Fourth-quarter comeback falls short as Grizzlies lose to Hawks
The Memphis Grizzlies continued to balance rest and research as they took a 103-102 road loss to the Atlanta Hawks in their third preseason game. Related story:
Box score: Hawks 103, Grizzlies 102
The Memphis Grizzlies lost to the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023.
Beale Street Music Festival ‘paused,’ barbecue contest moves to Liberty Park
Memphis in May confirmed in a Thursday, Oct. 12, press release that, at least for next year, the music festival would be “paused” and the barbecue fest would move to Liberty Park.
Racquet Club site development gets board approval
The $500 million to $700 million Mid-City Memphis development will include a 260,000-square-foot hotel as well as office space, multifamily housing, age-restricted housing, townhouses, retail space and a 500,000-square-foot parking garage.
U of M athletic director: Delay on stadium could cost millions
Veatch says a delay could cost the University of Memphis years of revenue.
Doc’s liquor store closing in Germantown
The general manager of Doc’s Wine, Spirits & More in Germantown says nearby construction has impacted the store’s business.
Memphis native advances on ‘The Voice’
A Memphis native has advanced to the next round of the music competition TV show “The Voice” by wowing all four celebrity judges.
Voters choose Germantown senior as Player of the Week
B.J. Blake, a senior at Germantown, rushed for 268 yards on 16 carries against Bartlett on Oct. 6.
Herrington: Guessing the Grizzlies’ small forward pecking order
Here’s a guess at where that pecking order at small forward currently stands, and what’s key to each candidate’s hopes.
$10 Deal: Choose your own adventure at Dim Sum King
This week’s $10 Deal is more of a guide than directions down a specific path. With 49 different dishes, the combinations are plentiful — and delicious.
Memphis Tigers Podcast: How big is the Tulane game for coach Ryan Silverfield?
Memphis Tigers football beat writer Frank Bonner and senior writer Tim Buckley join host Greg Gaston on this week’s edition of The Daily Memphian Tigers Podcast with Greg Gaston to discuss how important this week’s game against Tulane is in coach Ryan Silverfield’s tenure.
Victim identified in deadly I-55 crash after police chase
A commercial vehicle driver on Interstate 55 in DeSoto County was killed when a suspect’s vehicle crossed the median killing the commercial driver.
New mayor wants pandemic-level response to crime
Memphis mayor-elect Paul Young answers questions from The Daily Memphian about his campaign, staffing plans, stadium funding and other issues.
Martin: Billy Richmond III’s recruitment is getting spicy, just like the old days
Will Billy Richmond’s Facebook posts regarding Penny Hardaway impact where his son Billy Richmond III decides to play college basketball?
Pinkowski, Jones, Ganus to talk Memphis development trends
An expert panel will talk about the area’s development projects during the Developing Memphis Seminar next week.
Trial date set for rape case against Cleotha Henderson
Shelby County Criminal Court Division VII Judge Lee Coffee set the trial date during a Thursday, Oct. 12, report date.
Methodist, U.S. government near settlement for lawsuit
Differences remain between Methodist and the government, including questions about attorney fees and a corporate integrity agreement the government wants to force on Methodist, but that the hospital says it will not accept.
Margolin Hebrew Academy shooting suspect waives preliminary hearing
Joel Bowman’s defense team plans a more thorough mental evaluation.
Pop Local contest produces six new tenants at Carriage Crossing
Edwards Realty had more than 200 applications, the most the company has ever seen in its “Pop Local” contest. The company ended up with six new businesses for Carriage Crossing.
The To-Do List: Swift on screen, Monster Market and fall fests galore
This week, artists collaborate onstage at the Tambourine Bash, Loaf and Cxffeeblack come together for brunch and Willie Nelson is on the road again (and coming to Southaven).
Hundreds gather in solidarity in wake of attacks in Israel
Hundreds of Memphians — including Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland and Mayor-elect Paul Young — gathered Wednesday at the Jewish Community Center in the wake of Saturday’s invasion of Israel by Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip.
Bartlett High achieves Apple Distinguished School distinction
Bartlett High received recognition recently as an Apple Distinguished School for teachings in technology and innovations in learning.
Metro
Thanks to her role in ‘Mufasa,’ Pilar is a star
Hollywood sound designer Watson Wu spent a week in Memphis in 2022 recording sounds at the zoo for “Mufasa: The Lion King.”
City of Memphis This Week in Memphis: School’s out for winter; Liberty Bowl game kicks off
Business
What’s on the road ahead for newly independent FedEx Freight
Analysts say FedEx Freight, worth $30 billion, should be traded against its peers, not locked up inside.
Premium Health Care Memphis wrap star, former St. Jude patient meet on reality show
Sports
Tigers LB Chandler Martin to enter NFL Draft
Memphis linebacker Chandler Martin is forgoing his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL Draft, he announced Sunday on X.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘It’s crazy, isn’t it?’: Grizzlies destruction tour rolls on in Atlanta
Food
$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
Suburbs
Collierville grad will be front and center in UT’s College Football Playoff
University of Tennessee drum major Christian Carroll, of Collierville, is only the third Black drum major in the school’s history.
Arts & Culture
UT’s three Black drum majors all have ties to Memphis
There have only been three Black drum majors in the more than 150 years since the University of Tennessee marching band was founded.
Opinion
Echols: It’s all about time
“Whether too much or not enough or just the right amount, time is the thread running through every last tidbit of our human existence. ... And time is what this season of Advent is all about.”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football season recap, basketball’s rough schedule
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner II, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss this year’s football season and the raised level of expectations for Memphis basketball as it prepares for its final two non-conference games.
Games
Crossword: GloRilla
Memphis rapper GloRilla’s visit to an Orange Mound high school inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.