Calkins: It’s Chandler Parsons Independence Day!
The Grizzlies have traded Chandler Parsons. So have a parade!
University of Memphis initiates external review of women’s basketball program after allegations
The University of Memphis issued a statement confirming the women's basketball program is undergoing an independent external review.
Instant-runoff voting probably a no-go for 2019 city elections
The debut of instant-runoff or ranked-choice voting in Memphis probably won’t happen with the 2019 Memphis elections.
House Democrats seek expansive probe into Casada’s expenses
A day before the Fourth of July and with an August special session looming, House Democrats are calling for a wide-ranging investigation into the expenses of resigning Speaker Glen Casada.
Schools receive delayed payments from Graceland tourism development zone
The Shelby County trustee's office has forwarded to public school systems $463,582.72 in local sales taxes collected by Graceland's tourism development zone over two years ending June 30, 2018.
Smokey Robinson sings with St. Jude patients for fundraising campaign
Smokey Robinson, who has written dozens of compositions that stand the test of time, joins some St. Jude Children's Research Hospital patients in a new endeavor.
Metro
Blighted building owned by Tom Intrator being demolished
A three-story building on South Front Street is being demolished two years after the owner was sued for blight.
Premium Education UTHSC looking for new faculty to stem resignations after abuse allegations
State Government Quick vote on resolution honoring Gov. Bill Lee brings Democratic backlash
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: UTHSC faculty resign, but Hardaway is all in at the U of M
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Business
Midtown’s Stomping Grounds aims for 901 Day opening
The former Railgarten site at 2166 Central is being redeveloped into a family-focused experience.
Premium Real Estate Blighted building owned by Tom Intrator being demolished
Premium Real Estate National bridal shop says, ‘I do!’ to Memphis
Premium Real Estate Prairie Farms hopes to milk $15 million out of selling Midtown dairy
Premium Real Estate Inked: Creative expansion, more cookies and Aldi adjacent space
Sports
CBHS standout voted player of the week
The voters have spoken. And they have chosen Will Brick as The Daily Memphian spring-sports athlete of the week.
Memphis Tigers Football Braham, Desrosiers showcase skills during Memphis Tigers’ Pro Day
High School Sports Bartlett holds off Brentwood to advance to Class 4A semis
High School Sports Red-hot Whitehaven scorches Blackman in Class 4A quarters
Sports Hill: He’s a March Madness success story — thanks to Memphis
Food
$15 Deal: Soup, dumplings and noodles from Little Petals Chinese
The quick-service Sichuan-style Chinese restaurant chases away the post-tornado-watch ick with spice, crunch and warmth.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Meet the local foodie behind our $15 deals
Suburbs
Bartlett holds off Brentwood to advance to Class 4A semis
Brentwood is no everyday team and the Bruins gave Bartlett an almighty battle. But the Panthers are headed to the semifinals thanks to a 65-56 victory.
Premium Germantown Germantown’s 911 call center was promised in 2020. Now it’s on permanent hold.
Arts & Culture
Welcome spring with beer, kites, fairies and all the colors of the rainbow
In this week’s To-Do List, there’s a comedy show at DKDC, a final goodbye from Journey at FedExForum and a mash-up of goth culture and cumbia music at Growlers.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Ryan Gosling’s ‘Hail Mary,’ ‘Pulp Fiction’ gets Pink
Opinion
Calkins: Justice Amy Coney Barrett is speaking at Rhodes. It’s more complicated than it should be.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett is returning to Rhodes College to speak Wednesday. Why isn’t Rhodes talking about it? That’s complicated.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Grizzlies notes on injuries, expansion and draft scouting
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Meet the local foodie behind our $15 deals
A restaurant doesn’t have to be expensive to be good, and today’s guest knows all about that.
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Games
Sudoku: March 18
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?