Memphis rolls past LSU and into NCAA second round
Three goals in second half send the University of Memphis women’s soccer team to its first NCAA victory since 2011.
More good news for Haywood County: A hospital reopens
Brownsville’s hospital, closed since 2014, could have an economic ripple effect of nearly 700 jobs in the area and ease pressure on the local emergency medical services.
Calvin Austin III’s status hangs in balance, along with Tigers’ season
The University of Memphis receiver’s injury has complicated the Tigers’ situation, with the run game stagnant.
Krosstown Kleaners building could be reborn
The Krosstown Kleaners building was built in 1910 and originally served as a bakery, before becoming a dry cleaning business in 1944 with its distinctive neon sign.
A meeting with Penny fuels Earl Timberlake’s confidence
The Miami transfer who has been putting undue pressure on himself heard from the Tigers’ coach: ‘I’m with you.’
Bates leads the charge as Memphis rolls over North Carolina Central
Penny Hardaway still experimenting with lineups, taking advantage of a relatively easy, although disjointed, game. Related story:
Box score: Memphis 90, North Carolina Central 51
Calkins: The real reason to worry about Memphis football
Was Ryan Silverfield wrong to go for the two-point conversion Saturday? Maybe. But that’s not what Tigers football fans should be concerned about.
This time, it’s Pelicans who capitalize on Grizzlies’ woes
The Grizzlies are on a three-game losing streak, this time falling to a New Orleans team that entered the evening 1-12.Related story:
Box score: Pelicans 112, Grizzlies 101
Tigers’ hallmark this season: Inconsistency with a dash of what’s possible
With losses to inferior opponents and wins against ranked teams, it’s anyone’s guess what will show up next week.
Memphis loses overtime gamble to East Carolina
David Kemp’s 24-yard field goal forces OT, but team’s kicking woes prompt coach Ryan Silverfield to go with 2-point conversion attempt instead of extra point after overtime TD. Tigers’ hallmark this season: Inconsistency with a dash of what’s possibleRelated stories:
Argent Trust relocates to Ridgeway Center
The subsidiary of Louisiana-based wealth management company Argent Financial Group is moving its Memphis office to Ridgeway Center.
Suburban schools shift to masks optional
Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland and Millington cited COVID-19 legislation signed by Gov. Bill Lee that removes schools’ ability to require face coverings
Bus transit ‘not fun', novice riders find
Five Houston High juniors scheduled a ‘Bus Day’ and traveled across the city on MATA buses to learn what it’s like for those who rely on public transportation every day.
Guest column: Briarcrest shouldn’t shun students for who they are
‘The school’s announcement about their stance on sexuality did not shock me, but it did break my heart that young people are once again being targeted for who they are.’
Herrington: Ja vs. Zion signaled new era of Southern hoops, but it’s been a dream deferred
Morant and Williamson. Memphis and New Orleans. Beale Street and Bourbon. The connections seemed so promising, but it hasn’t come to fruition — yet.
Metro
County Commission Scorecard: Bare quorum returns from spring break
The County Commission Scorecard tracks commission votes on rounding the county property tax rate up or down, a fee for waiving the county residency requirement and whether to fill a vacant state House seat representing part of the city.
Elections Election Commission certifies Shelby County May primary results
Business
Inked: New pedestrian crossing for The Heights, Inches Taco Shop opening
This week’s Inked includes news on Heights Community Development Corp.’s 36,000-square-foot pedestrian-friendly plaza along National Street along with the pending opening for Inches Taco Shop in Harbor Town.
Subscribers only Business Board-certified genetic counselor teaches patients, providers their ACGT’s
Sports
Former Cal quarterback commits to Memphis
Tigers add Ryan Glover after Grant Gunnell entered the transfer portal last month.
Subscribers only Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Grizzlies offseason roster rankings, Part 2
Food
Table Talk: Barbecue is a wrap, more ice cream and a 7,000-calorie fudge
Barbecue fest wraps up for the year, COVID is over me, and wha?? Fudge with 7,000 calories?
Suburbs
Police chief encourages Germantown to ‘campaign for safer communities’
Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis addressed a large crowd at the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce, talking about gun violence, juvenile crime and how she saw “(traffic) volume in Atlanta, but Memphis has got mean drivers.”
Neighborhoods
New riverfront pollinator garden has ‘role to play’ in habitat loss
Wildlife cameras, native species, river quests and a citizen science experiment are poised to help people understand the river as more than just a pretty view or a shipping corridor.
Arts & Culture
Local producer drops what could be ‘song of the summer’
Hitkidd is restoring Memphis’ place in crunk. His latest, a song from local artist Glorilla, has rapper Saweetie preparing to hop on the remix.
Opinion
Opinion: Tennessee voters should decide what happens with abortion
“Voters on both sides of this issue believe that lives are at stake, so it is the voters who should ultimately control the outcome of the debate.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis’ window, Dillon Brooks controversy and Ja Morant’s future
Beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the future of Ja Morant in Memphis, Grizzlies free agency and the controversy around Dillon Brooks’ absence from exit interviews.