Memphis ends non-conference slate with easy victory over Alabama State
The Tigers (10-3) picked up a 83-61 win over Alabama State on Wednesday night at FedExForum in their final game before AAC play.Related story:
Memphis impacted by shortage of antibiotics, children’s pain relievers
“I’ve been a retail pharmacist for 33 years and I’ve never seen a shortage of antibiotics until this year,” said the owner of a local pharmacy.
Leaders, residents say goodbye to giant pandas
“It does make me sad that we will have to say goodbye to them after they’ve become such a part of our Memphis history and what we know and love about our Memphis Zoo.”
Memphis could feel wind chills as low as 15 below Friday
“(It will be) too cold to be outside for long periods of time,” said a NWS meteorologist. “And, in addition to that, we do have our winds that are going to be gusting up to 40 miles per hour.”
Memphis native makes homecoming official on early signing day
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield has known junior college transfer offensive lineman Chris Morris since he was an eighth grader. Now Morris will be joining his locker room. Related story:
Two Mid-South natives named to NFL Pro Bowl Games rosters
Running back Tony Pollard from Melrose High School and long snapper Morgan Cox from Evangelical Christian School were named to the Pro Bowl Games rosters the NFL announced Wednesday.
Table Talk: Ciao Bella opens, plus last-minute gift ideas
Still shopping for gifts? Try an experience — or a Seessel’s pie.
Suspect arrested in Saulsberry slaying
An individual has been arrested in the alleged killing of former Northpoint football standout Christian Saulsberry.
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.
EDGE board approves Parkside extension, three inner-city loans
The 60-acre Parkside at Shelby Farms mixed-use development received a development agreement extension until Dec. 31, 2023.
Doug McGowen heads first MLGW meeting as severe cold bears down on Memphis
Though dangerously cold wind chills are predicted for the Memphis area, MLGW doesn’t expect widespread power outages. But McGowen is keeping a focus on the local water system.
FedEx pilots say company is dragging its feet at the bargaining table
The Air Line Pilots Association released a statement accusing FedEx of not doing its due diligence to reach a deal.
Inked: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium seeks multi-use design
This week’s Inked includes updates on the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and a new hotel to multifamily conversion on Poplar Pike.
Sanford: Litterbugs are hurting our legacy as a beautiful city
For the sake of all of us who believe cleanliness is indeed next to godliness, let’s make a commitment in the new year to support the cleanup efforts in Memphis.
O-line standout Izavion Miller just wanted to play. Now he will, in the SEC
COVID-19 sent the former Wooddale standout to junior college. He signed with Auburn Wednesday on the first day of the early-signing period. Memphis high school football recruiting: Meet the area’s top commitsRelated story:
MSCS awarded for work with minority and women-owned businesses
“It is absolutely wonderful,” said Joyce Douglas, manager of the district’s MWSBE program. “We are truly grateful to be recognized for our efforts to help women and minorities do business with Memphis-Shelby County Schools.”
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.
Olive Branch’s first RV park comes with questions
The Board of Aldermen voted 7-0 for the application submitted by Amji Investments LLC, which wants to create a destination RV park with a lake and up to 85 vehicle slots.
Tigers Football Insider: Memphis linebacker plans to be more of a leader next season
Linebacker Geoffrey Cantin-Arku feels more confident in the defensive system after playing a season with the Tigers.
Memphis poverty disruptor expands efforts to 15 more nonprofits
“I think the biggest thing that we’ve done is shown that there is a way that you can actually measure poverty-fighting effectiveness objectively with analytics ... and still be compassionate and caring.”
Germantown finds a new Santa — right in its IT department
Germantown didn’t have to go all the way to the North Pole when the city’s official Santa Claus retired.
Metro
Feagins’ nudity contributed to ‘hostile’ environment, former MSCS employee claims in new suit
A former Memphis-Shelby County Schools employee is seeking $1.5 million in damages from the school system for the “hostile and abusive” work environment she claims Marie Feagins created.
Public Safety DA says his office moving through felony cases faster despite heavier workload
Update Elections Candidate’s mother involved in polling site ‘disturbance,’ according to MPD report
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Elections Brent Taylor acknowledges sending nude photos
Business
FedEx Freight’s first-ever earnings release includes mixed results
FedEx Freight leadership said during the company’s first earnings call they were optimistic in future growth, due to untapped markets and technological advances.
Premium Financial Services Renasant Corp. merging with Commercial Bank & Trust
Premium Real Estate Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Corp. beats analysts’ third quarter expectations
Premium Health Care Federal changes threaten revenue for Memphis hospitals, execs say
Sports
Cam Boozer records triple-double as Grizzlies cruise past Blazers, Ja Morant
Boozer, 19, became the second-youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double, finishing with 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. Related content:
High School Sports Collierville beats Houston to win Region 7-6A title
Memphis Grizzlies NBA box score: Grizzlies 124, Trail Blazers 103
Player of the Week Lausanne quarterback voted Player of the Week
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Analyzing how the Tigers have split running back carries this season
Food
Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
Palmer House Bakery will have a bigger presence in Germantown as it ventures into its own space nearby Jojo’s Espresso.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Valle’s Rebel Combination
Suburbs
Collierville beats Houston to win Region 7-6A title
Collierville running back Larry Johnson rushed for 266 yards and three scores to help the Dragons earn the top seed in Region 7.
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Arts & Culture
Party like it’s the Middle Ages, and dive into Japanese and Indian culture
This week, Buddy Guy plays Graceland, Cameo hosts a techno vampire dance party and Morning After Club pops up after dark. Plus, we’ve got your Halloween party guide.
Premium Performing Arts Bartlett’s performing arts center keeps losing money. The city wants your ideas.
Opinion
Opinion: Innovation isn’t yet a feature of the system in Memphis
“We have a profound, time-sensitive need for a bold group of public servants who can imagine and operationalize experiments — making creative, rigorous, coordinated policy innovation a permanent modus operandi in Memphis.”
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Podcasts
Calkins Podcast: Hot start by Grizzlies, a sex therapist on breast cancer and SpaceXAI has jobs for you
The Grizzlies and Tigers both had surprising, big weeks. Geoff Calkins talks about it with John Martin. Calkins then talks with local sex therapist Jennifer Valli about her own breast cancer diagnosis. And author Charles Fishman shares his thoughts about SpaceXAI.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Italian wine and cheese with Bari’s Rebecca Severs
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Bryant’s Breakfast
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Summer Avenue Sampler at Bryant’s Breakfast that was taken by Mark Weber.