Calkins: It’s a great day for Memphis — and total vindication for Penny Hardaway
The IARP’s decision was stunning vindication for Penny Hardaway and for Memphis. So go ahead, celebrate.
Key takeaways on Hardaway, Wiseman, Memphis Tigers basketball
A nearly three-year-long saga, in which the University of Memphis faced possible sanctions from the NCAA and the IARP, is over. IARP ruling a big win for Memphis basketball Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth UpadhyayaRelated stories:
Memphis-based Varsity Spirit named in lawsuit alleging sexual abuse
The suit claims Varsity and other defendants, including the United States All Star Federation and Premier Athletics, engaged in a conspiracy to cover up abuse.
MSCS board names new chair and vice chair
Althea Greene, who has served as vice chair for the last two years, will replace Michelle McKissack as board chair. Sheleah Harris will replace Greene as vice chair.
Strickland says too early to discuss possible police missteps in violent crime chain
Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says it’s too early to tell if there were police missteps in how they handled the violent crimes of the last three weeks because investigations are still underway.
City Council approves $16.5 million in parks projects line items
The set of a dozen appropriation resolutions topped a relatively uneventful council agenda Tuesday, Sept. 27. Memphis City Council to consider resolution enforcing curfew for juvenilesRelated story:
Dillon Brooks will battle in his ‘contract year,’ but how efficient can he be?
Dillon Brooks acknowledged at media day that he is going into a contract year. If he plays more efficiently, he will be costly to whichever team signs him next.
Ursula Madden leaves City Hall for BlueOval City
Madden has been with Mayor Jim Strickland since he took office in 2016. She leaves City Hall next week to work with Ford’s BlueOval City joint venture.
New Eats: Blanchard’s new patisserie trailer a good way to start the day
Daniel Blanchard makes possibly the best bagel around, if you like ’em chewy and dense.
Herrington: What can Ja Morant do for an encore? Maybe less.
Heavy reliance on a single creator has tended to stall out at the highest levels, and that’s even more true for teams relying on smaller guards.
Danny Green is here to stay in Memphis. And that could be a great thing for him and the Grizzlies
When the Grizzlies acquired Green in a late-June trade that sent De’Anthony Melton to the Philadelphia 76ers, there was speculation that the team would look to trade Green for a younger, healthier player. But, now, it seems as if the Grizzlies and Green have realized the value of their pairing.
Collierville to offer town administrator post to Molly Mehner
Any offer won’t be official until the Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen appoints her in a meeting.
Alleged arsonist responsible for South Memphis fires arrested
Catilena “DC” Collier, 22, was arrested Monday, Sept. 26, according to a press release issued by the Memphis Fire Department.
MATA and LeMoyne-Owen partner to bridge technology gap for bus riders
“There’s a need for training to help our riders take advantage of the technology through our Go901 app ... ,” said MATA chief of staff Bacarra Maudlin.
Collierville Schools program helps teachers bring experience to the classroom
Collierville Schools is launching an externship program exposing teachers to varying job experiences that could benefit their students.
NFL Week 3: Notable performances from Tigers
Tony Pollard had a season-high 105 rushing yards and Antonio Gibson scored a touchdown in back-to-back weeks.
MLGW: 23 bids, 5,000 pages of documents and a one-hour presentation
Only three bidders — NextEra Energy, the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Franklin L. Haney Company — submitted full-requirement proposals to MLGW during its RFP process for a new energy provider.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Fang leads the way for Houston soccer
The Houston senior scores two goals in a victory over Bartlett to help keep her squad undefeated.
Metro
Cheers at last: The Station opens following court battles and delays
The Station, a new East Memphis liquor store beset by controversy, finally fully opened Tuesday with a selection of more than 20,000 types of liquor, wine and beer.
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‘The robots are coming:’ Memphis in the middle of the AI boom
“We cannot miss this opportunity,” investment strategist David Waddell told a Greater Memphis Chamber audience. “I feel highly confident that the work of this chamber will make sure we’ll do all right.”
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Sports
What to watch when Memphis visits South Florida
The Tigers will play the first of this season’s two regular-season matchups against the South Florida Bulls in Tampa, Florida.
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High School Sports ECS tabs South Gibson coach to lead football program
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Food
Seafood, soups and pizza: Where to eat during Lent
Area churches get ready to feed the masses.
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Suburbs
Hundreds voice opposition to permit for xAI turbines in Southaven
At a public hearing in Southaven, hundreds aired concerns about air quality, loud noise and overall health impacts of 41 natural gas turbines proposed for the xAI data center.
North Mississippi Homes, lofts and a lazy river: Hernando’s Delta Landing project moves forward
Arts & Culture
Familiar favorites take Memphis stages in February
From Shakespeare to show tunes, February theater has something for everyone.
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Opinion
Calkins: The basketball manager at Houston High delivered a moment no one will soon forget
Henry Griffith is the basketball manager at Houston High. He had never played in a game before. But after he hit a buzzer-beater Friday night, he was carried off the court.
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The AM/DM podcast: Will federal troops be pulled from Memphis?
If federal law enforcement operations in other cities are ending, could Memphis be far behind?
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Games
Sudoku: Feb. 16
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