Grizzlies hold on in final minute to beat Trail Blazers
Memphis gave up a 17-point lead in the fourth quarter, but found a way to win on the road in Portland. Related story:
Why a $5 million difference has frozen the Grand Hyatt deal
Chance Carlise of Carlisle Corp. said there’s a $5 million funding gap that is the result of the city delaying closing the deal.
Political Roundup: Early voting, Cohen & Kustoff, Memphis mayor’s race
Thursday is the last day to vote early ahead of next Tuesday’s election day, as congressmen David Kustoff and Steve Cohen predict who will control the House. Plus: Notes on school funding, MLGW and the first mayoral forum.
Serenity Recovery Centers gets $500k federal grant for residential pregnancy treatment
The NIH grant will provide services for pregnant women trying to overcome substance abuse addiction. The director of Serenity Recovery Centers says she hopes it can end the practice of incarcerated women with such issues giving birth in prison and immediately losing custody of newborns.
Memphis basketball will retire Lorenzen Wright’s jersey
The jersey retirement will take place during a ceremony at FedExForum at a future game to be determined by the program and the late Wright’s family.
Renovations underway at Bank of Bartlett headquarters
Bank of Bartlett has started a $2 million renovation at its main offices on Stage Road, an example of the bank’s commitment to the area.
Briarcrest unveils plans for new $12.8M athletic facility
Groundbreaking for the project scheduled for January.
Memphis mayoral candidates face residency issues after federal court ruling
A challenge to a six-month residency rule by a Mason, Tennessee, mayoral candidate came with a ruling last month that could revive a five-year residency requirement in the Memphis mayoral race.
Dream Hotel has new, almost $100M price tag, seeks TDZ incentive
Tom Intrator’s 18 Main is seeking a 20-year PILOT and tourism surcharge for an updated Dream Hotel project.
Varsity Brands says claims in lawsuits are ‘blatantly false’
Varsity Brands and Memphis-based Varsity Spirit are among several defendants named in federal lawsuits that accuse multiple cheerleading coaches of a range of misconduct and illicit sexual behavior with minors.
New MLGW-TVA contract vote scheduled for later this month
The board vote could end a years-long process over who will be MLGW’s next power supplier.
MLGW: $0 bill notices were a mistake
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division said a vendor error caused thousands of residents to receive an email stating their utility bill was $0.
MPD data shows drop in homicides, murders
From January through October 2022, there were 201 murders and 244 homicides. During the same time period in 2021, there were 241 murders and 274 homicides.
Dory to host this month’s Daily Memphian lunch
This month, on Nov. 18, we’re going to Dave and Amanda Krog’s restaurant, Dory.
Table Talk: Picks for Downtown Dining Week and a fall sippin’ party
Downtown Dining Week began in the aughts and includes more than 50 participating restaurants this year.
Not all fund and games: Bartlett students face the challenges of budgeting
On Wednesday, some Bartlett High School students learned the complexities of financial planning as they balanced jobs, housing, child care and daily necessities at the Financial Reality Fair.
Cascades development resumes in Olive Branch
After years of sitting dormant, the Cascades development in Olive Branch has received new approvals and the walk-live-play project could soon start construction.
Strickland among mayors calling for federal help with Mississippi River’s record low
“Low water can have as great a cost, or greater, than high water,” Strickland said. “We have all these tools at our disposal for floods, but very few for droughts.”
Tigers’ defense anticipates a physical matchup against UCF
The defense is going to have its hands full against a physical UCF team that averages the eighth-most rushing yards in the country at more than 244 rushing yards per game.
Tigers Football Insider: Memphis looks for its sixth straight homecoming win
The Tigers haven’t lost a homecoming game since 2016 and hope to keep that streak going against UCF.
Inked: Grilled cheese and new name headed to Ferraro’s Pizza site
This week’s Inked covers updates and potential road closures in the Pinch District and a partnership between Poag Shopping Centers and Jones Lang LaSalle.
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:
Metro
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.
Public Safety New federal charges target Ghost Mob again
State Government Millington native’s return to US attorney seat clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Germantown Hundreds gather in Germantown park to honor Charlie Kirk
Business
Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
The Daily Memphian will host a seminar Thursday, Sept. 18, at Memphis Botanic Garden where four small business owners will discuss the road to small business ownership.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Caribbean restaurant launches vegan spin-off
Health Care St. Jude announces a second Advanced Research Center
Premium Business With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
Sports
Redbirds recap: Memphis falls to Jacksonville
Infielder Cesar Prieto led the offense with a 2-for-4 night. The left-handed hitter hit a double, scored a run and walked in Game 5 of a six-game match with Jacksonville.
Sports Mississippi State sweeps past Alcorn State
Sports One-yard touchdown run in OT gives Georgia win at Tennessee
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: Memphis football handles business. Now comes the chance to make noise.
Food
Table Talk: Flying Saucer makes it right
There are two things never to joke about on the restaurant scene: stellar service and tater tots.
Suburbs
New game plan: Germantown will not pursue outdoor sports complex
Both proposals submitted to Germantown were different than the suburb’s vision for an outdoor sports complex.
Arts & Culture
A weekend of creators, comics and cosplay
Vendors selling all kinds of collectibles also make up a huge part of the Memphis Comic Expo, with everything from vintage toys, posters, books and gaming cards to statues.
Opinion
Conaway: Drained at Sassy Bass, beached at Tommy Bahama: The Great Walmart Heist
“I swear if we were still having children, or my kids were to have another grandchild, I’d lobby for the name iBank, boy or girl. That’s probably going to be the name of my next dog.”
Podcasts
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.