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
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5 by 5 crossword: Jan. 19
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Metro
Dr. Marion Dugdale championed hemophillia patients in clinics and classrooms
She set up her lab in an empty room. With cobbled equipment and the blood of cows, dogs and humans, she set out to work on advances in hemophilia.
Premium Education A Feagins return to MSCS leader would be ‘short-lived,’ attorneys argue
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Metro The AM/DM podcast: How Memphis’ elevation and soil protect it from flash floods
Business
Dr. Marion Dugdale championed hemophillia patients in clinics and classrooms
She set up her lab in an empty room. With cobbled equipment and the blood of cows, dogs and humans, she set out to work on advances in hemophilia.
Premium Ford Megasite BlueOval City megasite authority plans to protect Memphis aquifer
Food News New East Memphis restaurant to open on Poplar Avenue
Real Estate Bartlett project with mystery grocery store secures permit approval
Sports
Buckley: Another Memphis minor-league football franchise in the wind? Don’t be shocked.
Would spring football in Memphis really last the second time around? Based on history, the apparent answer should not be surprising.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis is itching to get into a power conference. Basketball attendance shows why.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: It’s time to call the Big East
Premium High School Sports Prep football 2025: Challenging schedule will test Lausanne early and often
Food
Table Talk: Easing on down the road
More than a dozen Memphis restaurants are promoting the Broadway show “The Wiz,” and most aren’t even requiring proof of ticket purchase to participate in the edible, whimsical fun.
Suburbs
Bartlett project with mystery grocery store secures permit approval
After hitting roadblocks with a nearby day care and some unhappy residents, revised plans for the Union Depot addition development — and a grocery store under contract — get an approval.
Arts & Culture
Table Talk: Easing on down the road
More than a dozen Memphis restaurants are promoting the Broadway show “The Wiz,” and most aren’t even requiring proof of ticket purchase to participate in the edible, whimsical fun.
Opinion
Buckley: The Memphis Tigers have a plan at quarterback. Really, they do.
Whether Brendon Lewis is a bridge to AJ Hill or Arrington Maiden, and whether that gap is closed sooner or later, Ryan Silverfield and the Tigers have a plan at quarterback.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How Memphis’ elevation and soil protect it from flash floods
On today’s episode: Why geography, soil and water systems mean a tragedy like what happened in Texas is unlikely to happen in Memphis, even though flooding is an issue.