Ja Morant was back at FedExForum Thursday. But you know what else was back? Fun! It suddenly seems like a whole new season for the Grizzlies. And in this season, the Grizzlies are a perfect 2-0.
In Ja Morant’s return game, it was all three of Memphis stars who pushed the Grizzlies to a win. Box score: Grizzlies 116, Pacers 103 Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant shares thoughts on home return, Pacers matchup ‘What crime did he commit?’: Tee Morant talks Ja’s return on NBA XM radioRelated stories:
Hamilton County District Attorney General Coty G. Wamp, in a letter to Shelby County commissioners, says the investigation has been slow moving with unreturned phone calls and denied records requests that she says violate state law.
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway spoke to reporters about the statuses of Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Jaykwon Walton and other topics Thursday after Memphis’ Tiger Toy Drive.
Memphis-Shelby County Schools leadership said Tennessee’s new letter grades for schools don’t “tell the full story.”
The Tennessee Department of Education released letter grades for schools Thursday. Results for the suburban schools varied.
No local architects or engineers bid, and Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority commissioners are asking why.
Collierville has appointed Russell Dyer as its next superintendent. Dyer is the current leader of Cleveland City Schools, but has ties to the suburban district.
At about 7:30 a.m., deputies attempted to stop a suspect wanted by the Germantown Police Department in connection with an attempted murder, according to a statement issued by the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.
Attorney Ben Crump disclosed Alegend Jones’ medical records during a press conference as he urged Youth Villages to release video of the event that led to her injuries.
“The sign we unveil today will serve as a constant reminder of Officer Redd’s sacrifice in his unwavering commitment to the safety and well being of others,” Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland said.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Ja Morant’s return game against the Pelicans and what his presence means for the rest of the season.
Memphis City Council approved the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium ownership transfer but with the caveat that the U of M, the City and Fred Jones would continue to negotiate.
The office’s Major Cases Team has slowly dwindled. Over the last few months, four of its attorneys have resigned, one of whom was replaced with an existing employee.
There are many tasty subs, heroes, hoagies, grinders — or whatever else you want to call them — at Fino’s, all of which contain some combination of cured meats, cheese, veggies and dressing.
Gloss Nail Bar to get its fifth location in Eastgate, Taziki’s comes to The Falls in Arlington, Five Below comes to the Commons and Air Fayre Memphis gets a distribution center.
This week brings Christmas Day bowling at Bass Pro, a five-course dinner paired with a “Barbie” screening and last-minute shopping for art and other holiday gifts.
“I’m willing to say that, overall, (Jim Strickland’s) tenure as mayor was good. Not great, but nowhere near a disaster either. He does have some positive things to show. But we cannot just brush aside the negatives.”
Cooper Haynes and Carlyn Burdette were chosen after strong performances last week.
The Brothers are relying on Keeper Jackson to step it up this season, and so far, he’s delivering the goods.
Standouts from Hillcrest, Hamilton lead the way this week.
“I can’t believe that this is even a council responsibility. Voting benefits for yourself? Shouldn’t that be up to your employer — the citizens of Memphis?”
Also, public art of a rat drew the ire of some council members. “We’ve got one guy who is sort of stepping in the poop, and we are all having to smell it,” Jeff Warren said.
Major importers in Memphis rely on the Canadian National Railway’s service from Prince Rupert because that route shaves 500 miles off the sail time from key Asian harbors.
Failure to secure permanent stadium proves costly, as the team will leave AutoZone Park for Santa Barbara, California.
Our Thanksgiving guide offers recipes to ease your menu-planning worries. And we’ve got a guide to turkey trots and holiday lighting events in case you need something to do besides eat and nap.
The Mississippi High School Activities Association issued a penalty to DeSoto Central on Nov. 4, including a one-year disciplinary probation for the team as well as a $100 fine.
Felix Cavaliere and The Rascals earned rock-and-roll fame with No. 1 hits like “Good Lovin’,” “Mustang Sally,” “Groovin’” and “People Got to Be Free.”
The forum will address juvenile crime, bail, truancy and other factors with speakers including representatives from the Memphis Police Department, the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, General Sessions Court and the school system.
The Daily Memphian food, music and basketball reporter and columnist Chris Herrington joins Eric Barnes on Sound Bites to discuss his areas of expertise.