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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Taylor’s October surprise: Two Democratic contenders for the Tennessee legislature want to make “cyberflashing” a crime.

Palazzolo’s final days: Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo reflects on 12 years in office as he prepares to retire.

SpaceXAI’s ‘lowball’ offers: Some Southaven residents say SpaceXAI isn’t offering enough money for their homes.

MSCS changing it up: Memphis-Shelby County Schools has put auditors’ recommendations to the test with its new cleaning contracts.

Gussied-up bar food: That’s what you’ll find at the new Edge District bar of the same name.

In the long run: A long-held Memphis running institution — the Saturday Breakaway Running marathon training group — is gone.

No tricks, just treats for the Grizzlies: There was nothing scary about the Memphis Grizzlies’ Halloween win against the Sacramento Kings.

Is the brewery industry going flat? After Crosstown Brewing Co. closed, we checked in on the health of the local brewery industry.

Big plays and long drives: The Memphis Tigers football team handed the Army Black Knights a loss on Halloween.

Breakaway Running has ended its group runs and marathon-training program, but Memphis’ running community is booming as independent clubs grow and runners find new ways to connect.

Isaiah Stewart has helped head coach Tuomas Iisalo establish the team’s new culture, and the big man is looking right at home on this Grizzlies roster. 

The smashburger is what brought Harrison Downing, Cole Jeanes and Schuyler O’Brien together as business partners and helped establish them as familiar names on Memphis’ culinary scene.

Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo reflects on his time in office, days ahead of voters choosing his successor.

After a one-year hiatus and with reconstituted leadership, the Indie Memphis Film Festival returns this week. 

Breaking down the Grizzlies' six wins to start the season, with a look ahead to this week’s three games against the Pelicans, Pacers and Thunder. Can they make it a 9-0 start?

When it comes to news happening this week, the big things are voters at the polls and athletes on the courts. 

Today’s puzzle features the Memphis Grizzlies Grannies and Grandpas preforming at the season opener. Brandon Dill took the photo.