Grizzlies fall behind early, fade in loss to Utah
The Grizzlies couldn’t repeat their thrilling Friday performance, making just nine 3-pointers as the Jazz had 19.
Box score: Jazz 126, Grizzlies 110
March 27, 2021: Jazz 126, Grizzlies 110Related story:
Calkins: ‘Fire and heart’ lift Memphis Tigers into NIT championship game
The Tigers, like so many other teams, could have opted out of the NIT. It is to their immense credit that they instead opted all the way in.
NIT semifinals: Memphis blows by Colorado State, 90-67
Tigers’ offense breaks out, led by Landers Nolley II and DeAndre Williams. Related story:Box score: Memphis 90, Colorado State 67
Box score: Memphis 90, Colorado State 67
March 27, 2021: Memphis 90, Colorado State 67 Related story:NIT semifinals: Memphis blows by Colorado State, 90-67
Shelby County surpasses state in vaccination rate
The surge in vaccines administered means about 21.2% of Shelby County residents have received at least one shot. That exceeds the overall state population (20.8%), a notable change from the when the county initially lagged behind Tennessee.
Coronavirus: More than 100 new cases, 2 deaths
At least 195,985 people in Shelby County have received one COVID-19 vaccine dose; 91,328 people have received two vaccine doses. A total of 287,313 doses have been administered in Shelby County.
National title solidifies MHEA boys’ place on local high school scene
Toss the preconceived notions aside: The Eagles, a home-school team without a true home court, beat TSSAA final four teams MAHS and Collierville in the regular season.
City cancels vaccinations Saturday due to severe weather
Strong to severe storms are possible Saturday afternoon into early Sunday morning across the entire Mid-South area.
Memphis’ KangaZoo is now open
The Memphis Zoo now has red kangaroos in its KangaZoo. The exhibit is open until Oct. 31.
Rising fuel prices drive up airline, shipping costs
Increases aren’t just a pain in the neck for motorists. They present challenges for transportation, shipping and logistics businesses in and around Memphis.
Shift in Shelby County reappraisals would be first in the state
Property appraisal expert discusses how the proposal to move to reappraisals every two years instead of every four years would set a precedent for other major cities.
Nearly $60 million in new projects ongoing in Frayser
Nearly $60 million in development projects are at various stages of completion in Frayser addressing neighborhood issues such as early childhood education, recreational activities and affordable housing.
Calkins: How Memphis (elevation 338 feet) became the unlikely center of the climbing world
Not long ago, Memphis was the biggest city in the country without a climbing gym. This weekend, it is the unlikely host of the United States Climbing team trials.
Legislative efforts seek to disconnect voting rights, child support
Efforts are afoot to remove or ease a Tennessee requirement that child support payments be current in order to vote.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: School’s out for summer; Bartlett talks Union Depot
Also happening this week: The city’s new arts office wants to hear from local artists about how it can help them thrive.
Shelby County County Commission moves into budget season
Premium Spirit of Memphis Golf tournament might hit $1M in donations to Make-a-Wish this year
Metro Political Roundup: ‘Some of these devils want me to be gone,’ Ford Jr. said
Business
Launched in a pandemic, ZüpMed offers a different kind of medicine
Now the cash-based, concierge-style medical practice has a waiting list for memberships and is doubling its space at Laurelwood Shopping Center.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Golf tournament might hit $1M in donations to Make-a-Wish this year
Premium Midtown From diagnosis to dessert: Jacques Louise brings gluten-free baking to Midtown
Real Estate Home sales dropped, but housing officials expect hot summer market
Sports
Spring Fling 2025: Storylines by the numbers
Here are the stories behind the stats for the teams and individuals from the Shelby-Metro area taking part in Spring Fling.
Premium South Memphis Buckley: In 1975, LeMoyne-Owen won it all. Too few in Memphis remember.
High School Sports Spring Fling 2025: Complete list of local qualifiers
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: ’Birds manager ties franchise wins record with win
Food
Right on ’cue: Barbecue winners take home trophies, cash
Grand prize winners, along with a slew of other awards, were announced of SmokeSlam at Tom Lee Park, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest at Liberty Park.
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
Narcisse: Hope is not faring well these days
“I don’t think hope is what we need in Memphis right now. I don’t even think a disciplined hope is the answer. Rather we need hope joined to action and plain old stubbornness. We need courage.”
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
Sudoku: May 18
The Daily Memphian now offers readers all four sudoku-puzzle difficulty levels every day.