real Estate Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Corp. beats analysts’ third quarter expectations
Sports
Memphis vs. Army: What to know for Tigers’ Halloween showdown
The American Conference standings are getting crowded, which is why Saturday night’s Halloween matchup between Memphis and Army is so important.
Memphis Grizzlies Cam Boozer records triple-double as Grizzlies cruise past Blazers, Ja Morant
High School Sports Collierville beats Houston to win Region 7-6A title
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Analyzing how the Tigers have split running back carries this season
Memphis Grizzlies NBA box score: Grizzlies 124, Trail Blazers 103
Food
Food Files: Downtown coffee shop closing
The coffee shop will close after more than two years in Downtown Memphis. Plus, Dutch Bros looks to another location on Poplar Avenue.
Premium Real Estate Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Suburbs
Bailey: Stephens calls it a career as voters (hopefully) head to the polls
“David Stephens is stepping out as Bartlett schools superintendent, while — hopefully — people are stepping into the voting booth next Tuesday.”
High School Sports Collierville beats Houston to win Region 7-6A title
Arts & Culture
‘A little India’ brings tastes and sounds of diverse country to Mid-South
India Association of Memphis organizes the annual festival that offers more than 50 musical performances, plus a bazaar of shops and food booths from every region of India’s 28 states.
Premium Arts & Culture Arts Beat: Memphian’s cosmic-horror film is screening around the world
Opinion
Bailey: Stephens calls it a career as voters (hopefully) head to the polls
“David Stephens is stepping out as Bartlett schools superintendent, while — hopefully — people are stepping into the voting booth next Tuesday.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Innovation isn’t yet a feature of the system in Memphis
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Costumes and multiculturalism
This weekend brings another conversion of spooky seasonal events and fall’s seemingly other favorite, cultural festivals.
Geoff Calkins Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you
Games
Sudoku: Oct. 30
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.