MLGW preps to restart rolling blackouts
MLGW said Friday evening that it was preparing for the possibility of TVA requiring its customers to cut power load by at least 5%.
TVA facing outages, record demand as rolling blackouts loom
The TVA faces outages at two of its coal-fired plants and some of its natural gas plants, according to spokesperson Scott Brooks.
‘Overall’ performance lifts Grizzlies over Suns
The Grizzlies grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and scored 72 paint points in a blowout victory over the Suns on Friday night. Related stories:
Airport gets a chance to test de-icing equipment
Inclement weather around the country has disrupted flights and altered schedules. Holiday travelers are urged to arrive early and brace for long lines and crowded parking lots at MEM.
MPD responded to 205 crashes in 18 hours
In the hour before MPD’s inclement weather policy was issued, police responded to 43 crashes. There were 23 crashes in the following hour, and 22 the next.
Olive Branch copes with low gas pressure amid extreme cold
A warming shelter has opened in DeSoto County due to extreme cold, and Northcentral Electric Cooperative has canceled rolling blackouts.
Martin: Is this Penny Hardaway’s best start at Memphis?
Thoughts from John Martin as the Tigers prepare to soon open American Athletic Conference play.
Gary Parrish leaving 92.9 FM
The sports radio talk show host is ending his 13-year run on 92.9FM, but Parrish has another project in the works.
Bane talks return; Morant doubles down on West take
Morant and Bane offer their thoughts on Bane’s return and where the Grizzlies stand in the West.
Social Club: Memphians top Billboard, NPR best 2022 music lists
Nike releases classic Penny Hardaway sneakers and Memphis artists, producers receive critical acclaim.
NASA pinpoints vulnerabilities in aquifer
In some areas of West Tennessee, water is being pumped from the Memphis Sand Aquifer more quickly than it’s being replenished by rainfall.
Herrington shares his picks for best films, actors, actresses of 2022
From big-screen blockbusters to cheap chillers, Oscar favorites to under-the-radar international flicks, Chris Herrington shares his top films of 2022 — just in time for your holiday weekend viewing.
Opinion: Micah Greenstein’s letter from Israel
The senior rabbi of the largest synagogue in Tennessee on how “religious and nationalist zealots of all faiths can wreck any country, as we all know – and Israel is on the brink of disenfranchising the majority of the Jewish people in the Diaspora.”
Conaway: Christmas time, together at table and memory
“Four generations of two families over five decades have spent Christmas Eve with us around this table.”
Metro
The Early Word: A Celtic crash, a deal for JJJ to stay and a new Penny in town
A man has been charged in the Memphis Rox shooting, the County Commission went back to the budget and there’s a new option for game night.
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Business
Outgoing leader navigated health department through turbulent times
Shelby County Health Department Director Dr. Michelle Taylor, a White Station High graduate, takes the helm of the Baltimore City Health Department on Aug. 4.
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Real Estate Supporting local businesses starts at Where Grit Meets Growth
Transportation & Logistics Airport to be named after FedEx founder
Sports
Why Grizzlies free agent addition Ty Jerome could be big deal
Ty Jerome may not be Desmond Bane, but his production off the bench for Cleveland last season showed signs of serious potential. Related content:
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies, Jaren Jackson Jr. agree to $240M deal
High School Sports Daily Memphian’s sports staff wins three first places in state writing contest
Food
What to order: Turkey and dressing feeds the soul at The Four Way
The Four Way in South Memphis knows special-occasion food doesn’t have to be relegated to holidays and family gatherings.
Suburbs
Fire in the sky: Officials urge safety first with fireworks
While many people enjoy the sound and fury of fireworks around Independence Day, there are dangers associated with the firecrackers and Roman candles.
Arts & Culture
Pro tips for pollinator gardens
How to get more native plants into your yard — and your life. Related content:
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Fresh ideas
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of a Memphian’s new take on a garden.