Grizzlies blow late lead against Portland, drop to 0-6: ‘This is painful’
The Grizzlies let a 10-point lead slip away in the final minutes of the game and lost their sixth straight game to begin the season. Related story:
Friday football report: Region 8-6A sweeps Region 7 out of playoffs
Houston, Collierville, Germantown and Bartlett all advance. But not without some late drama. Memphis-area high school football regular season stat leadersRelated story:
DeAndre Williams denied additional year of eligibility by NCAA
After a five-plus-month battle with the NCAA, DeAndre Williams is denied the chance to return to Memphis.
CBHS takes third at state cross country championships
Joe Edwards leads the way for CBHS on the final day of competition in Hendersonville.
Evergreen Grill to open in former Cafe Society space
“The space has been such a landmark here,” said one of the restaurant’s new owners. “It’s exciting to be able to take the space and do something different.”
Moore Tech will train contractors to weatherize homes
TVA built a training house on the Midtown Memphis campus where contractors can learn to identify weatherization problems, and how to correct them. The new course will start in January.
Family of slain inmate wants DOJ involvement at 201 Poplar
Deion Byrd was stabbed Oct. 26 in a holding cell awaiting a court appearance at the Walter L. Bailey Jr. Criminal Justice Center, more commonly known as 201 Poplar.
Paul Young names city attorney, chief communications officer
“These first two early appointments show our commitment to excellence and my commitment to creating an administration staffed with problem-solvers who are ready to work on day one,” said Memphis mayor-elect Paul Young.
Plea agreement reveals new details about Tyre Nichols’ death
Details from the plea agreement reached in the federal criminal case against Desmond Mills Jr. shed more light on his role in Tyre Nichols’ death. Plea deals reached for officer charged in Tyre Nichols’ death Judge OKs release of additional materials in Tyre Nichols caseRelated stories:
Condos and club pickleball courts get endorsement in Collierville
Condominiums could be headed to downtown Collierville. Additionally, the Planning Commission endorsed pickleball courts at a local fitness center.
Marybeth Conley premieres gritty, heartfelt ‘Flip My Life’ to Paradiso
The 10-episode web series, which will launch online on Nov. 9, combines real-world renovation ideas with restorative justice work.
Conaway: Art isn’t our decoration; it’s our measure
“I see little of more importance to the future of our country and our civilization than full recognition of the place of the artist.”
New sandwich shop coming to North Memphis
1111 Lounge, located at the former site of Just Threading, will sell various sandwiches and salads, including vegan sandwiches, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and cold-cut sandwiches.
Chamber’s new Academy of Innovation for Memphis continues ‘concierge-level services’
To celebrate the launch of AIM, the Chamber is offering free efficiency assessment to its members who are at the Board of Advisors and Board of Governors levels.
Tennessee’s first A-F letter grades for schools will stress proficiency
After months of asking Tennesseans how the state should judge its public schools when giving them their first A-F letter grades, Education Commissioner Lizzette Reynolds mostly ignored the feedback.
$10 Deal: Seafood is special at Mariscos Sinaloa
Mariscos Sinaloa is a nautical-themed restaurant on the corner of Summer Avenue and Bartlett Road, and our advice to its menu is this: Treat it like tapas.
The To-Do List: Talking Heads on-screen, Japan in the garden
This week, learn about the fungus among us at Meeman-Shelby, cheese the day at the Hi-Tone and get ready to spruce up your holiday tree at John Mark’s.
Metro
The Early Word: More AI is coming; AutoZone Park swings and misses
Pearson and Cohen drop redistricting lawsuit, DeSoto residents sue SpaceX and FedEx pilots finally get their wish.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Harnessing art to overcome ADHD
Public Safety Memphis Animal Services officer charged with aggravated animal cruelty
Premium Public Safety Does DeSoto County have a child predator problem? Here’s what the data says
Elections Souls to the Polls rally mixes political optimism with hardcore organizing
Business
Soul & Spirits buys Memphis Made trademark
Soul & Spirits Brewery’s purchase ensures Memphis Made Brewing Co.’s beer will still be made in the Bluff City.
Business WK Kellogg laying off more than 100 in Memphis
Premium Real Estate Outdoors Inc. building hits market for almost $2 million
Premium Business Firefighter developing health and tutoring AI apps: ‘We have a lot of bright minds here.’
Premium Business After 27 years, The Blue Monkey is closing its doors in Midtown
Sports
‘It becomes another game’: Memphis referee reflects on his World Cup experience
Chris Strickland, a California native who’s lived in Memphis for the past dozen or so years, worked at the 2006 World Cup in Germany.
Sports AutoZone extends title-sponsorship agreement with the Liberty Bowl
Sports Tigers coaches wade into political waters
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason softball awards: It’s a TRA sweep
High School Sports Southwind four-star prospect makes commitment decision
Food
Table Talk: Le Bon Appétit had the meats, sweets and more to eat
Le Bon Appétit brought a crowd of hundreds to Downtown Memphis, where they sampled offerings from 28 chefs and drinks from four mixologists.
Premium Food News As part of a longheld family dream, Viet Hoa owners opening large international market
Suburbs
MDOT allocates millions for Hernando interstate exit
The Mississippi Department of Public Transportation has allocated $5.7 million for the beginning phase of improvements to the Commerce Street interstate exit in Hernando.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett passes mayor’s pay increase, property tax rate and budget
Arts & Culture
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Music Overton Park Shell ‘Shell-ebrates’ 90 years with free fall shows
Opinion
Opinion: Safety isn’t only the absence of danger — it’s also the presence of connection
“Safety isn’t just about whether crime exists. Safety is also about whether people feel they belong to one another. It is also deeply true that poverty affects safety.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘The joy doesn’t lessen the grief’
Podcasts
Songwriters, music and beer flood South Main
Two music festivals are coming to South Main this weekend, and organizers from both join Eric Barnes on this week’s Sidebar podcast.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Flyway, budgets and ‘The Birdcage’
Games
Sudoku: June 9
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