Arkansas edges Kansas in epic AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Wednesday’s AutoZone Liberty Bowl was the 64th in the game’s long and storied history. It may well take 64 more games to be equaled.Related stories:
McGowen: Normal pressure for most coming Thursday a.m.
While normal water pressure and availability should be restored, Memphians can expect to remain under the city’s boil-water advisory for at least another day or two.
LIVE BLOG: Memphis-area updates on water and utility problems
Penny Hardaway says Ja Morant’s shoe is ‘history in the city’
Memphis Tigers coach Penny Hardaway said he loves that Grizzlies star Ja Morant received his own signature Nike shoe, and he might wear a pair of Morant’s sneakers on the sideline to represent.
24-hour mental health crisis program planned for Binghampton
The nonprofit provider was awarded a four-year federal grant that will be used to develop a new crisis outpatient program.
D.C. Scorecard: Cohen catches the omnibus, Kustoff passes
The Daily Memphian’s D.C. Scorecard tracks votes and positions by the city’s four representatives in Washington on two large spending bills and the ongoing saga of Title 42.
Buckley: The night Arkansas and Kansas went wild in Memphis
Twenty-four records were broken or tied as Arkansas and Kansas went to triple-overtime in the 2022 AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
College football playoff boasts Memphis ties
Local players — and a former high school coach in the city — will be a part of college football’s biggest stage.
What to look for in Memphis’ AAC-opener against USF
Thursday’s contest with South Florida should give Memphis a chance to ease into conference play and build momentum moving forward. Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya and Martin on Memphis’ adjusted expectations Why is Tyler Harris no longer a Tiger? Hardaway wanted to be ‘comfortable mentally’Related stories:
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‘Memphis’ novelist celebrates fiction debut — and Black women
From the beginning, Tara M. Stringfellow knew she wanted the protagonist to be an artist.
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Why is Tyler Harris no longer a Tiger? Hardaway wanted to be ‘comfortable mentally’
Penny Hardaway opened up about why South Florida’s Tyler Harris didn’t return to Memphis this offseason.
City denies MPD failed to properly investigate a 2021 rape allegation against Cleotha Henderson
A lawsuit includes a claim that had a 2021 rape been properly investigated and had Cleotha Henderson been arrested, the abduction and murder of Eliza Fletcher could have been avoided.
Table Talk: Tired of water boils, done with Christmas, but ready for 2023
Water boils are inconvenient at home but a crisis for restaurants; it’s time to address our aging infrastructure and fix this mess. Meanwhile, sip on some hot buttered rum and welcome in 2023.
Herrington: Something has struck at the core of the Grizzlies
The Grizzlies played as if their noisy, high-profile loss to Golden State had knocked the wind from them, and they were able to catch their breath only fleetingly.
Non-essential water use allowed again
Under its drought management plan, MLGW prohibited non-essential water use, including car washes, but rolled back that mandate on Wednesday, Dec. 28. Related stories:
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Court halts execution of Christa Gail Pike in Tennessee for a murder she committed at age 18
A federal appeals court halted the execution of Christa Pike about an hour before it was set to begin Wednesday.
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City of Memphis ‘What an honor’: Loren Roberts emotional as work starts on clubhouse named for him
Business
Inked: Alo Yoga stretches to Southaven; Music, film nonprofit taking Front stage
North Mississippi continues to see renewed large-scale industrial activity — this time with a California-based yoga brand. Plus, MVP3 is getting a Downtown space on Front Street.
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Transportation & Logistics Mississippi senator announces millions for roadway improvements in DeSoto County
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Sports
The AM/DM podcast: With football ongoing and basketball season getting underway, we’re talking Tigers
Today, we talk about former players rejoining as coaches, the basketball team’s predilection for 3-pointers and what it will take to get season ticket-holders back into seats.
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High School Sports Dandy Dozen: Briarcrest moves into No. 1 spot
City of Memphis ‘What an honor’: Loren Roberts emotional as work starts on clubhouse named for him
Food
Annual Southern Foodways event to be held in Memphis
The Memphis event is only the third time in almost 30 years the Southern Foodway’s symposium has been held outside of Oxford, Mississippi.
Premium Food News The baker behind Moore Truffles pivots to cookies — and a bright purple shed
Suburbs
Collierville considering e-bike education over regulations
Collierville’s proposed guidelines on e-bikes focus on aligning with state law and educating teens about the rules and risks.
Transportation & Logistics Mississippi senator announces millions for roadway improvements in DeSoto County
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Tom Cruise vs. Anne Hathaway, ‘The History of Concrete’
Choose your fighter, celebrity movie-opening edition.
Spirit of Memphis Minnesota artist claims fourth victory at national duck stamp competition
Opinion
Opinion: David Weatherspoon on suspending the gas tax and supporting public safety for District 31
“Tennesseans, like voters across the country, have become disillusioned with the current caustic political environment. I will bring decency back to the state Capitol. I will bring integrity back to the state Legislature.”
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The AM/DM podcast: With football ongoing and basketball season getting underway, we’re talking Tigers
Today, we talk about former players rejoining as coaches, the basketball team’s predilection for 3-pointers and what it will take to get season ticket-holders back into seats.
Collierville The AM/DM podcast: Departure leaves Collierville looking for a new town administrator
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Daily Jigsaw: Sprinkling hope
This jigsaw puzzle shows a rendering of the film room in the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium, which the University of Memphis provided.