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
Artwalk, street fair and festivals brighten an overcast Saturday
Memphians had quite a few fall festivals to visit Saturday, including the newcomer Evergreen Street Fair.
Update State Government Tennessee’s prisons chief is resigning after failed execution of Christa Pike
Behind The Headlines Justin J. Pearson says no U.S. military aid to Israel or Ukraine
Public Safety More than half of Tennessee death row inmates are from Shelby County
City of Memphis Broadband internet access expands in Orange Mound
Business
Menards, Scheels, Publix — what Memphians think should go into the former IKEA space
Though there is no official word yet on what will move into the space, we asked Daily Memphian readers what they think the unnamed retailer might be.
Premium Business Thompson Machinery pushing forward in Collierville
Financial Services Huntington National Bank investing $300K in Memphis for affordable housing, career training
Premium Real Estate Inked: Alo Yoga stretches to Southaven; Music, film nonprofit taking Front stage
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: ARTSmemphis adds to leadership
Sports
Martin: This Memphis football team looks like a title contender
This is a vastly more serious operation at Memphis under Charles Huff. The Tigers did exactly what good teams do; they imposed their will on both sides of the ball for a full 60 minutes.
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis receiving room hits stride at start of conference schedule
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers score a season high in win at Charlotte
Sports Bishop rushes for 220 yards, 3 TDs to lead No. 17 Tennessee over Auburn 24-14
Memphis Tigers Football Box score: Memphis 59, Charlotte 8
Food
Recipe Exchange: Mrs. Hippie Eats’ wild rice-stuffed acorn squash
“I love this dish because it reminds me of fall,” said the owner of Mrs. Hippie Eats in Hernando. “We’re trying to manifest cooler weather with dishes that feel more like Thanksgiving. It’s my favorite holiday.”
Premium Food News Food Files: Midtown’s No Comment to close
Suburbs
Artwalk, street fair and festivals brighten an overcast Saturday
Memphians had quite a few fall festivals to visit Saturday, including the newcomer Evergreen Street Fair.
North Mississippi Hernando police officer arrested
Arts & Culture
Hattiloo Theatre raises the curtain on city’s cultural identity for 20 years
This year’s Spirit of Memphis award recipient Ekundayo Bandele discusses how a self-described introvert went from rap battles in Brooklyn to running one the nation’s four freestanding Black theaters.
Spirit of Memphis Freedom Award honorees urge action against civil rights rollbacks at 35th ceremony
Opinion
Herrington: Ty Jerome is in line to be the Grizzlies’ point guard. But the team has options — lots of them.
With training camp wrapping up, Chris Herrington sorts through the Grizzlies' five options at point guard. Grizzlies reduce training camp roster ahead of preseason openerRelated content:
Guest Columnists Opinion: 1 year ago, they told Memphis to be afraid
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A year of the Memphis Safe Task Force
As of Sept. 29, the Memphis Safe Task Force has been on the ground in the city for a year.
Behind The Headlines Justin J. Pearson says no U.S. military aid to Israel or Ukraine
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Little Lupita
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Little Lupita pizza at Ronnie Grisanti’s Italian Restaurant that was taken by Sophia Surrett.