Morant falls short on monster dunk attempt, Grizz fall short in Cleveland
For the second game in a row, the Grizzlies couldn’t hold a fourth quarter lead on the road, falling 114-107 to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Basketball Tigers give Santa an assist
The Memphis Tigers basketball team along with other U of M athletes gave some local children early Christmas gifts Friday afternoon. The group distributed the toys – collected at a toy drive earlier this year – at Davis Community Center, which is at 3371 Spottswood in the Messick Buntyn area. Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland also was among those handing out presents.
Calkins: Penny Hardaway ‘hurt’ by Wiseman decision – and Wiseman just might be, too.
Life after Wiseman has begun for the Memphis Tigers, a turn that was unexpected based on the freshman center's excitement when he committed to the team.
2019 was busiest in three decades for planning board
The 134 cases heard by the Board of Adjustment this year were the most since 1989, states a year-end report.
Collierville Police Chief David Tillner announces retirement
Collierville Police Chief David Tillner is retiring immediately. The decision comes after months of dissatisfaction in the department among officers. The board will recruit a new chief in 2020.
Hardaway ‘with James’ despite Wiseman’s departure
Penny Hardaway said he wasn't sure what led Wiseman to leave the school.
Landmarks Commission approves Lamar construction
Calvin Lacy applied for a Certificate of Appropriateness for his project in the Rozelle-Annesdale Historic District on Lamar Avenue.
Metro
Lynn Fitch stops in Southaven, appeals to supporters in bid for governor
Mississippi attorney general and gubernatorial candidate Lynn Fitch branded herself as a Trump conservative in an appeal to about 50 supporters at a Mexican restaurant.
Health Care UTHSC to break ground on new College of Medicine building in October
City of Memphis City leaders designate Aug. 7 to honor Memphis’ only HBCU
Millington Indicted Millington police officer fired for falsifying timesheets
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
Business
SpaceXAI sues contractor, alleges overbilling and fraud
SpaceXAI alleges that Darana Hybrid and its CEO engaged in a practice of overbilling to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars.
Health Care UTHSC to break ground on new College of Medicine building in October
Premium Health Care Former UTHSC chair sues school to get job back
Business Frontdoor beats Q2 expectations with ‘record profitability’
Health Care Regional One unveils plans for new hospital at old Commercial Appeal building
Sports
Brandon Clarke died from heroin and cocaine overdose, coroner says
Former Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke was found dead around 5 p.m. May 11 in his bedroom, the County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner said.
Golf Rory McIlroy commits to play FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind
High School Sports Former St. Benedict standout promoted to the majors
Memphis Tigers Basketball American Conference opponents announced for Memphis basketball
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Mailbag: Can Zach Edey dunks and defense drive a surprise season?
Food
Food Files: Interstate Bar-B-Que sold, Majestic Grille plans on 10 more years
The Majestic Grille is committing to another decade Downtown, and Interstate’s original location has been sold to another barbecue purveyor.
Spirit of Memphis Memphis institution ‘Too Tall’ leaves legacy of big smiles
Suburbs
SpaceXAI sues contractor, alleges overbilling and fraud
SpaceXAI alleges that Darana Hybrid and its CEO engaged in a practice of overbilling to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars.
Premium Elections Lynn Fitch stops in Southaven, appeals to supporters in bid for governor
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: David Porter on ‘The Breakfast Club,’ Kingfish at The MET
Plus, several artists with ties to the Memphis region are on former President Barack Obama’s annual summer playlist.
The To-Do List A book fair meets beer, cat videos go big and a ramen shop has a birthday party
Opinion
Opinion: I wish the rest of America understood what I know about Memphis
“It takes living here to know the people. That’s what so many who dismiss Memphis never experience. They see headlines but never hospitality. They hear about violence but never generosity. They know the statistics but not our stories.”
Premium Suburbs Bailey: Suburban elections lack intrigue of county general ballot
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
This off-the-beaten-path weekend will take you on a foam run, through the lion’s gate portal and into the world of cat videos.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A new day for the Old Daisy
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Historic Daisy Theater and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.