Calkins: There’s one last thing for the Grizzlies to do at Disney
After losing to the Boston Celtics, the Grizzlies' trip to Disney appears to be nearing the end. But one more great ride remains.
Here’s how the Grizzlies can clinch a playoff play-in spot
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Celtics crush struggling Grizzlies
Ja Morant played well, but it wasn’t enough for the Grizzlies to keep pace with the Celtics.
Prep notes: St. Agnes taps Motte to lead basketball program
Former St. Benedict basketball assistant coach Caitlin Motte takes over the basketball program at St. Agnes. Plus, coach Joe Rocconi’s has taken on four new assistant coaches at Collierville High for the 2020 football season.
State officials detail relief for individuals, families, nonprofits
Tennessee Department of Human Services Commissioner Danielle Barnes said 450,000 kids have been approved to receive EBT as part of pandemic food insecurity programs.
Germantown prioritizes, trims budget for 2021 fiscal year
Germantown's budget was amended on the second of three readings. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen has one more review to make before the budget takes effect.
Poplar Plaza’s proposed redevelopment concerns neighboring Red Acres
Concerned about increased traffic and building height, the Red Acres Neighborhood Association has asked for a delay in plans for redeveloping part of Poplar Plaza for both apartments and retail.
It’s down to this: Grizzlies vs. Antetokounmpo
This is just a casual game for Boston, which has the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference locked up. For Memphis? A lot more is riding on this game.
Coronavirus: Local ICU numbers inch up
If you are looking for local coronavirus data, you've come to the right place.
Cohen, Kustoff reflect Congressional divide over new COVID relief package
The Congressmen, in their respective districts during Congress’ recess, say they are prepared to return to Washington if Democrats and Republicans can reach an accord on pandemic relief and stimulus funding.
County offering COVID grants for close-contact personal service shops
Many salons have reopened, but the business model looks drastically different including reduced occupancy, said Shelby County Commissioner Mickell Lowery.
Downtown agency approves changes in how public money will help build The Walk
The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. approved 30 years of property tax savings that will fund $134.6 million of the $741 million development’s costs, and a 5% tourism surcharge that is estimated to provide $20.8 million for the project.
House, Senate committees pass COVID-19 liability protections
Senate committees are set to consider competing legislation Tuesday dealing with COVID-19 liability immunity and the punishment of protesters in the Legislature’s special session.
International Paper nets more cash from Graphic Packaging stake
International Paper is selling a block of shares in Graphic Packaging for the second time this year, as part of continuing effort to generate cash from the 2018 equity investment.
Three-star forward James Graham III sets announcement date
The recruit out of Milwaukee includes Memphis as one of his four finalists.
Rep. Miller erupts at House Leader for ‘spit’ on law enforcement comment
Democratic lawmaker called the House’s Republican leader a “liar” for saying those who voted against a legislative crackdown on protesters support spitting on law enforcements officers.
Metro
MPD makes arrest in Memphis Allies shooting
Six people were shot, one fatally, during a drive-by shooting at a Memphis Allies meeting in Hickory Hill on April 9.
Education County commissioners want school-buildings plan as MSCS seeks $35M
Public Safety DA’s office, MPD shut down site of year’s first homicide
Public Safety Two sheriff’s deputies fired after allegations of sexual misconduct
Business
FedEx renews ties with Amazon after six-year split
It signs on to carry undisclosed volume of residential delivery, in multi-year contract.
Premium Real Estate Former Bed Bath & Beyond: Think beer, wine, liquor — not Trader Joe’s
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Visual Arts Iconic blue dog paintings replaced at Union Centre
Sports
Calkins: An event to honor the John Calipari era in Memphis? It’s just time.
“John Calipari is game to return to Memphis this fall to play an exhibition game to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital? That sounds like an fine idea. It’s just time.”
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Lottery reaction, TJ Shorts and value rankings
Developing Memphis Tigers Basketball Calipari’s Razorbacks working to schedule exhibition game in Memphis
High School Sports Briarcrest sweeps Knoxville Catholic to return to Spring Fling
Food
This Juneteenth celebration will spotlight Black chefs
After “The Mushroom Queen” Daishu McGriff closed her restaurant, she said she wanted to create a way to honor Black chefs. The answer was Umami Amora, a seven-course plant-based Juneteenth dinner scheduled for June 14.
Suburbs
Collierville rezones ‘Mount Trashmore’
The former Shelton Road landfill is a popular sledding destination when it snows, but its future is uncertain.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Secret Mall Apartment’ is a stirring surprise
Other movies making a comeback this week are “North by Northwest,” “The Wiz” and “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure.”
Opinion
Calkins: Incredibly, the Central High jazz band did it. They won the whole thing.
The Central High jazz band did it. They defeated bands from across the country — and around the world — to win the Essentially Ellington contest in New York. And, yes, there were many tears.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Lottery reaction, TJ Shorts and value rankings
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Herrington’s multipart column ranking the most valuable players on the Memphis roster.
Games
Word Flower: May 13
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.