No more waiting: Grizzlies get first win, beat Trail Blazers
The Memphis Grizzlies showed resolve on Sunday by erasing a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter to get the win. Related story:
Tigers three-peat, win AAC women’s soccer tournament title
The Mustangs outshot the Tigers and had more shots on goal, but just as they did during the regular season, the Tigers prevailed on the scoreboard.
This Week in Memphis: Tigers’ season starts without Penny, Terrence Howard is here
What’s ahead this week? Leftwich Tennis Center will reopen, Downtown Dining Week is happening, and Mississippi voters are headed to the polls.
Memphis Japan Festival cultivates community
“It creates a sense of community between Japanese and West Tennesseans with an interest in Japan, some who will never travel there.”
Jason Smith, a second-generation media personality, finds his path
When Jason Smith moved to sports-talk radio 92.9 ESPN, he learned fast that making it work would be about his personality and the on-air chemistry with co-host John Martin.
With the Mighty Mississippi at a low, Memphis’ cruise ships turn to buses
Memphis has bet on the Mississippi River cruise industry and its tourism dollars, but as the river hits record lows, cruise operators and the city prepare for an uncertain future.
Memphis basketball season forecast: Predictions for the Tigers’ 2023-24 campaign
The Tigers have aspirations of being an AP Top 25 team for much of the regular season and making a deep NCAA Tournament run. They’ve got plenty of talent, but can they do it?
Memphis women’s basketball ready to begin new chapter with Simmons
Even as they start over with their third coach in four years, the Tigers are excited for what the 2023-24 season holds with first-year coach Alex Simmons on the sideline.
Tigers win shootout with USF
Quarterback Seth Henigan did pretty much whatever needed to be done as Memphis defeated South Florida. What a moment for Memphis native Tevin Carter Tigers defense gets the stops when needed, but there’s work to be doneRelated stories:
Crime rates continue to climb across Memphis
Bill Gibbons, president of the crime commission, said Memphis is not the only city seeing its crime rate rise, especially in the car theft category, “but that is little comfort.”
Cooper House’s ‘project’ is brewing small-batch beers
An economics professor at Mississippi State University has turned his hobby into a Cooper-Young business, joining an ever-growing group of local brewers.
Artists share their wares at Broad Avenue Art Walk
Handmade jewelry, art exhibits, dessert studio activities and the chance to drink a cup of coffee were just some of the things at the fifth annual Broad Avenue Art Walk.
Questions that will define the Tigers’ 2023-24 season
Memphis certainly has the talent to have its best season in more than a decade, but there are a few key factors that will determine just how far this group of Tigers goes. Martin: Even without DeAndre Williams, this Tigers team has a chance for greatnessRelated story:
Juvenile Court reevaluating when and how it decides to detain youths
Shelby County Juvenile Court is auditing its Detention Assessment Tool, which it uses to determine if youth accused of crimes will be kept in custody or sent home.
Bartlett enjoys wave of new commercial activity
Several commercial ventures including Lopez Grill and O’Reilly Auto Parts, are nearing completion in as interest increases in the suburb that’s in commuting distance of BlueOval City.
Southaven Chamber Foundation building business academy, mentorship program
The Southaven chamber has formed a foundation to support local businesses and serve as a mentor to those in the early stages of operation.
Metro
Feagins case against MSCS returns to square one
Her lawsuit requests she be restored to the superintendent seat or paid severance as outlined in her contract.
Public Safety Plea deal reached with last Young Dolph gunman, but sentencing delayed again
Health Care Closing the care gaps: On the Hill, lawmakers advocate for mothers and babies
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Business
Joe’s Records coming to Wolfchase Galleria
There were 22.1 million vinyl records sold in the first half of 2025 alone, according to a Recording Industry Association of America report.
Real Estate Snow freezes January home sales
Health Care Closing the care gaps: On the Hill, lawmakers advocate for mothers and babies
Transportation & Logistics Memphis airport adds new nonstop flight to Austin, Texas
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Sports
Martin: Brace yourselves, Memphis fans. After loss to North Texas, the real storm is here.
The Tigers may have weathered one storm. But the bad news is that another storm cell arrived Thursday night, and it could hang around until next Thursday. Martin: How is Penny Hardaway doing at Memphis? We asked AI.Related content:
Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Self-inflicted mistakes cost Memphis in road loss to North Texas
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box score: North Texas 76, Memphis 69
Player of the Week Standouts from MUS, Lausanne voted players of the week
Sports Judge grants Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss a preliminary injunction for extra eligibility
Food
$15 deal: Jerk chicken quesadilla at RP Tracks
“Eleven years after finishing my undergraduate degree at the University of Memphis, I couldn’t remember what I used to order at RP Tracks outside of cheap beer and lots of fries.”
Food From the paintings to the plate: Dixon cafe menu looks to art for inspiration
Suburbs
Big projects are on the horizon for Arlington, mayor says
In his fourth term as the suburb’s mayor, Mike Wissman focused on Arlington’s recent growth and what’s coming that will shape the town’s future.
Premium Real Estate Germantown board to consider The Standard’s financing plan
Arts & Culture
Joe’s Records coming to Wolfchase Galleria
There were 22.1 million vinyl records sold in the first half of 2025 alone, according to a Recording Industry Association of America report.
The To-Do List From speed dating to partner painting: What to do for Valentine’s Day
Opinion
Opinion: The failure to fund pre-K hurts children and families
“We ask the Shelby County administration to find a path forward with First 8 Memphis so that our school system and all other operators are not expected to fill a sudden budgetary gap that we cannot afford.”
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Podcasts
New leadership at Indie Memphis talks about the festival’s future
As Indie Memphis bounces back from a year without its signature film festival, the group’s new co-executive director, Alicia George, joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about the organization’s future.
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Games
Sudoku: Feb. 11
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.