$1 million in scholarships awarded to women to ‘follow their dreams’
Girls Inc., BankTennessee and A Step Ahead Foundation have awarded $1 million in college scholarships to women in the Memphis area since forming a partnership in 2014.
Friends of the Earth calls for $250M weatherization effort for Memphis
The environmental group among those urging Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division to look at possible changes to the utility’s relationship with the Tennessee Valley Authority is pushing a $250 million, five-year weatherization program for Memphis. Friends of the Earth launched the “Memphis Save Energy, Save Dollars” program with a rally Saturday.
Bill Lee’s Asia trip yields little for West Tennessee
Gov. Bill Lee landed a Mitsubishi corporate headquarters for Franklin during an Asian economic recruiting trip. But whether the travel abroad yields anything for the Shelby County area is unclear as Lee was noncommittal when asked about landing tenants for Memphis Regional Megasite.
Greer and Littles emphasize youth programs, personal experiences in council bids
Although they are running for different council seats on the October Memphis ballot, Sherman Greer and Craig Littles represent a new push by candidates for city office to move city priorities more toward youth programs. Greer and Littles are basing their push on their experiences as children in similar programs.
Memphis basketball hires new athletic trainer
Christopher Simmons, who worked for the University of Memphis basketball program when John Calipari was Tigers coach, returns as the team's athletic trainer.
Grizzlies sign Jonas Valanciunas, acquire first-round pick in free agency
On the first night of NBA free agency, the Memphis Grizzlies and the free agent center agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract.
Metro
No Kings march ends with pepper spray and arrests
The march began peacefully at Church Park but confrontations with police led to arrests. The marchers arrested have since been released.
Spirit of Memphis Strikes and gutters, ups and downs: Bowlers let fly for a good cause
City of Memphis Officers who beat Tyré Nichols could be excused from civil suit
Update City of Memphis Fire crews respond to smoke billowing from Peabody hotel
Education Ahead of Memphis schools takeover, Republicans move to block district’s legal pushback
Business
Two more resign from troubled UTHSC department as officials announce a new hire
The number of people who have resigned from the program grows amid abuse allegations that school officials allegedly refused to address.
Real Estate Rare office space in ‘garden community’ hitting the market later this year
Premium Transportation & Logistics New bill would oust Memphis airport board
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Sports
Grizzlies’ GG Jackson critical of officials in loss to Rockets
The defeat didn’t sit well with the Grizzlies, who hung with the Rockets until the fourth quarter.Related content:
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Food
Food Files: Burgers, coffee, chicken and smoothies
In-N-Out one step closer to its first Memphis location. Dutch Bros opens in the Edge District. Tommy’s Burgers California Style is opening its third location. Guthrie’s merges two nearby locations into one.
Food News Hot wing festival introduces World Wing Cup
Suburbs
Collierville High seniors will walk down memory lane, but their parents aren’t allowed to come
For the first time in about a decade, parents of seniors will not be permitted to visit the elementary schools as their children return for one last walkthrough before their graduation.
Premium Lakeland Lakeland moves to ban tobacco and vape products in age-restricted venues
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Project Hail Mary’ is for the kids (of all ages), Prince and Dylan duel
Also opening this week in wide release are two horror-comedies: “They Will Kill You” with Zazie Beetz (“Atlanta”) and Myha’la (“Industry”), and “Forbidden Fruits.”
Performing Arts GPAC’s latest season includes Mavis Staples, Second City, Samara Joy
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: Time to get outside and in, too
This weekend brings a lot of opportunities to get outside. But it starts with a focus on the interior.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: As seasons winds down, Grizzlies draft odds looking up
Games
Sudoku: March 27
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?