Grizzlies beat Thunder, Ja Morant sets new triple-double mark
Grizzlies star Ja Morant passed Marc Gasol for the most triple-doubles in franchise history during a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.Related story:
Desmond Bane out another three to four weeks with toe sprain
The Grizzlies still have not played a game with Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Dillon Brooks all available.
Herrington: Why the bad news on Bane might not slow down the Grizz
The Grizzlies will have to hope that Bane makes it back in due time, that “almost” continues to be close enough, and that Morant, Brooks and Jackson can remain healthy to maintain that “almost.”
$400M Cordova project breaks ground
“This is a wonderful Christmas present for Cordova,” Memphis City Councilwoman Rhonda Logan said. “This will be the catalyst needed for Cordova … and is a perfect example of a public-private partnership.”
MLGW rejects TVA’s long-term contract
MLGW will continue its 80-year relationship with TVA through its current contract, but Commissioner Carl Person encouraged the board to work closely with the utility to seek an agreement that best suits Memphis and its ratepayers.
Southern Heritage Classic announces 2023 teams
Founder Fred Jones announces who will play in the Classic against Tennessee State in 2023 and 2024.
TBI offering $2M contract to test 1,000 sexual assault kits
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued a request for proposals on Monday, Dec. 5, for contractors to test around 1,000 backlogged sexual assault kits by next summer.
That’s the ticket! Local company changes film festival scene
This season, Sundance Film Festival attendees will buy their passes through Eventive, a ticketing app made for Indie Memphis by 15-year-old Theo Patt in 2015.
Bartlett High to host top out-of-state basketball talent in Battle of the Bluff
The basketball event features 42 games, beginning on Thursday.
Dixie Greyhound project hits speed bump
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, the Design Review Board approved plans for the Downtown Mobility Center, two Madison Avenue projects and partially approved the Dixie Greyhound mixed-used development in Uptown.
Love it, Like it or Hate it: Reviewing Memphis’ win over Little Rock
Just three days after its most impressive showing of the season in a win over Ole Miss, did the Memphis Tigers take Little Rock seriously?
Former Georgia Tech O-lineman commits to Memphis
R.J. Adams is a 6-3, 329-pound athlete with three years of eligibility remaining.
P.O. Press’ Gentry to open Downtown restaurant next month
Chef Jimmy Gentry enters the Downtown restaurant scene with The Lobbyist, opening in The Chisca.
Tigers Football Insider: Silverfield doesn’t mind the later bowl game
The coaching staff is able to continue hitting the recruiting trail while the Tigers have time for extra practices as they look toward next season.
Julian Bolton first to file in crowded Democratic field for state House District 86
The former Shelby County commissioner filed Monday, Dec. 5, in the January Democratic primary special election. There are six other Democrats with qualifying petitions out ahead of the Dec. 15 filing deadline.
Table Talk: Good gravy! Holiday events, gravy takes and our favorite Asian restaurants
The holiday season is here, and events are happening, and for our December reader lunch, we’re swinging with Erling. But first, let’s talk gravy.
Daily Memphian’s holiday reader lunch will be a swinging one
For our December lunch, we’ll feast on a buffet at Erling Jensen Small Bites and play a few games at the Topgolf Swing Suite.
Martin: Could Memphis fans be seeing Fuente again?
The former University of Memphis coach says he’s definitely interested in getting back into college football.Related story:
MSCS sued by two charter schools for attempted closure
The schools allege in the suit that Memphis-Shelby County Schools based its recommendation to revoke their charters on incomplete performance data from the Tennessee Department of Education.
Southaven adds farmers market to Silo Square plans
As the Southaven Board of Aldermen approves more layers for the development, the city’s town square-type project continues to grow.
Germantown’s Hernandez wins Mr. Football award
The senior is just the second Shelby-Metro kicker to claim the state’s top prize.
Inked: Commercial real estate seminar, Memphis ‘Best Places to Go in 2023’
This week’s Inked discusses emerging trends from the Daily Memphian’s commercial real estate seminar, new apartment complex coming to East Memphis, and recognition for Memphis tourism.
NFL Week 13: Notable performances from former Tigers
Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard scored multiple touchdowns in a game for the third time this season.
Vinegar Jim’s in Arlington closes next week
Vinegar Jim’s, a mainstay at Arlington’s Depot Square for more than two decades, is closing this month, as the owners move on concentrating on their personal lives.
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
Elections Brent Taylor acknowledges sending nude photos
Premium Elections Sanford: Taylor’s sexting scandal renders him unfit for Congress. But the voters will ultimately decide.
Business
Developers break ground on Union Station’s first phase
The project will start with the townhomes for the first phase, followed by the single-tenant retail building and, finally, the hotel component.
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight’s first-ever earnings release includes mixed results
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
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
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Analyzing how the Tigers have split running back carries this season
Memphis Grizzlies NBA box score: Grizzlies 124, Trail Blazers 103
High School Sports High school football statistical leaders through Week 10 games
Food
Food Files: Downtown coffee shop closing
The coffee shop will close after more than two years in Downtown Memphis. Plus, Dutch Bros looks to another location on Poplar Avenue.
Premium Real Estate Bakery coming to Germantown’s Thornwood
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
Sudoku: Oct. 30
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.