Grizzlies dominated on glass in loss to Clippers
Illness has smacked Memphis hard over the last few weeks. The Grizzlies were out-rebounded 54-33 in a loss to the Clippers on Friday night. Related story:
Buckley: Seth Henigan and the Tigers felt disrespected. It showed.
The Memphis quarterback went 24-34 for 364 yards and four touchdowns with no interceptions, winning game MVP honors in a win over Iowa State in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
For Tigers, 10 victories is something to savor
Ryan Silverfield and company do plenty well en route to reaching double-digit wins for just the fifth time in program’s 108-year history.
Tigers cap 10-win season with AutoZone Liberty Bowl victory over Iowa State
Seth Henigan’s 364 yards passing and 4 touchdown passes help the Memphis Tigers win bowl and help Henigan set a school career passing record. Silverfield gets big ‘finish’ against Iowa State, thinks bigger for 2024Related stories:
Memphis restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
After more than a decade away from Memphis, Guy Fieri’s popular Food Network show returned to the Bluff City — and Whitehaven’s Trap Fusion is already feeling the effects.
Morant will be available Friday; Kennard and Rose are nearing a return
Ja Morant was not listed on the Grizzlies injury report ahead of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers Friday.
Penny Hardaway added as Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame nominee
Hardaway’s Class of 2024 nomination is based on his achievements as a player.
Wright sends 20-page complaint in Halbert investigation
The day after the special prosecutor from Chattanooga came to Memphis to hear from the public, Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright has drafted a formal complaint against Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert.
What to look for in Memphis’ game against Austin Peay
The Tigers could use a convincing win against the Governors to improve their NCAA NET ranking and carry momentum into the start of AAC play in January.
Calkins: A story about best friends, marching bands, W.C. Handy — and the Liberty Bowl
Will Plenk and Christian Carichner were once college roommates. Friday, they’ll be directing the Memphis and Iowa State marching bands at the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. It’s a story about life, about friendship — and about tubas.Related stories:
Memphis Food Files: Zebra Lounge, Pho Binh close
Zebra Lounge Memphis and Pho Binh have now closed, and Whataburger has started construction in Millington.
Bailey: An end of the year list of thanks
With the slow pace of the holiday season upon us, it is time to recognize those who pull together our coverage of the suburbs every day to provide information you won’t find elsewhere.
Barry Fuller blessed us, everyone, as Scrooge, consummate theater man
He made his largest mark as Scrooge, which he performed at Theatre Memphis 11 times, more than any other actor in the city.
Hip-hop artist wins mother’s property back after eminent domain attempt
Tauheed Rahim II, a native Memphian and artist-in-residence at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., circulated a petition to maintain his rights to a problem property where his mother used to live near St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Conaway: Tall and ugly, a beautiful promise
“If you’re looking for something to look forward to in the New Year, I’ll give you two. Just look up.”
A look back at the five outgoing Memphis City Council members
Four Memphis City Council members leave the body after serving eight years. Another is leaving after five years. Here’s what they accomplished and what they said.
Five must-see shows for January 2024
A rock band brings its acoustic tour to Graceland, a classical pianist celebrates a milestone at Buckman Arts Center, an acclaimed guitarist comes to the Halloran, and an ensemble brings jazz and Gullah music to GPAC.
The To-Do List: Coffee for Kwanzaa, cold play for New Year’s Day
This week, Memphis Current says farewell, Mollie Fontaine pops up for a night and we’ve got your guide to New Year’s Eve parties.
Sudoku: Dec. 29
Today’s puzzle is easy, so it should be a snap.
Metro
Council confirms new city leaders
The Memphis City Council also approved a change to the city’s structure for the trustee status MATA is currently operating under.
Business Appeal from liquor stores seeking to revoke The Station’s approval declined
Premium Business Memphis magazine, Flyer join Seattle-based media network
Business How will Memphis spend $3.3M in tax money collected from SpaceXAI?
Business City could ditch project manager at Liberty Park
Business
Appeal from liquor stores seeking to revoke The Station’s approval declined
Robert Spence, the attorney for the coalition of liquor stores fighting The Station, indicated that his clients may need to “reassess” a pending Chancery Court lawsuit in the wake of the council’s decision.
Premium Health Care The beam team: Baptist Memorial leaves mark atop Fayette County hospital project
Premium Business Memphis magazine, Flyer join Seattle-based media network
Business City could ditch project manager at Liberty Park
Health Care Measles case reported in Shelby County
Sports
Hill: At summer league, the future of the franchise came into picture
Hill takes a look back and recaps everything he saw from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Final summer league thoughts
Premium Memphis Tigers Football New Tigers coach Huff already planning with conference title game in mind
High School Sports High school football commitment tracker: Several big names have made their choices known
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Former Tiger Kendric Davis’ return visit to Memphis shows what still matters
Food
Chef Flavas dips back into wholesale, catering after restaurants close
“We have a lot of innovations that are coming to the restaurant and our product, our brand,” said co-owner Chris Moore. “It’s been a lot of different changes, a lot of ups and downs, but we’re here for the long haul.”
Premium Food News Hive East Memphis to open by late August with more than bagels
Suburbs
Mississippi responds to DeSoto County supervisor lawsuit
State officials have responded to a lawsuit filed by DeSoto County Supervisor Robert Foster, alleging he waited too long to do so.
Arlington Kiddie Academy in Arlington expected to get renovation, new building
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Is ‘The Odyssey’ worth a trip?
IMAX, 70mm, both? Chris Herrington breaks down all the ways you can see the movie of the year — and his Christopher Nolan film rankings. Plus, a Memphian-directed documentary explores the Newport Folk Festivals.
Premium Spirit of Memphis The art of pool checkers, or how to avoid being labeled a ‘ham’
Opinion
Hill: At summer league, the future of the franchise came into picture
Hill takes a look back and recaps everything he saw from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas.
City of Memphis Opinion: Memphis’ city planning failed us — Memphis 3.0 is the vision we need
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Final summer league thoughts
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down the summer league performance of each rostered Grizzlies player.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Memphis still competing for summer league playoffs
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Tigers party plaza
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of renovations at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium and was taken by Mark Weber.