It’s the shoes: Ja Morant discusses the dunk he always wanted
The Indianapolis crowd full of Pacers fans erupted when Ja Morant made his dunk, and the Memphis Grizzlies were the road team. No one could believe what they just witnessed.
Bane, Morant shine as Grizzlies beat Pacers
Desmond Bane had a happy homecoming and Ja Morant’s dunk went viral in the Grizzlies’ win over Indiana. Related story:
Graceland mourners remember Lisa Marie Presley
Tourists join Memphians outside the gates of Graceland, paying their respects to the King of Rock ‘n' Roll’s only child: “She was the daughter of a legend...” Lisa Marie Presley to be buried at Graceland ‘Passionate, strong and loving’: Tom Hanks, Billy Idol, Sean Lennon remember Lisa Marie PresleyRelated stories:
Cancer-causing chemical endangering Memphis due to EPA’s inaction, lawsuit alleges
The EPA included Memphis’ Sterilization Services of Tennessee on a list of high-risk facilities in August, but a pending lawsuit says the agency is moving too slowly; the Memphis City Council is also considering what actions it can take.
What to look for when Memphis Tigers play against Temple Owls
The Tigers hit the road to take on Temple in Philadelphia at 2 p.m. Sunday, just four days after falling to UCF 107-104 in double overtime on Wednesday.
Dates set for when Germantown Kroger can’t sell beer
Kroger in Germantown will not be allowed to sell beer Monday through Thursday, Jan. 16-19, 2023.
Cohen, Kustoff on either side of Washington’s new power balance
Republican David Kustoff sees the prolonged balloting for the new Speaker as a healthy sign for Republican unity. Democrat Steve Cohen says Republicans will remain unified in the short term, but not in the longer term.
Portrait unveiled for first female Tennessee Supreme Court chief justice
Prior to her 1996 appointment to the Tennessee Supreme Court, Justice Janice Holder was elected to Division II of the Circuit Court of Tennessee for the 30th Judicial District in Memphis in 1990.
MLGW CEO McGowen: Priority is infrastructure overhaul
MLGW president and CEO Doug McGowen says his priority is finding ways to accelerate the $1.2 billion, five-year plan to upgrade the utility’s infrastructure.
Recipe Exchange: Cafe Roux’s Shrimp and Crawfish Etouffee
Here’s a nice shrimp and crawfish etouffee from Cafe Roux, and if you want to adapt it to make Catfish Acadian, go right ahead.
Cardinals Caravan rolls into Memphis with top prospects
If all goes as St. Louis would like, outfielder Jordan Walker won’t be back to Memphis but pitcher Tink Hence could be in a Redbirds uniform before the 2023 season is done.
Month-long art showcase coming to Marshall Arts, Slim & Husky’s
A month-long art showcase will feature installations from more than 30 visual artists in two art galleries.
Friday prep report: Arlington downs Bartlett in match-up of state-ranked 4A teams
Tierney Kelsey and Brittani Wells lead the way for Tigers in the I Have a Dream Classic.
Opinion: The winter storm that blew TVA’s cover
“TVA’s days of boasting of reliability ‘superior’ to its neighbors, simply does not hold up to the fact check. Especially when facing the aftermath of acts of God level destruction and storms or extreme temperatures.”
New wave of Bartlett leadership sworn in
Bartlett aldermen approved more than two dozen of Mayor David Parsons appointees, ushering in a new wave of department leaders.
Social Club: ESPN gets a taste of Pollard’s, GloRilla makes hip-hop watch list
Last Sunday’s NFL Countdown featured a mini-documentary on Dallas Cowboys running back and Memphis native Tony Pollard, whose family owns Pollard’s Bar-B-Que.
Letter to the Editor: ‘Memphis has people who can do remarkable things’
This was a case where police, fire, and social services as well as neighbors responded with remarkable speed and care. Memphis has people who can do remarkable things.
What does it take to write novels and short stories plus spend 30 years as a journalist?
David Williams talks about his second novel, his writing process, and his 30 years as a reporter and editor at The Commercial Appeal on this week’s episode of The Sidebar.
Ranking French fries, worst to best
You know you have a favorite kind of French fry, whether it’s a shoestring, fast food fries or waffle cut. So do Jennifer and Chris, and we talk about it on Sound Bites.
Grizzlies podcast: Jaren Jackson Jr. is NBA award favorite
Jaren Jackson Jr. is the favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year. Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down his chances.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
The Daily Memphian captured Lisa Marie Presley’s last appearance in Memphis, and five days later, photographer Mark Weber was at Graceland, where fans remembered the daughter of the King of Rock and Roll.
Metro
Memphis Parks Director leaving the city
Nick Walker has been the head of Memphis Parks since 2019.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Star fights Chickasaw gates, and Feagins won’t back down
Business
Longtime Memphis law firms start new year with merger
A Memphis law firm with expertise in estate planning and trusts will join forces with one well-versed in real estate, corporate, and labor and employment law.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Epicenter’s evolving role in Memphis’ start-up ecosystem
Sports
Tigers Basketball Insider: Hardaway needs PJ Haggerty ‘out of his shell’
Though PJ Haggerty is an All-American candidate and one of the biggest reasons for the No. 19 Tigers’ success, Coach Penny Hardaway thinks he can be even better.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: Long road trips, workhorse Jaren, and the end to a rumor
Food
What to Order: The Mad Grocer’s Reuben
“Mad Grocer” Max Hussey approaches sandwiches through the lens of a fine dining chef. His Reuben is a prime example.
Suburbs
Lakeland mayor reflects on first two years
The past two years have been a busy time for Lakeland Mayor Josh Roman. Overseeing a city as its mayor tends to take a lot of attention.
Arts & Culture
Finding your stride: Which Memphis running group is right for you?
Runners can rack up the miles with like-minded friends on trails, through scavenger hunts or with a beer at the end.
Opinion
Herrington: Jimmy Butler to the Grizzlies? The anatomy of a rumor.
No evidence of Grizzlies interest in Jimmy Butler doesn’t necessarily mean there’s no interest. But if you look closely at the parameters and complications of a potential Butler deal, it still feels pretty unlikely.
Podcasts
Reporters dig into crime, Mulroy ouster attempt, other top 2024 stories
Violent crime and efforts to battle it were among the top stories of the year as discussed in a reporters’ roundtable on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Nagoya House is a bowl of fun
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of the warm and hearty spicy tonkotsu at Nagoya House in Cooper-Young.