The left-hander helped Philadelphia reach the World Series in 1993. He was a 1983 graduate of Craigmont High in Memphis.

This season the Grizzlies got younger and still got better, but ultimately came up short of their potential. With Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. in place, the future is bright. It’s also pressing. What’s next?

The Grizzlies ended their season with a loss to the Warriors Friday. Was it the best season ever? Maybe. It was absolutely the most fun. 

The pool at the Mike Rose Aquatics Center on the U of M campus will be named in honor of the man who had an “endless belief in people.”

The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest concludes at Liberty Park as winners are announced, and hope sizzles for a return to Tom Lee Park in 2023.

Clarene Pinkston Russell, who was often called Collierville’s historian, died Friday afternoon. She served the town for decades and shaped its future.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland went after critics of his backing of the state truth in sentencing law and his description of 201 Poplar as a “revolving door” for criminals during a lively interview on “Behind The Headlines.”

The problem that delayed the certification was combining tabulations from two different systems into a single statement of votes cast. 

Cornbread salad is a staple at the Big Bob Gibson family supper during the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, and a great addition to your summer picnics and cookouts.

It’s getting hot around here. Record heat pounded competitors at the Division 2-AA regional track meet; flames licked meat at the 2022 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest; a Downtown mural includes sizzling new technology, and it doesn’t get any hotter than FedExForum when the Grizzlies win.

Stop Poverty with Policy is hosting a community forum and picnic for Memphis Area Transit Authority public transit riders.

The $70 million skilled nursing facility will benefit the estimated 65,000 to 75,000 veterans living in Shelby, Fayette and Tipton counties.

Douglass’ Juneteenth art auction has been postponed due to COVID-19. However, the festival is still set for Father’s Day weekend.

Black Seeds Urban Farms’ event will feature music performances from local artists and food from vendors like Sun of a Vegan and Street Kitchen. 

Arlington Middle School and Arlington High gain recognition from the Tennessee Department of Education and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network, and teacher Latisha King receives the state’s Excellence in STEM Teaching Award.

The $150 million Ashmont project continues to face questions.

“Until our society can see the truth about abortion, we will continue failing the women who need us the most. People like my grandmother.”

The emphasis on creative thinking, collaboration, problem solving, and engaging with the real world is one of the things that differentiates XTH from other high schools throughout Shelby County and around the country. 

Two former University of Memphis basketball players prepare for the NBA draft combine in Chicago on May 18-20.

The Memphis gathering was one of several Planned Parenthood rallies in cities across the United States. The marches were organized after a U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion leaked May 2 suggesting the landmark Roe v. Wade law could be restricted or overturned in the future.

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Happy Thursday, Memphis! It’s July 23, and if you need to drive Downtown today, you might want to avoid Front Street near the new Memphis Art Museum. The Front Street and Monroe Avenue intersection will be closed today through late September, as the city adds some pedestrian-friendly improvements ahead of the museum’s opening.

Video release in DEA shooting: The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office released three videos Wednesday from the fatal shooting of a Burger King worker.

And then there were 11 … That’s how many people in Shelby County may have explosive diarrhea from cyclosporiasis — officially, anyway.

Not turning a blind eye: If you live in Southaven and have both cats and mini-blinds, you might be at risk for going to jail.

Together for takeover: A new grassroots group is advocating for Memphis-Shelby County Schools to drop its lawsuit challenging the state takeover of the district.

Whistle up: Cooper-Young cocktail bar Memphis Whistle needs your help.

Wild Beet’s salad-free menu: It’s a bad time to be in the salad business. So, it’s good thing Wild Beet is serving breakfast.

Last Hardee’s in Memphis: If you get a craving for a Hardee’s Frisco Burger, you’d better hope you’re close to Bartlett.

At Tom Lee’s house: A historic marker that tells the story of Tom Lee was unveiled in Klondike Wednesday.

Comes great responsibility: GG Jackson, at age 21, is now the longest-tenured Memphis Grizzly. He has big shoes to fill.

The illness can cause symptoms including explosive diarrhea.

Observations on the Memphis Grizzlies’ summer play and what comes next.

Wild Beet Salad Co. recently launched a breakfast menu with mini pancakes, acai bowls, egg sandwiches but no, there are no breakfast salads. 

Southaven residents have one month to fix their broken blinds or they could be facing jail time.

With a new local leader, Sofar Sounds will host shows in Memphis once again. And, at the Botanic Garden, Fun Studio includes child-friendly musical instruments.

Observations on the Memphis Grizzlies’ summer play and what comes next.

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down the summer league performance of each rostered Grizzlies player.

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