FedEx Express mechanics pushing to unionize, Teamsters say
Teamsters say thousands of FedEx mechanics have signed authorization cards; it expects to have qualifying number by end of March.
Suspended judge pleads not guilty in criminal court
Suspended Shelby County Criminal Court Division 9 Judge Melissa Boyd’s attorneys say the allegations against her are an “intentional political move.”
Decision in Ja Morant hearing pushed to next year
Depending on the ruling, the focus could shift to plaintiff Joshua Holloway’s team to show Morant can be held liable.
MLGW wraps up smart meter fixes, but billing problems linger
Whitehaven resident Patricia Smith is one of about 10% of MLGW customers affected by billing issues over the past year due to faulty smart meters.
State senator plans slate of criminal justice bills
When the Tennessee General Assembly reconvenes in January, Republican state Sen. Brent Taylor plans to propose measures that would change bail laws, require law enforcement to report illegal immigrants and take some authority away from local jurisdictions.
Ford v. Lowery case dismissed
The case of one county commissioner against another was dismissed in court Wednesday, Dec. 20.
Methodist’s new tech exec will lead digital changes
“Technology plays a key role in our vision to transform our organization, improve our processes and elevate clinical care for the benefit of our patients, associates and providers.”
Table Talk: When your tradition is tamales — or oysters, shrimp etouffe or beef fondue
A brief encounter with law enforcement helps create a new holiday tradition for the author.
Four-star receiver Keonde Henry headlines Tigers’ 2024 signing class
Keonde Henry is just the 11th four-star recruit in program history to sign with the Tigers, according to 247Sports. Memphis Tigers football recruiting tracker: Class of 2024 signees Tigers Football Insider: Who will be the breakout transfer for Memphis next season?Related stories:
Calkins: Only in the movies and in Memphis? It was that kind of night
Yes, Ja Morant really did that. He really did score 34 points — and the winning bucket — in his return to NBA basketball. It was a night already part of Grizzlies lore. And it should give Memphians real hope.
Tigers Podcast: Big basketball wins, football recruiting, bowl talk
Greg Gaston, Tim Buckley and Parth Upadhyaya discuss the blowout win over Virginia on Tuesday night. On the football side, Frank Bonner II joins for recruiting talk on the first day of the NCAA’s December early signing period.
Buckley: Hardaway’s Tigers have ‘opportunity to do something special’
Memphis’ win Tuesday over No. 22 Virginia gives the team three straight wins over nationally ranked opponents.
Memphis votes to give U of M Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
The City Council voted 8-2-1 Tuesday, Dec. 19, to approve conveying ownership of the stadium to the U of M Auxiliary Services Foundation and $120 million in cash to help pay for $220 million in renovations.
Bartlett to annex land for future industrial development
Bartlett has announced intentions to annex about 220 acres near Old Brownsville and Austin Peay Highway, providing a potential new industrial site for the suburb.
Top local talents make it official on Signing Day
For players like Germantown’s Daniel Anderson, the road is rarely straightforward but the payoff is worth the journey. And, Bartlett’s Snap Reed signs with Tennessee State. High school recruiting tracker: Memphis-area college football commits/signeesRelated story:
Daily Memphian postseason football awards: Southwind QB is the cream of the 2023 crop
Houston running back Damon Sisa, coach James Thomas also among the honorees.
Herrington: Ja Morant’s ‘perfect ending to a perfect day.’
“Morant used a hesitation dribble and spin move to get the ball into the lane and over New Orleans’ Herb Jones, one of the NBA’s best defenders. Right at the buzzer. Welcome back.”
Tigers say they’re ‘blessed’ to add Nae’Qwan Tomlin to roster
With the signing of Kansas State transfer Nae’Qwan Tomlin now official, an already dangerous Memphis team could get a major boost.
MATA board withdraws proposal for winter service cuts
During the meeting, several citizens voiced their concerns about the planned changes. When it was announced the proposal would be withdrawn, audience members cheered.
Palladio has new owner after 27 years
Cynthia Ham, the former CEO of BRIDGES, has big plans for the Central Avenue home and garden store.
Daily Memphian postseason soccer awards: Houston standout is player of the year
Jordan Thompson of ECS claims top coach honor after leading his team to a state title.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Rittenhouse returns; Judge Anderson is replaced
Also happening this week: Michalyn Easter-Thomas provides a Chelsea Greenline update, and Evergreen Presbyterian turns guns into garden tools.
Shelby County County Commission to pick new judge to finish Bill Anderson’s term
Metro Political Roundup: NYC mayor dropped charges recall Ford Sr. case
Premium Public Safety Memphis-area legislators file bills to restructure juvenile courts, more
Business
Movers & Shakers
NST Law and Memphis River Parks Partnership announce promotions and an addition.
Premium Health Care Displaced federal workers grieve lost lives, struggle with uncertainty
Health Care ‘Black Men in White Coats’ event inspires medicine and science careers
Financial Services Orion, Financial Federal deal is dead
Sports
Cavaliers rebounding ‘doomed’ Grizzlies in road loss
Rebounding doomed the Grizzlies in a loss at Cleveland on Sunday night. Coach Taylor Jenkins believed Memphis played well enough otherwise to win. Related content:
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Food
Sound Bites: Wally Joe, Andrew Adams talk Acre, James Beard awards
Chefs Wally Joe and Andrew Adams are the guests on Sound Bites to talk food, travel James Beard awards and their recent Lunar New Year dinner.
Suburbs
Collectors pay pretty penny for rare coins
From Buffalo nickels that cost a dollar to a penny that costs nearly $60,000, the Memphis Coin Club’s annual show had it all.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Stephen King is back
One might think that all of Stephen King’s work has already been adapted into a movie or miniseries, but here comes “The Monkey,” adapted from “Skeleton Crew,” one of King’s short story collections.
Opinion
Echols: Nine fresh ideas already happening in Memphis
“These people have no idea I’m writing about them. But they are using what they have in time, money, energy and ideas to bless the rest of us.”
Podcasts
Local Democratic, Republican leaders talk pros, cons of deportation
“... They are not committing any other crime,” Worth Morgan said. “But they are being exploited and they are taking a job away from somebody here in Memphis that would want that job.”
Games
Crossword: Penny for your thoughts
Memphis Coin Club’s Coin Show, being held this weekend at Landers Center in Southaven, inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.