Calkins: USA! USA! Joy in Memphis as the good guys win.
There’s no better place to watch the U.S. in the World Cup than an Irish Pub. So I went to two of them. The joy (and the Guinness) overflowed.
Memphis transportation leaders look to D.C. to avoid rail strike
Forty percent of all freight in the United States moves by rail. Cutting off the supply, experts say, would cripple the economy and decimate the still-rebounding supply chain. Local leaders ask Buttigieg for more airport funding Getting ice off the wings: The specs for the airport’s new consolidated de-icing facilityRelated stories:
What to look for in Memphis’ game against North Alabama
Though this one looks like a sure win for Memphis, the Tigers’ matchup with North Alabama is exactly the type of contest that can be a trap game. Martin: The Tigers are winning ugly. Will it be enough? Tigers Basketball Insider: Time in Orlando, future MTEs will be vital for MemphisRelated stories:
MPD announces road closures for St. Jude Marathon
The marathon, the single largest fundraising event for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, is set for Saturday, Dec. 3. Memphians should be prepared for road closures throughout the Downtown and Midtown areas.
Threat of severe weather, tornadoes closes schools
Rainfall is expected to continue through midnight, possibly into early Wednesday morning, and the National Weather Service said severe storms could produce tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail.
Betsy Landers finishes term on Germantown school board
Betsy Landers concluded her time on the Germantown Board of Education with her final meeting Tuesday night.
The Daily Memphian hosts commercial real estate seminar
Four industry executives will be featured at the Commercial Real Estate: Review and Forecast Seminar at the Memphis Botanic Garden on Thursday, Dec. 1.
Bogie’s Deli Downtown reopens after two months
Bogie’s was forced to close after a water main burst flooding the basement of its building. In a way that’s been worse for business than even the pandemic was, and they are celebrating their re-opening with 2000-era prices.
TraVure, Thornwood move towards final stages in Germantown
Two of Germantown’s first projects to utilize Smart Growth zoning are nearing completion.
Germantown retail center to preserve church’s history as ‘The Congregation’
Members of “The Congregation” will include a local coffee shop and two other tenants at Forest Hill Baptist Church’s former location.
Collierville-Arlington Road bridge closure could last two years
A road closure for bridge repairs in northeast Shelby County is causing confusion for residents, businesses and delivery drivers.
Meet AutoZone’s proposed board of directors
If shareholders approve the nominees, the AutoZone board will include three women, or 30%, and three people of color, also 30%.
Get in line: Desmond Bane’s profile is on ‘skyrocket trajectory’
The Memphis Grizzlies guard is growing rapidly in popularity.
Memphis kicker David Kemp enters transfer portal
Redshirt freshman looking at opportunities elsewhere after missing most of the Tigers’ 2021 season with an injury and losing the job this year to Florida transfer Chris Howard.
Final Memphis vs. Atlanta event will honor legendary Hamilton coach
Several of the area’s top teams and best individuals will compete Saturday at Lausanne in an event honoring the late Hall of Famer coach, Ted Anderson.
NFL Week 12: Notable performances from former Tigers
Eagles kicker Jake Elliott has now successfully kicked the most field goals of at least 50 yards in franchise history.
Leadership roundup: What’s left of MSCS top brass after recent departures
Before he resigned, former superintendent Joris Ray presided over a large, 14-member cabinet. Although a few have already followed him in leaving the district, much of his team remain in their roles.
Collierville volleyball sweeps top honors
Daily Memphian presents postseason volleyball awards. Standout junior Campbell McKinnon and coach Lindsey Vicknair led the Dragons to a Class AAA runner-up finish in 2022.
Division 2-A all-region football team announced
Standouts from FACS, Fayette Academy, Harding and Tipton-Rosemark honored by league’s coaches alongside Jackson-area’s best.
Metro
The Early Word: Memphis drivers are too fast, and a Tiger hooper comes home
Grizzlies center Zach Edey is having ankle surgery, the Memphis IKEA is downsizing its staff and we know where you can cool off this summer.
Premium Public Safety Shifting gang alliances make policing more difficult
Premium Public Safety Anatomy of a gang murdering one of its own
Premium Public Safety The changing political backdrop for the Ghost Mob case
Business
This women-owned firm has grown from Memphis to 19 states
Founded in 1999, Consilience Group has expanded its presence through word of mouth, referrals and recognition for its work.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Le Bonheur doc retires from Heart Institute he built
Premium Music Made in Memphis Entertainment office, recording studio for sale
Health Care From the bottom to the top: Clinic continues to add wellness treatments
Sports
Former Tiger Kobee Minor celebrates Mr. Irrelevant Week this month
Kobee Minor became the first Memphis Tigers taken in the NFL Draft since 2022, when the New England Patriots selected him with the final overall pick. Soon, as tradition has it, he’ll be feted as Mr. Irrelevant.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball New Tiger Curtis Givens III has found his way ‘back home’
Sports Arkansas wins Super Regional, eliminating defending champ Vols 11-4
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis drops series finale to Indianapolis for series split
Food
What to order: At Aldo’s Pizza Pies, it’s a panini
A basil-pesto aioli is liberally applied to both sides of sliced ciabatta, and then the kitchen adds juicy grilled chicken breast, spinach, Aldo’s four cheese blend and pickled red onions.
Suburbs
Lakeland doesn’t raise property tax rate
Lakeland has passed the final reading on its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, maintaining the certified property tax rate set after reappraisal, unlike other local suburbs.
Arts & Culture
The art of connection: Memphis artist crafts community one collage at a time
Through a podcast, artist gatherings, guided walks through Overton Park and his popular collage parties, visual artist and musician Zack Orsborn has found people who are, like, really creative.
Opinion
Morris: Be a friend
“We often say loneliness is a public health crisis, and it is. I see it daily. People come to Church Health for physical ailments, but many times what they are really suffering from is isolation.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meeting Huey’s onion ring specialist
Edible Memphis editor Stacey Greenberg comes back to “Sound Bites” to talk about her food tour of Mexico City and old-school, longtime Memphis restaurants.
Games
Jigsaw: When worlds collage
This week’s puzzle features a photo from Like Really Creative’s monthly collage parties.