Herrington: Grizzlies trade chatter, Anderson/Casspi injuries, Caboclo’s return
It's NBA Trade Deadline week and the Grizzlies seem primed to make a move. Looking over the latest scuttle and some other on- and off-court news from the weekend.
Despite closing plan, Electrolux more than meets PILOT commitment
Despite plans to shut down in two years, Electrolux scored more than enough points to stay in compliance with terms of its tax abatement agreement with Memphis and Shelby County.
Republican House leaders plan police oversight board restrictions
House Republican leaders are proposing legislation that would strip city boards of the ability to subpoena witnesses and documents and limit ability of cities to appoint members based on demographics.
Germantown strives to nurture students’ emotional well-being
Germantown Municipal School District includes social and emotional learning as part of its curriculum. As the district heads into its sixth year, leaders want to continue to improve on the district's foundation.
Council weighs MLGW rate hikes, reviews rules for vacancies
Memphis City Council members are expected to vote Tuesday on a set of gas, electric and water rate hikes that would raise the average residential utility bill 10.5 percent over a five-year period with no rate hike until January 2020.
Daily Briefs
Metro
Memphis Safe Task Force Accountability Act heading to state Senate floor
“It does not alter the work that the district attorney is doing, does not restrict their discretion,” state Sen. Brent Taylor said.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Are vee there yet? – A new RV park comes to Cordova
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Premium Public Safety Reality check? Dropping crime numbers meet the first spring weekend on Beale Street
Premium Public Safety Two state senators are trying to add more judges in Shelby County
Business
Bakery moving into former Midtown Muddy’s
The business will close its first location once the new shop is open.
Real Estate Morgan Steel expanding locally, adding more than 100 jobs
Premium Health Care Sixth faculty member at UTHSC resigns over fellow professor
Premium Real Estate Fantastic Fans building is gone but owner still fixes wobble
Premium Health Care Dental hygiene program tackles rural care gap
Sports
Safety Ian Foster shines on first day of Tigers spring practice
Memphis coach Charles Huff said he’s looking for consistency during spring practices, something safety Ian Foster is already exhibiting on Day 1.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies shellacked in 39-point loss to Hawks
Player of the Week Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 2
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Hawks 146, Grizzlies 107
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball ‘A Tiger for life’: Julius Thedford will return to Memphis for 2026-27 season. What’s next for the Tigers?
Food
Bakery moving into former Midtown Muddy’s
The business will close its first location once the new shop is open.
Premium Reviews What to order: ‘Sushi simplified’ at Memphis handroll restaurant
Suburbs
New developer revives long-stalled Lake District townhouses
A new developer plans to deliver on more than 100 townhouses for The Lake District, bringing progress to Lakeland’s mixed-use development after bankruptcy and foreclosure.
Premium North Mississippi Playing their cards right: American Contract Bridge League opens public gaming hub at local headquarters
Arts & Culture
Embracing Memphis: Why an acclaimed poet shares his passion for writing in his adopted home
Award-winning poet and U of M professor Marcus Wicker has been in Memphis for nearly a decade. Here’s how he developed a passion for poetry, and why he’s sharing it with the community.
Arts & Culture Purple, pink, yellow, green and more colors of powder covered those celebrating Holi at Shelby Farms
Opinion
Opinion: Art is enduring
“We should recognize the power of art as an ever-evolving representation of who we are as a city.”
Opinion Opinion: In Memphis, school decisions carry history. This one carries hope.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Are vee there yet? – A new RV park comes to Cordova
What was once the Gameday Baseball complex in Cordova is set to become an “upscale” RV park, catering to the higher end of the recreational vehicle market.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Spring has sprung, and we take a Journey
Games
Sudoku: March 23
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?