Grizzlies’ big three continue dominance in win over Hawks
Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. combined for 87 points on Saturday. It is the third straight game they have each scored 20 or more points. Related story:
Memphis dodges disaster with messy win over Vanderbilt
The Tigers picked up the narrow victory over the Commodores behind David Jones’ 28 points and nine rebounds.Related stories:
Buckley: Exhaustion. Ugliness. Victory. The 10-2 Tigers experienced it all.
It was not pretty, doggone it, but Nae’Qwan Tomlin, Penny Hardaway and the No. 23 Memphis Tigers escaped with a win over Vanderbilt two days before Christmas.
Nae’Qwan Tomlin ‘comfortable’ in Tigers debut
Tomlin made his Memphis debut Saturday in the Tigers’ 77-75 win over Vanderbilt. Just four minutes into the game, he caught a pass on the right wing, squared up his shoulders and drilled a 3-pointer; it was pure pandemonium at FedExForum.
Late holiday shoppers scored some gifts at the Last Minute Artist Market
The scramble to pick up last-second gifts is in a full frenzy this holiday weekend.
Chamber’s take: I-55 replacement bridge a better bet than a third one
The economic development chief of the Greater Memphis Chamber says on “Behind The Headlines” that a replacement bridge is a much faster path forward. Plus, she talks about actively courting another automaker to the region.
A new ‘JEM’ in the Edge District
The 3,400-square-foot restaurant will seat 49 people plus have patio space outside when finished.
COVID cases on the rise with holiday social season underway
The most common variant in the U.S. now is the highly contagious HV.1 strain, which accounts for about 30% of new COVID-19 cases.
Lakeland dealing with fallout of The Lake District bankruptcy
The Lake District continues to suffer financial problems, according to a report to the Lakeland Board of Commissioners.
Chris Herrington’s best films of the year
The Daily Memphian’s movie critic (if we had a movie critic) gives us his top 10 for the year as well as 15 honorable mentions and some special Jury (of One) prizes.
Herrington: Ja Morant’s instantly transformed the Grizzlies’ offense
The Grizzlies’ points per 100 possessions before Morant’s return were dead last in the NBA. In his two games back, they’re now the sixth-best offense.
Your guide to Memphis’ holiday pop-up bars
Here are a few holiday pop-up bars in the Memphis area that have decked the halls this year.
Shelby County Sheriff’s Office declines records request in Gershun Freeman case
The logs were requested to verify that nine officers indicted for Freeman’s death are no longer working at the jail, also known simply as 201 Poplar.
Games
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Bailey: The time seems right for Russell Dyer to take over Collierville Schools
After withdrawing from the Collierville superintendent race in 2019, the time seems right for Russell Dyer to run the town’s school system.
Keith Cole on the work and his legacy at Wolf River Conservancy
Keith joined Eric Barnes to talk about his work and the people like him who helped make the Wolf River Conservancy — both before he joined and after — what it is today.
Sound Bites New Year’s edition: Beale, brunch, bubbly cocktails
Eric Barnes and Holly Whitfield talk toast-worthy drinks, bar favorites and New Year’s events around town.
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.
Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant’s historic return
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.
Metro
City Council discusses game plan after approval of gun referendums
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.
Public Safety Two more arrested in smuggling scheme at Shelby County Jail
Business
Labor minister orders West Canada ports to open
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.
Health Care $11M children’s mental-health center to be built starting in 2025
Sports
Report: 901 FC relocating to California
Failure to secure permanent stadium proves costly, as the team will leave AutoZone Park for Santa Barbara, California.
Memphis Tigers Football Playoff chase: Tracking top Group of Five teams
Food
Talking turkey: Thanksgiving recipes and Christmas lighting kickoffs
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.
Suburbs
DeSoto Central High boys soccer team fined, placed on probation
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.
Arts & Culture
Felix Cavaliere to receive AutoZone Liberty Bowl award
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.”
Opinion
Opinion: Crime Commission to host public-safety forum
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.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Chris Herrington on (surprise!) food, basketball, music
The Daily Memphian food, music and basketball reporter and columnist Chris Herrington joins Eric Barnes on Sound Bites to discuss his areas of expertise.