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
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Shelby County Clerk’s office working Saturday to catch up with car title backlog
Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. federal sentencing delayed for fifth time
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hundreds of bikers roar into town for 20th year of St. Jude Rides
State Government Matthew Szalaj claims Democratic nomination for TN House — and only 1 person got to vote
Business
The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
The Lobbyist is advancing to the next phase of a more than $200,000 renovation.
Premium Business Former DeSoto County Visitors Bureau leadership backs fired Landers Center head
Premium Business Food Files: New doughnut shop fills former Downtown coffee shop
Premium Health Care Mayo Clinic Labs investing more than $30M, adding 234 jobs in Southaven
Premium Business Memphis library’s book sale returns without longtime partner
Sports
Sheals propels Collierville to nationally ranked victory over Knoxville Bearden
Junior forward Caroline Sheals scores the night's only goal as the Dragons defeat the defending state champs.
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis drops third straight game to Norfolk in dramatic fashion
High School Sports Friday prep report: Late touchdown helps Whitehaven escape with win over Germantown
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis at Boise State: What to know for this significant Group of Six matchup
Premium Memphis Tigers Football How Memphis running back Jaylin Carter took college football by storm
Food
Recipe Exchange: Caramelized’s sheet pan Memphis BBQ chicken fajitas
When Cara Greenstein is planning a weeknight dinner, she looks for shortcuts in two areas: prep time and cleanup.
Premium Real Estate The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
Suburbs
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Premium Arlington Sewer plant, women’s sports, Task Force: Dial, Leatherwood, Rose offer top legislative concerns
Arts & Culture
Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages
“Clue” graces the Orpheum Theatre’s stage this month along with “The Sound of Music” at the Harrell Performing Arts Theatre and more.
Arts & Culture Dark allegations echo after Prince Mongo’s death
Opinion
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Guest Columnists Maxey: Balancing the horror — and the inevitable good things — on Sept. 11
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
The Memphis Farmers Market board president joined Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” to talk 20 years of the market, Farm Fest on Sept. 27 and a tour of favorite market finds.
Podcasts The AM/DM podcast: A Shell, a hotel and a Classic game
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Tiger family pride
Today’s puzzle features Kevin Stokes, father of Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes, as he cheers on his son at the Memphis/UNLV game. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.