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
State rep, DA, others advocate for access to juvenile records in setting bail
Several local officials expressed support Saturday for a new state law that will allow judges and judicial commissioners access to at least some juvenile court records in setting bail.
Premium City of Memphis City makes claims about Nichols, family in new court filing
Business
FedEx lays off hundreds across three cities, including Memphis
The cuts this week are likely the result of the company’s massive work to merge its Express, Ground and FedEx Services divisions.
Downtown Downtown Malco Theater to be fenced in with conditions
Sports
Legendary high school basketball coach Terry Tippett is dead at 79
Terry Tippett retired in 2018 after coaching basketball for 48 years with 902 career victories and six state titles at three different schools: Trezevant, White Station and ECS.
High School Sports Friday football report: Houston, Collierville set for Class 6A quarterfinal rematch
Food
Memphian wins 2024 World Food Championship division
Eight Memphians were among the 288 teams competing at this year’s World Food Championships; division winners take home $10,000 and a chance to compete for $150,000 in the spring.
Suburbs
Bailey: A tour around the suburbs
Honors and ground breaking for Buc-cee’s highlight a week of touring around the suburbs for news.
Arts & Culture
Pompeii exhibit gives glimpse into ‘time capsule’
Casts created in hollowed-out spaces of volcanic ash and other artifacts from the frozen city of Pompeii, which was destroyed in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., are on display at Graceland starting this week.
Opinion
Herrington: Warriors a tough matchup for Grizzlies, but also a model
Friday night in San Francisco, the Grizzlies will complete their first West Coast road trip against a team that’s so far had even more success this season with a similar approach: the Golden State Warriors.
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football’s senior day, basketball’s second-half magic
How will this Memphis football season be remembered if the final two regular season games play out in the Tigers’ favor? Can the Tigers’ basketball team continue to pull of their second-half magic? Drew Hill, Frank Bonner II and Parth Upadhyaya discuss.