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Tennessee's grades of Memphis suburban schools range from A to D.
State's grades of suburban schools range from A to D
Tennessee's grades of Memphis suburban schools range from A to D.
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December 20, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Tennessee's grades of Memphis suburban schools range from A to D.
Todd Richardson, the CEO of Crosstown, was about to die from a heart attack in his apartment. But Adrian Garcia — the head of maintenance at the building — showed up to save the day. 👉 https://dailymemphian.com/subscriber/article/58081/crosstown-ceo-todd-richardson-heart-attack-saved
December 20, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Todd Richardson, the CEO of Crosstown, was about to die from a heart attack in his apartment. But Adrian Garcia — the head of maintenance at the building — showed up to save the day. 👉 https://dailymemphian.com/subscriber/article/58081/crosstown-ceo-todd-richardson-heart-attack-saved
The loss snaps a four-game winning streak against power conference opponents. Memphis ends the season with four consecutive losses, the longest losing streak since the Tigers lost four straight games in 2022.
NC State Wolfpack chews up Tigers in Gasparilla Bowl
The loss snaps a four-game winning streak against power conference opponents. Memphis ends the season with four consecutive losses, the longest losing streak since the Tigers lost four straight games in 2022.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The loss snaps a four-game winning streak against power conference opponents. Memphis ends the season with four consecutive losses, the longest losing streak since the Tigers lost four straight games in 2022.
Box score for the NCAA football game between the Memphis Tigers and the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the Gasparilla Bowl, at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.
Box score: NC State 31, Memphis 7
Box score for the NCAA football game between the Memphis Tigers and the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the Gasparilla Bowl, at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Box score for the NCAA football game between the Memphis Tigers and the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the Gasparilla Bowl, at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.
Weekend event details ➡ https://dailymemphian.com/section/arts-culturethe-to-do-list/article/58121/memphis-to-do-list-victorian-caroling-winter-wonderland-santa-at-flyway
December 19, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Collierville Schools received national recognition for its aviation program.
Collierville Schools aviation program earns national distinction
Collierville Schools received national recognition for its aviation program.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Collierville Schools received national recognition for its aviation program.
🎧 The Station is headed back to the City of Memphis’ Alcohol Commission at 9 a.m. this morning, and the would-be liquor store hopes it’ll be granted a license.
The AM/DM podcast: The Station's next stop — back to the alcohol board
The Station is headed back to the City of Memphis’ Alcohol Commission at 9 a.m. this morning, and the would-be liquor store hopes it’ll be granted a license.
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December 19, 2025 at 8:45 PM
🎧 The Station is headed back to the City of Memphis’ Alcohol Commission at 9 a.m. this morning, and the would-be liquor store hopes it’ll be granted a license.
The leader of Shelby County’s Community Services Division talks about the safety net of programs and the balancing act that comes with uncertain money.
Services helping poor county residents are putting 'Band-Aids on bullet wounds'
The leader of Shelby County’s Community Services Division talks about the safety net of programs and the balancing act that comes with uncertain money.
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December 19, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The leader of Shelby County’s Community Services Division talks about the safety net of programs and the balancing act that comes with uncertain money.
NiemanLab, a leading site out of Harvard reporting on digital media innovation, published their 2026 Predictions for Journalism and our CEO, Eric Barnes was asked to contribute his take.
Read his prediction 👉 https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/ai-makes-human-journalists-more-important-than-ever/
Read his prediction 👉 https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/ai-makes-human-journalists-more-important-than-ever/
AI makes human journalists more important than ever
"The fundamentals of journalism haven't changed as much as some people want to believe."
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December 19, 2025 at 7:45 PM
NiemanLab, a leading site out of Harvard reporting on digital media innovation, published their 2026 Predictions for Journalism and our CEO, Eric Barnes was asked to contribute his take.
Read his prediction 👉 https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/ai-makes-human-journalists-more-important-than-ever/
Read his prediction 👉 https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/ai-makes-human-journalists-more-important-than-ever/
State letter grades are out. About one in three MSCS' district and charter schools schools improved their letter grade, and one in five scored worse. ➡ https://dailymemphian.com/subscriber/article/58240/mscs-improved-number-of-a-b-schools-in-third-year
December 19, 2025 at 7:12 PM
State letter grades are out. About one in three MSCS' district and charter schools schools improved their letter grade, and one in five scored worse. ➡ https://dailymemphian.com/subscriber/article/58240/mscs-improved-number-of-a-b-schools-in-third-year
Riley Stooksbury sparked St. George’s to its first state championship in eight years. East’s Jihad Haidar is our top coach.
Daily Memphian postseason girls soccer awards: Gryphons goalkeeper is player of the year
Riley Stooksbury sparked St. George’s to its first state championship in eight years. East’s Jihad Haidar is our top coach.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Riley Stooksbury sparked St. George’s to its first state championship in eight years. East’s Jihad Haidar is our top coach.
