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
Immersive museum on Mud Island sets new May opening date
Following some water damage delays, Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time has now scheduled an opening date for the first phase of the three-part project.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Take a break and wear green
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Does Regional One need a redo? Plus: Back to Frayser
Metro Memphis escapes severe wind damage, but freezing temps are on the way
Premium Health Care Does Memphis need a new Regional One hospital? For some, the answer is a resounding yes.
Business
South Korean manufacturer moves forward with next phase of $157 million Memphis expansion
Hyosung HICO launches “Project Innovation East” as the next phase of its U.S. headquarters expansion in South Memphis.
Premium Business Back in the flow: Son of former Palladio owners is making a splash
Premium Health Care Critics urge caution before biting off nearly $1 billion Regional One project
Premium Health Care Does Memphis need a new Regional One hospital? For some, the answer is a resounding yes.
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Sports
Calkins: Penny Hardaway is back. It will take real change — from him — to bring back Memphis basketball.
“Penny Hardaway is returning as Memphis coach. How can he fix things? He can start by accepting that the disaster that was this past season wasn’t some ‘one-off.’”
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Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers will bring Penny Hardaway back for ninth season
Memphis Tigers Basketball Three Memphis assistant basketball coaches not returning next season
Premium Spirit of Memphis Calkins: The Medicine Man used to rally Memphis fans. Now his old friends are rallying to help him.
Food
From crops to cattle, erratic weather is disrupting how Tennessee farms do business
At best, shifting weather patterns mean adjusting planting or grazing schedules. At worst, it means moving animals back indoors, delaying harvests or watching crops fail.
Food News Jittery from java? That’s that Grind City Coffee Xpo.
Suburbs
Something stinks in Germantown — and it’s higher waste pickup fees
Germantown is reviewing a sanitation contract, but prices will significantly increase due to inflation rates in the industry. A city administrator said Waste Pro has provided “Rolls-Royce-type” service.
North Mississippi Mississippi Senate advance of phased teacher pay raise gets mixed reviews
Arts & Culture
Immersive museum on Mud Island sets new May opening date
Following some water damage delays, Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time has now scheduled an opening date for the first phase of the three-part project.
Premium Arts & Culture From kites to colors: 3 ways to celebrate Holi in Memphis
Opinion
Calkins: Penny Hardaway is back. It will take real change — from him — to bring back Memphis basketball.
“Penny Hardaway is returning as Memphis coach. How can he fix things? He can start by accepting that the disaster that was this past season wasn’t some ‘one-off.’”
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Grizzlies notes on injuries, expansion and draft scouting
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Take a break and wear green
It’s spring break week for area public school students (except for the University Schools district), which means the airport may be busy but the roads probably won’t be.
Behind The Headlines Spring sprung early — and with it, so does heightened Downtown security
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Model trains
Today’s puzzle is of model trains and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.