Doug McGowen confirmed as head of MLGW
The council also confirmed Chandell Ryan as the city’s new chief operating officer — the first woman to hold the No. 2 post in city government.
MLGW warns of higher consumer costs next year
Though the utility has no plans to increase rates this year — or next — costs are still expected to be 9% higher than last year.
Tennessee Vols are No. 1 in first College Football Playoff rankings
Tennessee, Ohio State, Georgia and Clemson are top four in first College Football Playoff rankings announced Tuesday, Nov. 1.
UIC won’t budge on Damaria Franklin, so Tigers will appeal to NCAA
For the 6-foot-3 transfer guard Tigers coach Penny Hardaway calls “pretty special,” the most direct route to eligibility would be for University of Illinois-Chicago head coach Luke Yaklich to sign a “no participation opportunity” form. But UIC and Yaklich refuse to sign.
Grizzlies injury report: Three questionable, three out against Trail Blazers
The Grizzlies have played just two games so far this season with Dillon Brooks, Ja Morant and Desmond Bane available.
AutoZone Liberty Bowl gives record donation to St. Jude
The 64th AutoZone Liberty Bowl will be played on Wednesday, Dec. 28, at 4:30 p.m. and be broadcast on ESPN.
Kroger pulls gas request; Final phase of Germantown development approved
Germantown’s Planning Commission endorsed the final piece of TraVure. Kroger withdraws a request to add fuel service before the commission voted on the matter.
Memphis Botanic Garden to build outdoor kitchen, tropical glasshouse
The Memphis Botanic Garden has launched a new, $5 million capital campaign to pay for a number of facility upgrades at the East Memphis site.
Collierville planner discusses strength of town’s development projects
Jaime Groce addressed significant activity expected along three major corridors in Collierville.
City police force should include 2,000+ officers next year
Currently, MPD employs 1,911 officers, according to the city’s data hub.
Christ Church votes to leave United Methodist Church
Within months, the congregation will vote on whether to affiliate with another Methodist group or be independent.
Memphis Zoo seeks $1.5M for animal hospital
Memphian Tommie Dunavant pitches in $800,000 to the Memphis Zoo’s $1.5 million fundraising effort for its animal hospital.
County Clerk misses Halloween office opening deadline
County chief administrative officer Harold Collins says the office is fully equipped, but Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert says the office won’t open until early December, missing a deadline set by Shelby County commissioners.
City Council delays vote on Memphis in May damage deposit funding
The item returns to the Memphis City Council for discussion at its Nov. 15 session.
New $230M program aimed at improving Tennessee health care
The program will award grants to expand patient capacity, upgrade practices and technology, and improve access to health care services.
Compromise could cost Audubon Park golf course one of its holes
The compromise announced by Memphis City Council members Ford Canale and Chase Carlisle Monday, Oct. 31, does away with a hole in the expanded golf course by the park’s lake.
Ford announces $1M grant program for West Tennessee
The grants, ranging between $25,000 and $100,000, will be available to local nonprofits and municipalities for capital improvements such as new playgrounds or renovated facilities.
UTHSC statewide tour kicks off in Memphis
During this week’s tour, university officials will discuss the values that shape the culture of the University of Tennessee system as well as the university’s increased focus on rural health care,
Everything we know about the road work at the I-55 and Crump interchange
Until Valentine’s Day 2025, motorists may want to take I-40.
Five notable concerts happening this November
Coming to a stage near you this month: The long-time Memphian playing a makeup show in Germantown, the local rapper who has his own dance challenge on TikTok and an artist currently on his eighth arena tour.
Hernando to vote on 1% tax for parks
Hernando voters will consider adding a 1% tax to prepared foods, such as restaurants and delis, to help fund an improved parks program in the DeSoto County city.Related story:
Tigers Basketball Insider: Who could be Memphis’ X factor this season?
Memphis’ two exhibition games confirmed the obvious: Kendric Davis and DeAndre Williams are clearly the Tigers’ two best players. But who’s next?
‘Tis the season: Christmas in Collierville 2022 schedule released
It’s time for Santa Claus’ elves to get busy in Collierville.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Senior standout paces SBA bowling
St. Benedict senior Rachel Gammill posts high game in victory over St. Mary’s.
NFL Week 8: Notable performances from former Tigers
Tony Pollard had a career day and became the first Cowboys running back to score three rushing touchdowns in a game since 2015.
Metro
Anatomy of a winter closing: What goes into canceling classes
Way before the weather rolls in, Memphis-area school leaders are already considering the numerous factors that might lead them to close schools.
Premium Education MSCS board member proposes keeping Marie Feagins
Education Feagins tells Frayser Exchange she’s ‘grateful folks are paying attention’
Sports
After a dismal 2023-24 season, things look up for ECS
Character-building losses last year paved the way for a 13-1 start for the girls basketball team at Evangelical Christian School.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch in Memphis’ game against East Carolina
Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Grizzlies sign G League breakout Zyon Pullin to two-way contract
Business
Flights canceled across the US; FedEx warns about possible delays
FedEx released a service alert Thursday saying delays and disruptions for inbound and outbound shipments are possible “due to local conditions and restrictions.”
Premium Food News Food Files: The Crazy Coop, Cache 42 Downtown open
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Food
$10 Deal: The Lamplighter’s bare bones, but delectable, cheeseburger
Pair your burger with a beer, cue up a Patsy Cline song on the jukebox and let yourself be charmed by the misshapen magic of this Midtown institution.
Suburbs
World famous horses gallop back to Memphis
The horses are back in Shelby County for the first time in more than a decade, appearing at several area Kroger locations this week
Neighborhoods
Photo Gallery: Snow hits Memphis, Mid-South
As snow falls across the Mid-South, photographers Mark Weber and Patrick Lantrip, along with other Daily Memphian staffers, gather images of what’s going on around Memphis. Here are Memphis’ snow plans and what’s closed Friday Where to sled: Memphis-area ideas — just don’t listen to Ron Olson Anatomy of a winter closing: What goes into canceling classes Flights canceled across the US; FedEx warns about possible delaysRelated content:
Arts & Culture
‘Soul Man’ Sam Moore dies at 89
At Stax Records, Sam Moore and Dave Prater — as Sam & Dave — transformed the “call and response” of gospel music into a frenzied stage show and recorded some of soul music’s most enduring hits.
Opinion
Conaway: Let’s pick the cabinet
“Aside from the obvious point that we could all suggest better than we’re going to get, the larger point is that we’re all going to need each other as things shake out in Washington.”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Basketball’s rankings, adjustments, ECU game
With Memphis having a week off between Sunday’s home win over North Texas and its upcoming matchup with ECU on Saturday, coach Penny Hardaway said significant changes to his team’s practice structure were coming. Tigers basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss what those are and more.