Turnovers hurt Grizzlies in loss to Wizards
The Memphis Grizzlies are 0-3 after losing at the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Turnovers proved to be costly.Related stories:
Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winner
Instead of letting an earlier dropped touchdown pass impact his body language like years past, Memphis receiver Joseph Scates had the game-winning catch at the end.
Memphis blows huge lead, rallies in final minute to defeat North Texas
The Tigers trailed by four with 47 seconds remaining and Memphis needed to drive 75 yards to prevent losing after leading 31-7 in the first half. Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winnerRelated stories:
Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo, per report
The Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo when Ja Morant goes to the suspended list following the fifth game of the regular season, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania.
Andre Turner to coach against his alma mater in a game that’s ‘always special’
Turner, affectionately nicknamed “The Little General” during his Memphis State days, uses lessons he learned as a Tiger as he strives for success as a coach. What to look for in Memphis’ exhibition game against Lane CollegeRelated story:
Box score: Wizards 113, Grizzlies 106
The Memphis Grizzlies played the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington.
India Fest returns after three-year hiatus
“This festival plays a very pivotal role in fostering cross-cultural awareness and education,” said Manjit Kaur, India Association of Memphis board member.
Kontji Anthony not only talks about her return to TV, she sings!
The long-time and much-loved TV anchor talks about her new show on WREG, her career in local journalism and how she saved Eric Barnes from catastrophic embarrassment during a recent mayoral debate. Plus she dances. And sings!
What to look for in Memphis’ exhibition game against Lane College
There are plenty of things to keep an eye on in what will be the first public, game-setting display for a new-look Memphis squad.
Behind ‘Community Conversations’ on crime and public safety
Beverly and Howard Robertson talk on “Behind The Headlines” about what they heard about crime from focus groups across the city as part of The Daily Memphian’s “Community Conversations” series. Memphis is in a ‘crime crisis,’ focus group participants say Who’s responsible for reducing crime? For some, the onus is on the mayor Like a weed, crime needs to be addressed at the root ‘Not willing to give up:’ What focus group participants said about crimeRelated content:
Box score: Memphis 45, North Texas 42
NCAA college football box score for Saturday’s game in Denton, Texas between the Memphis Tigers and North Texas Mean Green.
Tennessee grocery-tax holiday ends Oct. 31
Holiday bakers have just a few more days to stock up on tax-free flour, sugar, butter and other supplies. Most food and ingredients used to prepare food are exempt from sales tax.
Memphis-based Preserver Partners joins forces with Chicago firm
The firm, a Black-owned business led by two women, is joining forces with Channing Capital Management, whose co-founder is Rodney Herenton, son of the former Memphis Mayor.
Sound Bites: Our favorite Memphis brewery taprooms
In this episode of Sound Bites, Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield join Eric Barnes to talk about which local brewery taprooms have the best atmosphere, their favorite patios and the most delicious food options.
Metro
Council strikes compromise over city worker pay raises
Council member Pearl Walker proposed the amendment that would give all city employees a flat 3% raise across all divisions, superseding the 5% raises the City Council passed in May.
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Historically Black medical college coming to Memphis
Meharry’s expansion to Memphis is the first step in Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church’s $310 million, mixed-use development.
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Calkins: Why Santi Aldama asked a local kid to sing ‘Feliz Navidad.’ (It was for a good cause.)
Henry Douglas, age 8, decided to sing songs to generate contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. So who should make a request? Santi Aldama, from Spain.
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Food
What to order: At Aldo’s, go beyond the pizza
This dish is an amalgamation of delicious ingredients that come together for a sum that is even greater than its parts.
Suburbs
‘We cannot put profit before people’: Coalition blasts xAI’s turbine plans
Local civic leaders continue to question how Elon Musk’s xAI program will benefit the community among worries that it will potentially harm residents and drain resources.
Arts & Culture
The art of connection: Memphis artist crafts community one collage at a time
Through a podcast, artist gatherings, guided walks through Overton Park and his popular collage parties, visual artist and musician Zack Orsborn has found people who are, like, really creative.
Opinion
Herrington: Zach Edey injury adds to already challenging Grizzlies summer
The Memphis Grizzlies now find themselves in the familiar but unwelcome territory of having injury concerns with both their starting and backup centers. But Zach Edey’s injury raises larger concerns.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meeting Huey’s onion ring specialist
Edible Memphis editor Stacey Greenberg comes back to “Sound Bites” to talk about her food tour of Mexico City and old-school, longtime Memphis restaurants.
Games
Jigsaw: When worlds collage
This week’s puzzle features a photo from Like Really Creative’s monthly collage parties.