Calkins: The best reason to root for James Wiseman
Yes, he quit on the Memphis Tigers. But Memphis fans should be rooting for him, anyway.
No March Madness in Memphis: 2021 NCAA tournament regional relocated
The NCAA is moving preliminary rounds from 13 cities, including Memphis, to a single site.
Room in the Inn, CME Church plan permanent shelter for homeless
The CME Church has dropped plans to turn its historic, long-vacant Collins Chapel Connectional Hospital property into a skilled nursing facility. Now the church plans to lease the space to Room in the Inn, which will provide shelter, meals and some medical care to the homeless.
Collierville runoff early voters get first use of new voting system starting Wednesday
The Shelby County Election Commission says its hand was forced by having to keep voting machines used in the November elections sealed until all results from that election are certified next week. Early voting in the two Collierville runoff elections starts Wednesday.
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
Commercial space may return to Poplar Viaduct’s east end
A site plan for 2847 Poplar shows a commercial building of more than 7,000 square feet and 36 parking spaces.
Silverfield: ‘Confident’ in vetting process following report of transfer player’s suspension
Memphis QB Peter Parrish had been accused of rape while at LSU; no charges have been filed.
Rust Hall lease, MLGW budget and Downtown parking overhaul top council agenda
The Memphis City Council agenda Tuesday also includes a new violent crime task force, a ban on bottled water at all city facilities post pandemic and the election of a new chairman for 2021.
New Grizzlies assistant Sonia Raman saving the best of Memphis for last
Raman has gotten the highlights of the city. Now it’s time to get her eye on the team.
James Wiseman on his blip of a Memphis Tigers career: ‘I wouldn’t change anything’
The center is one of the top prospects in Wednesday’s NBA draft despite playing in just three college games.
Metal Museum confident it can raise $13M more for Rust Hall work
Museum’s leadership expresses confidence it can a meet a proposed city deadline: Within two years, add $13 million to the $12 million it has already raised to make Overton Park its new, expanded headquarters.
Coronavirus: Nearly 700 new cases reported
The 686 cases come from 6,396 tests, giving the day a positivity rate of 10.7%.
New date set for Memphis-Tennessee basketball game
This season’s rivalry game between the Tigers and Vols has been postponed until 2021.
Arlington retail center to target health-minded clientele
Gary Rapp Jr. is developing a four-bay center on Airline Road, including one bay where he will operate a new deli.
TJ Carter, John Cartwright expected back for Memphis vs. Stephen F. Austin
The Tigers hope to see their best cornerback and a much-needed defensive lineman against Stephen F. Austin.
Moderna vaccine shows 94.5% effectiveness against COVID
The flu vaccine, given every year, has an efficacy rate of 40%-50%.
Herrington: Grizzlies could dive into trade, but have reasons to wait
Surprise! The NBA suddenly decided to lift the trade moratorium, which brings up a bevy of names to consider.
Palazzolo to seek another term as Germantown mayor in 2022
Mayor Mike Palazzolo has announced he will seek reelection in 2022. Palazzolo has served as mayor of Germantown since 2014.
Germantown mayor issues surprising invitation
The annual call for Germantown citizens to apply for boards and commissions this year included a personal invitation from Mayor Mike Palazzolo to a select few residents.
Memphis police officer charged with rape
Al Bond, a patrolman for three years, has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman at a party.
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Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
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Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies to Eastern Conference? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
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After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
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The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
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Guest Columnists Echols: The naked headlines and the name of Jesus
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The AM/DM podcast: Fine dining and disaster museums
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Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.