December art shows in Memphis feature collage, “eye-poems,” photography, abstract paintings and murals. 

Longer-term lodging has become an attractive alternative for displaced families, traveling business people, and those who don’t know their next step. 

The myth of Jeff Buckley remains strong in the city where he died, as plans to turn his former home into an Airbnb have stirred strong feelings.

At least one in 10 children in Tennessee will experience having their parents behind bars at some point in their lives. 

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Some residents have long battled annexation. De-annexation attempts continue today, citing slow police response times, litter, inconsistent trash services and rising crime.

Three panelists and a keynote speaker will talk at the Daily Memphian Commercial Real Estate: Review and Forecast Seminar at the Memphis Botanic Garden on Thursday, Dec. 5.

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This week’s puzzle features a photo of the volunteers with Lindenwood Christian Church, Westy’s and Operation BBQ Relief that worked to provide more than 2,000 meals to those in need on Thanksgiving Day.

Raised by Sound Fest returns. Also, a celebrated bluegrass singer-songwriter-guitarist plays two nights and Jhene Aiko’s tour brings heavy hitters to the FedExForum.

The Grizzlies erased a 19-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers on Sunday and finish the Thanksgiving homestand 4-0.

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Box Score: Grizzlies 136, Pacers 121

A Louisiana-based pastor changed the lives of 17 kids with tickets to a New Orleans Pelicans game. Now, he’s looking to do the same in Memphis. 

After Memphis built a 13-11 lead near the end of the first quarter, the Bucs went on a 24-5 extended run over seven minutes to hold a firm advantage.

The Memphis Tigers football team remains nationally ranked in the latest Coaches Poll and has now cracked the Associated Press Top 25. 

Ryan Silverfield’s name is a hot one as the college football coaching carousel heats up. If Silverfield leaves Memphis, who’s to blame him?

They offer charcuterie boards, sandwiches, salads and healthful drinks at the new Feast & Graze X HighP Hour Wellness. Guests can grab food to go or relax and spin vinyl records while they eat.

This is the third year in a row that salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has crept up the Mississippi River. This phenomenon, known as salt water intrusion, previously only happened about once per decade.

“I will admit I go overboard. It’s not exactly ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,’ but I try my best. And some of my yard decorations may not immediately lead you to think ‘Christmas.’”

“For the third consecutive year in a row, the No. 1 cause of death for American children and teens is gunshot wounds. More than car accidents, more than cancer — our kids are dying from guns.”

“Whether you are handed a roster of registrants or whether you run the tryouts and hand-select the team yourself, find a way to work in every player, every game.”

Premier Flowers’ owner said she loved being Downtown, but ongoing break-ins and vandalism coupled with constant parking issues contributed to her decision not to renew her shop’s lease this fall.

With a steady hand and a needle and thread, Rose Wheeler taught herself patience again. 

The switch will be flipped Dec. 4 at the church. “From that point forward, it will be a lit beacon of our hope — of Christ’s love — from the heart of Midtown,” Rev. David Powers said.

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Everyone likes an underdog and this week’s crossword puzzle was inspired by the University of Memphis Tigers’ Thanksgiving Day victory over Tulane.