Plus, Methodist Le Bonheur’s plan to buy local Saint Francis hospitals is off, and Geoff Calkins’ Christmas Storytime goes digital, with assists from Kirk Whalum and Scott Morris.
And a Memphis Tiger says “we got to grow up,” a poetic road sign finds its dream site, and Craig Brewer’s new movie with Eddie Murphy is coming soon.
“Stax Music Academy Live” debuts on WKNO, an inside look at FedEx’s vaccine shipping, and Army arrives in a pinch.
Plus, vaccines pass through FedEx World Hub, two classic Memphis spots go on the block, and Mannings get in the golf game.
Chick-fil-A looks to be landing at the airport, Bill Dries is remembering The Jar, and Maker’s Mark helps Ripley get lit.
Today is Thursday, Dec. 17, and we’re considering additional fines for those not following health directives, thinking about a Charley Pride biopic and putting our energy into Tiger basketball.
A “berry” special paint job shows up in East Memphis, drag racing drives a discussion at the City Council and the University of Memphis says, “Hold my beer.”
A new training program for local med students, when people here will get the vaccine, and how you can get the most from your food pantry items.
We’ve lost a local civil rights leader, tacos take their place in Cooper-Young, and the Tigers get a brand new Bowl.
Developers are looking high and low for space in Cooper-Young, a local legend passes away, and we’ve got a giveaway to Wonders.
We’ve got free food in Frayser, a Cardinal commitment and the people behind a new boutique beauty business.
We’ve got plans to deal with a looming doctor shortage, failing schools and a riverfront site. Plus, a team approach wins in Collierville and the suburbs’ teachers will get a small thank-you for working through the pandemic.
We’re looking to gains for the Grizzlies, a possible fine for not wearing your mask, and how we can age ourselves with a store.
Memphis sees a record number of homicides, the pandemic is having an effect on children and young adults, and the Mid-South is grappling with a nursing shortage.
Terri Freeman plans to leave the National Civil Rights Museum, the VP comes to Memphis and we now know who will get the vaccine first in Tennessee.
The FedExForum reopens for basketball, we’re not fair with our philanthropic dollars, FedEx the company makes a strategic acquisition and another film festival is coming to Memphis.
The VPOTUS is headed to the Bluff City, Bartlett is ready for a parade, and the Memphis City Council doesn’t need lobbyists to register.
Plus, One Beale could be a beacon, medical residencies are under the knife and axe-throwing and other heart-pounding activities are coming to the former Fairgrounds.
It’s Cyber Monday and we’re talking about the Tigers' performance, what happens when COVID comes to your house and fall getting frozen.
We’re talking about Tiger basketball’s new season, the U of M’s plans for spring break and all the gratitude we have for you.
Trying to save Christmas, even without the parades, how high home prices are going, and when the area’s field hospital might open.
As we approach Thanksgiving, we’re talking about new restrictions from the Health Department, two girl scouts making history and the “Line” king.
Memphis-born painter makes it big and gives back to the Bluff City, what you should cook for your smaller-than-usual Thanksgiving and a visit with the ghosts of NBA Drafts past and future.
We’ve got all the basketball today, from high school to the NBA, as well as an agonizing wait for local restaurants, a home (testing kit) for the holidays and the continuation of City Council contention.
We’re remembering two Memphis pioneers, arguing about who should lead us and wondering what’s going to happen with two Saint Francis hospitals.