Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart calls out ‘embarrassing’ effort by team
Marcus Smart is sidelined with an ankle injury, but he called out an “embarrassing” effort by the Grizzlies that many fans could hear from the seats Sunday. Related stories:
Timberwolves blast cold-shooting Grizzlies
Wednesday’s game against the Utah Jazz is Memphis’ last chance to get a home win before the start of December. Related story:
AutoZone Park hosts a glowing wonderland
AutoZone Park’s Deck the Diamond Holiday Spectacular features archways, reindeers, presents and trains lighting up the ballpark, glowing gold, white and purple.
This Week in Memphis: 100 N. Main project kicks off; St. Jude runners hit the streets
Also happening: Bartlett could get food trucks, a star-studded holiday tribute to Elvis Presley airs and Collierville parents can speak their mind on school rezoning.
New Eats: Fine dining at Amelia Gene’s
The new restaurant opened on Front Street last month in the brick-and-steel maze that once held the William C. Ellis & Sons Ironworks & Machine Shop.
State fines Allied Universal Security for unlicensed guards
After one of its guards allegedly shot and killed a man at a Kroger gas station in Memphis, the State of Tennessee found the company employed 309 unlicensed guards during a six-month period.
Gun violence driving patient numbers, taking toll at Regional One
“Each of the last two years, we’ve had 1,400 patients come in from gun violence, and this year, we’re on pace to break that, which is really unthinkable,” said the chief of trauma at Regional One Health. Related story:
As Memphis sewer cutoff looms, DeSoto faces costly facility upgrades
A recent federal court ruling has put a timetable on part of DeSoto County to disconnect from a Memphis system treating its sewage, while other cities continue to manage their own systems.
Armored combat: Where mettle meets metal
Wearing medieval warrior gear and wielding longswords, members of Memphis Armored Fight Club thrash and clash with panache.
Greenstein: Lessons from leftover turkey
“It’s no great skill ... to enjoy life’s Thanksgiving days. Who is not thrilled to open presents on a birthday, relax on a holiday or eat fresh, roasted turkey? The real test of life is the day after. ...”
Echols: Linking creamed corn and politics — it’s more natural than you think
“Every person brings more to a disagreement than the rest of us will ever know. While my creamed corn debacle is a far cry from a presidential election in importance, what’s behind it is similar.”
Buckley: The Tigers aren’t in the AP Top 25. Come Monday, they should be.
Victories this week against Michigan and No. 20 Arkansas could vault Memphis into the Associated Press basketball poll. If, that is, voters can overlook an ugly loss to Villanova.
Love it, Like it or Hate it: Reviewing Memphis’ blowout loss to Villanova
“We needed something like this,” said Memphis guard Jahvon Quinerly, who called the Tigers’ 16-point loss in the Battle 4 Atlantis final a wake-up call.
Movers & Shakers
Maximus Building Supply, Memphis Medical District Collaborative, Allen and Hoshall, Reaves Law Firm and Westminster Academy announce promotions and additions.
Metro
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Shelby County Clerk’s office working Saturday to catch up with car title backlog
Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. federal sentencing delayed for fifth time
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hundreds of bikers roar into town for 20th year of St. Jude Rides
State Government Matthew Szalaj claims Democratic nomination for TN House — and only 1 person got to vote
Business
The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
The Lobbyist is advancing to the next phase of a more than $200,000 renovation.
Premium Business Former DeSoto County Visitors Bureau leadership backs fired Landers Center head
Premium Business Food Files: New doughnut shop fills former Downtown coffee shop
Premium Health Care Mayo Clinic Labs investing more than $30M, adding 234 jobs in Southaven
Premium Business Memphis library’s book sale returns without longtime partner
Sports
Friday prep report: Late touchdown helps Whitehaven escape with win over Germantown
Two former Red Devils settle the score for the Tigers against their old team.
High School Sports Sheals propels Collierville to nationally ranked victory over Knoxville Bearden
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis at Boise State: What to know for this significant Group of Six matchup
Premium Memphis Tigers Football How Memphis running back Jaylin Carter took college football by storm
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis drops third straight game to Norfolk in dramatic fashion
Food
Recipe Exchange: Caramelized’s sheet pan Memphis BBQ chicken fajitas
When Cara Greenstein is planning a weeknight dinner, she looks for shortcuts in two areas: prep time and cleanup.
Premium Real Estate The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
Suburbs
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Premium Arlington Sewer plant, women’s sports, Task Force: Dial, Leatherwood, Rose offer top legislative concerns
Arts & Culture
Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages
“Clue” graces the Orpheum Theatre’s stage this month along with “The Sound of Music” at the Harrell Performing Arts Theatre and more.
Arts & Culture Dark allegations echo after Prince Mongo’s death
Opinion
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Guest Columnists Maxey: Balancing the horror — and the inevitable good things — on Sept. 11
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
The Memphis Farmers Market board president joined Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” to talk 20 years of the market, Farm Fest on Sept. 27 and a tour of favorite market finds.
Podcasts The AM/DM podcast: A Shell, a hotel and a Classic game
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Tiger family pride
Today’s puzzle features Kevin Stokes, father of Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes, as he cheers on his son at the Memphis/UNLV game. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.