Grizzlies defense a no-show in loss to Minnesota
The Grizzlies were out of it from the start in a blowout loss to the Timberwolves on Saturday. Related story:
Box score: Timberwolves 138, Grizzlies 95
Nov. 20, 2021: The Timberwolves defeated the Memphis Grizzlies at Target Center in Minneapolis.
Herrington: Young Dolph’s background formed his music, and his life
It can be tempting to separate the facts of the rapper’s life and the still very murky facts of his death from the music that made him a success and, in some quarters, a star. But, in life, he encouraged listeners to conflate the two.
Rapper Jucee Froot helps give out turkeys in North Memphis
About 350 Thanksgiving birds were distributed Saturday at the event on North Hollywood Street. A day earlier, turkeys were given out in South Memphis, where slain rapper Young Dolph had planned to participate.
Bioventus to invest $9.1 million, create 40 new jobs in Shelby County
The facility at 7101 Goodlett Farms Parkway will become the medical device manufacturer’s second site in Cordova.
Tigers, Grizzlies games no longer require proof of vaccination, negative test
The new policy goes into effect immediately.
Young Dolph’s holiday giveaway continues despite rapper’s death
“None of us are doing well, but Dolph would have wanted us out here, so we out here giving back to the people just like he would have wanted.”
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
If you’re a fan of new fire stations, old houses, food or sports, we’ve got the photos. Cast a vote for your favorite.
Public schools must mask, Health Department says
The Shelby County Health Department expects all public schools and others under the Americans with Disabilities Act to mask, according to a memo sent to public and private school leaders Friday afternoon.
Doctors testify on behalf of disabled students in mask lawsuit
Lawyers for disabled students invited doctors to testify virtually to the U.S. District Court in Nashville to support their argument that a new Tennessee law violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Tigers still looking for their sixth win after falling to No. 17 Houston
Houston’s run of penalties gave the Tigers some momentum, but ultimately they weren’t able to capitalize on their chances. After underachieving season, Tigers forced to battle for minimum successRelated stories:
Duren’s monster night helps Memphis survive scrappy Western Kentucky
The Tigers have had an issue with turnovers all season, a trend that continued against the Hilltoppers and allowed them to hang in the game.Related stories:
Friday prep report: Local football season ends with a thud
Lausanne, CBHS, MAHS and Covington all fall in playoff action.
Behind The Headlines: Strickland on crime
On “Behind The Headlines,” Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland says he hopes a city charter change on police residency is revived and put back on a ballot for a vote soon.
Ford says he meant no offense, didn’t understand ‘she/they’
Memphis City Council member Edmund Ford Sr. said Friday evening he asked about a county employee’s use of personal pronouns because he didn’t know what they meant, but “could have been less harsh in my delivery and tone.”
Memphis women’s soccer team falls in NCAA second round
Duke defeated the Tigers, who end the season 14-5-2.
Metro
‘I want to hit a ball with a weird-looking stick’
More than 100 people gathered Saturday for the Bluff City Brawl, a celebration of the traditional Irish sports of hurling, camogie and Gaelic football.
photo gallery Spirit of Memphis Planting hope at Shelby Farms
Business MUS names next head of school
Premium Metro Grief to graduation: Woman honors her mother’s legacy after losing three family members in crash
Public Safety Advocates call to halt execution of Memphis man
Business
‘Don’t give up on yourself’: Regional One team defy odds to save officer’s leg
Daniel Prewitt nearly lost his leg after a high-speed chase in Arkansas. That outcome was avoided thanks to a Regional One team that reconnected tiny blood vessels, some smaller than a human hair.
Premium Business Tomato prices spike as weather, supply chains squeeze growers and retailers
Premium Real Estate Long-planned development in one of Memphis’ older neighborhoods moving forward
Premium Financial Services Opinion: Buy Now, Pay Later loans are becoming increasingly popular
Real Estate Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Sports
Luck of the draw: The Grizzlies’ past and future in the NBA Draft Lottery
It will not shock you to read that the Memphis Grizzlies have not historically had great luck in the NBA Draft Lottery.
High School Sports Collierville girls shine at state qualifying meet
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hill: The Grizzlies need luck this weekend? I know where they might find it.
Spirit of Memphis ‘I want to hit a ball with a weird-looking stick’
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: It’s NBA Draft Lottery week
Food
Tomato prices spike as weather, supply chains squeeze growers and retailers
For Memphis retailers and farmers, the current reality is higher prices and tighter supply.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Special Mother’s Day edition, with breakfast and brunch
Suburbs
‘Somebody is going to die’: Collierville considering restrictions for e-bikes, motorized scooters
The growth of electric bikes and their increasing presence in Collierville have officials considering some rules regarding limitations on the mode of transportation.
Lakeland Vote to give Lakeland elected officials a raise fails
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: 2026’s Memphis Art & Fashion Week’s Runway at the Museum
The marquee event of Memphis Art & Fashion Week is Runway at the Museum, held on Friday, May 8, at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
Spirit of Memphis Tom Lee Day will move to October, but poetry honored today
Opinion
Calkins: Making Memphis madder — on a week the city best never forget
There is a single spot in Memphis where you can stand in all three congressional districts. It’s an absurdity, yes. And a cause for rage.
Opinion Echols: Will we recognize each other in Heaven?
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: It’s NBA Draft Lottery week
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery and whether Memphis is due for some good luck.
Music The AM/DM podcast: A super Saturday
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Baptist groundbreaking
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the groundbreaking of a new hospital in Fayette County and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.