Memphis athletic director Ed Scott on why he is so optimistic about the basketball program, the job rumors already swirling around Charles Huff, chances Memphis will get into a power conference — and the reason Scott has already turned down another job to stick around.
For parents of high school athletes, helping their children navigate the college recruiting process has long been part of the job. Now, they face a new question: Does their child need an agent?
A development corporation bought the Memphis brand and plans to incorporate it into its $30 million Downtown project.
Historic Temple Israel is gone, Midtown Autowerks is moving and the Chamber hires its new CEO.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
When a good friend repeatedly encourages you to order a particular dish, you should listen.
A memo from Marsha Blackburn’s strategist credits a “red wall” for her win over Jerri Green. Democrats counter that flipped seats and closer margins show Tennessee isn’t as red as it looks.
Briarcrest, Lausanne, Southwind, Whitehaven, Munford, and MASE are ranked in this week’s Tennessee Sports Writers Association poll.
Standouts from Collierville, Houston, Lausanne, MASE, Oakhaven and Whitehaven are up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12.
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
“After following up a season-opening upset win over preseason No. 18 Iowa State with Saturday’s home-opening win over VCU, however, the days of laying low are about done for the Memphis Tigers.”
Also happening this week: Some schools are closed for Veterans Day, and the new Sultana Disaster Museum opens.
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“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
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“What a beautiful story with such a happy ending.” — Paula Seaton about After nearly 5 years, Jelly finally has a home — and a new name
“The problem is not isolated to the voucher issue. Policy decisions should be based on objective analysis of what works and what does not.” — Jim Mulroy about Did the Tennessee midterms complicate Marsha Blackburn’s voucher expansion plans?
“Thanks for ‘dancing with who brung you’ and investing, staying and growing in Cooper-Young!” — Mike Todd about Midtown Autowerks moving a few blocks to Liberty Park area
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Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.
Former judge Melissa Boyd has died, family and officials confirmed.
For the first time since it opened, Crosstown Concourse is looking for a new lead executive.
Gunner Stockton passed for four touchdowns and ran for another Saturday night as No. 2 Georgia coasted to a 42-7 win over No. 12 Ole Miss.
Twenty teams plan to compete and offer chicken wings samples to attendees at the fourth annual 901 Hot Wing Fest. Organizer Derek Fairchilds talked to Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” about the free event, Memphis wings and more.
Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race remains undecided as Democrat Scott Colom’s lead continues to grow. Outstanding affidavit and absentee ballots in DeSoto County and across the state are a key reason why.
Ty Lenderman was 10 when he appeared in Playhouse’s 2009 production of “Narnia: The Musical” — and now he’s directing the same show.
“Together, Hamilton and Talarico represent something we haven’t seen nearly enough of in my lifetime: mainline Christian theology at the center of our national conversation.”
The Nov. 3 election and its results were discussed on “Behind The Headlines” in a reporters’ roundtable that examined Shelby County’s role as the bluest county in a red state that may not be that simple.
Today’s puzzle features a child playing around the new art installation at Jesse Turner Park. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.