After another sloppy performance by Tigers, Hardaway has revelation
It was apparent something needed to change after Memphis tallied 20 turnovers against Wichita State on Thursday.Related content:
Buckley: Hardaway calls the turnovers ‘embarrassing.’ Are bad habits to blame?
Memphis beat Wichita State, but coach Penny Hardaway is concerned about bad habits in January that could bite the Tigers come March.
Tigers overcome slow start to grab win over Wichita State
Memphis pulled out a 61-53 win over the Shockers in a conference game. But, for the fifth straight game, it wasn’t pretty.
Box score: Memphis 61, Wichita State 53
This is the box score for the NCAA basketball game between the Memphis Tigers and the Wichita State Shockers on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2024, at FedExForum.
MSCS superintendent search uncertain as interim works on 100-day plan
Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond, a career education administrator in Memphis, said he has interest in the permanent role.
Raising the steaks: Memphis in May barbecue contest adds beef competition
The one-day addition to the MIM barbecue contest at Liberty Park is tied in with the Fort Worth, Texas based Steak Cookout Association.
700 wins, countless memories: Bubba Luckett preps for special night at CBHS
On Friday, Brothers will celebrate the coach whose youthful experiment turned into a legendary career.
Trump orders release of MLK, JFK and RFK assassination records
Speaking to reporters, President Donald Trump said, “everything will be revealed,” as he signed an executive order to declassify the remaining federal records relating to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. and other officials.
Mayor Paul Young recognized as Communicator of the Year
Memphis Mayor Paul Young was named Communicator of the Year, joining a roster of past honorees that includes Joe Birch, Otis Sanford, Dr. James Downing, Penny Hardaway, Ted Townsend and Beverly Robertson.
Memphis businessman with storied career honored with legacy award
Howard Robertson was honored Thursday, Jan. 23, with the Legacy Achievement Award for a career that has spanned more than half a century.
Rossville, St. Agnes standouts voted players of the week
Fred Motley, a senior at Rossville, and Fallon Drzyzga, of St. Agnes, were voted the prep basketball players of the week by The Daily Memphian readers.
Ford’s $9M plan funds playgrounds, preschool and more in BlueOval area
“West Tennessee has such an incredible vitality and a special culture that we feel it’s so important to preserve and celebrate that,” said Gabby Bruno, Ford Motor Co. director of community relations.
Shelby County Veteran’s Court changing hands
The Shelby County Veteran’s Court will have a new leader for the first time in 12 years following the recent retirement announcement of Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court Judge Bill Anderson.
Grizzlies will continue partnership with FedEx
The team’s announcement means that FedExForum will remain the name of the Grizzlies’ home arena, as it has been since the arena opened in 2004.
Trump’s new Justice Department leadership orders a freeze on civil rights cases
President Donald Trump’s new Justice Department leadership has put a freeze on civil rights litigation and suggested it may reconsider police reform agreements negotiated by the Biden administration.
This weekend’s weather: Arctic cold relents after unusual snowfall
The snowstorm Memphis experienced earlier this month was fairly unusual. But to see an equal amount of snow in southern Louisiana? Now that is rare.
Southwest, LOC reach new degree of collaboration
Under a new agreement, Southwest Community College students will have a streamlined pathway to earn a bachelor’s degree at LeMoyne-Owen College.
Grizzlies podcast: Daily Memphian All-Star selections
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington pick East and West All-Stars for the 2024-25 NBA season. Will Jaren Jackson Jr. get in?
Tigers Podcast: Can Memphis basketball make the most of ‘separation week'?
Tigers basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya and columnist John Martin discuss the importance of Memphis’ upcoming home games against Wichita State and UAB.
Grizzlies coach laments ‘game of two halves’ despite blowout win
In the first half, the Memphis Grizzlies tied their season high with 78 points. In the second half, they gave up 72 points to the Charlotte Hornets.
