Grizzlies backcourt shines in win over Timberwolves
Ja Morant turned in a signature highlight performance against Minnesota on Friday night. This Veterans Day, Jake LaRavia celebrates his brother, a former MarineRelated stories:
Herrington: Grizzlies win chemistry contest in rematch with playoff foe Minnesota
This rematch of last spring’s first-round playoff series between the Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves was, for Grizzlies fans, an opportunity for gratitude.
Patriotism lines Second Street for Veterans Day parade
The Memphis Veterans Day parade returned to Downtown Memphis Friday, Nov. 11, bringing together community organizations, veterans and local citizens to commemorate those serving or who have served in the armed forces.
Germantown surges past Houston in Class 6A
Malik Mason scores two touchdowns while contributing to a stellar defensive effort.Related stories:
Mid-South veterans detail their stories in new book
The book provides an outlet for World War II veterans to discuss their experiences and raises money for the Forever Young Veterans nonprofit.
DHL seeks tax incentive with unnamed partner
DHL would not name the third-party client it would partner with but said the customer is not based in Memphis or Shelby County.
WWII vet and centenarian seeks answer to wartime mystery
A Memphis World War II veteran and centenarian is trying to solve a more than 75-year-old mystery from his time in Iwo Jima during the post-war occupation.
Navy vet leads Memphis VA System from centennial year into the next century of care
Navy veteran Joseph Vaughan moved to Memphis during the pandemic to lead one of the nation’s most complex veterans’ hospital systems.
Sixth Circuit appellate judge receives prestigious award for judicial excellence
Judge Bernice Donald, born in DeSoto County, Mississippi, has been the first woman of her race to serve in every judicial position she has held, starting when she was elected to General Sessions criminal court here 1982.
TVA’s coal ash cleanup site in Memphis on ‘most contaminated’ list
The report’s complaints hinge on the authors’ interpretation that both the East and West Ponds at the Allen Plant should be subject to federal regulations rather than the state-level commissioner’s order.
DA’s office alleges new suspect ‘put a hit’ on Young Dolph
The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office alleges Hernandez Govan solicited the killing and put it into motion.
Karen Camper joins Memphis mayor’s race
The State House Democratic leader joins an already-crowded field and emphasized basic city services. Meanwhile, one of her key supporters speculates about another big name that might get into the race.
When Ron Huery came to your gym, you just had to be there
Memphis high school basketball legend, who died last week at the age of 55, made memories to last a lifetime.
After 44 years at Rhodes, Mike Clary announces his retirement
Lynx institution coached several sports and oversaw tremendous growth as athletic director.
Chase 70: College football fan’s quest to attend most games in a season makes Memphis stop
Ben Chase is on a season-long road trip to attend upwards of 70 games in one season. Thursday’s game at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium was No. 46.
Kings of the suburb: Four lion landmark statues debut in Lakeland
With a nod to the school system’s mascot, Lakeland unveiled a quartet of lion statues that will be placed in key spots around the suburb.
Memphis transfer Damaria Franklin’s family, close friends to protest at UIC basketball game
Johnnie Franklin is confident his son Damaria Franklin will be eligible for Memphis by the Nov. 20 home opener. But he wants to make his voice heard in the meantime.
Memphis Coffee Shop Guide: Midtown
As we continue our three-part Coffee Shop Guide, we hit Midtown, where Memphis’ modern coffee shop scene all began.
Metro
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
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City of Memphis SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plant
Business
Memphis City Council to consider data center moratorium
Memphis, a city known nationwide for SpaceXAI, may take legislative steps to pause data center development. All of Elon Musk’s existing local data centers are in industrial districts and are unlikely to be affected by an ordinance. SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plantRelated content:
Premium Business Building Black wealth in Memphis focus of event at Bridges
Sports
Redbirds Recap: Memphis offense held quiet in Saturday night loss at Durham
Redbirds strike first in first, unable to add on in defeat to Bulls.
Golf Photo gallery: Swinging through Saturday at FESJC
Food
Recipe Exchange: Hog & Hominy’s peanut butter and banana pie
The pie marries a creamy peanut butter pie filling and a classic banana pudding into one over-the-top layered dessert.
Suburbs
Collierville reschedules meeting to decide fire chief’s fate
The decision came only hours before the board was scheduled to discuss the fate of John Selberg, who was placed on administrative leave with pay earlier this week.
Premium Lakeland Lakeland mulls overlay district for undeveloped land on U.S. 70
Neighborhoods
Raymond James seeks $13M from former landlord
The financial services company is seeking more than $13 million from the owner of 50 N. Front St., formerly known as Raymond James Tower.
Arts & Culture
Photo gallery: Love for Elvis burns on at 49th annual vigil
Fans across generations gathered at Graceland Saturday night, Aug. 15, for the annual Candlelight Vigil commemorating the death of Elvis Presley.
Premium Arts & Culture From Nosferatu to Godzilla, the Beale Street Monster Club celebrates all things horror
Opinion
Opinion: Beware of impersonation scams
“No government agency will threaten to arrest you or take legal action against you if you don’t send them money immediately.”
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Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.