Next four weeks ‘critical’ as federal vaccine help likely to move on in May
FEMA is expected to pack up and leave May 17, taking 21,000 extra doses of the vaccine with it.
Calkins: For Memphis basketball and the Lawson family, there may be a happy ending
Nearly eight years after K.J. Lawson committed to Memphis, his two younger brothers are headed there, too. It’s an improbable twist in a messy basketball saga. May it end in the NCAA Tournament.
Amazon confirms two new Memphis-area facilities
Amazon confirms plans to build two more facilities in the Memphis area, one in Frayser/Raleigh and the other in Byhalia, Mississippi.
Lawson brothers commit to Memphis
The Memphis Tigers just landed two commitments from Chandler and Johnathan Lawson, according to a tweet from the players’ uncle.
Former Mitchell, U of M standout signs with Cleveland Cavaliers
A former Tiger reportedly has a new home.
Memphis house rakes in awards in fight against climate change
Earth Day honor: Two of the most meaningful awards and certifications in the battle against climate change were announced Thursday for a Harbor Town house.
200 yards of trees below Martyrs Park cut without permission, official says
On a Wednesday afternoon, March 10, someone without permission cut down scores of trees on the publicly owned Mississippi River bank below Martyrs Park, a parks official says.
Breaking down Jaren Jackson Jr.'s return
Jaren Jackson Jr. looked great in his return despite the Memphis loss.
ALSAC buys half-acre from Uptown’s St. Stephen church
ALSAC is further expanding St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s campus at the seam of Uptown and the Pinch District.
Third Unity Walk Against Gun Violence set for Saturday
Leaders behind the walk are enthused by the strong community support during the first two events in Downtown Memphis and Whitehaven.
Taco Bell eyes relocation in Arlington
Taco Bell is relocating in Arlington, part of the changing landscape of convenience food options in the northeast Shelby County community.
Grizzlies Insider: Don’t worry, another opportunity is ahead for the Grizz
The Grizzlies can forget about the Clippers loss with two wins over Portland this weekend.
Coronavirus: 150 new cases, no additional deaths
Shelby County’s reported coronavirus total is now 94,219 cases, including 90,943 inactive cases, 1,676 active cases and 1,600 deaths.
Former Memphis lawyer found guilty in $250K fraud scheme
Former Memphis lawyer George Skouteris Jr. faces a maximum sentence of 30 years and a fine of $1 million and five years supervised release.
Thursday prep report: Houston turns back MUS for 10th straight win
Timely hits help Mustangs improve to 25-3.
Metro
Harris wants to suspend Ford Jr. from making more county grants
Mayor Lee Harris also said he wants to meet with attorneys and other elected officials to see if further steps need to be taken.
Public Safety Memphis gynecologist charged with conducting unnecessary medical procedures
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Business
Memphis gynecologist charged with conducting unnecessary medical procedures
The gynecologist did not tell patients that he was re-using the devices, prosecutors said, and also billed Medicare and Medicaid as if the procedures were necessary.
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Sports
TSSAA approves one-time transfer — with conditions
Monday in Nashville, the TSSAA’s executive council passed a one-time transfer rule for high school athletes.
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Food
What to Order: Who Dat Catfish at Ragin’ Cajun
Ragin Cajun’s Who Dat Catfish combines fried fish and crawfish etouffee to make a dish worthy of Mardi Gras.
Suburbs
Bartlett schools names hitting facility in honor of late Coach Phil Clark
Bartlett City Schools is memorializing the huge impact the late Phil Clark had on the district as its baseball coach and athletic director.
Arts & Culture
New hip-hop record connects Memphis, St. Louis
“This project is a reflection of that shared experience — two cities with so much talent and so much to say. ... Memphis and St. Louis are both places where success doesn’t come easy, but that’s exactly why it’s so worth it.”
Opinion
Echols: Our morning coffee is a funny little mercy
“This Coffee Dance we’re all doing with the way we make our morning joe is the way we wake up, it’s the way we ease into the day. Each of us is quietly declaring our own preferences over and over again, every single time the Earth goes round.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: What is Memphis’ go-to closing lineup?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss which players are making the best case to be part of Memphis’ playoff rotation and closing lineup.
Games
Jigsaw: Puppet Play
This week’s jigsaw features a photo by Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber of students at Arlington Elementary School.