MLGW lifts energy conservation alert
MLGW’s president and CEO said his focus is now on the impacts that extended periods of cold weather can have on the area’s water system.
Area schools, colleges remain closed Thursday
Suburban districts and Memphis-Shelby County Schools have made the decision to close schools Thursday, Jan. 18, as more wintry precipitation is expected.
TVA hits record power demand
The Tennessee Valley Authority supplied more electricity Wednesday morning than at any other point in its history. Related stories:
Feast & Graze’s owner to operate Brooks Museum cafe
The Brooks Museum recently terminated its relationship with its previous cafe operator, Loaf, after an unsanctioned fundraising event for a Palestinian relief fund.
Walls under boil water notice
The notice includes the immediate Town of Walls along Old Highway 61 going west and along Highway 61 south of Goodman Road to Starlanding Road.
Young Griffin is new county deputy chief administrative officer
Dorcas Young Griffin will remain in an interim role as director of the county’s community services division in the move up to deputy chief administrative officer.
Grizzlies podcast: The Vince and GG show
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share stories and thoughts about Grizzlies players GG Jackson and Vince Williams Jr.
Burst pipes cause flooding at 201 Poplar, juvenile court
Division 7 Judge Bill Anderson said there was about a foot of water at the front of his courtroom.
What does Amazon stake in Bally parent company mean for Grizz TV?
Bally Sports broadcasts could be available to watch on Amazon Prime in the future.
Special session to consider $1.9B EV battery facility in Marshall County
Gov. Tate Reeves announced Tuesday, Jan. 16, plans for a special session of the legislature later this week to finalize a development deal that would create around 2,000 new jobs in the north Mississippi county. Marshall County poised to be the site of multibillion-dollar EV-battery facilityRelated story:
Global Café steps in to feed hundreds sheltering from freezing temps
Freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall have forced many local businesses to close this week, but Global Café has been delivering warm, hearty meals to those in need citywide.
Hutchison, Middle College ranked in state girls basketball polls
Hutchison and Middle College are the only Memphis-area teams ranked in the state girls basketball rankings.
Bartlett and Douglass ranked No. 1 in state boys basketball polls
Bartlett, Cordova, Fayette-Ware, Munford, Ridgeway, Douglass, Briarcrest and FACS are all ranked in this week’s state high school boys basketball rankings.
What to expect in Memphis’ game against South Florida
The No. 10 Tigers will look to prove that their performance versus Wichita State on Sunday was a turning point when they host South Florida at FedExForum on Thursday.
‘Snow Day’ has different meaning for essential services
From clearing roads to holding court, snow days come with some serious considerations and lots of detail for local government services.
Herrington: How trade deadline, looming luxury tax could shape Grizzlies
With injuries crippling the season, and with an eye toward both the NBA’s Feb. 8 trade deadline and the offseason to follow, let’s reset the Grizzlies roster. Grizzlies announce signing of Scotty Pippen Jr. Spider-Man and the Defender ‘wear the masks’ in Grizzlies win over Warriors Grizzlies Insider: Defensive ‘dog’ Vince Williams Jr. learns quicklyRelated stories:
Inked: Victory Packaging at Intermodal, Tropical Smoothie in Raleigh, development in Oakland
Victory Packaging leases spaces in the Intermodal Distribution Center, Tropical Smoothie coming to Raleigh, and a new three-tenant retail development planned for Oakland.
Lobbyist to host six-course anniversary dinner
Owner Jimmy Gentry says the past year has been a ‘mixed bag’ for his Downtown restaurant.
DAC Collierville asks town to take on operations
DAC likely would have closed Jan. 1 if Collierville wasn’t considering taking the responsibility.
TSWA All-State football teams for Classes 4A, 5A, 6A
An elite group of Memphis-area Class 4A, 5A and 6A football players earned all-state recognition headlined by two in Class 6A from Houston High’s state title-winning team.
TSWA All-State Golf and Cross Country teams announced
An elite group of Memphis-area golfers and cross country runners earn all-state recognition.
Sudoku: Jan. 17
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Wordrow Top Story: Drake reschedules Memphis concert
Wordrow is similar to Wordle — but with a twist.
Metro
Political Roundup: The school board’s bad night, tracking D.C. votes and new council meeting time
The MSCS board has a history of lots of citizens showing up at its meetings in a bad mood. The political roundup also tracks how the city’s D.C. representatives voted on the plan to keep the federal government open. Meanwhile, the city council will meet at 4 p.m. in the new year instead of 3:30 p.m.
Education MSCS has fewer F schools in second year of Tennessee letter grades
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.