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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How’s it going, Memphis? It’s Friday, April 3, which means it’s Project Pat Night at the Memphis Grizzlies game and ’80s Nite at Bar Keough. “Chickenhead” or “Tainted Love”? You decide.

You’ll find even more fun in our To-Do List.

Kratom and high-speed chase: Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested in Arkansas for a drug that’s currently legal in Tennessee. 

Pooh Shiesty arrested: Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty was arrested on federal kidnapping and robbery charges.

Woman accused in pastor killing ‘on notice’: The woman charged with killing pastor Ricky Floyd outside of Momma’s bar last year allegedly violated her bond conditions.

LeBron talks trash: Now, LeBron James is dissing our city. 

Coming to Clark Tower: The owners of Blue Honey Bistro are planning to open a new restaurant inside Clark Tower. 

Barbecue shuffle: Pack your line dancing boots for the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.

Penny gets a manager: The Memphis Tigers are hiring their first men’s basketball general manager. 

Falafel around and find out: Food writer Erica Horton sings the praises of the falafel platter at La Roche. 

It’s all about breakfast — and wings — this week. 

The Ed Murphey Classic announced the addition of the World Shot Put Series, created and headlined by world record holder Ryan Crouser, which is set to take place at Handy Park on Beale Street.

It’s all about breakfast — and wings — this week. 

Some suburban residents may have to face an increase in sanitation costs this summer, but the increase is certainly better than trash sitting uncollected at the curb.

As more than 200 pitmasters from 27 states and seven different countries go toe to toe during the barbecue competition, the “Line Dancing King” and a Grammy Award-winning local blues artist are among the entertainment.

“It was a disappointing cheap shot from a guy who grew up in Akron, Ohio, who should know something about hardscrabble towns.”

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This weekend’s events — the ones The Daily Memphian staff are most excited about, anyway — have one very important thing in common. They are free! 

This jigsaw puzzle is of University of Memphis catcher Trae Cassidy and was taken by Matthew Hinton for the Associated Press.