Herrington: For the Grizzlies, good riddance to 2023
Time only moves in one direction, and if a new year can’t exactly offer a fresh start in the standings, it can perhaps offer a new trajectory.
Grizzlies’ defense disappoints in third straight loss
The Grizzlies have allowed opponents to shoot 49% or better in each of their last three games. Related story:
This Week in Memphis: Young takes oath; one year since fatal Nichols stop
Also happening: Cleotha Abston’s attorney requests Davidson County jurors for his trial, and the Shelby County Commission holds its first committee sessions of the year.
Martin: The Tigers end droughts, and more predictions for the 2024 Memphis sports scene
The last day of the calendar year is here, which means it’s time for Martin’s annual tradition of telling you the future regarding the Memphis sports scene.
Memphis ends non-conference schedule with final wake-up call before AAC play
After back-to-back lackluster performances versus subpar opponents, the Tigers know they need to change their mentality. And quickly.
Through storms of COVID and crime, Strickland’s Memphis pushed forward
Jim Strickland’s years as mayor took Memphis into its third century of existence, through the COVID-19 pandemic and brought it face-to-face with some of the worst crimes and crime waves in its modern history.
In memoriam: Memphians and Mid-Southerners lost in 2023
In 2023, Memphis lost artists, activists, coaches, athletes, entrepreneurs, medical professionals, restaurateurs, public servants and the area’s “unofficial LGBTQ historian.” Today, we remember them once again.
The best things we ate in 2023
Here’s our list of the best dishes The Daily Memphian’s food writers and editors ate this year, listed in alphabetical order by restaurant.
Raptors’ sharp claws don’t stop volunteers from stepping in
“Eagles are very territorial,” said Debbie Crum. “... They will fight to the death until one of them is gone.” So after receiving a report of two females sparring in a North Mississippi field, the team from Magnolia Wildlife Education broke up the birds’ battle.
‘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.
Doctors can help women navigate ‘change of life’
“There is life after menopause,” said Breia Loft, a certified midwife at Regional One Health who entered menopause several years ago. “I probably feel better now than I did in my mid- to late-40s. Your life is definitely not over: it’s just going to be a little bit different.”
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:
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.
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.
Metro
City wants access to docs in Memphis officers’ criminal case
On Wednesday, June 25, the city’s private attorneys filed a motion requesting that the city, which is not a party to the case, be granted access to 16 sealed documents in the case.
City of Memphis Federal judge removes himself in another high-profile case
Education Southwest program will help new pilots climb through ranks faster
Update Downtown Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades in the Memphis area
Business
Airport to be named after FedEx founder
Memphis International Airport is to be renamed after Frederick W Smith, the late founder and executive chairman of FedEx.
free access Health Care Health department offering free HIV testing
Real Estate Supporting local businesses starts at Where Grit Meets Growth
Real Estate Primark announces July opening for Memphis store
Sports
Hill: Grizzlies drafted three ‘dawgs’ — and one’s a chef. Will new recipe pay?
One by one, the members of the Memphis Grizzlies NBA Draft Class of 2025 paused for a few minutes to describe their “dawg” credentials.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: What we know, and don’t know, about Grizz draft picks
Memphis Grizzlies Two NBA Draft picks with Memphis ties go viral with emotional moments
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Texas State finalizing move to Pac-12. Where does that leave Memphis?
Food
Table Talk: From bar stools to booths to beds, all the places we eat
Some of us eat in formal dining rooms while others dine off folding trays.
Suburbs
Arlington schools upgrades open ‘pathways for all students’
With the students away, Arlington Community Schools gets to work with summertime projects that freshen up current amenities and expand extracurricular options for students.
Arts & Culture
This weekend brings outlaws, an Irish birthday and summer Shell shows
This week, Memphis Listening Lab turns four, art pairs with wine at the Brooks and there’s ballroom dancing on the Bluff.
Opinion
Calkins: It’s the end of an era in Memphis. Here’s Sister Trudy to explain.
One hundred and forty-one years ago, the first Sisters of Charity of Nazareth arrived in Memphis. On Monday, the last one left town. But Sister Trudy Foster left behind a legacy — and some words to live by.
Podcasts
Metal Museum head talks about future, new plans for old building
Executive director Carissa Hussong breaks down how the new Metal Museum building dramatically increases the programming — and the revenue generation — that will be possible in the museum’s new home.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: June 27
Here’s a puzzle that should absolutely, positively be a cinch.