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.
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
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
Red wall or rising blue wave? Tennessee’s midterms split along party lines
A memo from Marsha Blackburn’s strategist credits a “red wall” for her win over Jerri Green. Democrats counter that flipped seats and closer margins show Tennessee isn’t as red as it looks.
Premium Collierville After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
Metro This Week in Memphis: Downtown Dining and drinking at the Hu. Hotel
Education Did the Tennessee midterms complicate Marsha Blackburn’s voucher expansion plans?
Premium Health Care More than 40,000 in Shelby County qualify for lung cancer screening
Business
Mississippi River Expeditions brings wilderness adventures, energy to Mud Island
A canoe excursion company is the third new business at the Mud Island River Park in the last two years, giving Memphians a new view of the city from the water.
Premium Real Estate Easy Way brand to be part of Downtown revival project
Premium Health Care More than 40,000 in Shelby County qualify for lung cancer screening
Premium Business Midtown Autowerks moving a few blocks to Liberty Park area
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Sports
Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies east? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
Premium High School Sports Hill: Local high school athletes are chasing NIL deals. Who’s protecting them?
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: Respect won’t come easily for these Tigers. Two wins are a good start.
Sports Gunner Stockton and Georgia pound Ole Miss 42-7 to make case for top ranking
Memphis Tigers Basketball Jayden Reid’s free throws lift Tigers to win over VCU
Food
What to Order: Libro’s meatloaf
When a good friend repeatedly encourages you to order a particular dish, you should listen.
Food Mid-South Food Bank scrambles to fill the gap as SNAP rules tighten
Suburbs
After more than four decades, Wanda Chism retires from education — again
“A teacher advocate all the way — teacher and student,” John Aitken, the first superintendent of Collierville Schools, said.
Premium Elections Why hasn’t Mississippi’s US Senate race been called?
Arts & Culture
The old Temple Israel building has been demolished. But not the congregation’s rich history.
Temple Israel’s former home at Poplar and Montgomery, which opened in 1916, is being torn down. Here’s a look at the building’s history and the plans to preserve part of the facade.
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: ‘Narnia’ made him a Playhouse kid. Now he’s directing it.
Opinion
Herrington: The best argument for moving the Grizzlies east? Maybe not the one you think.
“Memphis or Minnesota? Who should move to the Eastern Conference in a realigned NBA? Here are four arguments in what I think are escalating levels of persuasion.”
Guest Columnists Echols: The naked headlines and the name of Jesus
Podcasts
Shelby County political reality gets more complex with last election of 2026
The Nov. 3 election and its results were discussed on “Behind The Headlines” in a reporters’ roundtable that examined Shelby County’s role as the bluest county in a red state that may not be that simple.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more From the London Hard Rock to Kudzu’s, Steve Edmundson saw it all
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Mekong Memphis Festival
Today’s puzzle features a scene at the Mekong Memphis Festival. Sophia Surrett took the photo.