Season One, Chapter 18: Jeremiah Martin saves the day — his day
Jeremiah Martin saved the day. Which just happened to be HIS day. So happy Jeremiah Martin Day to everyone!
Memphis mayor’s race begins to solidify ahead of spring and summer campaigns
The race for Memphis Mayor has three front-line contenders on the way to the spring and summer heart of the 2019 campaign. And the trio of Sawyer, Herenton and Strickland shows some differences that reflect divergent views of the city's future beyond who wins and who loses.
Grizzlies take winning streak to three games as improved play continues
Grizzlies coach J.B. Bickerstaff celebrated his 40th birthday steering Memphis to its third straight win against teams in the NBA playoff hunt.
Pitt and Barbara Hyde, Elliot Perry share motivations for art collecting
The "Dear Artist" exhibition features works from the collections of Memphians like Pitt Hyde and Elliot Perry as well as the collectors' letters to the creators of the works.
Memphis sports talk show focused on black fans and athletes finds home on SiriusXM
Larry Robinson and Howard Robertson, hosts of the nationally syndicated sports talk radio show focused on black voices, join SiriusXM as ambassadors of Memphis' creative potential.
Project Lead the Way spurs innovation and collaboration by enhancing Collierville STEM
Project Lead the Way, a national program, has enhanced Collierville's elementary and middle school STEM education.
Metro
Trial for murder of Mississippi Boulevard pastor begins
The Arkansas woman on trial allegedly drove to pastor Brodes Perry’s Collierville apartment and shot him while shouting, “You broke my heart.”
Premium Public Safety Memphis Business Academy football coach charged in drug conspiracy
Public Safety 201 Poplar inmate’s death possibly linked to pepper spray, autopsy says
Update City of Memphis Council approves $2.5M loan for meals along with fire chief, general services head
Business
Historic Ashlar Hall listed for sale
The 129-year-old building, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, is owned by Juan Montoya, who bought it in 2016 for $59,000, according to deed records.
Premium Real Estate School of Rock’s three Memphis-area locations have been sold
Spirit of Memphis How Malcolm Rawls helps Memphis RISE
Premium Real Estate ‘A rising tide lifts all boats': Local vet has a vision for Collierville Square
Sports
Memphis Business Academy football coach charged in drug conspiracy
The football coach has been has been charged in a drug sting that led to the arrests of 20 people, including 14 current or former Mississippi law enforcement officers.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: These Grizzlies need patience. Does a ‘joy’-less Ja Morant have any to give?
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Can Morant get his joy back? He says ‘We’ll see’
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis quarterback Brendon Lewis had a ‘great practice’ Monday
Food
What to order: The Memphian’s Korean BBQ short ribs and mushroom flatbread
Why bar hop the block when you can simply hop on an elevator?
Suburbs
Trial for murder of Mississippi Boulevard pastor begins
The Arkansas woman on trial allegedly drove to pastor Brodes Perry’s Collierville apartment and shot him while shouting, “You broke my heart.”
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Jennifer Lawrence in ‘Die My Love,’ Tom Cruise gets ‘Risky’
Could Jennifer Lawrence be back in a big way? Plus, alien attacks at the Pink Palace, and chickens on the run.
Opinion
Guest Column: ‘Living in Memphis means choosing life over fear’
“We can’t let people who don’t actually live in Memphis tell us how terrible our own city is. ... Yes, there’s risk here – but there’s also rhythm, resilience and beauty.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Visit a Downtown restaurant and the City Council
On this episode of The AM/DM podcast, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips help you prepare for the week ahead.