‘We needed that’: Grizzlies find answers, complete comeback over Spurs
The spectacular dunk from Ja Morant didn’t count, but the game did. The Grizzlies got a needed win over the Spurs amid a tough stretch. Related content:
Group effort takes Grizzlies over Spurs, Wembanyama 129-115
Ja Morant, Desmond Bane,, Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. all scored 19 or more for Memphis, while neutralizing Spurs center Victor Wembanyama’s impact.
Box score: Grizzlies 129, Spurs 115
This is the box score for the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.
Teams for 2025 Southern Heritage Classic remain uncertain
The Southern Heritage Classic has never had a game that didn’t include Tennessee State. The 2025 Classic could be the first.
MATA board votes to install consultants at top of bus system
The board voted seven to one to approve the contract with Transpro.
Memphis Tigers women lose close one at home to UTSA
A late technical foul hurts Memphis in the final seconds of a home loss to UTSA.
Woman charged in Graceland auction fraud case appears in federal court
The criminal case against the woman accused of trying to sell Graceland in a fraudulent auction could end in April.
HopeWorks breaks ground on housing to help men turn the page after prison
On Wednesday, Jan. 15, HopeWorks broke ground on Next Story, a new $3.6 million short-term housing facility near Binghampton for men transitioning from prison into society.
Brunch spot First Watch could be coming to Germantown
The vacant Chili’s restaurant near Poplar Avenue and Exeter Road could soon be home to a restaurant with a niche for breakfast, brunch and lunch.
Former Germantown alderman becomes Planning Commission chair
Jon McCreery may no longer be an alderman, but he has been appointned to a role that has a part in Germantown’s growth.
Governor calls special session on school vouchers, immigration
Critics of Tennessee’s voucher proposal allege the program is financially unsustainable in the long term and will siphon funds away from public schools.
Feagins and MSCS: Superintendent calls charges false, divisive
In a fiery and detailed rebuttal to claims of wrongdoing, Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Marie Feagins called accusations from the school board “false.” Play by play: What was said during MSCS’ superintendent evaluation committee Public shows support for Feagins during school board meetingRelated content:
Calkins: Five board members want to oust Feagins. They’re making her a martyr instead.
Geoff Calkins: Whatever you think of the job Feagins has done, it can’t possibly be as bad as the job the board has done in trying to fire her. Instead of persuading the community that Feagins has to go, they have rallied the community to her side.
Downtown Crowne Plaza ownership up in the air
The developer who won the auction for the 230-room Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown could be denied ownership weeks before closing.
Table Talk: Six places to get a king cake in Memphis
It used to be you had to make your own king cake or order one from New Orleans, but now many Memphis bakeries make them, as well.
Inked: Crunch Fitness weighs third location; Madison Ave. shopping center sold
Another Crunch Fitness could be headed to Memphis, and a shopping center on Madison Avenue sold for $1.78 million. Plus, ConMed Corp. leases a new building.
What to watch in Memphis’ road game against Temple
Thursday’s matchup with the Owls is currently the final opportunity the Tigers have this season to add another Quadrant 2 win to their resume.
Cooper-Young development approved for property-tax incentive
The Cooper will be on 5.8 acres at Cooper Street and Central Avenue with 250 multifamily apartments, 27 rental townhomes, a 125-room hotel, surface parking and a 325-space parking garage.
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Nickel Boys,’ ‘Hard Truths,’ ‘Sing Sing’
Clear your calendars, Memphis cinephiles. Three of 2024’s very best films are in local theaters this week, and there’s no telling how long they’ll stick around.
Yaki Bowl, Burlington Coat Factory move in at Bartlett Towne Center
With two new tenants — a restaurant and a coat store — the Bartlett Towne Center at Stage Road and Bartlett Boulevard is moving towards complete occupancy.
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Metro
Proposed bill would allow recall of school board members
Under a proposed bill, an elected official could face a recall election if someone collects enough signatures from registered voters within their jurisdiction.
Premium Education Email shows early tensions between Feagins, school leaders
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City of Memphis Veteran Memphis police officer dies
Business
XAI opens path to work with Memphis-area businesses
“It is important to us as a company that we grow in Memphis. We want our fellow businesses to grow, too.”
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South Memphis ‘Resilience and creativity’ celebrated in Whitehaven Business Blitz
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Real Estate XAI vendor secures facility in Memphis
Sports
Herrington: Five thoughts on the Grizzlies’ third straight Rockets loss
The Grizzlies will get a fourth and final (until the playoffs?) shot at the Houston Rockets in a couple of weeks. Chris Herrington has written five quick thoughts about the Houston-Memphis matchup.
High School Sports Collierville quarterback Grant Troutman to be a Memphis Tiger
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Two former Tigers have pro plans with the UFL’s Memphis Showboats
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Food
Food Files: The Crazy Coop, Cache 42 Downtown open
Two Downtown restaurants welcoming customers, a new Scooter’s coffee and a Waffle House one step closer to construction on Forest Hill Irene Road.
Premium Food News Five Memphis dining trends that could define 2025
Suburbs
Germantown wants more analysis of tax incentives for The Standard
Germantown is in the early stages of a potential tax incentive for the redevelopment of Carrefour at Kirby Woods. While no final decisions were made, some aldermen have concerns with the TIF.
Premium Collierville From Diet Coke to the rock band Styx, getting to know Maureen Fraser
Arts & Culture
Memphis musicians, Stax family remember the legendary Sam Moore
Sam Moore, one half of the legendary duo Sam & Dave, died Friday at age 89. Memphis musicians and fellow Stax alumni eulogized Moore on Saturday.Related content:
Music The Essential Memphis Library: ‘The Best of Sam & Dave’
Opinion
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
Podcasts
What the Live Nation venue at Crosstown can bring to Memphis
Todd Richardson, the CEO of Crosstown Concourse, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk not just the new venue but also all kinds of new happenings in and around Crosstown.