Grizzlies lose to Thunder after bizarre Ja Morant ejection
A seven-game winning streak ended with a perplexing road loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were playing without stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Josh Giddey.Related story:
Memphis escapes with close home win against Texas A&M
It wasn’t until guard Kendric Davis — who finished with a team-high 23 points — hit two free throws with two seconds left that Memphis could breathe a sigh of relief. Buckley: A hot-headed star. A long hug. Another huge Tigers basketball win. Hardaway has ‘blueprint’ for what could be the best Memphis team since 2013Related stories:
Buckley: A hot-headed star. A long hug. Another huge Tigers basketball win.
The bench came up big, helping Memphis overcome another wild night for DeAndre Williams.
‘Hanukkah is about coming together’
“The menorah was always lit in the Temple, and it was a symbol of the eternal and unbreakable connection between God and the Jewish people,” said Rabbi Jeff Dreifus of Temple Israel.
Recipe Exchange: Seessel’s Chocolate Butter Pie
Today we bring you the true recipe for Seessel’s Chocolate Butter Pie. Next year, you can have it all for the asking: Get your requests in for your favorite Seessel’s recipes.
Former Northpoint football standout fatally shot in Walls, Mississippi
According to the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department, Edmonton Elks wide receiver Christian Saulsberry was shot by a Memphis suspect.
Man dies after exchanging fire with Memphis police officer, TBI says
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into the events that led to a shooting on the 4700 block of Cochese Road.
How state law laid the groundwork for suburban school secession and 3G transfer
The 3G transfer might be one of the final stages of a saga that saw the brief merger of all Shelby County children under a single school system and the six municipalities’ subsequent secession and creation of their own districts.
Sunrise, Corky’s, The Lobbyist and Cocozza, all now open or coming soon
On this week’s Sound Bites, Chris Herrington and Jennifer Biggs talk about restaurants that have just opened or are within days or weeks of opening their doors.
Steve Mulroy ready for 24-hour bail court in February
On top of advocating for bail reform, Mulroy’s office has launched a Justice Review Unit, is working on juvenile reforms, and has issued guidelines to make it more difficult for assistant district attorneys to settle nonfatal shootings.
Young Dolph suspects to be kept separated
Two of the co-defendants in the case are half brothers.
Poplar-Highland Starbucks on strike over weekend; store closed Friday
Of the 100 stores Workers United says are honoring the strike, two are in Tennessee.
Memphis football coach’s NFL background helps him navigate the transfer portal
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said the draft board that NFL teams create is similar to the recruiting board he uses at the college level.Related story:
Jim Gaffigan steps in to deliver Methodist luncheon’s keynote speech
After scheduled speaker George Lopez had to cancel due to COVID, comedian Jim Gaffigan spoke to Methodist Healthcare Foundation’s attendees of his family’s own medical crisis.
How Rhodes’ Mike Curb Institute of Music isn’t a music business school
A conversation with John Bass, the director of the Mike Curb Institute of Music at Rhodes College.
Grizzlies podcast: Jaren Jackson Jr. playing elite defense
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s impact during the Grizzlies’ six-game winning streak.
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
The Memphis Sports & Events Center is open, Walter L. Bailey Jr. gets a portrait, Grizzlies ride the wave to the top and Sunrise Memphis’ new location.
Metro
Where to sled: Memphis-area ideas — just don’t listen to Ron Olson
Despite its moniker as the Bluff City, Memphis is flatter than the crust on a pie at Memphis Pizza Cafe. But if you know where to look, the city has a few good sledding spots.
Premium Education MSCS board member proposes keeping Marie Feagins
Business
Flights canceled across the US; FedEx warns about possible delays
FedEx released a service alert Thursday saying delays and disruptions for inbound and outbound shipments are possible “due to local conditions and restrictions.”
Real Estate Oak Court Macy’s will close in months
Sports
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
High School Sports 2 from Houston High voted high school players of the week
Food
$10 Deal: The Lamplighter’s bare bones, but delectable, cheeseburger
Pair your burger with a beer, cue up a Patsy Cline song on the jukebox and let yourself be charmed by the misshapen magic of this Midtown institution.
Suburbs
World famous horses gallop back to Memphis
The horses are back in Shelby County for the first time in more than a decade, appearing at several area Kroger locations this week
Arts & Culture
Outgoing Ballet Memphis CEO leaves behind tenure full of ‘on ramps’
Gretchen Wollert McLennon first stepped dance shoes in Ballet Memphis at 11 years old. Now, after five years building on the company’s legacy, she’s taking a bow.
Opinion
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
Podcasts
Epicenter’s evolving role in Memphis’ start-up ecosystem
Anthony Young, the new CEO of Epicenter, joined Eric Barnes to talk about the organization’s efforts to cultivate and support entrepreneurs in Memphis.