Memphis’ late rally comes up short in exhibition loss to No. 2 Alabama
The Tigers fell 96-88 to the Crimson Tide after trailing by as many as 21 points and never once leading.
Martin: Memphis is done with its exhibitions. Here’s what we’ve learned.
Memphis is officially through its two-game exhibition season, which concluded with a 96-88 loss to No. 2 Alabama in Huntsville. So, what have we learned about this team?
Grizzlies defense ‘terrible’ in loss to Bulls
Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins voiced his frustrations with his team’s defense after Memphis blew a 20-point lead to the Chicago Bulls.Related content:
You were right, Memphis. Jay Huff should play for the Grizzlies.
Cheeseburgers are on the menu when the Grizzlies get to Philadelphia on Friday, courtesy of newly signed center Jay Huff. Related content:
Circuit Court Clerk wants 14% pay raise for her employees
The County Commission delayed consideration of Jamita Swearengen’s request for more money for her staff. Lakeland and Arlington TIFS and Juvenile Court were also on the agenda.
16 arrested in major drug-trafficking bust
The sheriff’s office began an operation focused on McLemore Avenue’s Club Insight in February 2023. Over the more than year-long investigation, sheriff’s detectives found that the drug-trafficking operation spread throughout Memphis and Shelby County.
Referendum on Germantown mayor’s duties heads to Legislature
Legislators will consider allowing a referendum on the 2026 ballot requiring full-time attention to the duties of Germantown’s mayoral office.
Former Tiger Calvin Austin III scores twice in Steelers win over Giants
Calvin Austin III returned a punt for a touchdown and hauled in a lob by Russell Wilson as Pittsburgh beat New York 26-18.
Eliza Fletcher’s family, Mulroy speak out as Abston pleads guilty
“No legal resolution and no sentence can diminish the anguish of Liza’s murder,” Eliza Fletcher’s family said in a statement.
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot doesn’t share his views about the 2024 election
Musk has said he wants xAI to be the most “truth-seeking” artificial intelligence, its training not swayed by ideology. At present, its training appears to not be swayed by anyone, including Musk.
Memphis airport will get nonstop flight to NOLA for Mardi Gras
Throw the beads! The flight will operate daily from the end of February to the beginning of March 2025.
Silverfield breaks down Memphis’ fourth-down decisions
The Tigers were 2-of-4 on fourth downs in a 33-28 win over Charlotte. Two days later, Ryan Silverfield explained his decision-making process.Related content:
Back Yard Burgers bankruptcy plan marks ‘significant step forward’
The fast food chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2023, allowing the company to operate while planning to pay its creditors.
Four Downs with Finebaum: Ole Miss mystery, dangerous Tennessee, Memphis’ great quarterback
ESPN college football expert Paul Finebaum answers The Daily Memphian’s questions after Week 9 games.
Agree to disagree: Sheriff’s office, juvenile court disputes continue
The sheriff’s office and juvenile court are still at loggerheads over who should run the new youth detention center and how to get detainees to court. Where will it end?
Vote for the high school football player of the week, Week 10
Standouts from Brighton, Covington, East, ECS, Fairley and Germantown are up for consideration this week.
Houston High graduate designs Wolf River Boulevard crosswalk
“In order to see this design at its full potential, you have to completely let go of common sense,” artist Madison Montgomery said in a written explanation of her work.
Point of Impact: How gun violence affects Memphis
As Memphians vote on three gun-control referendums, The Daily Memphian has published a series of stories on gun violence in Memphis.
Our journalists speak with people affected by gun violence, decipher the ballot questions and examine city and state gun laws and some of their effects.
Marion’s Bailey Bigger comes into her own on new album
“Resurrection Fern,” the second full-length album from the 24-year-old, is a product of stepping fully into adulthood.
Countdown to candy: Memphis sweets shops brace for Halloween demand
With Halloween on the horizon, local family-owned businesses Wayne’s Candy Co. and Macklin Candy Co. are working hard to stay stocked with sweet treats for candy shoppers.
