MLGW rate hike passes final hurdle at City Council
“I believe, and my team believes, this is the necessary remedy for decades of disinvestment and failed decisions under previous presidents and previous councils,” said MLGW CEO Doug McGowen.
Calkins: Worry about the Liberty Bowl? Nah. But about that new deal for the Grizzlies ...
Save your fretting for the Grizzlies. That’s where there is work to be done.
Tuohy/Oher texts and emails reveal conflict, affection
The ongoing public saga between the Tuohy family and former NFL player Michael Oher seems to have begun at least two years ago.
Witnessing a car break-in? Keep your distance
An emerging local trend is the number of people being shot while trying to interrupt or stop car thieves.
Transfer of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium delayed until Dec. 19
The council aired its concerns about what the city was receiving for transferring ownership, the future of the Southern Heritage Classic football game, how the City Council learned about the deal and more.
Richard Smith: U of M ownership key ‘condition’ of $50M gift
Richard Smith said Tuesday that the family could pull its pledged $50 million gift if the Memphis City Council doesn’t transfer ownership of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium to the University of Memphis. Council member’s push for U of M foundation board seats could stall Liberty stadium dealRelated story:
A Dunkin’, a Chipotle and another car wash approved by Bartlett MPC
The commission also passed recommendations for ordinance changes that would limit and control the locations of smoke or tobacco shops, hookah or smoker’s lounges, and discount stores around the city.
What to look for in Memphis’ road game against VCU
Wednesday’s matchup with VCU is one that’s crucial for a Tigers team whose next three games are all against teams ranked in the top 30 of KenPom (Texas A&M, Clemson and Virginia). Rick Stansbury on Memphis basketball attendance: ‘I’ve been disappointed’ Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ NCAA NET rankings, what it meansRelated stories:
Irritant-in-training: Vince Williams Jr. compares own game to Patrick Beverley
When on the floor, Vince Williams Jr. simply does stuff. As simplistic and vague as that description sounds, it’s true.
AutoZone reports first-quarter sales growth
The Memphis-based automotive parts retailer reported a better-than-expected increase in net income for the quarter.
Trial date set for second man accused in Phil Trenary case
Quandarius Richardson is scheduled to go to trial next year, and the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office indicated Tuesday that his former co-defendant’s deal could have been a precursor to a tougher prosecution push for Richardson.
Collierville narrows school superintendent search to three finalists
Russell Dyer, Jeff Jones and Jerry “Brett” Lemley are vying to be the next leader of the suburb’s district.
CBU expected to notify faculty of deep cuts this week
Roughly 30 faculty positions are expected to be cut. The largest number are likely in the Rosa Deal School of Arts.
Previously unnamed MPD officer fired for actions night of Tyre Nichols’ traffic stop
An additional police officer, previously unidentified, was fired for his part in a traffic stop that occurred Jan. 7, the same night Tyre Nichols was stopped by MPD.
Transfer hearing ‘on hold’ for teen accused in death of local watermelon vendor
Prosecutors with the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office said during a hearing Monday, Dec. 4, that law enforcement is still looking for the person who killed John Materna.
Bail revoked for FedExForum shooting suspect
Tuesday’s hearing also revealed there may have been a second gun inside the venue.
Edge Alley closing after nearly seven years
Customers who want to go to Edge Alley just one more time only have a few days to do so.
Sheffield’s Jackson and Southwind’s Perkins named Mr. Football
Sheffield High’s Radarious Jackson and Southwind High’s Kelvin Perkins are named Mr. Football winners.
NFL Week 13: Notable performances from former Tigers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker JJ Russell had a career day in his first NFL start against the Carolina Panthers.
Herrington: Grizzlies’ roster churn has unlikely answers. The challenge is keeping them.
What do the Grizzlies do with their roster regarding Bismack Biyombo, Jaylen Nowell and Vince Williams Jr.? Grizzlies Insider: Memphis has roster moves ahead, some more challenging than othersRelated story:
DeAngelo Williams first Tiger player voted into College Football Hall of Fame
The Tigers’ all-time leading rusher will officially be inducted on Dec. 5 during the Annual Awards Dinner in Las Vegas.Related story:
U of M gets Shelby County disaster recovery contract
The U of M’s Center for Disaster Recovery and Resiliency will be tasked with securing funding for infrastructure improvements to help the area better weather future disasters.
Hundreds of tourism professionals land in Memphis
“Some of these folks are here for the very first time, so it’s an opportunity for us to really showcase what Memphis has to offer our international visitors,” said Kevin Kane, president of Memphis Tourism.
All-Region 8-5A football team announced
Standouts from Brighton, Central, Kingsbury, Munford, Overton and Southwind recognized by the league’s coaches.Related Story:
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis roster shuffle incoming
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the futures of Grizzlies players Bismack Biyombo, Jaylen Nowell and Vince Williams Jr.
City Council puts mayoral runoff referendum on August 2024 ballot
The final approval of the August 2024 referendum for city voters came Tuesday, Dec. 5, in a chaotic roll call. The council has another ballot question on the way to allow it to set its own pay.
Metro
The Early Word: FedEx cuts local jobs, and Memphis Redbirds could cut out
Swankys leaves Germantown, gun-rights groups sue Memphis and "Disneyland” is coming to Fayette County.
Education More for Memphis wants to create united front against childhood poverty
Business
Inked: Commercial Appeal building, Thousand Oaks biz center for auction
The Houston Levee Galleria and a four-plex property were sold. Plus, Arlington Psychological Associates moves to a new location.
Health Care $11M children’s mental-health center to be built starting in 2025
Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Memphis unveils City Edition jerseys
When the Grizzlies hit the FedExForum court on Sunday, they are throwing it back to 1974 with new city edition uniforms themed after the American Basketball Association’s Memphis Sounds.
Premium Sports Varlas: 901 FC was beautiful even when it wasn’t
Food
$10 Deal: Mocktails and lion’s mane at Memphis Whistle
Memphis Whistle is a cocktail bar where standard pub fare is spun on its head.
Suburbs
Collierville runoff candidates support mayor’s apartment moratorium
Mayor-elect Maureen Fraser is committed to a temporary halt on apartment construction. Chad Lindsay and Nick Robbins, facing each other in a Dec. 10 runoff, support her position.
Arts & Culture
Six Memphis short films to be shown at Italian film festival
The collaboration continues a long cultural exchange between Memphis and the small Italian town.
Opinion
The Grizz are on a roll. Can it continue without Ja and Bane?
The Grizzlies have labeled Ja Morant “week-to-week,” a purgatory where he joins backcourt mate Desmond Bane. Can the Grizzlies go on to win without the two as the schedule grows more difficult?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Five Memphis surprises
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington set up for two nationally televised Grizzlies games this week and share their top five biggest surprises so far this season.