Grizzlies fall to Nuggets, drop second straight
Ja Morant scored 35 points and tried to force his team back into the game, but the Grizzlies didn’t make enough shots to keep up with the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night. Related story:
$89M renovation of Downtown Sheraton gets boost from City Council
The 5% surcharge on items bought and rooms rented at the Downtown Sheraton hotel goes to finance a renovation of the existing 600-room hotel by the Renasant Convention Center. City Council passes Klondike tax vote, but residents’ concerns remainRelated story:
MSCS votes to transfer Lucy Elementary to Millington
Memphis-Shelby County Schools and Millington Municipal Schools District approved an agreement transferring ownership of Lucy Elementary by June 2027. Terms set for MSCS to transfer Lucy Elementary to MillingtonRelated story:
FedEx plans additional cost cuts
FedEx has identified an additional $1 billion in cost savings beyond its September forecast and now expects to generate savings of $3.7 billion.
Shelby County government introduces text alert system
The text messages will only be used in the case of major emergencies, major disasters, terroristic acts or imminent danger that could potentially pose an immediate threat to Shelby County citizens.
What to look for in Memphis vs. Alabama State basketball game
Penny Hardaway should be able to rest key players and try out different lineups when he takes on his old college teammate Tony Madlock and Alabama State. Tigers Basketball Insider: Hardaway back to ‘strength in numbers’ approachRelated story:
Residents, leaders frustrated with Downtown crime
“It is really important for us to take care of our Downtown space,” said Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis. “It is the face of the rest of the city.”
Local favorite opens second restaurant in The Lake District, just in time for Christmas
The Villa Castrioti story starts in Cordova in 1989, when Adam and Julie Papriniku opened it in Trinity Commons.
Why running back Raydrian McKneely chose Memphis
The running back said his relationship with coach Ryan Silverfield and the way Memphis runs its offense is what drove him to want to play for the Tigers. Old Dominion transfer becomes fifth Memphis commit in one day Tigers football recruiting: Meet the MemphisRelated stories:
Olive Branch sets $18.8M for newly annexed areas, but there’s a lot more to do
Olive Branch has until 2026 to complete improvements in the annexed areas.
Slain football star never stopped believing
Despite being only 5-8 and 188 pounds, former Northpoint Christian School star Christian Saulsberry had the drive to be a professional football player. Four months after achieving his dream, his life was taken.
The Kitchen Table to open in Vinegar Jim’s space
New restaurant owners Alicia and Brad Glover aren’t going to waste any time in bringing a popular Arlington restaurant spot back to life.
Memphis senior offensive analyst accepts head coaching job
Memphis senior offensive analyst Quinn Gray has accepted a head coaching job at Albany State University.
NFL Week 15: Notable performances from former Tigers
Jaguars kicker Riley Patterson kicked a 48-yard field goal to force overtime that allowed the Jaguars to beat the Dallas Cowboys 40-34.
TSSAA boys and girls basketball scoring leaders
Totals are through games of Dec. 17 and are for TSSAA schools in The Daily Memphian coverage area.
Metro
Can a Court Clerk be suspended? Otis Jackson was in 2011.
General Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer pleaded not guilty this week to federal charges. Her attorney said she plans to continue working as clerk while awaiting trial.
Public Safety ‘Bigger than the devil’: Hernandez Govan is back in custody, only this time it’s federal
North Mississippi Lawsuit says Trump administration is trying to silence Southaven residents on SpaceX pollution
Education Sexton selects final member of MSCS takeover board on eve of first meeting
Education First Memphis schools takeover meeting set for Thursday in Nashville
Business
Inked: Sonic Drive-In coming to East Memphis
Another fast-food location is coming to Poplar Avenue. Plus, the Memphis Fire Fighters Association is building a new space.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Baptist earns cybersecurity award
Premium Transportation & Logistics Amazon Prime Air unveils drones that ‘detect and avoid’ as they deliver
Premium Real Estate Developers line up funding for Midtown senior housing project
Business US government says Grok helped it bomb Iran
Sports
Herrington: Free agency, the trade exception and the Grizzlies’ center search
The offseason has begun. Here is an initial look at how the Grizzlies might use two significant financial mechanisms: The $28.9 million “trade exception” created in February’s Jaren Jackson Jr. deal and the projected $15.1 million “mid-level exception” they can access in free agency.
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason lacrosse awards: Standouts from Briarcrest, MUS, St. Mary’s honored
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tigers football tracker: Which 2027 recruits are headed to Memphis?
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Are trade, draft landscapes shifting for Grizzlies as offseason begins?
Memphis Tigers Football How can the Memphis Tigers get ‘more butts in seats?’ Maybe a $7 value meal and a new scoreboard.
Food
Collierville could get second location for drive-thru coffee
Collierville could get 7 Brew on Poplar, and staff has recognized that stacking cars on the Shelby County thoroughfare could be an issue.
Food News Around the world in 80 plates: How a woman and her grandpa are exploring Memphis’ restaurant scene
Suburbs
Arlington commission approves site plans for new sports complex, 7 Brew Coffee
Construction could start on the Big League Multi-Sports Complex by the end of the year.
North Mississippi Reeves appoints new chancery judge for DeSoto area
Arts & Culture
Q&A: More from the Hydes on Downtown, the Grizzlies, AutoZone Park and the future of Memphis
The Daily Memphian’s Geoff Calkins sat down with Barbara and Pitt Hyde to talk about the new museum, their hands-on approach to civic projects and why Memphis continues to be — in their words — their “big bet.”
Arts & Culture Memphis Art Museum will have free admission for Shelby County residents
Opinion
Opinion: As bus riders suffer, Memphis needs to turn MATA around
“Last year’s audit made people believe MATA cannot be redeemed. But it is imperative that we not give up. Memphis should be a world-class city. Quality transit attracts employers and gets people to work on time. It also keeps people from going into debt just to maintain a working vehicle.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: What Juneteenth teaches us about the America we’re still building
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Complex texts, TikTok attention spans
Culturally, we’re all probably reading a little less. But what does that mean for a place like Rhodes College, which prides itself on teaching students the classics?
North Mississippi The AM/DM podcast: Why North Mississippi’s child predator problem may be perception
Games
Sudoku: June 17
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