Trio offers ideas for making city more welcoming to development
The “Developing Memphis” seminar featured Chance Carlisle, CEO of Carlisle Corp.; Ernest Strickland, president and CEO of the Black Chamber of Commerce, and Stephen Townsend, licensed architect and senior project manager for UrbanARCH Associates.
Political Roundup: Early voting tops 175k, and Nordstrom-White on school vouchers
Democratic and Republican partisans met Saturday, Oct. 26, on the parking lot of the county’s most popular early voting site while Trump supporters waved banners on Poplar Avenue. Four days of early voting remain.
This Week in Memphis: Early voting ends; Johnson sentenced
Also happening this week: Halloween is Thursday and daylight saving time ends Sunday. Plus, this is one of only a few chances to catch three Grizz home games during a work week.
Sudoku: Oct. 27
Here are Sunday’s sudokus.
Sudoku: Oct. 28
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Jigsaw: Cosplaying the part
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the crowd at the Memphis Comic Expo at Renasant Convention Center.
Metro
Community support is key to strategy for youths in Raleigh, Nutbush
The Wraparound District 6 strategy, which received an initial $600,000 investment that will be managed by the School Seed Foundation, will address public safety, public health and public education in north Shelby County.
State Government Two Memphis judges up for Tennessee appeals court seat
Education Top MSCS staffer departs, to join Greater Memphis Chamber
Premium Metro MAS director fired from previous job for alleged misconduct, lying
Spirit of Memphis Calkins: Gene Brady is gone. The world needs more Gene Bradys.
Business
FedEx aims to make life easier for small or medium shippers
The fdx.com commerce platform offers merchants more insight into their logistics, with an eye to helping brick-and-mortar businesses compete with Amazon.
Business Hutchinson: Businesses beware of government-impersonation scams
Premium Lakeland Lake District owner looking to sell parcels, lure commercial users
Transportation & Logistics Aviation intel: Memphis airport tour takes you behind scenes, across fields
Transportation & Logistics FedEx added $85B to global economy, billions more through suppliers
Sports
Herrington: Fans feast on fun after Grizzlies’ dry spell
This opener at FedExForum was a show: The blend of athleticism, creativity and personality that marks NBA hoops at its most enjoyable.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Calkins: On opening night in Memphis, Grizz fans got everything they wanted
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Buckley: Roc Taylor wasn’t about to drop the pass that saved the day
Memphis Grizzlies The Memphis Grizzlies turned back the clock 30 years — and 295 days
Sports 901 FC secures home playoff match with win over New Mexico United
Food
Food Files: City Silo East Memphis update and menu sneak peek, Blue Note Bourbon
An update on City Silo's new East Memphis location and a menu sneak peek, Blue Note Bourbon releases a new limited-release honey whiskey flavor and Teriyaki Madness to open in Cordova.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Short ribs, grits and grilled cheese at The Public Bistro
Suburbs
Germantown Alderwoman Sherrie Hicks discusses first term, next four years
Germantown Alderwoman Sherrie Hicks is completing her first term in Position 3 on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, and is unopposed for reelection.
High School Sports Laila McNamee the hero as Houston ends Bearden’s AAA title reign
Arts & Culture
Fans and artists mingle at Memphis Comic Expo
Sure there are plenty of comics to buy, including a first edition of “Superman,” but the event at Renasant Convention Center is mostly about costumes, fun and a chance to meet the creators of popular characters.
Arts & Culture Sheila E. to speak at Rhodes College
Opinion
Narcisse: The art of letting go
“When patients meet with me on the edge of or amid crisis, my job is to help them to see that among the broken pieces, something remains. Often, that is the choice to let go.”
Podcasts
How Memphis charter-school leaders tackle chronic absenteeism
Schools across the U.S. and in Memphis experienced skyrocketing rates of students missing a significant portion of the school year.