Something old, something new: Mississippi wedding venue reopens
After years of problems affecting its luster, new Bonne Terre owners have restored the Nesbit, Mississippi event venue and will host a wedding expo in hopes of resurrecting its status.
Calkins: The Tigers have to get over a heartbreaker. And quick!
The Tigers lost to Seton Hall when a 6-10 player who hadn’t made a 3-pointer all season before Thursday banked one in at the buzzer. So how does the team get ready to play another game Friday? Former Memphis guard Trey Draper tried to help.
Memphis Tigers lose on 3-point bank shot at the buzzer to Seton Hall
Seton Hall forward Tyrese Samuel banked a buzzer-beating 3-pointer off the glass to seal a 70-69 victory for his team.Related story:
Westy’s feeds Thanksgiving dinner to 1,450 Memphians in need
“This time of the year, I feel so good inside knowing I’ll get some clothes and something to eat, and I’ll leave full.”
Whitehaven residents try to replace ‘Charlie Brown tree’ at Southland
“That tree is a part of the experience. It’s one of those good old fashioned family experiences that you can have.”
Buckley: What’s this NIL deal really all about?
Why all the upROAR in Memphis about athletic director Laird Veatch’s plea to boosters to raise money for student-athletes? Some questions and answers that hopefully will help.
Calkins: Win one for Will Drennan! Why a flag football game meant so much
Will Drennan died a hero the first day of flag football practice. His team of five and six year olds played on. Ten days ago, they tried to win the championship “for Daddy.” Why a kid’s game meant so much.
Dresden Tornado: Survivor grateful for ‘God’s Pit Crew,’ new home
Gallimore was worried that night about her her 21-year-old granddaughter, who was at Gallimore’s house in Dresden, a small town about 120 miles northeast of Memphis near the Kentucky state line. Dresden Tornado: A year later, devastated town strives, struggling to recoverRelated story:
Tigers face toughest QB-WR combo at SMU
Memphis’ defensive coordinator said his unit tries to take away what teams do well. Against the Mustangs, that means limiting the No. 1 receiver in the country and a top-10 quarterback.
40 years of ‘Cranberry Bowl’ a playbook for lasting memories, lingering injuries
For decades, a group of alums from Memphis’ Bishop Byrne High School gathered for an annual Thanksgiving Day tradition that earned the name The Cranberry Bowl.
The Sidebar interviews Lil Buck on ‘Memphis Jookin,’ the 20th anniversary of Nut Remix
Daily Memphian CEO Eric Barnes interviews Lil Buck and Katie Smythe, the CEO and Artistic Director of New Ballet Ensemble and School, on The Sidebar.
Table Talk: World Cup watching, a pop-up Miracle and the Grateful List
Plus, it’s time to sign up for next year’s Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
MASE, McKenzie meet in battle of unbeaten teams
Last year’s state runner-up, McKenzie High, travels to Orange Mound for a Class 1A semifinal match-up of undefeated teams. Bartlett High plays host to Class 6A semifinal game.
TVA employees get $161M in ‘winning performance’ pay
As the utility met or surpassed key fiscal 2022 goals, its workers have each been rewarded with a median check of $6,610.
Metro
Freedom Award honorees call for action at National Civil Rights Museum
The museum awarded Marc Morial, Velma Lois Jones and Mark Suzman for their advancements in “truth, equity and justice.”
Premium Public Safety 201 Poplar more crowded since Memphis Safe Task Force
Premium Public Safety Memphis police data chief retires
Education Three Memphis colleges unite to celebrate homecoming
Business
Daily Memphian seminar to focus on developing Downtown and Midtown
Speakers will discuss the latest developments in the Cleveland Street Corridor, Downtown and the Edge District at The Daily Memphian’s Developing Memphis Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Memphis Botanic Garden.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Tonica Downtown, Little Petals East, Poppz opening
Transportation & Logistics Manufacturer to close Memphis facilities, lay off 152 employees
Real Estate Cordova apartments sold for $41.6 million
Sports
Friday football report: MUS grounds, pounds past Central
MUS’ Tommie Reed scored three touchdowns and Jackson Hood scored two more for homecoming at Stokes-Alston Stadium, a night that had a bit of everything.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies finally get preseason win, but Ty Jerome exits with injury
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis at UAB: What to know before Tigers’ first game after bye week
Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers women’s basketball coach aims for momentum in preseason showcase
Food
From Broad Avenue to the national stage: Wiseacre wins gold (and silver)
Sky Dog Amber was awarded Gold in the International Amber Lager category, and Tiny Bomb picked up Silver in the German-style Pilsener category.
Suburbs
West Collierville student representing Team USA at world roller skating competition
Jeremy Liu is 13 and the only Tennesseean representing Team USA in the World Artistic Roller Skating Championship. The sport is similar to figure skating but on wheels, and there’s no ice.
Arts & Culture
Brew parties for coffee or beer lovers, plus art on the river
This week, local theaters perform murder shows, Crosstown showcases Vietnamese culture and you can make pottery at Chucalissa.
Opinion
Calkins: It was a surreal night on Beale Street — and everything Penny Hardaway dreamed
What do you get when you combine Penny Hardaway, Beale Street, Memphis Pom, the FBI and the National Guard? A night of Memphis basketball that seemed like a dream.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Happy Grizz Week! Plus, art on the river, beer in CY
This weekend, there are lots of chances to score Memphis Grizzlies swag ahead of Wednesday’s home opener. Plus RiverArts Fest and Repair Days bring art to the riverside, and beer fest brings lots of beer to Cooper Young.