The To-Do List: Year of the Snake kicks off; Simien and Safiya play Crosstown
This week, the Memphis Farmers Market pops up, a Guinean-inspired circus stops at GPAC and a Pink Palace exhibit shows why Earth matters.
$10 Deal: Guatemalan ‘surf and turf’ at Alicia Restaurante
The rib steak, with its charred edges and tender middle, balances beautifully with plump shrimp just kissed by the grill.
Gallery: MPD’s ‘Sea of Blue’ honors veteran officer
The Memphis Police Department hosted a “Sea of Blue” event Wednesday night, Jan. 22, for a veteran officer who died earlier this month.
Calkins: Want to feel better about MSCS? I give you Ollie Liddell and his fabulous band.
Hundreds of high school jazz bands audition from all over the world to be invited to the Essentially Ellington contest in May. Only 30 bands make it — and guess where one of them is from.
MSCS investigation focuses on Feagins’ honesty, ethics
The Daily Memphian analyzed the report that found Feagins violated an ethics clause in her contract eight times. Attorneys investigated a fourth, procurement-related claim, but could not substantiate it. Feagins plans legal challenge: ‘I’ll see them in court' Feagins removal prompts MSCS takeover proposals from state lawmakerRelated content:
Health Sciences Park gets new name and owner
The park has been the site of events like fitness classes, happy hour, festivals and A Taste of the District, which spotlights local restaurants.
Rittenhouse invited back to speak at U of M
At last year’s event, Kyle Rittenhouse abruptly left the stage early, and protesters later chased his supporters across campus.
Sudoku: Jan. 23
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Word Flower: Jan. 23
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.
Word Search: Limericks by the DA
Can you solve this week’s word search?
Metro
Feagins plans legal challenge: ‘I’ll see them in court’
Feagins has denied wrongdoing, and issued a lengthy rebuttal to the board’s claims during a meeting on Jan. 14.
Premium Education Feagins removal prompts MSCS takeover proposals from state lawmaker
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Education Marie Feagins ousted as MSCS superintendent
Education Memphians show up to support Marie Feagins
Business
‘Conservative’ estimates show xAI could bring city, county $13.5 million in revenue
Two county officials told the Shelby County Commission last week that the xAI supercomputer could generate at least $13.5 million in tax revenue.
Premium Real Estate Inked: Crosstown development gets Memphis city funding
Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight president retires
Health Care Health Department to make opioid-overdose supplies more available
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Phil Clark ‘made a family everywhere he went’
Friends remember the legendary baseball coach, who died on Sunday at the age of 68.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘They forgot about me': GG Jackson entering second season with chip on his shoulder
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies build 30-point lead by halftime to bury Hornets
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Food
Jigsaw: Chop it up from Lettuce Eat to Wild Beet
This week’s jigsaw features a photo by The Daily Memphian’s photographer, Mark Weber, of a salad from Wild Beet Salad Co.
Sound Bites Hungry for a new sandwich spot? Hard Times Deli has you covered.
Suburbs
Mulroy addresses ouster attempt, bail concerns at Collierville Rotary meeting
Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy defended himself against the state’s ouster attempt and shared a limerick with the Collierville Rotary Club.
Premium Collierville Collierville leaders selected new aldermen with secret process
Arts & Culture
Missy Elliott, The Killers, Anderson .Paak will headline Riverbeat
The lineup also includes Benson Boone, Cage the Elephant, Khruangbin, Ludacris, Public Enemy, Busta Rhymes, Flo Milli, Tokimonsta, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, and DJ Jazzy Jeff.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘The Brutalist’ arrives ahead of Oscar noms
Opinion
Opinion: Why it’s time for new leadership at MSCS
The MSCS board chair says, “I believe that allowing Feagins to continue as superintendent will cause lasting damage to Memphis-Shelby County Schools.”
Podcasts
Two extraordinary exhibits at the Dixon near conclusion
Paintings ranging from the unknown to Picasso and Basquiat are on display at the Dixon through January 26. The museum’s director, Kevin Sharp, talks about the exhibits with Eric Barnes on The Sidebar.