Rookie GG Jackson scores 20, Grizzlies fall to Knicks
The severely short-handed Grizzlies lost to the Knicks on Saturday night, but got an impressive effort from rookie GG JacksonRelated story:
Grizzlies rookie GG Jackson is a breath of fresh air in a gloomy season
The youngest player in the NBA, the Grizzlies’ rookie turned 19 a month ago and has brightened a basketball season filled with injuries and bad news.
Volunteers help restore Raleigh section of Wolf River Greenway
“We’re turning a toxic dumpsite off of Highland Road into a beautiful, forested area for the community to enjoy.”
Airport braces for icy weather
Airport Authority officials are monitoring the weather and will activate the consolidated deicing facility or deploy snow and ice removal equipment if expected winter precipitation arrives.
What to expect in Memphis’ road game against Wichita State
The Tigers will look to extend their winning streak to 10 when they travel to the Roundhouse for a matchup with the Shockers Sunday.
Supreme Court will hear Starbucks’ appeal in Memphis 7 case
Seven baristas say they were fired for their effort to unionize. But Starbucks says they were terminated for opening the store without approval, a safety violation, and letting unauthorized people in the closed store.
Memphis gears up for coming winter storm
“This is not a time to panic,” said Memphis Light, Gas and Water president and CEO Doug McGowen. “It’s a time to prepare.”Related story:
Orpheum to host Justin Timberlake concert
Justin Timberlake will perform at a free, one-night-only concert in Memphis next week, the Orpheum announced.
Family business expanding to include South American bakery
“I like the bakery more than the kitchen, so I wanted to bring something new to Memphis — its first South American bakery,” said one of the owners of Cevicheria and Grill Chilemon.
U of M’s Mya Jones drafted by San Diego Wave
Jones becomes the first Memphis Tiger drafted in the National Women’s Soccer League.
Police Chief Davis’ showdown with the City Council: What it means
A reporter’s roundtable on the WKNO-TV program “Behind The Headlines” included a discussion of the rough reception MPD Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis got at the year’s first city council session.
What’s on stage in Memphis for January
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “A Raisin in the Sun” are two of the theater productions that will come alive this month.
Former Memphis Tigers signee Mikey Williams commits to UCF
Williams, once a four-star signee in Memphis’ Class of 2023, announced his commitment to the Knights Friday afternoon on Instagram.
Collierville approves superintendent contract for Russell Dyer
Collierville Board of Education met Friday to approve a contract for its next leader, Superintendent Russell Dyer.
Balanced effort leads Briarcrest past CBHS
Connor Mancell leads the way with 18 points as Saints extend their streak.
Lisa Marie Presley’s posthumous memoir will be published in October
A memoir that Lisa Marie Presley had been working on at the time of her death will be published this fall.
St. Louis Cardinals caravan stops in Memphis
Masyn Winn, called up from the Redbirds to St. Louis last season, returns to Memphis representing the visiting Cardinals. The players will be at AutoZone Park Friday evening, Jan. 12.
Collierville Industrial Development Board votes against Helena PILOT
Helena Agri-Enterprises will not receive a PILOT from the Collierville. Board members thought the capital investment was too low.
Tennessee private school voucher law hits new obstacle in court
A legal challenge to Tennessee’s private school voucher law is back on track after a state appeals court ruled that a lower court erred in dismissing the case.
Memphis airport offering ‘behind-the-scenes’ tours
The airport will offer comprehensive tours on the last Thursday of the month, March through October.
Bailey: Turning the Bartlett library and rec center over to private management
Bartlett officials turned their rec center and library branch over to private companies with the hopes of better control and cost savings.
Sudoku: Jan. 13
Today’s sudoku is a killer. But if you need help, there’s an “assist” dropdown near the top right of the puzzle.
Sound Bites: Memphis restaurants we miss
This week on our Sound Bites podcast, Chris Herrington and Holly Whitfield hold a remembrance of restaurants past.
Emergency Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant out for season, what now?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington react to the news that Ja Morant is done for the season. What comes next for the Memphis Grizzlies?
Tigers podcast: Jahvon Quinerly joy, Caleb Mills pain, Mikey Williams loss
Greg Gaston, Parth Upadhyaya and Tim Buckley have plenty to talk through after a wild week for the No. 13 Memphis Tigers basketball team.
Metro
Memphis City Council will meet to resume session that ended in protest
The second council meeting of the week was called after Tuesday’s session ended with police clearing the council chamber, leaving several items awaiting discussion and a vote.
Premium Lakeland Lakeland school district stands against possible open-enrollment legislation
Education MSCS takeover board to reconvene Thursday
Geoff Calkins Calkins: They arrested the East Parkway water guy? Now that’s a real civic outrage.
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Business
Memphis Motorsports Park back on auction block
The hopes of resurrecting Memphis Motorsports Park drove into the ditch, as the former auto racing venue south of Millington is back on the market.
Business A data center in Memphis just filed a $575M permit — and it’s not SpaceXAI
Premium Real Estate Stalled Falls Building apartment conversion seeks new tax break as costs climb
Real Estate It’s official: Living Spaces buys former IKEA store near Wolfchase
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Rhodes professor wins award for poetry
Sports
Desmond Bane returns to Memphis, and 1 Grizzly carries his legacy
Desmond Bane was once the Grizzlies player with a chip on his shoulder, insisting the team was better than people expected. Now, it’s Cedric Coward carrying a similar message.
High School Sports Middle College’s Staples, Wooddale’s Nelson introduced as all-star coaches
High School Sports Week 8 high school football preview: Whitehaven. Southwind. Enough said.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Buckley: College football rivalries are losing their place, but Memphis-UAB still matters to some
Premium Real Estate Memphis Motorsports Park back on auction block
Food
New restaurant headed for former Alchemy space
Alchemy Memphis closed in June 2025 after serving tapas and cocktails in Cooper-Young for almost 15 years.
Premium Food News Food Files: Midtown’s No Comment to close
Suburbs
Lakeland school district stands against possible open-enrollment legislation
Lakeland school leaders are voicing their opposition to open enrollment and making sure district and city employees can still send their kids to the suburban system.
Premium Real Estate Memphis Motorsports Park back on auction block
Arts & Culture
Memphis Jazz Festival announces schedule
Admission for the festival is free.
Music Hour-by-hour guide to 3 days of Mempho Music Fest
Opinion
Calkins: They arrested the East Parkway water guy? Now that’s a real civic outrage.
The Memphis Police Department arrested Demarcus Dickerson, the guy who sells water at the corner of East Parkway and Poplar. Why? For doing what he does. And, yes it’s an outrage.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: It was bedlam at City Hall — as Memphis is at the center of a national debate once again
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Is this as close to Willy Wonka as Memphis gets?
Every piece of the world’s Ice Breakers gum comes from a factory in Memphis.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Addressing America’s housing crisis, 1 lot at a time
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Rec room for Bodine
This jigsaw puzzle features a rendering of the new rec room planned for the Bodine School that was provided by Archimania.