Calkins: The perfect way to retire No. 59 — with a 59-0 win
“On Danton Barto’s day, the final scoreboard blazed with his number.” It was a fine way to retire the jersey of the all-time great Memphis linebacker, who died in 2021 at age 50.
An 8-win season for Tigers? ‘It’s achievable.’
Memphis is two games away from an 8-5 record, but losing the final two games would give the team its first losing season since 2013.
Tigers seniors’ final home game is one to remember
Veterans contribute to big victory over North Alabama in their last season game together at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
Tigers force first shutout since 2015 in win over North Alabama
Memphis scored a season-high in the 59-0 win over North Alabama. The Tigers had 38 points by halftime. Tigers seniors’ final home game is one to rememberRelated stories:
Box Score: Memphis 59, North Alabama 0
NCAA college football box score for the Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, game between the Memphis Tigers and the North Alabama Lions played at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis.
Dreaming of a Whitehaven Christmas: Parade marks holiday season
“You have the baby majorettes, the grown-up majorettes and all the different bands from all the schools. I love it — It’s kind of like a battle of the bands.”
Ja Morant week-to-week with ankle sprain
The Grizzlies star point guard left the win over Oklahoma City late in the game and did not return after tweaking his ankle.
Herrington: In Jaren Jackson Jr.'s home return, something more rare than a unicorn
Jackson’s “double triple” in the game — three 3-pointers and three blocks — remains an unusual feat, just not so much for him. He did it six times last season alone, in a year where he shot poorly.
What to look for in Memphis’ home-opener against VCU
Tiger Nation has waited nearly two weeks since the 2022-23 college basketball season began for the chance to see the team in person at FedExForum.
Inmate seriously injured in altercation with cellmate
Preliminary information indicates a detainee at Shelby County Jail is in critical condition after an altercation with his cellmate.
Chickasaw Oaks store keeps your gifts under wraps
Last Christmas, in a mountain of boxes, wrapping paper and ribbon, the on-site gift-wrapper at Saddle Creek had an epiphany.
Recipe Exchange: Ultimate Thanksgiving Turkey
Breaking the turkey down before cooking frees up the oven on Thanksgiving, makes for a tasty bird and gives you the best turkey gravy you’ll ever have.
MSCS: Germantown offers $5 million for namesake schools
Negotiations are underway related to the Germantown namesake schools, but it’s unclear if an agreement will be reached prior to deadline.
Friday prep report: Bartlett holds off Germantown, advances to 6A semis
Panthers grind out a victory to set up a semifinal home game against Hendersonville Beech. Covington and MASE also advance.
FedEx Ground unofficial bargaining group officers resign
The group formed just months ago to lobby the logistics giant for changes has disbanded and denounced calls for a work stoppage on the day after Thanksgiving.
Hot dog! Local wins tour in Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
“When people know we’re coming, they show up in hot dog outfits, bring their weenie dogs, and that’s really all normal for us,” said one of Oscar Mayer’s hotdoggers.
Showboats don’t come free to Memphis
But the city’s financial commitment for the expansion USFL franchise appears to be minimal in the first year of what Mayor Jim Strickland hopes extends to a three-year contract.
Latest Young Dolph suspect allegedly aided in hideout, payments
Jermarcus Johnson, who was wanted for conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, turned himself in today.
What will local law enforcement agencies use if Twitter fails?
The Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation all rely on Twitter to get information out to the public.
Memphis women’s soccer team makes history, advances to Sweet 16
The University of Memphis women’s soccer team shut out Mississippi State, 4-0, in an NCAA tournament second-round match, Friday, Nov. 18, in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
October 2023 shaping up to be exciting election season for Memphis
A reporters’ roundtable on “Behind The Headlines,” looks at the November midterm election results in Shelby County and the campaign for Memphis Mayor that ends with an October 2023 Election Day.
Guest Column: A first-time voter reflects on the importance — and the challenges — of voting
“Every vote does indeed count. But election information should be more accessible to everyone, and candidates need to spend time with who they want to represent.”
Thanksgiving is the time for favorites: Food and family
Thanksgiving is a time to put your favorite folks — your family — around a table of your favorite foods and appreciate the good things in your life.
What it means to be a lifestyle blogger
Her website, Caramelized, was once just focused on food. But now it has become something much bigger.
Grizzlies podcast: Star in, star out
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the problems created by Desmond Bane’s absence for the Grizzlies.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
Looks like a cuppa joe, but the story of JoJo’s Espresso is so much more. And that’s just one of the warm images photographers Mark Weber and Brad Vest captured this week.
Metro
TDOT working to keep roads clear as freezing conditions endure
Despite the snowy weather, Tennessee Department of Transportation SmartWay cameras showed steady traffic on the Interstate 55 and Hernando DeSoto bridges. Streams for other interstate routes in the city showed minimal weather-related disruptions.
City of Memphis Global Café team delivers warm, hearty meals to snowed-in neighbors in need
Business
Some believe Supreme Court will uphold TikTok ban, but Memphis-area baker is optimistic
After attending Friday’s nearly three-hour Supreme Court hearing, Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies feels her side will prevail.
City of Memphis Global Café team delivers warm, hearty meals to snowed-in neighbors in need
Sports
Memphis Grizzlies sign G League breakout Zyon Pullin to two-way contract
The Memphis Grizzlies signed G League breakout Zyon Pullin to a two-way contract. Pullin is averaging 24.8 points, 7.7 assists and 6.7 rebounds through six games of the G League regular season.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Food
TikTok ban — and local cookie entrepreneur’s case — go before Supreme Court Friday
“We are being asked to be present so that these court justices can ... put faces to creators and stop seeing this as so much of a battle about data breaches of state information,” said Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies.
Suburbs
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.
Arts & Culture
GloRilla to perform on SNL
The Memphis rapper, whose real name is Gloria Woods, will be the musical guest on the Jan. 18 episode of “Saturday Night Live.”
Opinion
Hill: Believe now? Zach Edey is (still) the rightful ROTY favorite
“Before the doubts about his NBA potential loudened, Rookie of the Year contender Zach Edey was in the gym three times a day preparing for his professional opportunity.”
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.
Games
Word Search: Happy birthday, Elvis!
Can you solve this week’s word search?