Calkins: Skiing in Memphis — and other scenes from coldest MLK Day in history
The guy who was skiing through Downtown Monday? We found him. Here’s his story and more scenes from the coldest MLK Day in Memphis since it became a federal holiday.
The guy who was skiing through Downtown Monday? We found him. Here’s his story and more scenes from the coldest MLK Day in Memphis since it became a federal holiday.
Are Vince Williams Jr., GG Jackson and Jacob Gilyard the new three to watch?
The Grizzlies fans chanted “Whoop That Trick” at the Golden State bench in the closing moments. Box score: Grizzlies 116, Warriors 107 Memphis Grizzlies announce ticket exchange due to winter weatherRelated content:
The National Civil Rights Museum had planned a large celebration to honor what would have been King’s 95th birthday, but as the weather forecast became clear, they realized they would have to pivot.
The Hop-In convenience store at South Highland Street and Poplar Avenue was engulfed in flames Monday, Jan. 15.
The heaviest snowfall landed just east of Germantown.
Coach Penny Hardaway’s team continues to steadily climb up the rankings. Tigers beat writer Parth Upadhyaya’s newest AP Top 25 ballotRelated story:
Not only does the weather make road conditions treacherous, but the expected single-digit temperatures are also a cause for concern for students who walk, bike or wait at bus stops.
Standouts from Collierville, Houston, Hutchison, Memphis Business Academy and Trezevant are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18.
Standouts from Cordova, Fayette-Ware, Hillcrest, Sheffield and Trezevant up for consideration. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18.
In honor of Martin Luther King’s heart for working people such as the sanitation workers in Memphis, the Intersection of Race and Sports panel focused on economic power in Memphis.
Former Memphian Antonio D. Tillis is bringing Hamilton and Westwood students to the elite New Jersey school where he now serves as chancellor as “his way of giving back.”
As costs for food and labor rise, the owners of dining establishments see a slump in business. Customers facing their own money problems or fear of crime increasingly choose inexpensive fast-food options or eat at home.
“Everything in our industry kind of changed post-COVID. Everybody wants to make $20 an hour and they want benefits,”said one local restaurateur. “The industry has never really been set up for that.”
In a record-setting performance, Coach Penny Hardaway’s team showed the AAC — and perhaps the country — that its ceiling is still sky-high despite its struggles in recent weeks.Related story:
Alasia Smith led the Tigers with her fifth double-double of the year and 33rd of her career with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
Dubbed the Ensuring Likeness, Voice and Image Security — or ELVIS — Act, the bill represents one of the first attempts by a government to regulate artificial intelligence.
The upper Mississippi River is getting saltier but concentrations of most metals have decreased.
Anthony “Big Jook” Mims, 47, was shot in Southeast Memphis, along with another man who has not yet been identified.
Ronna K. Newburger Adult Day Center will offer activities like games, yoga, art and music therapy as well as amenities that include an outdoor garden and a relaxation lounge for quiet time. The program will also offer medical and rehab services including physical, occupational therapy and wound care.
Purple Flower Health care in Arlington fills the needs of those who may not have others to help them with medical issues, including care for homebound patients.
Today’s sudoku is rated medium, so it might be a little bit of a challenge but not one you can’t solve.
This puzzle features a Patrick Lantrip photo of kids at the Opportunity Zone, a 22,000-square-foot after-school clubhouse/community center in Orange Mound.
The platinum-blonde professional wrestler born Terry Bollea died July 24, but Memphis was where he became Hulk.
The Atlanta-based company will oversee security, customer assistance and more.
Right fielder Matt Koperniak homers twice; starting pitcher Curtis Taylor goes scoreless through seven in win.
Need a unique way to stave off the heat? How about something filling, smothered in sauce and surprisingly refreshing, with a fluffy twist?
James Smith IV was selected by the New York Mets in the 14th round of the MLB Draft. The former Northpoint Christian standout chose to remain with the Tigers for another year.
This latest Marvel Comics movie finally opens this weekend and marks the third attempt in the past 20 years to launch Marvel’s foundational comic-book hero team on the big screen.
“This isn’t about panic, blame or partisan finger-pointing. It’s about a community resource we’ve all invested in — through our time, our talent, our listening — and what it will take to keep it vibrant.”
On today’s AM/DM podcast, The Daily Memphian’s Mary Cashiola talks to state sports writer of the year winner John Varlas about Joe Caruso’s background and what he thought of the derby.