Memphis is out of the AAC tournament. What now?
What is in front of the Tigers is an agonizing wait to see what the NCAA selection committee has in store.
Calkins: If heart mattered — and free throws didn’t — this team would be headed to the NCAA Tournament
If passion and effort were all that mattered, the Memphis Tigers would be headed to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in seven years. But foul shots matter, too.
AAC semifinals: Memphis devastated by Houston — again
The Tigers came charging back in the second half, but their bad habit of turning the ball over stalled them. Related article:
Box score, AAC semifinal: Houston 76, Memphis 74
March 13, 2021: AAC semifinal: Houston 76, Memphis 74Related story:
More than 82,000 vaccinations performed in past 2 weeks
From Feb. 27 through Saturday, Shelby County Health Department reported 82,037 total doses administered, with 55,920 people receiving their first dose and 26,117 more received their second vaccination.
Shelby County returns to SignUpGenius
Due to glitches with the state’s VRAS vaccine signup program, Shelby County has reverted to SignUpGenius to schedule appointments, Mayor Jim Strickland announced.
Bugs in new appointment system driving residents batty
New COVID-19 vaccination system does not provide option for second doses for people who got first shots early; also does not recognize some underlying conditions.
Coronavirus: 5 new deaths in Shelby County
The Shelby County Health Department reported 130 new coronavirus cases and five additional virus-related deaths Saturday, March 13.
Memphis Black Restaurant Week: A&R Bar-B-Q
A&R Bar-B-Q has been around since 1983 and was one of 21 participating restaurants in this year’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week, which concludes March 13.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
A look at the best images from this week. We met Memphis’ own answer to Dr. Fauci, a local music producer and a real estate prodigy. We also followed Arlington’s girls basketball team through their roller coaster week.
Memphis WR coach John Simon no longer on staff
Sources say Simon, one of the Tigers’ best recruiters, was placed on administrative leave three weeks ago.
Memphis season football tickets: $50 extra per seat in high-demand areas
In 57% of seats at the Liberty Bowl, ticket prices will be reduced.
Parkinson pushes Tennessee as ‘natural hair capital’
Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton toured several of the city’s natural hair salons and schools Friday, March 12, with state Rep. Antonio Parkinson. Deregulation of the industry has been a contentious issue in the Tennessee General Assembly in recent years.
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Metro
Paul Chandler named Memphis River Parks Partnership CEO
Chandler announced last week that he was leaving his position as executive director of the Germantown Performing Arts Center.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: xAI’s water plant is coming; Pontotoc gets back to its roots
City of Memphis This Week in Memphis: School’s out for summer; Bartlett talks Union Depot
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Business
Guest column: xAI can brighten the region’s future
XAI is creating hundreds of jobs — from skilled trades to advanced technical roles — offering higher wages and economic stability. These jobs can lift families out of poverty, boost local businesses, fund improvements to our schools and infrastructure.
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Sports
Ask the Memphian: Why is the Memphis NBA team named the Grizzlies? (There’s more to it than you think.)
You know the Memphis NBA team is named the Grizzlies became they moved from Vancouver. But why did the Vancouver team have that name?
High School Sports Spring Fling 2025: Storylines by the numbers
High School Sports Spring Fling 2025: Complete list of local qualifiers
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: ’Birds manager ties franchise wins record
Food
What to Order: Fawn’s braised short rib is a tender bite of heaven
The smoky, salty octopus pepperonata was a close second.
Suburbs
Southaven’s mixed-use districts reshape city
With attractions such as Snowden Grove, Top of the Sipp and Silo Square, Southaven is drawing visitors while providing interests for local residents.
Arts & Culture
Feeling a certain ennui about life? Have you tried mahjong?
The Chinese tile game is social, strategic and good for one’s cognitive ability. It’s also becoming increasingly popular.
Opinion
Guest column: xAI can brighten the region’s future
XAI is creating hundreds of jobs — from skilled trades to advanced technical roles — offering higher wages and economic stability. These jobs can lift families out of poverty, boost local businesses, fund improvements to our schools and infrastructure.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Bari’s ‘Bacchus’ on drink trends, digestifs and Memphis gin
With 20 years behind the bar, Hunter Coleman’s had the time to break down the art and the science of craft cocktails.
Games
Jigsaw: Something to root for
This week’s puzzle features a photo from the 2025 Experience Memphis Gardens tour.