Grizzlies bench delivers in victory over Nuggets
Tyus Jones was too brilliant to take off the floor, so coach Taylor Jenkins played with two point guards down the stretch against Denver. Related story:
Calkins: Dancing with cancer. How two Memphis Pom teammates won’t let their diagnosis ruin their dreams
Josie Fellers and Chloe Wells are teammates on Memphis Pom who share a hometown, a birthday — and a fierce determination to not let cancer ruin their dreams.
County Commission approves redistricting plan, but must vote again
Democrats voted for it and Republicans voted against it. But the party line was not enough to make it the final vote on the redistricting plan that creates a new commission district built around Cordova, where most of the growth was in the 2020 Census.
U.S. government refutes Methodist ‘rhetoric,’ justifies intervention in lawsuit
Hospital system was given recordings, other evidence before U.S. filed motion to intervene, filing says.
Kelsey pleads not guilty to campaign finance violations
State Sen. Brian Kelsey (R-Germantown) surrendered his passport and pleaded not guilty to five counts of campaign violations and fraud in federal District Court in Nashville.
Saint Francis-Memphis names new CEO
Chris Cosby, who has more than 20 years of experience in health care administration, replaces Sally Deitch who left suddenly in July.
How the chemistry of the Memphis coaching staff is coming together
The Tigers may have a unique staff in the country due to the star power and the personalities of the four.
County considers insurance charge on unvaccinated employees, reacts to special session
Shelby County Commissioners also reacted Monday to the pandemic legislation that came out of a special session of the Tennessee General Assembly.
Second finalist for U of M presidency named
The third candidate’s information will be distributed Tuesday, Nov. 2, for the Nov. 4 open sessions.
Vote for the high school player of the week from Week 11
Standouts from CBHS, Collierville, Covington, Olive Branch and Sheffield up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4.
Groundbreaking paves way for Kennedy Park improvements
The 330-acre park will add soccer fields, security lights and additional parking, and it will connect nearby neighborhoods to the Wolf River Greenway as part of a revamped plan.
Grizzlies Insider: Tigers star Emoni Bates sees Ja Morant as ‘big brother’
“He is my favorite player,” said Emoni Bates of Grizzlies star Ja Morant.
Grizzlies unveil new ‘Moments Mixtape’ jerseys
For more than 25 seasons, the Grizzlies have worn threads widely beloved by NBA fans all over. Now they will have another style in the rotation.
St. Jude’s 20th marathon returns with ‘best in the world’
In 2002, an AutoZone employee new to Memphis began running for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital — and he’s never stopped.
At 56, Memphian turns heads (and chairs) on ‘The Voice’
Now the question is how this former Overton High student will go on the popular singing competition.
Evolve Bank & Trust expanding its East Memphis operations
The financial services company will renew its lease on Poplar Avenue and move its headquarters to a 42,000-square-foot space nearby.
Henigan is still not a full participant in practice
Coach Ryan Silverfield said the freshman QB might be another game-time decision.
Calkins: Why Emoni Bates and Landers Nolley could be ‘crazy’ fun
Emoni Bates and Landers Nolley II looked sensational as they made their season debuts. This ‘crazy duo’ could be the key to the year for Memphis basketball.
Tigers announce kickoff time against ECU
The University of Memphis will be at home for three of the remaining four games of the season as it tries for an eighth consecutive bowl game appearance.
Herrington: JJJ’s game is in a bad place, but we’ve been here before
Jaren Jackson Jr. wasn’t at his best during the Grizzlies’ first six games this season, but we’ve been here before with Pau Gasol, Mike Conley and Rudy Gay.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Lester center opens; Hospitality Hub looks north
Also happening this week: Memorial Day is Monday, and there’s a reception for the work that replaced Midtown’s Union Centre blue-dog paintings.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Midtown’s Fantastic Fans is closing, but the Fan Doctor will make house calls
Premium Metro Political Roundup: ‘Move 201 Poplar’ and then ‘put a major hotel there’
Premium Public Safety Four of 5 suspects named in latest MPD operation are not in jail
Business
Making Memphis healthier one neighborhood at a time
Since ShelbyCares opened its first neighborhood health hub, Penny Ward has dropped about 100 pounds, stopped taking two medications and seen her blood pressure and blood sugar numbers drop to their lowest in decades.
Health Care Le Bonheur revs up new high-tech ambulances
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish child will swim with ‘piggies and sharkies’
Premium Food News Food Files: Cousins Maine Lobster, The Juice Joint return next weekend
Sports
Memphis Tigers shift focus to high school recruiting
Since Nike EYBL Session 2 came through Memphis on May 16-18, the Memphis Tigers have offered scholarships to at least 12 high school recruits.
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Memphis’ state champions
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Lakeland Prep wins historic baseball title
Premium Spirit of Memphis Rain delay impacts Showboats crowd, but Yacht Club stays faithful
Food
Sound Bites: Chef Kelly English talks po’boys, Kroger, Memphis
Chef Kelly English joins Holly Whitfield on this week’s Sound Bites to talk about the Second Line’s renovations, their Hawaiian pop-up and a surprise celebrity visit to Restaurant Iris.
Suburbs
Spring Fling: Lakeland Prep wins historic baseball title
Olivier Grandchamp tosses a complete game as the Lakeland Lions complete an improbable run to their first championship.
Arts & Culture
Why libraries and public spaces are important
Shamichael Hallman is the author of “Meet Me at the Library,” which makes the case for the importance not just of libraries but public spaces of all kinds.
Opinion
Greenstein: Memorial Day is more than a vacation day
“All Americans owe the families of the servicemen and women who died serving our country more than lip service in gratitude, appreciation and reverence.”
Podcasts
Why libraries and public spaces are important
Shamichael Hallman is the author of “Meet Me at the Library,” which makes the case for the importance not just of libraries but public spaces of all kinds.