Calkins: How’d Alex Lomax save the game? He did it the Memphis way.
Memphis was careening toward a bad loss against East Carolina Saturday. What happened? Alex Lomax happened. He stole the ball and saved the day.
Buckley: Conflicted Penny just isn’t sure what to do
Hardaway admits after win over ECU he’s still wrestling with how to handle Memphis Tigers playing time
Memphis surges past ECU, but performance leaves questions
For the third consecutive game, Memphis came out flat against an opponent it should’ve had no problem putting away early.Related stories:
Junior college tight end commits to Memphis and Tigers add to coaching staff
Tigers land junior college tight end Brendan Doyle and former Tennessee Titans receiver Justin Hunter announced he’s joining the Memphis football staff.
Public forum pushes for solutions to juvenile crime
“I’m committed for our police department to do what we can, not just to be reactive and responsible, but also to be proactive to keep children out of the hands of the justice system,” MPD Chief C.J. Davis said.
What happens to guns after police seize them?
From 2017 to 2021, an estimated 1.8 million guns were stolen, according to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Penny Hardaway says Tigers’ communication, chemistry ‘off a little bit’
After Sunday’s loss to Tulane — the second straight game in which Memphis gave up 86 or more points — coach believes some unforeseen issues are to blame for the Tigers’ recent hiccups.Related story:
Chase bank set to enter Memphis market
Chase, which reported assets of $3.31 trillion in 2022, plans to open at least six branches in the Memphis area and employ eight to 10 people at each location.
Late Stax Records founder Jim Stewart to receive ‘special’ Grammy
Other Memphians to receive the award include Sun Records founder Sam Phillips (1991), Beale Street jazz legend W.C. Handy (1993) and Royal Studios impresario Willie Mitchell (2008).
Friday prep report: Haynes heats up for Briarcrest in victory over East
Junior scores 24 points as Saints improve to 21-1.
Kudzukian, Momentum to help nonprofits up their digital game
Winners get free studio and production time; applications open Jan. 18.
Memphis hires special teams coordinator
Announcement comes as the hiring of a new offensive line coach falls through for the Tigers.
Transfer defensive lineman commits to Memphis
A former Florida Atlantic University defensive end has announced his commitment to join the Tigers.Related story:
Daily Memphian 2022 postseason football awards
Here are this year’s Daily Memphian postseason football awards, honoring our offensive and defensive players of the year along with special teams, freshman and coach recognition as well as our all-metro teams for the 2022 season.
TSWA All-State Teams
Tennessee Sports Writers Association announces all-state teams for football, volleyball, golf, cross-country and girls soccer.
Talking Grizzlies defense, sophomores and the trade market with John Hollinger
Chris Herrington and The Athletic’s John Hollinger talk about the defensive rise of Dillon Brooks, the sophomore seasons of Santi Aldama and Ziaire Williams and how the Grizzlies might approach the trade market.
Park? Music venue? Wedding site? Executive director discusses Botanic Garden
Mike Allen, the Botanic Garden’s executive director, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to talk about all the different aspects of the Botanic Garden and plans for expansion.
Political Roundup: Narrowing the race for mayor and a Bolton-Pearson clash
The co-founder of the People’s Convention said on The Daily Memphian’s “On The Record” podcast a 2023 edition of the gathering could serve to whittle down the field in this year’s race for Memphis mayor. Meanwhile state House District 86 contenders clashed Tuesday, Jan. 3, at a community forum.
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip was on hand to capture the fun as skiers swooshed into the new year.
Penny Hardaway, Nike to release sneaker inspired by Lester Middle
Report: Nike is releasing a pair of its Air Max Penny 1 with a colorway inspired by the Binghampton school where Penny once coached.
Metro
More than 10,000 MLGW customers without power Wednesday morning
The utility’s outage map showed about 33 outages and more than 10,000 customers without power within the Interstate-240 loop.
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Business
Memphis entrepreneur builds national wellness empire
Memphis entrepreneur Sam Nelson, 41, owns a company that supplies the staff for corporate wellness programs in all 50 U.S. states.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Memphis wing restaurant owes Grizzlies star $365K
An independent arbitrator ruled the restaurant owes Ja Morant money for breaching a deal it had with the basketball star.
Premium High School Sports Houston’s Percoski steps out of the shadows and into a starring role
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
39 apply for 2 alderman openings in Collierville
Collierville had 39 residents apply for its two open alderman positions. According to the town charter, the town has less than two weeks to select its new alderman.
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
Hill: Believe now? Zach Edey is (still) the rightful ROTY favorite
“Before the doubts about his NBA potential loudened, Rookie of the Year contender Zach Edey was in the gym three times a day preparing for his professional opportunity.”
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
Word Flower: Jan. 7
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game that people of all ages can enjoy.