Comical ad for local funeral home leads to Netflix show
“Buried by the Bernards” will debut Feb. 12 with eight episodes on Netflix, the world’s largest streaming subscription service.
Herrington: What’s wrong with Ja Morant?
Beyond the frustration, the Grizzlies guard Morant also is missing some of his usual partners in the team’s lineups.
Braille more than a language lesson for Collierville students
When Shelandra Ford took her visually impaired grandson to Tara Oaks Elementary School, she found not only needed educational supports but a loving community as well. Now a group of fifth-graders are learning Braille alongside their friend.
The Haven will provide comfort, resources for those with HIV/AIDS
Friends for Life opened The Haven, its larger HIV/AIDS outreach and support center, near the University of Memphis Sunday, Feb. 7, on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
Coronavirus: 319 new cases and 7 additional deaths
The Shelby County Health Department reported 319 new coronavirus cases and 7 additional deaths on Sunday, Feb. 7.
Pandemic a challenge for criminal justice system? Guilty as charged
Even under so-called normal conditions, the criminal justice system encounters delays and backlogs. The COVID-19 pandemic takes it to a whole new level.
Calkins: Alex Lomax deserves to lead Memphis back to the NCAA Tournament
Alex Lomax said it would be a “dream come true” to lead Memphis back to the NCAA tournament. Against ECU, he kept that dream alive through sheer force of will.
Grizzlies lose third straight as Pelicans surge late
Jonas Valanciunas had 23 points and seven rebounds in his return from COVID-19.
Memphis escapes upset-minded ECU
Tigers stage another dramatic finish in a game marked by more inconsistency.
Opinion: Explore Memphis as a pilgrim, not a tourist
Once we have gotten to know the people who have called Memphis home through the good and the bad, we can start to understand this place we inhabit together.
Metro
Police-involved shooting leaves one in critical condition
Suspect and officer both injured after altercation in Orange Mound late Friday, police said.
Premium Education MSCS demands evidence from House, Senate speakers alleging records crimes
Premium Shelby County County mayor’s property tax proposal becomes tax hike
Music Memphis college launches Juneteenth concert series
Business
Food Files: Midtown Chick-fil-A closes for renovations
Plus: Three Guys Pizza Pies is under new ownership, and Bloom Bakery and Cafe brings new tastes to Downtown.
Business Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Real Estate Inked: Former Germantown coffee spot becomes salon
Sports
TPC Southwind upgrades ‘make a good golf course better’
When FedEx St. Jude Championship tournament golfers arrive at TPC Southwind in August, “it should be as good a golf course as they’ll probably see all year.”
High School Sports Daily Memphian postseason softball awards: St. Benedict sweeps top honors
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Can the Grizzlies strike gold on the low-cost free agent market?
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis sweeps two games in Georgia
Food
$15 Deal: Barbecue jackfruit nachos bring the Plant Based Heat
In the past decade, jackfruit has gained increasing popularity as a meat substitute. At Plant Based Heat, it is slathered with melted vegan cheese and barbecue sauce.
Suburbs
Dealing with Mount Trashmore: Property sale hits snag
A deal to buy the former landfill might be headed to the dump as the site is now scheduled for a tax sale and a state agency has placed a lien on it.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Black Pride, dog yoga and what to do for Bonnaroo FOMO
This week, Juneteenth gets started early, the BoDeans are at the Shell and the Memphis Social Bicycle Club races — in drag.
Opinion
Herrington: Can the Grizzlies strike gold on the low-cost free agent market?
A look at the guards and wing players that might be available in the Grizzlies’ price range.
Podcasts
How the Shell on Wheels expands The Shell’s reach
Shell on Wheels is bringing the experience of being in Overton Park at The Shell to Memphis neighborhoods.