Bill Lee highlights faith and fiscal responsibility at second inauguration
“The halfway point of any endeavor is a good time to reflect, but it’s an even better time to plan — to focus on the work still ahead,” the governor said.
Five Memphis Police officers fired after investigation into death of Tyre Nichols
The investigation concluded they violated multiple department policies, including excessive use of force, duty to intervene and duty to render aid. Related story:
Georgia Southern transfer kicker commits to Memphis
Former Georgia Southern kicker Alex Raynor made 18-of-20 field goals and lead the Sun Belt Conference in scoring with 103 points this past season.
South Memphis pharmacist Charles Champion dies at 92
Charles Champion was the first Black pharmacist at John Gaston Hospital, now known as Regional One Health.
Greening up the great indoors: Houseplant seminar offers tips
Urban Earth Garden Market and Nursery in Midtown hosts the “Houseplant Seminar: Aroid Edition” for fans of philodendrons and their kin.
Baneville: How Desmond Bane became ‘the face of Richmond’
Desmond Bane is the face of Richmond, Indiana. His hometown roots, and specifically his time in “Baneville,” shaped the Grizzlies guard into the person he is today.
What to look for in Memphis’ game against Cincinnati
Memphis’ battle on Sunday, Jan. 22, with its long-time rival presents a key opportunity for the Tigers to pick up a Quadrant 2 victory.
Local education group earns $15M grant for community schools project
“This is a true game-changer not only for the schools that will be the first to implement this strategy but serves as a much-needed resource for families and communities.”
Grizzlies lose to Lakers in ‘terrible effort’
Taylor Jenkins said the Lakers competed harder for the full 48 minutes in a “terrible effort” by the Grizzlies that snapped an 11-game winning streak. Related stories:
Harvest Church crash leaves behind business owners, religious leaders
Four members of Germantown’s Harvest Church were killed in a plane crash in Yoakum, Texas, leaving behind church leaders, family members and community officials.
15-year-old accused in Eason-Williams’ killing transferred to adult court
A 15-year-old accused in the July killing of Rev. Autura Eason-Williams will be transferred to adult court while a second 16-year-old suspect will stay in juvenile court.
Recipe Exchange: Orange Chiffon Cake (like Goldsmith’s?)
Is this the requested Goldsmith’s orange chiffon cake? Not officially, but it could be close. It’s a Southern Living recipe developed by cake baker extraordinaire —and native Memphian — Pam Lolley.
Friday prep report: Bartlett runs away in the third quarter, downs Southwind
Christian Alston leads with 16 points as Tennessee’s second-ranked Class 4A team flashes its vast potential.
Letter to the Editor: ‘Our parks should not become political, race-related objects’
“I have never heard anyone associate the name Audubon with racism. Our parks should not become political, race-related objects! How many taxpayers’ dollars are paid for unnecessary, renamed street signs and new park signs?”
MSCS superintendent search advisory committee calls for more community input
Committee members asked that additional input surveys be created once the district’s board of education picks a search firm that will help MSCS find superintendent candidates.
National Civil Rights Museum moves to digitize archives
Russell Wigginton, president of the NCRM, says on “Behind The Headlines” the museum’s expansion includes digitizing 11,000 items not currently on display.
Germantown Pharmacy aims for hometown feel in new spot
After three years of operation through the challenges of a pandemic, Germantown Pharmacy has been successful enough to outgrow its space on Exeter Road. The business has relocated to 7465 Poplar Ave.
Junior Achievement opens Binghampton HQ
Designed for fifth- and sixth-grade students, JA’s BizTown program combines in-class learning with a day-long visit to the simulated town where elementary schoolers operate banks, manage restaurants, write checks and vote for mayor of their “town.”
Conaway: General Assembly provides plenty of column fodder
The Tennessee General Assembly is the sure-fire cure for writer’s block. The problem isn’t getting 750 to 1,000 words out of whatever they’re up to; the problem is stopping.
Social Club: Grizz fans fawn over Yo Gotti’s courtside date
Plus: Julien Baker’s band boygenius makes the cover of Rolling Stone.
Brian Kelsey to be sentenced March 28, not in June
The Germantown Republican pleaded guilty on Nov. 22 to two counts related to his unsuccessful run for Congress in 2016; about two weeks later, the Tennessee Supreme Court suspended his license to practice law.
Le Bonheur adding new high-tech ambulances
The ambulances will be funded by nearly $1 million U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Memphis) secured through the congressional appropriations process.
Southaven mulls new standards for hotel development
“We have a great market, but we’re in a situation where we need to slow it down a little bit because we can get overdone in this area.”
Grizzlies podcast: Grizzlies extend winning streak to eleven
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Memphis’ 11-game winning streak.
Prithee, where should Panta pop-ups present post Portugal?
Jennifer and Chris brainstorm some food they’d like to see Kelly English serve at his series of pop-ups, but they can’t manage to feed themselves breakfast reliably.
Kevin Keough on restaurants, bars and his hatred of ‘mixology’
One of the original owners of the Beauty Shop and now owner of Bar Keough and Cafe Keough talks about belly dancers, his love of chickens and the sweet, wonderful smell of burnt rosemary.
Oh Snap: This week’s best photos
If you like any of the following, we might have a picture for you this week: Cats, pizza, trees, the Memphis Grizzlies or Tigers basketball. Take a look and vote for your favorite.
Metro
Violent crime down but property crimes, including vehicle thefts, way up
Major violent crime was down 5.1% in Memphis and 5% in Shelby County for 2022 compared to the year prior. But major property crime — mainly driven by more than a 100% increase in vehicle thefts — is up. Related story:
Elections Paul Young has most money in Memphis mayoral campaign coffers
Business
FedEx to lay off 10% of officer and director teams
Following two back-to-back quarters that saw FedEx report earnings well below company expectations, the shipping giant has been enacting sweeping cost-cutting initiatives.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Portland’s Lillard outduels Grizzlies in 42-point performance
Damian Lillard’s 42 points were too much to overcome in a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Related story:
Memphis Tigers Football Gabe Kuhn to succeed Gary Parrish on 92.9 FM ESPN
Food
Table Talk: Elwood’s No. 2 used to be a Leonard’s; February lunch takes us to Catalonia
Plus, Alcenia’s B.J. Chester-Tamayo killed it during her “Good Morning America” appearance: “Betty Joyce will feed your head, your heart, and, baby, I got your stomach.”
Suburbs
Scooter’s Coffee one step closer to brewing in Southaven
The Southaven Planning Commission endorsed the site plan for a new coffee kiosk and drive-thru location, a plan that goes to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for final approval.
Neighborhoods
Teacher, banker find a second act at Getwell Elementary
Despite coming from different professional worlds, from different cities and even different countries, both wound up as teachers at Getwell Elementary in Parkway Village.
Arts & Culture
Shell on Wheels to bring music to more parts of the Mid-South
“We want everyone to feel a piece of Shell magic in their community,” said the Shell’s executive director. “The Shell is a bright spot in Memphis, and everyone should have this joy that we have here.”
Opinion
Sanford: Family of Tyre Nichols deserves justice for a fun-loving son
Memphians, who already feel beleaguered by violent crime that at times seems out of control, must now come to grips with the fact that elements within the police department — however small — are partakers of criminal violence themselves.
Podcasts
Lincoln Park subdivision breaks ground in South Memphis
The affordable housing development has been a decade in the making. Construction begins amidst a new push to scale affordable housing in blighted areas beyond isolated units as well as new concerns about how nonprofits get the land for development.