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
Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
SpaceXAI continues to grow in Southaven as do its debts. Another lien has been filed against the AI giant.
Elections Midterm campaigns turn to numbers as early voting begins
Premium Public Safety No end in sight for Memphis Safe Task Force
Spirit of Memphis Booker T. Washington High celebrates 100 years
Education Opinion: ‘Memphis needs more pathways to opportunity. CBU is one of them.’
Business
Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
SpaceXAI continues to grow in Southaven as do its debts. Another lien has been filed against the AI giant.
Business Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
Premium Health Care VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
Premium Real Estate New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing
Premium Real Estate Former DeSoto County, Memphis developer arrested
Sports
Tigers struggle at Tulane: ‘Where we’re trying to go, we can’t have games like this’
The Memphis offense picked the wrong night to have its worst performance of the season.
Sports Trinidad Chambliss accounts for 4 touchdowns as Ole Miss beats Missouri
Sports Tennessee hands Alabama second straight loss, 26-10
Memphis Grizzlies 10 things we learned from Memphis Grizzlies preseason
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: Tulane taps the brakes on Memphis football’s conference title hopes
Food
Recipe Exchange: Tsunami’s pork and lemongrass meatballs
At Tsunami, the pork and lemongrass meatballs appeared on the menu as an appetizer. They also found their way onto a “secret” menu, thanks to an unexpected request.
Premium North Mississippi Food Files: Egg-sandwich pop-up opens in permanent Southaven space
Suburbs
Three homeowners have sold to SpaceXAI, DeSoto records show
SpaceXAI continues to grow in Southaven as do its debts. Another lien has been filed against the AI giant.
Premium Health Care VA cuts ribbon on new Millington clinic
Arts & Culture
UFO dresses, flying-monkey wings and a killer’s jacket? Playhouse costume sale has it all.
Playhouse on the Square held its annual clothing and prop sale Saturday. Shoppers included the owner of a new costume shop at the site of the old Mr. Lincoln’s in Overton Square.
Business Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis could become a spring break destination for LGBTQ families
“What if we made a concerted effort to welcome LGBTQ families from across the country? It’s an opportunity worth pursuing, particularly as Memphis faces challenges to some of its traditional tourism draws.”
Opinion Opinion: Financial literacy isn’t optional. Getting it right shouldn’t be either.
Podcasts
Midterm campaigns turn to numbers as early voting begins
The mix of early voting and campaigns watching the turnout while trying to mobilize their voters and partisans is the main topic of conversation on “Behind The Headlines.”
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions
Games
Daily Jigsaw: The Battle for the Bones
Today’s puzzle features Memphis Tigers tight end Hunter Tipton (0) jumping for a touchdown against the UAB Blazers during the Battle for the Bones. Wes Hale took the photo.