The leadership, defense, maturity — and of course the shooting — of Parker Pounds and Greg Spight will be vital as the Saints look to return to the D2-AA summit.
Briarcrest's supporting actors are stepping into starring roles
The leadership, defense, maturity — and of course the shooting — of Parker Pounds and Greg Spight will be vital as the Saints look to return to the D2-AA summit.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:56 PM
The leadership, defense, maturity — and of course the shooting — of Parker Pounds and Greg Spight will be vital as the Saints look to return to the D2-AA summit.
From arts shows, concerts, to theater productions and beyond, the Memphis art scene blossomed in 2025. Here’s a recap of some of our top arts and culture moments. And some staff favorites.
Arts Beat: What Memphis arts and culture looked like in 2025
From arts shows, concerts, to theater productions and beyond, the Memphis art scene blossomed in 2025. Here’s a recap of some of our top arts and culture moments. And some staff favorites.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:27 PM
From arts shows, concerts, to theater productions and beyond, the Memphis art scene blossomed in 2025. Here’s a recap of some of our top arts and culture moments. And some staff favorites.
A matchup versus Mississippi State provides Memphis a chance to add a second Quad 2 win to its resume.
What to watch in Memphis' road game against Mississippi State
A matchup versus Mississippi State provides Memphis a chance to add a second Quad 2 win to its resume.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:58 PM
A matchup versus Mississippi State provides Memphis a chance to add a second Quad 2 win to its resume.
Collierville added several improvements this week to enhance the safety in the town.
Bailey: Collierville shows several improvements to its emergency response
Collierville added several improvements this week to enhance the safety in the town.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Collierville added several improvements this week to enhance the safety in the town.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Sudoku: Dec. 19
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
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December 19, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Today’s photo is from the introductory press conference for new University of Memphis football head coach Charles Huff and was taken by Mark Weber.
Daily Jigsaw: Huff has the stuff
Today’s photo is from the introductory press conference for new University of Memphis football head coach Charles Huff and was taken by Mark Weber.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Today’s photo is from the introductory press conference for new University of Memphis football head coach Charles Huff and was taken by Mark Weber.
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily WordRow: Dec. 19
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
About one in three local schools improved their letter grade, and one in five scored worse.
MSCS gets better report card in third year of state letter grades
About one in three local schools improved their letter grade, and one in five scored worse.
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December 19, 2025 at 12:56 PM
About one in three local schools improved their letter grade, and one in five scored worse.
We’re wrapping ourselves in holiday music and movies this week.
The AM/DM podcast: Christmas music and holiday spirit
We’re wrapping ourselves in holiday music and movies this week.
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December 19, 2025 at 12:27 PM
We’re wrapping ourselves in holiday music and movies this week.
Flip Side Pinball Bar is closed temporarily for ownership restructuring and renovation. Belltower Coffee in Arlington has closed.
Food Files: Belltower Coffee Arlington closes, Flip Side pauses service
Flip Side Pinball Bar is closed temporarily for ownership restructuring and renovation. Belltower Coffee in Arlington has closed.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Flip Side Pinball Bar is closed temporarily for ownership restructuring and renovation. Belltower Coffee in Arlington has closed.
Arlington is celebrating its 125th birthday by looking back at its origins, which includes food trucks, fireworks and a ribbon-cutting for a renovated home that is almost as old as the town.
Arlington welcomes 125th anniversary with open doors
Arlington is celebrating its 125th birthday by looking back at its origins, which includes food trucks, fireworks and a ribbon-cutting for a renovated home that is almost as old as the town.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Arlington is celebrating its 125th birthday by looking back at its origins, which includes food trucks, fireworks and a ribbon-cutting for a renovated home that is almost as old as the town.
Justice Court Judge Karen Sanders was arrested in Hernando on DUI and careless driving charges after police reported erratic driving and signs of impairment during a traffic stop.
DeSoto County judge charged with DUI after Hernando traffic stop
Justice Court Judge Karen Sanders was arrested in Hernando on DUI and careless driving charges after police reported erratic driving and signs of impairment during a traffic stop.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Justice Court Judge Karen Sanders was arrested in Hernando on DUI and careless driving charges after police reported erratic driving and signs of impairment during a traffic stop.
With a 4-6 start, things are looking bleak for Memphis basketball. But the Tigers haven’t lost hope.
Buckley: Tigers' NCAA Tournament road narrows — and it's still December
With a 4-6 start, things are looking bleak for Memphis basketball. But the Tigers haven’t lost hope.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:55 AM
With a 4-6 start, things are looking bleak for Memphis basketball. But the Tigers haven’t lost hope.