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
Judge who presided over Lindsey Whiteside case recuses himself, blasts DA
In his recusal, Judge Andrew Howorth added a severe warning about the implications of pressure tactics on the judicial system, stating this “approximates the manner in which courts operate in authoritarian regimes, such as North Korea and Iran.”
Education For young people who struggle with their emotions, free help is available.
Public Safety Cleotha Abston rape conviction upheld by Appeals Court
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Memphis is left out of Guard lawsuit; PD’s office struggles
Business
Memphis has an affordable housing shortage, but a new program will help reduce it
How will 20 local developers work to close the gap on 30,000 affordable homes?
Premium Business No need for stage fright, this karaoke club lets you sing in private
Premium Real Estate Daily Memphian seminar to focus on developing Downtown and Midtown
Transportation & Logistics Manufacturer to close Memphis facilities, lay off 152 employees
Sports
Memphis men’s basketball’s 2025-26 tipoff times, TV designations released
Twenty-one of Memphis’ 31 regular-season games will be nationally televised.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Coach Cal Countdown: The Tigers had an answer for Adam Morrison and Gonzaga. It took a village.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball After nearly two decades, the 2007-08 Memphis Tigers will finally get their ‘just due’
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Calkins: The Grizzlies are tipping off their 25th season in Memphis. Here’s to 25 more.
Food
From Broad Avenue to the national stage: Wiseacre wins gold (and silver)
Sky Dog Amber was awarded Gold in the International Amber Lager category, and Tiny Bomb picked up Silver in the German-style Pilsener category.
Suburbs
Judge who presided over Lindsey Whiteside case recuses himself, blasts DA
In his recusal, Judge Andrew Howorth added a severe warning about the implications of pressure tactics on the judicial system, stating this “approximates the manner in which courts operate in authoritarian regimes, such as North Korea and Iran.”
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Springsteen’ on screen, Halloween favorite films
With Halloween around the corner, here are some spooky films — new and old — to get you in the spirit.
Opinion
Opinion: What the federal task force proves about the council’s traffic-stop policy
“Instead of treating a horrific tragedy as an isolated incident and holding those specific officers accountable, the council put the entire MPD culture — and legitimate policing — on trial.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: In our Calipari era
Sixteen years ago, University of Memphis basketball coach John Calipari left Memphis for the University of Kentucky, leaving a lot of memories in his wake.