Grizzlies turn things around, split series with Warriors
Grizzlies find right moves in closing minutes as Dillon Brooks and Jonas Valanciunas each score 19 points. Related story:
2021 NIT: Memphis punishes Dayton with second-half push
The Tigers’ defense was not at its usual strength, but Landers Nolley II had 21 points and Lester Quinones had a double-double. Related stories:
Calkins: Memphis shows it can win the NIT – so what would that mean?
When the Memphis Tigers hired Penny Hardaway three years ago, a trip to the NIT was not the goal. But could it be the kick-start the program needs?
For the Tigers to make an NIT run, depth is key
Memphis is 8-0 when at least four players score in double figures. Related story:
Houston wins AAA crown; Johnathan Lawson makes history
Mustangs, in the first basketball championship in school history, take suspense out of the game early against Cane Ridge. Related story: Box score, TSSAA high school boys basketball Class AAA championship: Houston 62, Cane Ridge 43
Heights CDC unveils winning design to inspire developers, save building
The first- and second-place designs adapt the vacant Highland Heights United Methodist Church buildings for residential, commercial and community event space. The third-place winner transforms the space into assisted living for seniors.
$23K from community, businesses assists 86 families with MLGW bills
Memphis Light, Gas and Water’s Gift of Comfort program helped 86 families with their bills in March.
Javion Hamlet turns Memphian grit into North Texas NCAA Tournament moment
The former Whitehaven player can’t be overlooked now after clutch free throws led Mean Green to upset over Purdue.
MAHS can’t sustain fast start, falls to Clay County in Class A title game
Mr. Basketball winner Grant Strong lifts Clay County to state championship. Related story: TSSAA Class A boys basketball championship box score: Clay County 62, MAHS 52
Vaccination eligibility expands as shots administered increase
Greater access through more public sites and pop-up events combined with higher vaccine allotments from the state and declining wait times are three reasons attributed to the changes in recent weeks.
Memphis spring scrimmage notes: Defense off to fast start
Defensive coordinator Mike MacIntyre’s scheme is no longer so foreign; coach Ryan Silverfield is testing his QBs.
Coronavirus: 150 new cases reported, 2 deaths
The Shelby County Health Department reported 150 new coronavirus cases and two additional virus-related deaths Saturday, March 20.
Metro
Trial begins for Memphis doctor over $41M in reimbursement
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar is charged with dozens of medical-related crimes and then billing Medicare and Medicaid to get reimbursed.
State Government State challenges National Guard ruling
City of Memphis Memphis library workers might need to reapply for jobs
Food The AM/DM podcast: The return of Jennifer Chandler
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Sports guys talk Tigers coach; Hattie B’s heads for the ‘burbs
Business
Road improvements could derail The Waters at Bartlett project
The Bartlett Planning Commission endorsed the mixed-use project on the east end of the suburb, despite the developer wanting to avoid improvements at a nearby intersection.
Health Care Trial begins for Memphis doctor over $41M in reimbursement
Premium Real Estate Ask the Memphian: What in the heck is going on with the San Diego Cantina restaurant?
Premium Business New chairman of Greater Memphis Chamber board is ready to ‘be a connector’
Premium Business Kuya restaurant will blend Filipino food, culture and family on South Main
Sports
Silverfield’s exit puts Tigers in tough situation heading into early signing period
Former Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield left the Tigers three days before the NCAA’s early signing period begins. Two former Tigers weigh in on how that might impact the Memphis program.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch when Memphis plays New Orleans
Premium Memphis Tigers Football The next coach at Memphis? We have thoughts.
Downtown The need-to-know for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend
Memphis Tigers Football Five Tigers earn first team all-conference honors
Food
The AM/DM podcast: The return of Jennifer Chandler
Food writer Jennifer Chandler has brought her “Recipe Exchange” back to The Daily Memphian.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Feast & Graze’s hot honey goat dip
Suburbs
Road improvements could derail The Waters at Bartlett project
The Bartlett Planning Commission endorsed the mixed-use project on the east end of the suburb, despite the developer wanting to avoid improvements at a nearby intersection.
Premium Collierville A Collierville farm supply store is changing owners but keeping its roots
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar contender ‘Hamnet’ and a super-sized ‘Kill Bill’
A potential Best Picture winner starring a Best Actress candidate comes to Memphis theaters. Plus, the Paradiso will be participating in a national IMAX “sneak preview” screening.
Visual Arts December exhibitions showcase Memphis via photography, painting
Opinion
Echols: ‘Discovering what we are called to be’
“How can I do this life well? What is it that you can pass on to me so that I will not have to relearn the same lessons at the expense of my own heart, mind, body and relationships?”
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘The moral obligation to extend hospitality to the migrant and the stranger’
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: The return of Jennifer Chandler
Food writer Jennifer Chandler has brought her “Recipe Exchange” back to The Daily Memphian.
Sound Bites Sound Bites: Behind the scenes with The Daily Memphian’s food writer
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 1
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?