Buckley: Penny Hardaway senses trouble. Time to cut it off at the pass.
“We can’t get over the hump to be professional enough to come out and compete,” Memphis Tigers coach says after Saturday’s win over Austin Peay.
Memphis pulls away late to pick up win over Austin Peay
Nae’Qwan Tomlin contributed 15 points and 15 rebounds to help the Tigers overcome several struggles offensively. Related story:
Paul Young projects hope at pre-inauguration parade and block party
The Saturday parade and block party on Tiger Lane is one of four events in three days that includes Paul Young taking the oath of office as mayor of Memphis Monday at the Cannon Center.
Martin: The best is yet to come for Memphis basketball
Now that Memphis is about to enter American Athletic Conference play, John Martin looks at where these Tigers are headed.
‘Everyday People’ showcases historic Black photos
Memphis Museum of Science and History will feature a longtime art teacher’s solo exhibition: A collection of studio and candid pictures from the 1920s through 1950s.
Tigers fall to Tulsa in AAC opener
Despite a fast start, the Tigers would not be able to match the hot shooting of the Golden Hurricane and suffered the 71-62 loss.
Strickland exits as a tough political foe and dominant force in local politics
With an ability to cross racial lines, the outgoing Memphis mayor was a boss who knew how to delegate and trust experts but did not abdicate responsibility for making decisions.
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:
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.
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.
Global Cafe named a fastest-growing inner-city business
Crosstown Concourse’s Global Cafe, where immigrant and refugee food entrepreneurs serve up authentic cuisine representing their home countries, is a 2023 Inner City 100 award winner.
Memphis Current closing venue after two years
Quarterly print art magazine Memphis Current will end its run at 497 N. Hollywood St. with a farewell event on Sunday. The next issue of the magazine is expected sometime before spring 2024.
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.
Sound Bites: Best of 2023
Eric Barnes, Holly Whitfield and Chris Herrington take turns this week paying tribute to some of the most memorable food experiences they had in Memphis this year.
Hutchinson: FTC cracks down on addiction recovery companies
“Doctors peddling phony promises should know that the FTC will use its strengthened authority from Congress to stop them from exploiting Americans struggling with addiction.”
Sudoku: Dec. 30
Today’s puzzle is medium. Enjoy!
Metro
The Early Word: Scheffler takes FESJC, police chief talks crime decline
MLGW is prepared for cyber attacks (but not expecting them), local real estates pros talk AI and we set expectations for Tiger football.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Election deadline, greenway update and goodbye, commissioners
Premium Public Safety Homicides down 44.5% in Memphis as police chief credits new strategies
Metro This Week in Memphis: Parting words from politicians and new airport board
Premium Elections Jerri Green’s game plan and Marsha Blackburn’s primary numbers
Business
Local real estate brokers embrace AI but warn: Trust and verify
Brokers say AI technology improves efficiency, but only if users pay for stronger data controls and take the time to verify its output.
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx’s Network 2.0 has closed facilities and cut jobs — is it working?
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: How vulnerable are MLGW systems to cyberattacks?
Premium Spirit of Memphis This U of M senior says God saved him from destruction. Now, he’s stepping out in faith with gospel-themed shoes
Business Memphis City Council to consider data center moratorium
Sports
Scheffler polishes off an impressive week with a runaway FESJC title
Scottie Scheffler, the top player in the world rankings and the leader in the FedEx Cup standings, capped a dazzling week at TPC Southwind with a final-round 66 to finish at 17-under 263.Related content:
Premium Golf Hill: Scheffler left no doubt — and gave this Memphian an incredible memory
Premium Spirit of Memphis Buckley: 25 years after winning in Memphis, Bob Estes returns to see old friends and remember good times
Golf FESJC: Final scores; money earned
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Offense helps Memphis take series against Durham
Food
What to order: The Lobbyist’s white fish spread
Jennifer Chandler will be the first to say the name of the dish may not sound appetizing but Lobbyist chef and owner Jimmy Gentry has a way of elevating the most common ingredients.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Hog & Hominy’s peanut butter and banana pie
Suburbs
Growing field of Lakeland candidates offer voters differing styles, viewpoints
Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter has entered the mayor’s race against incumbent Josh Roman, offering a contrast of style and direction of government.
Premium Collierville Collierville reschedules meeting to decide fire chief’s fate
Arts & Culture
Photo gallery: Love for Elvis burns on at 49th annual vigil
Fans across generations gathered at Graceland Saturday night, Aug. 15, for the annual Candlelight Vigil commemorating the death of Elvis Presley.
Premium Arts & Culture From Nosferatu to Godzilla, the Beale Street Monster Club celebrates all things horror
Opinion
Maxey: ‘I’m of Memphis. It’s who I am and what I am.’
“Those who only see the city’s failings — which are real — will never fully understand what we understand and will never fully see what we see. They’ll never understand why some of us don’t give up on it. This is home.”
Guest Columnists Echols: ‘What would you say is the peak of your life so far?’
Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Print media to patient care
Today’s puzzle features the Commercial Appeal building under demolition. The photo was taken by Brad Vest.