Is Shelby County’s cash crunch really about the Task Force?
While the Memphis Safe Task Force has had some impact on the county’s finances, the county is typically in this situation each year.
Tennessee voucher application will track public school attendance as part of new award guidelines
The change to the 2026-27 applications will offer insight about the new vouchers that the state awards.
Ask the Memphian: Did Prince ever play Beale Street?
Yes, and it was legendary.
What to order: Hog & Hominy’s collards and hominy
The restaurant’s collards and hominy is a culinary mission accomplished: It brings the taste of home to the table.
Lakeland to expand Lake District’s special tax area
Lakeland might be getting ready to breathe some new life in The Lake District by expanding its TIF district and resetting the timeframe for the TIF.
Insults and accusations fly as Ford clashes with Shelby County commissioners
Also in the roundup: Amber Huett-Garcia opens Commission campaign, Marie Feagins’ bid for county mayor and Steve Cohen on a successor.
North Memphis Grocery Project on hold until more ‘heads and beds’
Initially, the grocery store was slated to open in October 2024, then moved to January 2025. Now, the developer is unsure when the project will happen.
Daily Memphian seminar to focus on city’s real estate, growing tax base
Real estate experts will discuss Memphis’ growing markets at The Daily Memphian’s Commercial Real Estate: Review and Forecast Seminar on Thursday, Dec. 4, at Memphis Botanic Garden.
Grizzlies sign Kobe Bufkin
While the Memphis Grizzlies haven’t said so, it appears that Ja Morant will be out at least two more weeks with the right calf strain he suffered on Nov. 15 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
This Week in Memphis: Thanksgiving ideas and what to do on Black Friday
We’ve got holiday recipes, a look at which restaurants are serving Thanksgiving dinner and a rundown of holiday lights opening on Black Friday.
Sudoku: Nov. 24
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily Jigsaw: A forgotten sign
Today’s puzzle is a photo of the McGinnis sign on the Collierville Town Square taken by Abigail Warren.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Rather watch these Grizzlies play with effort and lose than watch Ja pout and Jaren shy away from rebounding the ball.” — Russell Rutledge about Grizzlies, Zach Edey control the boards for win in Dallas
“Not a fan but certainly hard to argue with Klay. Ja is better at running his mouth than running the court.” — Paul Hall about Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, Mavs’ Klay Thompson exchange words after Grizzlies win
“I hope the Tigers develop an understanding that games are 40 minutes and some awareness of a closeout mentality.” —Joseph Kent about Will the pain of four losses make or break the Tigers?
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Daily WordRow: Nov. 24
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
For 35 low-performing Memphis schools, Tennessee has new rules about academic improvement
They are among about 100 identified as “priority schools” by the Tennessee State Board of Education. Possible interventions can include state-mandated closure, conversion to a charter school, or firing and rehiring staff.
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Business
This Central High student launched a cookie company. His special ingredient? Something you can’t teach.
Central High junior Jackson Hines has run track since he was little, but about a year ago, he decided to take his other hobby — baking — to the next level.
Business Strike temporarily closes Starbucks store near Poplar Plaza
Real Estate Tires, tech and the Egg King: 3 small businesses plan their new looks
Real Estate Downtown restaurants and nail salon awarded $50K for renovations, Baron Von Opperbean to get more money soon
Real Estate Peabody Memphis lower level flooded overnight
Sports
Will the pain of four losses make or break the Tigers?
“We have a roster that can win,” Penny Hardaway said after the Tigers’ first 1-4 start to a season since 1996-97. “We just haven’t figured out how to finish (games). And hopefully these losses hurt bad enough that when we get in those situations, (we do better).”
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies, Zach Edey control the boards for win in Dallas
Food
Table Talk: Friendsgiving is for (chosen) family
“The community I’ve cultivated, and that’s found me, in this city makes spending the holidays here warm and an opportunity for deep reflection and gratitude.”
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Suburbs
Why the DeSoto County sheriff chose the Marines, when he feels most alive and more
Sheriff Thomas E. Tuggle II answers questions ranging from what his favorite music is to how he wants to be remembered.
Premium Public Safety Affidavit points to student in St. George’s alleged sexual assault
Arts & Culture
Ring in the holidays with 3 shows opening this month
See a campy Christmas comedy, hit Broadway musical “& Juliet” and a heartfelt take on “A Christmas Carol” in Memphis theaters.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: She worked on the Titanic and the Saturn 5 rocket. Can she help save Mud Island? We can hope.
Opinion
Opinion: Protecting public safety from digital manipulation
“The internet isn’t just a separate world we visit; it is now an inseparable part of our streets, schools and homes. The ultimate safety app is awareness.”
Opinion Opinion: Embracing the best moment of life
Podcasts
The plan to create an arts middle and high school in Memphis
Katie Smythe is working to turn the old Humes Middle School into a school focused on the arts for middle and high school students. She joins Eric Barnes on the “The Sidebar” to talk about the project.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies Podcast: When will they win again?
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Southwind advances
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the Southwind football program and was taken by Greg Campbell.