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
Chaz Molder backs data center pauses in campaign for Congress
The Democratic nominee in the 5th Congressional District and outgoing Mayor of Columbia, Tennessee, talked about a wide range of issues on “Behind The Headlines.”
Premium Lakeland Lakeland evaluates its Flock-camera usage
Public Safety Memphis orgs rally to support families affected by ICE raid
Public Safety Task Force agent’s bullet killed Memphis man in May, autopsy reveals
Metro Freedom Award honorees include Fred Gray, Nneka Ogwumike
Business
Downtown exterior refreshes and new apartment complex to go before board
The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will review three projects at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Premium Business Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx Freight leader fired
Premium Real Estate In-N-Out Burger targets second site
Premium Real Estate Visible Music College building bought
Sports
Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
Houston’s late two-point conversion pass was unsuccessful as the No. 1 Jaguars win their 19th straight regular-season game.
High School Sports Nate Brick, special teams lead CBHS to victory
High School Sports Friday prep report: Briarcrest roars past Nashville Ensworth
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis football moving closer to capacity crowd for Saturday home opener
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis vs. Arkansas State: What to know before Tigers’ home opener
Food
Recipe Exchange: Rawgirls founders’ lentil soup
The original Rawgirls have a new cookbook of 10 soup recipes, several of which echo dishes they once served at their former food truck and cafe.
Premium Business Food Files: Food-truck operator to open in former Crazy Coop space
Suburbs
Lakeland evaluates its Flock-camera usage
Flock cameras have come under criticism for misuse of the technology and questions about privacy, but a law enforcement official said they have benefited Lakeland.
High School Sports Southwind hangs on to defeat Houston and stay unbeaten
Arts & Culture
Calkins: It’s not just a new museum. It’s the story of a father, a son — and a silver bowl for M&Ms.
The Metal Museum takes the wraps off its move to Overton Park this weekend. For one Memphis family, the celebration will be deeply personal.
Premium Business Sneak a peek at Satellite Music Hall’s food, lounge and stage
Opinion
Opinion: ‘Ain’t gonna let nobody … turn my Grizzlies around’
“I’m tired of conspiracy theories about moving the Grizzlies out of Memphis. Not from any true insider have I heard that the intention is to move our team anywhere, especially to Nashville. Wrong sport.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Tennessee has never waited for history to happen
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Meddlesome’s approach to Memphis water concerns and a changing brewery scene
Ben Pugh of Meddlesome Brewing joined Holly Whitfield to t
Behind The Headlines Meals on Wheels turns 50 as MIFA’s ‘flagship’ program
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Inside Lucy Elementary
Today’s puzzle features a mural inside Lucy Elementary School. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.