Calkins: As trade deadline looms, Grizzlies need help
It’s exactly one week until the NBA trade deadline. And the Grizzlies need help!
Portland’s Lillard outduels Grizzlies in 42-point performance
Damian Lillard’s 42 points were too much to overcome in a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Related story:
Tyre Nichols marched to the beat of his own drum
Tyre Nichols was a skateboarder. He was a photographer, and he also loved sunsets — especially at Shelby Farms Park. Nichols’ friends say his spirit will change conversation about policing City to release full audio and video footage in Nichols caseRelated stories:
Ice storm warning extended to noon Thursday
The Memphis area can expect freezing rain and sleet for tonight through Thursday morning with temperatures as low as 20 degrees. Memphis area schools announce Thursday closures due to icy conditionsRelated story:
FedEx to lay off 10% of officer and director teams
Following two back-to-back quarters that saw FedEx report earnings well below company expectations, the shipping giant has been enacting sweeping cost-cutting initiatives.
Paul Young has most money in Memphis mayoral campaign coffers
The DMC president raised $347,482 since September compared to the $311,719 raised by Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner and $300,000 by businessman and philanthropist J.W. Gibson.
Table Talk: Elwood’s No. 2 used to be a Leonard’s; February lunch takes us to Catalonia
Plus, Alcenia’s B.J. Chester-Tamayo killed it during her “Good Morning America” appearance: “Betty Joyce will feed your head, your heart, and, baby, I got your stomach.”
Gabe Kuhn to succeed Gary Parrish on 92.9 FM ESPN
The former Memphis Tigers offensive lineman is leaving Sports 56 to replace the popular show host on a competing sports talk radio station.
February Friday lunch: Panta for Catalan food
Our February readers lunch is Feb. 17 and, a word to the wise, space is limited.
Tigers add a few on National Signing Day, load up on transfers
Transfer portal pickups dominate NCAA official signing period announcements for Memphis football. Tigers football recruiting: Meet the Memphis players announced Wednesday Tigers Football Insider: Memphis announces new director of recruitingRelated stories:
Former Tiger Don Bramlett dies at age 60
Don Bramlett lettered in Memphis football during the 1983 and 1984 seasons. He also played in three games for the Minnesota Vikings.
Second Elwood’s Shack to open on Park Avenue
A former member of the Memphis Sandwich Clique is taking the reins as general manager, too.
Attacking standout Bruno Lapa joins 901 FC
The midfielder was a first-team all-USL selection in 2020.
State’s rejection of HIV prevention money is ‘significant’ loss to some Memphis groups
Gov. Bill Lee’s decision to reject federal funding for HIV prevention is a “debilitating and destabilizing move for our organization,” said OUTMemphis’ executive director.
Metro
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.
Metro Application open for General Sessions judicial vacancy
City of Memphis SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plant
Premium Spirit of Memphis Governor, local elected officials attend Veterans Village grand opening in Memphis
Public Safety State rules, if followed, should have prevented child’s death in hot bus
Business
Memphis City Council to consider data center moratorium
Memphis, a city known nationwide for SpaceXAI, may take legislative steps to pause data center development. All of Elon Musk’s existing local data centers are in industrial districts and are unlikely to be affected by an ordinance. SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plantRelated content:
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Sports
Redbirds Recap: Memphis offense held quiet in Saturday night loss at Durham
Redbirds strike first in first, unable to add on in defeat to Bulls.
Golf Photo gallery: Swinging through Saturday at FESJC
Golf FESJC: Saturday’s scores; Sunday’s pairings
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Sports Following Redbirds callup, Joshua Baez makes MLB history for St. Louis
Food
Recipe Exchange: Hog & Hominy’s peanut butter and banana pie
The pie marries a creamy peanut butter pie filling and a classic banana pudding into one over-the-top layered dessert.
Food News Westy’s to close this weekend, but annual holiday dinners should continue
Suburbs
Collierville reschedules meeting to decide fire chief’s fate
The decision came only hours before the board was scheduled to discuss the fate of John Selberg, who was placed on administrative leave with pay earlier this week.
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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.
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Opinion
Opinion: Beware of impersonation scams
“No government agency will threaten to arrest you or take legal action against you if you don’t send them money immediately.”
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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
Sudoku: Aug. 15
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?