Why some Memphians have no — or low — water pressure
Water pressure has continued to drop Friday, Jan. 19, for some Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers. Related story:
Avery Cunningham’s historical fiction delves into Black elite of 1920s Chicago
She wrote the 450-page novel late at night in her East Memphis home around her day job in admissions at the Southern College of Optometry.
Justin Timberlake show is still on — for lucky ticket winners
After nearly a week of winter weather, the Orpheum confirmed Jan. 18 that Timberlake’s Friday concert would continue as planned. Also Thursday, the artist posted a five-second clip from a rehearsal at the Orpheum.
Tigers Basketball Podcast: The USF meltdown, chemistry woes and more
Greg Gaston, Tim Buckley and Parth Upadhyaya discuss all that went wrong for Memphis in its loss to South Florida and what comes next on the latest episode of The Daily Memphian Tigers Podcast.
Macy’s will shutter stores, slash jobs
Macy’s plans to lay off both retail and corporate employees.
Refreeze keeps roads hazardous into weekend
The City of Memphis is using all of its available resources to improve road conditions, but low temperatures are hindering those efforts. Here’s the city’s priority roads for snow plowing and treatment Olive Branch declares state of emergencyRelated stories:
Martin: It’s back to square one for Memphis basketball
After a month of mostly near-misses and too-close-for-comfort wins, the Memphis Tigers finally got caught.
Calkins: The Tigers lost and the fans stayed home. But that wasn’t the worst part.
On a cold and miserable night — a night when fans were urged to stay home — the Tigers blew a 20-point lead to lose to South Florida. And then Penny Hardaway hinted at ominous chemistry issues within the team.
Greater Memphis Chamber selected for national workforce program
“This program will accelerate and amplify this region’s work to create more pathways to prosperity for all, and especially for people who are looking for a second chance,” said Ted Townsend, Chamber president and CEO.
Tigers women’s basketball game moved to FedExForum
Saturday’s Memphis women’s basketball game against Florida Atlantic will be played at FedExForum due to winter weather impact on campus and at Elma Roane Fieldhouse.
Grizzlies Insider: Taylor Jenkins said defensive energy is in Memphis’ ‘DNA’
“We have to play with that edge, home or away, and that togetherness. I thought (against Minnesota) it was really good. In the fourth quarter we had a little bit of slippage, but overall, I’m really impressed,” Taylor Jenkins said.
Conaway: Gov. Lee wants you to pay tuition at MUS and Hutchison
“Lee thinks his voucher program will become a national model. The lies told to get it, and the threats and pressure brought to bear, have already made it a national embarrassment.”
TSSAA boys and girls basketball scoring leaders and top teams
Jordan Allen and Amare’ Boothe are both averaging more than 30 points per game.
Mayor Young weighs whether to uphold one of Strickland’s vetoes
Strickland vetoed a referendum ordinance that would ask voters whether the Memphis City Council could set its salary and the salary of mayor-appointed directors. The council believes the veto was done improperly.
Bailey: Electric battery manufacturing will change the character of the area
The announcement of an electric battery manufacturer in Marshall County, coupled with the already announced BlueOval City may change the rural areas of Shelby and Fayette counties.
Food Files: New JJ’s, Biscuits & Jams spots; Taste of Glenny open Sundays
JJ’s Tropical expands, Biscuits & Jams opens Downtown and A Taste of Glenny extends its hours to include Sundays.
The To-Do List: Let’s do the Time Warp again; plus C.S. Lewis on stage
This week, Black Lodge hosts a 20th anniversary screening of “Kill Bill,” and thousands of Black dance professionals gather in Memphis.
Sudoku: Jan. 19
Today’s sudoku is rated medium, so it might be a little bit of a challenge.
5 by 5 crossword: Jan. 19
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Metro
The AM/DM podcast: B.B. King and The Daily Memphian have birthdays
In this episode of The AM/DM, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips and columnist Chris Herrington talk about the week ahead, which includes The Daily Memphian’s upcoming anniversary.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: National Guard is coming, and so are MPD demotions
Premium City of Memphis National Guard not needed in Memphis, former police director says
Premium Education Collierville Schools to improve cell service at high school, hears site purchase updates
Business
With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
The two retailers are expected to be the spark as the Shelby County suburb strives to be the “retail hub for West Tennessee.”
Premium Business Peabody renovations ‘complete departure’ from old look
Premium Transportation & Logistics What a giant train merger has to do with National Guard in Memphis
Business Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
Sports
Vote for the Daily Memphian high school player of the week, Week 4
Standout football players from Briarcrest, Central, Lakeland Prep, Melrose, Munford and St. Benedict are up for consideration.
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis game with Arkansas will be televised on ABC
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
High School Sports Friday prep report: Melrose QB accounts for seven TDs in win over Bolton
Food
What to order: Smoke & Toast’s ‘Baller, Shot Collard’ sandwich
The Baller, Shot Collard sandwich is a spectacularly Southern, ultimate grilled cheese, unlike anything else.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools to improve cell service at high school, hears site purchase updates
Collierville Schools is hoping cell service is soon improved in the high school area. District leaders also heard an update on two sites they are purchasing.
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: B.B. King’s 100th Birthday Celebration electrifies Beale Street
Marching bands, drumlines, street flippers and more took to Beale Street to celebrate what would be B.B. King’s 100th birthday.
Opinion
Calkins: Why is a cove in Memphis suddenly filled with Cubs flags? It’s out of sadness — and respect.
Todd Dixon — a nurse, triathlete, Sunday-school teacher, husband and father — died at 54. Now an entire street in East Memphis is flying Chicago Cubs flags in his honor.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: B.B. King and The Daily Memphian have birthdays
In this episode of The AM/DM, newsletter editor Bianca Phillips and columnist Chris Herrington talk about the week ahead, which includes The Daily Memphian’s upcoming anniversary.
Games
Daily WordRow: Kitchen hacks
This puzzle follows some of the conventions of Wordle. You get six tries to guess each individual word.