SCS students return to classrooms for first time in a year
Monday was the first day of in-person classes for Shelby County Schools.
FedEx ramps up vaccine delivery
With the approval of a new COVID-19 vaccine, FedEx is preparing to increase the number of doses it delivers on behalf of the federal government each week.
More than 10% of Shelby County has received at least one COVID vaccine dose
According to the latest Tennessee Department of Health data, just over 10% of the Shelby County population has received at least one coronavirus shot. That compares to more than 12% of the state population.
Justise Winslow: Grizzlies trade was best thing to happen to me
Even before donning the Memphis jersey, Winslow says he felt the “unwavering love” and patience from the team.
Herrington: Early Justise Winslow intrigue, shooting guard competition and an absence of ‘clutch’
And the De’Anthony Melton Appreciation Society would like to present its evidence.
National search gearing up to find Haushalter replacement
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris said the county will hire a national search firm to field the applications, which are due by the end of this month.
Who’s returning for 2021 Tigers football? Here’s a list
Defensive back Tyrez Lindsey and linebackers JJ Russell and Keith Brown Jr. are two more returning for a final year. The biggest name missing was Manuel Orona-Lopez.
How does the Johnson & Johnson vaccine work?
Four questions about how the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine works. Related story: First U.S. doses of J&J vaccine shipped
First US doses of J&J vaccine shipped
Nearly 4 million doses of the newest COVID-19 vaccine were shipped Sunday night, and will begin to be delivered to states for injections starting on Tuesday, March 2.
Tops Bar-B-Q sells part of its real estate
The owners of Tops Bar-B-Q have sold at least seven of their 15 restaurant buildings to a Phoenix firm that buys the real estate of businesses and leases it back to them.
Series of miscues led to Haushalter’s rapid fall from grace
Going forward, vaccinating the citizens of Shelby County against COVID-19 is under the authority of the City of Memphis after the state transferred custody of the vaccine and administration of the process away from county leaders. It took a dizzying array of missteps for this to occur, and Shelby County Commissioner Mick Wright says: “The public deserves to know what happened.” Related story:
County vaccination timeline
What Blackburn and Hagerty said at CPAC before Trump spoke
Democratic U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen’s tweets on Trump’s appearance offered a contrast to the social media reaction from Blackburn and Hagerty. Republican U.S. Rep. David Kustoff didn’t comment on CPAC but did post on his vote against the Democratic COVID stimulus package that passed in the House.
Eight Memphis community centers begin phased reopening
The city reopened the centers in a phased reopening of the 24 community centers across Memphis.
Grizz Insider: Memphis makes history
Did you know the Grizzlies have the longest streak of games with 40 points in the paint since the NBA started tracking the statistic in 1996-97?
Shelby County Fire dispatchers receive training on mental health calls
Shelby County Fire Department dispatchers are receiving training in dealing with mental health calls and emergencies.
Metro
Breaking down Mississippi’s redistricting lawsuits
Although Mississippi legislators have not yet moved to redistrict in light of Louisiana v. Callais, the state is facing multiple lawsuits over its current voting districts. Here is a breakdown.
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Neighborhoods Get ready for a rash of hot days
Shelby County Trial date set in Tami Sawyer’s federal embezzlement case
Business
SpaceX’s internet service cuts rates for Memphis-area customers
Starlink, the satellite internet service and key revenue driver for Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is offering discounts to area residents.
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Hill: Morant experience far from perfect, but truly unique
“It’s amazing the places that Ja Morant took Memphis. In fact, no player may be more responsible for providing such a sense of place.”
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Food
Coletta’s to close Appling Road location after almost 30 years
“The place on Parkway, we have that Elvis connection,” co-owner Jerry Coletta said. “We have people just about every day that are tourists, who are Elvis fans.”
Food News New gluten-free bakery space opening next month
Suburbs
Breaking down Mississippi’s redistricting lawsuits
Although Mississippi legislators have not yet moved to redistrict in light of Louisiana v. Callais, the state is facing multiple lawsuits over its current voting districts. Here is a breakdown.
Music Latest ‘American Idol’ winner coming to Bartlett
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: An early look Indie Memphis gem ‘Blue Heron’
One of 2026’s standout arthouse films so far is coming to Studio on the Square for a one-night Indie Memphis screening.
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Opinion
Herrington: Sorting through the aftermath of the Ja Morant trade
After the trade of Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers, what does the Grizzlies roster look like?
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Podcasts
The AM/DM Podcast: New laws take effect, and fireworks fill the sky
Also this week: The Memphis-Shelby County schools board tackles some hot topics.
Behind The Headlines Redistricting could fuel higher turnout, election official says
Games
Sudoku: June 29
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.