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
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”
Premium Lakeland Lakeland evaluates its Flock-camera usage
Public Safety Memphis orgs rally to support families affected by ICE raid
Public Safety Task Force agent’s bullet killed Memphis man in May, autopsy reveals
Metro Freedom Award honorees include Fred Gray, Nneka Ogwumike
Business
Downtown exterior refreshes and new apartment complex to go before board
The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will review three projects at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Premium Business Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight leader fired
Premium Real Estate In-N-Out Burger targets second site
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Sports
A couple of GameDay pickers really like the Memphis Tigers
Two members of the ESPN College GameDay crew are quite high on the Memphis Tigers, making them their top Group of Six pick for 2026.
High School Sports Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
High School Sports Nate Brick, special teams lead CBHS to victory
High School Sports Friday prep report: Briarcrest roars past Nashville Ensworth
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis football moving closer to capacity crowd for Saturday home opener
Food
Recipe Exchange: Rawgirls founders’ lentil soup
The original Rawgirls have a new cookbook of 10 soup recipes, several of which echo dishes they once served at their former food truck and cafe.
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Suburbs
Bailey: It’s possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?
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Arts & Culture
Metal Museum forges future with grand opening in Overton Park
The museum welcomed visitors Saturday to its new home in the former Memphis College of Art. The doors will officially open Sept. 11.
Music Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum leader to depart after 23 years
Opinion
Bailey: It’s possible Ken Adams had reason to resist Parton recognition
Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams stirred up a hornet’s nest with his decision not to lower the flags in honor of Dolly Parton. But did the Flag Code open the door for the mayor’s decision?
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘Ain’t gonna let nobody … turn my Grizzlies around’
Podcasts
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Meddlesome’s approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Inside Lucy Elementary
Today’s puzzle features a mural inside Lucy Elementary School. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.