Nuggets outduel Grizzlies in double overtime
Ja Morant and Nikola Jokic put on a show, but it was Denver that escaped with a double-overtime win. Related story:
Calkins: How DeAndre Williams became the new face of the Penny Hardaway Era (and why that’s a good thing)
If Penny Hardaway gets Memphis to the NCAA Tournament next season, he won’t do it with a glittering collection of one-and-dones. He’ll do it with players like Williams, who don’t need all of the smoke.
Incoming class reflects Penny Hardaway’s growth as recruiter
The five signees, officially announced Monday, are part of Hardaway’s plan to “get over the hump.”
SCS’ ‘Reimagine 901’ plan includes new builds, school closures
Superintendent Joris Ray’s proposed plan will include two school closures, five new buildings, improvements or expansions to 13 existing schools and a substantial investment in deferred building maintenance.
Memphis names first female police chief
Cerelyn ‘C.J.’ Davis, chief of police in Durham, North Carolina, has been named to head the Memphis Police Department, becoming the first woman to lead the agency in its 194-year history.
Kelsey drops amendment regarding Germantown legacy schools
Sen. Brian Kelsey, R-Germantown, withdrew an amendment regarding ownership and operations by Shelby County Schools of three schools bearing the Germantown name. He said negotiations seem to have begun.
Six questions (and thoughts) ahead of Jaren Jackson Jr.'s return
When Jaren Jackson Jr. comes back, Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins will have some tough decisions to make.
U of M announces search committee for new president
Sixteen-person team represents U of M board of trustees, faculty, staff, students, alumni and public.
Villa Castrioti to expand, open second location in The Lake District
Villa Castrioti has inked a deal to open a second location in The Lake District and plans to expand its Cordova restaurant to enlarge the bar area.
Former Memphis forward D.J. Jeffries commits to Mississippi State
The former Tigers forward has found a new, yet familiar home.
Andre Turner’s second act paved way for new job at Lane
After going from Mitchell High to the University of Memphis to professional basketball and back to Mitchell, Andre Turner is ready to take on a rebuild of the team at Lane College.
Memphis women’s soccer receives third straight NCAA Tournament bid
The 48-team tournament will be held entirely in Cary, North Carolina, and the surrounding region.
Coronavirus: More than 150 new cases reported
The 152 cases come from 1,967 tests, giving the day a positivity rate of 7.7%.
Jaren Jackson Jr. upgraded to doubtful; Jonas Valanciunas out
There were several major updates to the Memphis injury report prior to Monday’s game vs. Denver.
Grizzlies Insider: Road Warriors
The Memphis Grizzlies have a new nickname: The Road Warriors. “I don’t know who started it, but it’s something that’s said a lot, that’s for sure,” Desmond Bane said. “I don’t mind it, I kind of like it.”
Southwest opening Frayser COVID-19 vaccine site
According to Shelby County Health Department, ZIP code 38127 has among the highest coronavirus cases rates in the county, has produced more variant cases than any other ZIP code in the county per 100,000 and is one of the least-vaccinated areas in the county.
Kyle Anderson is finally healthy and ready to shake an old label
The Grizzlies forward goes into detail about fatherhood, his “SlowMo” nickname, his shoulder injury and the most productive season of his career.
Activists saved Overton Park; now they just may stop a pipeline
Two women are leading the effort to stop Byhalia Pipeline from running its crude oil through South Memphis neighborhoods. The fight is reminiscent of the battle won decades ago by women who stopped a freeway from running through Overton Park.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: City budget hearings, Le Bonheur expansion opens
Also happening this week: Shelby County Commissioners begin budget talks, and Tom Lee Park reopens temporarily.
Premium Shelby County Shelby County Commission to vote on pay raises for County Clerk’s office
Business
Inked: Centennial Place for sale, Clark Tower and Trinity Ridge have new tenants
Centennial Place Shopping Center is up for sale, Trinity Ridge Business Center and Clark Tower have new tenants and Mi Escuelita doubles its space.
Ford Megasite As plant opening nears, Ford Philanthropy hones in on West Tennessee communities
Sports
Former ECS star makes MLB history with two home runs in same inning
Brent Rooker, who lives in Germantown during the MLB offseason, is the 60th player in major league history to homer twice in an inning. The last A’s player to do it was Mark McGwire in 1996.
Premium Sports Birmingham Stallions hand Memphis Showboats their fifth loss
Food
$10 Deal: Belltower’s chicken sando
It might sound boring to spend too much time talking up a chicken sandwich, but Belltower’s is a sleeper hit.
Suburbs
Former ECS star makes MLB history with two home runs in same inning
Brent Rooker, who lives in Germantown during the MLB offseason, is the 60th player in major league history to homer twice in an inning. The last A’s player to do it was Mark McGwire in 1996.
Arts & Culture
Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean bring rare Fugees’ reunion to Riverbeat Fest
The circuitous journey of the Fugees, a landmark 1990s’ New York hip-hop trio, landed them on the banks of the Mississippi River, at Memphis’ first Riverbeat Music Festival, on Saturday night.
Opinion
Morris: Caring for the uninsured requires the whole health care system
“According to the latest statistics, Memphis’s population is 621,000, and 16.5% are uninsured, meaning 102,000 are affected.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Quizzing Daily Memphian staffers, part three
Here’s part three of asking Daily Memphian staffers their food hot takes, date night ideas, lunch plans and more. Digital desk manager Elle Perry, digital producer Nick Lingerfelt and reporter Sophia Surrett are in the hot seat.