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
The Early Word: Mystery retailer buys Ikea, and Audubon’s clubhouse tees off
Abortion pill debate makes its way into FedEx’s boardroom, the Belmont owner buys up more space and we take a deep dive into crime numbers.
Memphis Tigers Basketball The AM/DM podcast: With football ongoing and basketball season getting underway, we’re talking Tigers
Premium Public Safety Declining crime rates fall further after Task Force arrival
Business
Inked: Alo Yoga stretches to Southaven; Music, film nonprofit taking Front stage
North Mississippi continues to see renewed large-scale industrial activity — this time with a California-based yoga brand. Plus, MVP3 is getting a Downtown space on Front Street.
Premium Transportation & Logistics Abortion pill debate reaches FedEx annual meeting
Sports
The AM/DM podcast: With football ongoing and basketball season getting underway, we’re talking Tigers
Today, we talk about former players rejoining as coaches, the basketball team’s predilection for 3-pointers and what it will take to get season ticket-holders back into seats.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies practice twice on Day 1 of training camp
Food
Annual Southern Foodways event to be held in Memphis
The Memphis event is only the third time in almost 30 years the Southern Foodway’s symposium has been held outside of Oxford, Mississippi.
Suburbs
Collierville considering e-bike education over regulations
Collierville’s proposed guidelines on e-bikes focus on aligning with state law and educating teens about the rules and risks.
Transportation & Logistics Mississippi senator announces millions for roadway improvements in DeSoto County
Neighborhoods
IKEA building sold
The giant, blue building was bought by a retailer.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Tom Cruise vs. Anne Hathaway, ‘The History of Concrete’
Choose your fighter, celebrity movie-opening edition.
Spirit of Memphis Minnesota artist claims fourth victory at national duck stamp competition
Opinion
Opinion: David Weatherspoon on suspending the gas tax and supporting public safety for District 31
“Tennesseans, like voters across the country, have become disillusioned with the current caustic political environment. I will bring decency back to the state Capitol. I will bring integrity back to the state Legislature.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: With football ongoing and basketball season getting underway, we’re talking Tigers
Today, we talk about former players rejoining as coaches, the basketball team’s predilection for 3-pointers and what it will take to get season ticket-holders back into seats.