Martin: Thanks to dramatic foul shots, Memphis basketball’s season stays alive. Here’s what it means.
“It’s March, and Penny Hardaway and the Tigers have a chip and a chair.”
Memphis escapes in OT against Tulane to clinch American Conference Tournament berth
Quante Berry made two free throws with 2.3 seconds left in overtime to give Memphis a 96-95 comeback win over Tulane and send the Tigers to the upcoming American Conference Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama.Related content:
County Commission will pick 13th commissioner
A group of 10 applied for the six-month appointment to Edmund Ford Jr.’s former seat. One withdrew and another was a no-show for interviews last week. Here is who’s left.
This Week in Memphis: Ford’s replacement, deadline Friday for MSCS school-choice transfers
Also happening this week: Germantown leaders consider a TIF, and there are deadlines for elected office, a Downtown restaurant contest and school-choice transfers.
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Sometimes it takes a family to find just where you belong.
Bracket set for American Conference Tournament
Memphis will open the American Conference Tournament against Tulane.
How an East High student who liked to wear suits became a CEO who sports one every day
When Cortney Richardson was a sophomore in high school, he started working with a fledgling nonprofit, Peer Power, as a tutor. Now he’s running the organization.
It’s baseball, sort of. Banana Ball takes Memphis by storm.
Baseball purists may sniff at Banana Ball, but as a packed AutoZone Park showed Saturday night, the wacky version of the national pastime has its devoted fans.
Pair preserve Memphis parks’ past, from kiddie trains to Elvis’ Pippin car
Take a wild ride down memory lane with former Lakeland Mayor Mike Cunningham and his brother, Bill, and who share a fondness for old times at the fairgrounds and Libertyland.
Ja Morant discusses Grizzlies trade deadline and future desires
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant said he wasn’t a fan of the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade and reaffirmed his preference to remain with the Grizzlies.
For tariff refunds, Fred Smith ‘would have personally handed in the papers’ to sue federal government
FedEx’s decision to sue the federal government for tariff refunds in an attempt to recoup hundreds of millions of dollars is no surprise, some former employees and experts said.
A killer experience: Inside Jerry Lee Lewis’ restored Nesbit estate
The shift from private residence to rock ’n’ roll destination has made the Jerry Lee Lewis Ranch Experience, complete with bullet holes in the bedroom, a stop on the music lovers’ trail.
Collierville company expanding to Canada
“This is a company that started in Memphis, Tennessee, with one truck and one driver,” the company’s chief marketing officer said. “And I just think we’re so proud that we’re able to grow in this way.”
Here’s what happened at the Tennessee Capitol last week
It was a busy week for state politics, with lots of updates on immigration and bills concerning pharmacy ownership and bail reform.
Sudoku: March 8
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Daily Memphian adds new reporters, interns
The Daily Memphian has hired several new reporters and is expanding its internship program.
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“Anything that can sell out the park seems like a good idea.” — John Zastrow about It’s baseball, sort of. Banana Ball takes Memphis by storm
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“It is time to abolish the Milton Community Enhancement Grant Program.” — Barbara Williams about Data-center tax estimates lift County Commission gloom
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Echols: ‘What wrestling with God has looked like for me’
“When the story of who God is and what he has done for humanity comes to light, the risk of offense is high, granted, but the potential for bellyaching laughter is even higher. And one outweighs the other every time.”
Movers & Shakers
RKA Construction and ALCO Management announce promotions and additions.
Daily WordRow: March 8
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Women mean business
This jigsaw puzzle is from the Women and Business seminar hosted by The Daily Memphian and was taken by Brad Vest.
Metro
MSCS pitches ‘accountability plan’ alternative to state takeover
Billed as “a proactive alternative to state-imposed governance,” the new intervention would create a Memphis-Shelby County Schools board committee of local elected officials and community members.
Premium Metro Noem touts Memphis Safe Task Force on her way out at DHS
Public Safety Former county director, wife could face federal charges
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State Government Memphian named TVA board chair
Business
Animal emergency hospital coming to East Memphis
VEG ER for Pets, a veterinary emergency company, is moving into a former AT&T retail space at 6267 Poplar Ave. early next year.
Business BlueOval SK to see 150 layoffs as joint venture dissolves
Real Estate Cook Out starting renovation for second Union Avenue location
Business IKEA Memphis closure to result in 114 layoffs
Real Estate Mixed-use development planned for Edge District
Sports
Clippers power past Grizzlies
Ty Jerome led Memphis with 23 points and seven assists. Taylor Hendricks scored 18 and Cedric Coward 15 as Memphis lost its third straight. Box score: Clippers 123, Grizzlies 120 Related content:
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Food
Petra Cafe reopens near old Carrefour location
Fourteen months after its unexpected closure, Petra Cafe is back with its signature Mediterranean dishes. And former customers don’t have to look too far to find it.
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Suburbs
Sparks fly as high school seniors weld their way to college scholarships
Students from across the Mid-South participated in an annual welding competition as a step towards mastering their craft.
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Arts & Culture
The Elvi are coming, and you can eat chili, soup and gumbo for a cause
In this week’s To-Do List, catch the premiere of a new opera set in Memphis, the Dixon celebrates women in the arts and the Monster Club honors the King of Cool.
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Premium Arts & Culture How does a designer celebrate his third collab with the Grizzlies? A musical fashion show.
Opinion
Guest Column: Remembering a legacy of courage, perseverance and love
“We can take inspiration and hope from Lynda Lowery’s example. Every day, we see young people realize they have a voice and start to use it. As adults, we should be called to do the same.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Senator Hagerty on ‘Making Memphis the safest city in America’
Podcasts
Crime has dropped in Memphis. ‘Why’ is a question that still divides.
The Memphis Safe Task Force was among the topics discussed in a Behind The Headlines reporters roundtable.
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Games
Daily Jigsaw: Kuya centerpiece
Today’s puzzle is the mural in the new Kuya restaurant in Downtown Memphis and was taken by Shayne Diaz.