The Memphis in May barbecue contest rival has a name
Forward Momentum announced details Thursday, Jan. 11, of its barbecue contest this May in Tom Lee Park.
Student deaths spur Memphis Schools to launch crime initiatives
MSCS Interim Superintendent Toni Williams points to efforts the district is taking to quell the violence that has taken the lives of 22 students in the 16 months she’s served.
Taylor Jenkins: Vince Williams Jr. is player Grizzlies see as part of future
Vince Williams Jr. said he is appreciative of the support he has received since signing a new deal with the Grizzlies.
At Clayborn Temple, the Grizzlies get a lesson about Martin Luther King Jr.
The Grizzlies went inside Clayborn Temple on Thursday, getting an immersive glimpse into Martin Luther King Jr.’s message and then put it into action with their service.
Here’s where you can volunteer for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A number of Memphis organizations will provide community service opportunities in honor of the birthday of the late Martin Luther King Jr.
Minerva Johnican Building honors ‘trailblazer’ in earlier era of change
The former county commissioner, city council member and Criminal Court clerk who died in 2013 was remembered Thursday, Jan. 11, as the marker bearing her name was unveiled outside the 99-year-old building.
DeSoto County DA forms partnership to battle human trafficking
In 2023, the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department said they encountered about 55 human trafficking victims. The north Mississippi county often leads the state in human trafficking arrests.
Collierville outlines steps to replace Keri Blair on school board
Those interested in filling the position must be a citizen of Tennessee, a resident and qualified voter of Collierville and have a GED or high school diploma.
GXO Logistics plans to lay off 211 workers
Efforts to help retain or find new work will be led by Greater Memphis Local Workforce Development.
Millington solar farm a go despite moratorium
Residents were able to get a county moratorium this past fall on projects such as the Millington-area solar farm that is expected to generate energy for a Facebook data center.
U of M announces seven Hall of Fame inductees
The induction ceremony for the new University of Memphis Hall of Fame members will be held on Saturday, Feb. 10 at the Billy J. Murphy Complex. DeAndre Williams signs with Philippine pro team, records double-double in debutRelated story:
$10 Deal: Los Picosos’ pollo al carbon is a smoky good deal
The word is out about the magical chicken Los Picosos is selling.
The To-Do List: Monster club, Inscho art and a trip to Flavortown
This week, Arrow Creative celebrates all things Memphis, Keri Lee hosts a sound bath in the Sound Room and DJ Alpha Whiskey DJs her own birthday party.
Standouts from ECS and Westwood voted player of the week
Nick Owens and Reneiya Brigance were honored for their efforts.
Calkins: Veatch on the stadium, the realignment — and the Smiths’ gift
Laird Veatch, the University of Memphis athletic director, is finally getting his hands on a football stadium and $120 million. Now all he has to do is raise another $50 million and figure out how to rebuild his new stadium on the fly.
Grizzlies Insider: With surgery done, Morant can ‘look for the rainbow’
Ja Morant had successful surgery on Thursday. Now it’s time for the Grizzlies point guard to look for the rainbow amid the storm. Related story:
Kingsbury girls find unexpected success with an unexpected coach
Quintin Jones took over a week before the first game of the year. And now the Falcons are on the verge of a program milestone.
Buckley: Tigers make things difficult. Why is anyone’s guess.
Memphis survives another nail-biter, this time going to overtime with UTSA. More of these, and it could be a long, bumpy ride.
The Department of Justice releases a guide for specialized police units
The guide was written as part of a review from the U.S. DOJ Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office, which was requested by the City of Memphis and the Memphis Police Department.
Report: Federal requirements could still apply if state rejects funding
“There are more questions than definitive answers about what rejecting federal K-12 dollars could mean for Tennessee’s obligations because no state has ever done so,” the report states.
Sanford: ‘We have met the autocrat. And he is the speaker of the TN House’
“We have met the persistent. And they are Tennessee voters.”
Business leaders push for state help with Memphis crime
The worried message from a slew of executives to the state’s Republican leadership follows months of public statements from some who signed the letter that the city’s future hangs in the balance.
Collierville Schools board member resigns after shoplifting charges
Keri Blair has resigned just 13 months after being elected, the district announced early Wednesday morning.
Shelby County Health Department warns of winter COVID-19 surge
The county’s health department is urging residents to be prepared to test themselves, isolate if necessary, seek treatment when needed and to consider wearing a high-quality mask in high-risk settings.
Sudoku: Jan. 11
Ready for a bit of a challenge? This sudoku is rated medium.
Word Search: Shoulder injury a heartbreaker
It hasn’t been all bad since Morant went out, but it’d be better with him. As we pass the time to his return onto the court, we’ve put together a word search to help you heal.
TSWA All-State Division 1 Classes 1-3 team
An elite group of Memphis-area Class 1A, 2A and 3A football players earned all-state recognition.
Metro
Thanks to her role in ‘Mufasa,’ Pilar is a star
Hollywood sound designer Watson Wu spent a week in Memphis in 2022 recording sounds at the zoo for “Mufasa: The Lion King.”
City of Memphis This Week in Memphis: School’s out for winter; Liberty Bowl game kicks off
Business
What’s on the road ahead for newly independent FedEx Freight
Analysts say FedEx Freight, worth $30 billion, should be traded against its peers, not locked up inside.
Premium Health Care Memphis wrap star, former St. Jude patient meet on reality show
Sports
Tigers LB Chandler Martin to enter NFL Draft
Memphis linebacker Chandler Martin is forgoing his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL Draft, he announced Sunday on X.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘It’s crazy, isn’t it?’: Grizzlies destruction tour rolls on in Atlanta
Food
$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
Suburbs
Collierville grad will be front and center in UT’s College Football Playoff
University of Tennessee drum major Christian Carroll, of Collierville, is only the third Black drum major in the school’s history.
Arts & Culture
UT’s three Black drum majors all have ties to Memphis
There have only been three Black drum majors in the more than 150 years since the University of Tennessee marching band was founded.
Opinion
Echols: It’s all about time
“Whether too much or not enough or just the right amount, time is the thread running through every last tidbit of our human existence. ... And time is what this season of Advent is all about.”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football season recap, basketball’s rough schedule
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner II, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss this year’s football season and the raised level of expectations for Memphis basketball as it prepares for its final two non-conference games.
Games
Crossword: GloRilla
Memphis rapper GloRilla’s visit to an Orange Mound high school inspired this week’s crossword puzzle.