No pep band. No anthem singer, either. But lots of brave fans got free tickets to watch the Memphis Tigers win a basketball game Thursday. How better to defeat the snowbound blues?
Led by point guard Dug McDaniel’s game-high 23 points and six assists, the Tigers got back in the win column after road losses to Tulsa and Wichita State.Related content:
Here is the box score for the game played between Memphis and Florida Atlantic on Jan. 29, 2026.
A thaw on city streets at week’s end gives way to another cold snap complicating plans to resume solid waste services and continue clearing streets.
The frozen precipitation on the ground in Memphis isn’t going anywhere for the next few days, at least. Latest updates: Crews make progress on streets, but some business, schools are staying closed Intrepid fun-seekers enjoy thrills of ‘Mount Bartlett’ Situation in South grows more dire as ice, frigid temperatures, outages persistRelated content:
Ethan Edwards has been trying to fully open his East Memphis store for more than a year, but has faced strong opposition from a coalition of other such stores. A state board gave him the approval he needs.
It could be days before power is restored across the South, where more subfreezing temperatures are expected by Friday in areas unaccustomed to and ill-equipped for such cold.
A week out from the trade deadline, the Grizzlies seemed focused on the future. What that means for Ja Morant and the rest of the roster remains a mystery.Related content:
The Memphis Safe Task Force returns from a brief pause amid the winter weather to make more than 20 arrests in one day. Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and countingRelated content:
The NBA announced Thursday afternoon schedule adjustments for the Grizzlies resulting from the postponement of the team’s home game against Denver on Jan. 25, due to the inclement weather.
The Memphis Grizzlies have a plan for ticket holders who were unable to attend Wednesday’s game.
Critics of the deployments argue they undermine state and local authority and exceed the president’s authority under the Constitution.
Officials believe the separation will take 12 to 15 months.
Elon Musk, the CEO of both companies, has spoken about putting artificial intelligence data centers in space in recent months.
After years of discouraging people from sliding down the slope near Bartlett Boulevard Soccer Park, the city is now encouraging those willing to give the slick hill a chance.
Isaiah Windless and Londyn Griffin were honored after big efforts last week.
In this week’s To-Do List, a new Pink Palace exhibit explores the science and culture of food. And Urban Earth hosts a workshop on air plants.
The Memphis-based game will return to its usual date on the calendar this season, the second Saturday in September.
“Sunrise Memphis’ bi bim bowl was everything I needed to break the monotony of downing soup and hot coffee to warm myself up from the inside out.”
K.J. Steveson is a doting older brother, a big Ja Morant fan — and the city’s leading scorer.
“Bravo Zulu to Mr. Liddell and dedicated teachers like him. From a proud alumni of Snowden Elementary and Jr. High and Central!” — Jay Miller about Calkins: After a year of triumph, death and music, the Central High jazz band plays on
“Peggy was the best. Just think about all these very specific, important and measurable things she did while President of the Junior League.” — Buckner Wellford about ‘A huge mark:’ 100-year-old Memphian Peggy Bodine dies, family, friends, reflect on life of service
“I had such high hopes for the Griz this season. They have gradually melted away with almost each passing day.” — Mike Speros about Grizzlies stall out in listless loss to Hornets
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Meteorologists and municipalities have described the wintry mix, now largely frozen solid, as a unique challenge to clear from roadways.
What’s closed in Memphis for the 2026 ice storm? We keep you up-to-date here, including school closings, warming center info, trash pickup and more.
Read The Daily Memphian’s continuing coverage of the winter weather impacting the Memphis area. DeSoto County urges ‘emergency travel only’ as ice and staff shortages snarl roads Related content:
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This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of grocery shelves and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Her show airs Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 7:30 p.m. on WREG-TV.
The Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission will review The Station’s application for a liquor license Thursday. That board’s staff has recommended conditional approval.
The Hornets led 62-55 at the half, and had a 90-75 edge after three quarters.
At Lightfoot Farmstead in Millington, family members are waking up in the middle of the night to make sure a pregnant cow doesn’t go into early labor.
Southaven is looking for better representation and a specific share of the restaurant sales-tax revenues from the county Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Five major-category Oscar nominees that have been available on local screens during the storm will stick around next week. This week also welcomes a couple of new Oscar nominees to town.
Minneapolis-St. Paul, where I now have a home, has been abused. Memphis, which has been my home for the majority of my life, is now being used.
Join editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips as they discuss what’s happening this week.
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