Ja Morant dazzles in win over Pistons
Ja Morant scored 33 points and delivered a bundle of highlights in Memphis’ win over the Pistons.Related story:
Running for the kids — and a personal best — at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon
When the going gets tough in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon, it helps to remember why you’re running.
Tigers to play in First Responder Bowl against Utah State
Memphis will meet Utah State of the Mountain West on Dec. 27 in Dallas.
Arkansas, Kansas set for AutoZone Liberty Bowl
The city’s postseason classic announced on Sunday that Arkansas and Kansas will be the opponents for the 64th edition of the game, which will be played on Dec. 28 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
‘It’s all for these kids:’ Thousands unite at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon
More than 20,000 participants from all 50 states and 75 countries crowded the streets of Downtown Memphis for one of the biggest fundraising events of the year in the fight against childhood cancer.
McDonald wrapping up 20 years of leading Bartlett
At the end of this month, Mayor A. Keith McDonald steps down from his position leading the city as his fifth and final term comes to a close. David Parsons, elected Nov. 8, will move into the role on Jan. 1.
Tigers get two football commitments over the weekend
The Tigers now have 18 commitments for the 2023 recruiting class.
After win over Ole Miss, Tigers learning to live in the moment
Memphis built a 22-point lead in the first 12 minutes, and after an Ole Miss comeback, the Tigers hung on for the 11-point win at FedExForum.Related stories:
Calkins: A ‘legendary’ night for Alex Lomax and Memphis
Alex Lomax called it a “legendary” night. It was, at the very least, emphatic. Exactly 364 days after losing to Ole Miss in chaotic fashion, the Memphis Tigers exacted their revenge, 68-57.
What Daily Memphians think:
“We’ve been talking with Public Works about this for years. It’s exhausting to put vacant lots back into use, do something positive and then see our labor mowed over time and time again, even for registered community gardens. …” — Suzanne Carlson, about A plan for Washington Bottoms — with plenty of bees and butterflies
“Ja would absolutely crush the entire league in H-O-R-S-E” — Chris Leach, about Ja Morant dazzles in win over Pistons
“... A frequent walker, I’ve noticed that vehicles often turn left into crosswalks when the walk signal is on—because they’re still getting a green turn signal. That would be an easy fix. …” Susan Dynerman — about Number of Memphis pedestrian fatalities keeps climbing
A plan for Washington Bottoms — with plenty of bees and butterflies
Theo Davies envisions the long-blighted green space as a food source, as well as a habitat for native plants and pollinators, but the ecosystem he’s cultivating violates city ordinances.
Echols: Ja Morant’s game hints at something more. Something sacred.
“Each of us has a particular history, personality, community, set of strengths and weaknesses – and most importantly – heart full of loves. All of these are useful as we sort out how we might fit into Memphis.”
Saturday prep report: Power Center, Douglass, Overton win at Memphis vs. Atlanta Classic
But cold shooting hurt Cordova. The champions at least week’s MLK Classic dropped to 6-2 with a 53-43 loss to McDonough High from Atlanta.
Morris: ‘Merry Christmas’ should not be political
“My saying ‘Merry Christmas’ makes some people see me as a conservative, Republican, older, evangelical Southerner. Most of those judgments don’t actually describe who I am.”
DeAndre Williams had one thing in mind against Ole Miss
It was all about the win. But the Tigers big was just three assists shy of delivering a triple double in the victory over the Rebels.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Election Day and special session on redistricting
Also happening this week: It’s Memphis Art & Fashion Week, and Germantown wants residents to help plan for its future.
State Government Ahead of special session, Democrats want G.A. Hardaway’s vacant seat filled
Premium Real Estate Lausanne expanding campus in its centennial year
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2026 Elections Elections Special session bid to ‘Flip Memphis’ becomes tip of political iceberg
Business
Fueling a crisis: How war with Iran is impacting airlines, trucking industries in Memphis
“All you have to do is come to the gas station. And the reality at the gas station is the same reality that the airlines are having to deal with.”
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Transportation & Logistics Spirit Airlines shutting down immediately. How will it impact Memphis?
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Sports
He hit a 500-foot home run at 13. A decade later, St. Louis may get Blaze Jordan’s best self.
Blaze Jordan is off to the best start of his career this season, hitting .302 with six home runs in just 25 games with the Memphis Redbirds
Spirit of Memphis NASCAR greats Kyle and Richard Petty are rolling toward Graceland
Premium Sports Buckley: Kyle Petty on Memphis racing, Elvis, barbecue and more
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Food
U of M research is fighting the pit-falls of peach production
A new research project done by the University of Memphis scientists could save West Tennessee farmers by helping identify when a disease outbreak threatens their peach crop.
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Suburbs
Collierville sues over unfinished hotel near Carriage Crossing
The proposed Holiday Inn Express — visible to more than 3,200 drivers from State Route 385 — was approved in 2019.
2026 Elections Elections Germantown has low voter turnout despite mayoral referendum
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: Wu-Tang Clan closes out Riverbeat Music Fest, Day 2
The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip was on hand Saturday at Tom Lee Park to capture the Riverbeat Music Festival action.
Premium Arts & Culture Is meeting people in real life back?
Opinion
Buckley: Kyle Petty on Memphis racing, Elvis, barbecue and more
If IHRA plans materialize, racing will be back at a track where stock cars, trucks, hot rods and dragsters once ruled. But Kyle Petty tips his hat to the Memphis area’s sprint car roots.
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Podcasts
Congressional redistricting joins busy political horizon
A landmark Supreme Court ruling has put the boundaries for Tennessee’s nine congressional districts in play, especially the Memphis-centric district now represented by Democratic U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more For local Fashion Week, ‘Memphis is the host’
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Office tower sells
Today’s puzzle is of an office tower on Union Avenue Extended and was taken by Andy Ashby.