Beer or THC tonight? Buds & Brews offers both on Broad
Nashville-based Buds & Brews is opening its first restaurant in Memphis, its third in Tennessee.
DeSoto sheriff subpoenaed before grand jury
After an inmate briefly escaped custody this week, Sheriff Thomas Tuggle and Chief Deputy Justin Smith were subpoenaed before a grand jury on Thursday, Dec. 12.
Party-house rules: Germantown limits ticketed events at residences
However, there are exceptions for church, school organizations or political fundraisers. Events like the Vesta Home Show tours or St. Jude Dream Home are also allowed.
Hardaway says Tigers’ next games will be ‘pivotal’ for NCAA Tournament seeding
The Memphis coach is confident the Tigers can get back to where they were just two weeks ago. But he’s also aware their window to do that is limited.
New Tennessee charter school law for at-risk students draws interest in Memphis and Nashville
Three aspiring charter groups are interested in opening schools in Memphis and Nashville in 2026 under a new state law aimed at creating options for at-risk youth.
Grind Session returns to Memphis this weekend
Briarcrest and P7 Sports are set to host three days of high-level hoops.
‘Disgusting’: Defense attorneys raise alarm over jail’s intake conditions
Booking and processing at 201 Poplar is taking days, leaving inmates to live in overcrowded holding cells with little phone access.
Standouts from Houston, Bartlett voted players of the week
Keron Jackson and Kaylin Sheffield are honored after strong outings this week.
The xAI supercomputer needs power. Some worry what that could mean
Last week, xAI, the startup founded by Elon Musk, announced plans to expand its supercomputer. Now, environmental groups want to know what it will cost Memphis.
Tigers Podcast: Frisco, basketball’s final nonconference stretch
Memphis football writer Frank Bonner, basketball writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin talk about the perception of the Tigers’ football season and gauge the panic meter on the Tigers’ basketball season after rough performances.
$10 Deal: At El Pollo Latino, rotisserie chicken is undeniably the star
For $10.50, you’ll get half a portion of their pollo asado, a firewood-smoked rotisserie chicken that’s tender, juicy and steeped in a subtle smokiness.
‘Miracle’ on Broad Avenue: Liquor Store hosts cocktail pop-up
New York-based Christmas pop-up bar Miracle partners with locations around the world to offer Christmas cocktails in cheery holiday-themed settings. Plus, we have tips for making your own holiday cocktails.
Grizzlies Insider: JJJ joins podcast with Zach Randolph, Tony Allen
On the “Out the Mud” podcast, hosted by the Grizzlies legends, Jaren Jackson Jr. predicted the 2021-22 Grizzlies would beat the 2012-13 Grizzlies in a seven-game series.
Table Talk: Missing Houston’s and searching for meaning
As Houston’s closes after 40 years, chef and restaurateur Patrick Reilly suggests locals focus on restaurants that give back to their communities.
The To-Do List: Two parades delayed; holiday films, and cannabis cocktails
This week, Sheet Cake celebrates its first birthday, Ikea hosts a Swedish Christmas feast and Soul & Spirits has six Taylor Swift-themed beers.
Former MSCS leader lands at national teacher-training org
By joining TNTP, Toni Williams strengthens the teacher training organization’s ties to Memphis.
$34M in added Frayser school funding clears test vote
The County Commission votes Monday on shifting the funding for the construction of a new Frayser high school. In committees, County Mayor Lee Harris and some Frayser students pushed to get construction started.
Herrington: All-Star? All-Defense? All-NBA? Jaren Jackson Jr. could be a candidate for all.
All-Defense, All-NBA and All-Star should all be in play for Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. How likely are they?
Sanford: Abusive behavior of Crisis Intervention Team belies intent
The Crisis Intervention Team has strayed far from its initial goals of treating those with mental-health issues more humanely.
Collierville seeks new aldermen
Collierville will begin accepting applications on Thursday. The appointed aldermen are scheduled to take their oath before a January meeting.
DeSoto County escapee not facing contempt of court charge
Joshua Zimmerman will not face additional charges related to his failure to appear in court last June, but he remains held without bail following a judge’s ruling this week.
Word Flower: Dec. 12
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.
Sudoku: Dec. 12
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.
Word Search: Pizzas at Hampline Brewing
Can you solve this week’s word search?
Metro
New MSCS plan could close schools with most severe maintenance needs
Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Marie Feagins said she may seek community input as decisions are made following a $2 million assessment of each of the district’s 200 buildings
Premium Public Safety $50 million price tag for Memphis crime lab, study says
Public Safety MPD: Treadwell Middle student stabbed in fight over basketball game
Health Care Richard Shadyac, CEO of ALSAC, stepping down
Premium Elections Political Roundup: Knox County turnout tops Shelby, and more
Business
Inked: AAON buys building; two industrial buildings sold
AAON buys a Memphis property through Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Advisors.
Health Care St. Jude recruits Boston cancer center exec for key role
Real Estate Downtown policies changed back to spark new development
Real Estate Hu. Hotel to become a luxury Hilton brand hotel
Real Estate St. Jude leader and real estate brokers ‘optimistic’ for Memphis
Sports
Martin: How Memphis can get back on track after loss to Arkansas State
Here are a few takeaways about the Arkansas State game and the bigger picture at Memphis after Sunday’s home loss to the Red Wolves.
High School Sports Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 1
High School Sports Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 1
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Mailbag: This season’s ceiling, historical comps and early trade thoughts
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Brandon Clarke finally found the relief he’d been waiting for
Food
What to Order: Hampline Brewing Co. adds wood-fired pizzas
Hampline Brewing Co. has added a state-of-the-art Forno Piombo oven to the taproom. The wood-fired pizzas pair perfectly with the craft brewery’s beers.
Recipes Eat, drink and be merry: Recipes for the holiday table
Suburbs
Germantown talks trash as it studies sanitation contract
With rising labor costs, the city is reviewing the option of bringing trash collection in-house. This option might involve building a landfill within Germantown.
Premium Collierville ‘Not a one-person job': Stan Joyner chairs final meeting as Collierville mayor
Premium North Mississippi Another man escapes custody from Hernando courthouse
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Daniel Craig in ‘Queer,’ ‘White Christmas’ at 70
There are still a bunch of film award contenders on-deck, waiting to make their Memphis debuts, but only one is showing up in local theaters this week.
Music Mary J. Blige tour set to hit Memphis
Opinion
Guest Column: Choose effectiveness this giving season
Jared Barnett: “With so many options, it’s easy to simply give to organizations that we are most familiar with. While this relational philanthropy represents the tight-knit nature of our community, it also limits the impact of our giving. It’s time to exchange relational philanthropy with effective philanthropy.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis is red hot!
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington talk about the Memphis Grizzlies’ winning stretch and a new season-long outlook for the team.