Grizzlies’ offense explodes in win over Bulls
The Grizzlies posted 140-plus points for just the sixth time in franchise history, using the offense of Scotty Pippen Jr. and Jaylen Wells to take down the Bulls. Related content:
Holiday spirit (and candy) brings community together in Whitehaven
Onlookers at the Memphis Christmas Parade on Saturday talked about how the parade was a nice chance to show off their community spirit, an event to shine a positive light on the vast South Memphis area.
Box score: Grizzlies 142, Bulls 131
NBA box score for Saturday’s game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls.
Gallery: Christmas time in the city
Kids and adults gathered Downtown Saturday for the Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting sponsored by the Downtown Memphis Commission. Photographer Ziggy Mack was there to capture the excitement.
Memphis women lose to Murray State
The Tigers’ Tilly Boler posted another 20-point performance, her third of the season and ninth of her career. Alasia Smith had 12 points to go with 12 rebounds and six assists.
Main Street Trolley unlikely to restart till next summer
MATA’s interim CEO Bacarra Mauldin addressed the myriad problems facing the transit system, even while noting progress on some fronts.
Friday football report: Houston advances to Class 6A semifinals
Fairley, MASE and Melrose also advance in the state football playoffs with quarterfinal victories.
Nico Iamaleava throws 4 TD passes to lead No. 10 Tennessee over UTEP
The Vols quarterback threw for 209 yards and four touchdowns to lead No. 10 Tennessee to a victory against UTEP on Saturday in Knoxville.
Florida knocks No. 9 Ole Miss out of College Football Playoff contention
Ole Miss (8-3, 4-3), which entered the day as a 10-point favorite, lost for the first time in four games and surely will drop out of the 12-team playoff picture.
Live Nation to operate new live music venue in Crosstown
“The new venue will be a unique addition to the city and bring even more exciting shows to Memphis,” said Grant Lyman, president of Live Nation Southeast.
Memphis looks to add more officers, new police branch Downtown
The City of Memphis plans to invest additional resources Downtown — including almost 200 more cameras — to make the area safer.
Recipe Exchange: Interim’s mac and cheese with a twist
Jennifer Chandler’s go-to recipe for a ‘fancy’ mac and cheese was inspired by one made by chef Jackson Kramer at Interim.
DeSoto County DA to take proactive role in deporting immigrant inmates
DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton announced “Operation Final Departure” to help the incoming Trump administration with its vow to deport immigrants. Barton’s effort will focus on inmates in the DeSoto County jail.
Half-brother of man convicted in Young Dolph killing sentenced
“I think he was used by his brother,” the prosecutor said after the sentencing. “I think he knew better, and he obviously knew things were fishy and that he shouldn’t be doing these things. He is not a criminal.”
Jail inmate dies in intake at 201 Poplar
The TBI is investigating, and the sheriff’s office does not currently believe anyone else was involved in the inmate’s death.
City of Lakeland enters 2nd TIF development agreement
Lakeland continues to work with Tax Increment Financing in hopes of generating revenue for other projects, such as roads and infrastructure.
Grizzlies Insider: As schedule lightens, can Memphis cash in?
The Grizzlies are looking for a winning streak. Their best chance for a long one may come before the end the year.
Dennis Quaid speaks at Methodist Healthcare Luncheon
During this year’s annual Methodist Healthcare Luncheon at The Peabody, actor Dennis Quaid discussed his patient-advocacy work and shared memories of filming in Memphis.
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“I cared more that Buckley’s closed. Houston was not local and didn’t do much to support local folks.” — Chris Thomas about 'It's a sad day': Mayors, liars and other Memphians remember Houston's
“Police officers are tasked with doing a difficult job in a very challenging environment. Ask any crime victim how they feel after being car-jacked ... We need more qualified people in uniform to protect this city..” — Danny Livingston about Did Trump's return prompt release of DOJ report on MPD?
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‘It’s all about love': Memphian honored as industry group’s Caregiver of the Year
On Friday, Sharon Young was honored for her decades of providing daily, hands-on care for her patients at Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab.
Varsity Brands allows employees owner stake
If the company gains in value, employees could collect 80% of their salaries in the eventual payout, said Bill Seely, Varsity Spirit president.
Curb Side Casseroles owner has pro-tips for stress-free Thanksgiving
Bradford Williams’ business is built on making family meals easy.
Metro
Tenn. House Speaker reviewing Judge Bill Anderson’s cases
One of Tennessee’s top Republican leaders says his team will review all of a local judge’s criminal cases following a series of controversial bail decisions.
City of Memphis Forum addresses issues for youth in an ‘adversarial’ justice system
Public Safety Hickory Hill to get 26 new surveillance cameras
Metro This weekend’s weather: Break out the fire pits
Premium City of Memphis Memphis eyes new tax for Downtown security and beautification
Business
Local coffee roaster launches K-Cups
Vinculo Coffee Roasters is now using K-Cup packaging, becoming the first local roaster to do so.
Health Care County joins ‘Big Cities’ program to promote public health, battle misinformation
Transportation & Logistics Airport expects 90,000 travelers for Thanksgiving, with a Friday peak
Premium Food News Food Files: Flyway Brewing Co. opens, Graz’n Tables making changes
Premium Health Care Church Health sees growth with new Crosstown eye clinic
Sports
Love it, Like it or Hate it: Reviewing Memphis’ win against San Francisco
The Tigers left almost as much to be desired as they did to be celebrated against the Dons.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Insider: As schedule lightens, can Memphis cash in?
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis bowl projections: Possible locations, opponents for the Tigers
High School Sports This week in high school basketball: Briarcrest rolls in opener
High School Sports Rosters for AutoZone Liberty Bowl high school all-star game announced
Food
$10 Deal: Yum’s Hunan Chicken is spicy, sweet and savory
If you’re not familiar with Hunan-style chicken as a Chinese-American dish, a close cousin would be Kung Pao.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Five Memphis-made desserts for Thanksgiving
Suburbs
Santa, Polar Express stop in Bartlett this weekend
For the fifth year, the Christmas in Bartlett Market and Festivities will welcome the holidays in the suburb’s A. Keith McDonald Pavilion.
Premium Education Eoff focused on students during time on school board
Arts & Culture
GloRilla, Three 6 Mafia tapped for 2025 Coachella
Also, Julien Baker will perform as part of a country duo with Torres at the 2025 Big Ears Festival in Knoxville.
Premium Music The Essential Memphis Library: Justin Timberlake’s solo debut album
Opinion
Echols: On shedding the constant noise in our heads
Candace Echols says The Retreat House is “A place that feels like a massage, a nap, a good book, a cup of coffee and afternoon recess on a countryside playground — all together at the same time.”
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football’s senior day, basketball’s second-half magic
How will this Memphis football season be remembered if the final two regular season games play out in the Tigers’ favor? Can the Tigers’ basketball team continue to pull of their second-half magic? Drew Hill, Frank Bonner II and Parth Upadhyaya discuss.