Grizzlies use 43-point third quarter to put away Hawks
Grayson Allen scored 30 points and Jonas Valanciunas recorded another double-double as Memphis won its fourth straight.Related story:
Tigers basketball mailbag: Transfers, a way-too-early lineup and a farewell
One reader wants to know about two Lawson brothers and whether Memphis is eyeing them.
Board approves designs for The Walk and Clayborn Temple, rejects 7 Vance
The Design Review Board approved and heaped praises on the design for the massive Walk on Union mixed-use development. But the board rejected the design for the $43 million 7 Vance Building, saying it might fit in Cordova or the suburbs but not in Downtown’s historic warehouse district.
Military brings precision, discipline to Pipkin vaccinations
Shelby County is one of five counties in the eight-state FEMA Region 4 to have received the federal infusion.
Levitt Shell, River Series to resume live music in May
After missing 2020 due to COVID, two popular spring/summer Memphis concert series are returning next month in altered form.
Plains seeks delay on setback amendment LUCB slated to consider
It might be too late to stop the Byhalia Connection oil pipeline, but Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris is still proposing a setback requirement for any other oil pipelines that might be built in the future.
Bill directed at transferring 3Gs advances in Senate Education Committee
A bill regarding the three Germantown namesake schools that appeared dead when it failed in the state Senate education committee Wednesday, got new life after Sen. Brian Kelsey amended the measure.
Ja Morant avoids injury report, but several Grizzlies still out against Hawks
Morant had left Tuesday’s game against the Heat because of his back.
Table Talk: How long do you eat Easter eggs?
A recap of the week that was, plus a little talk about what’s safe to eat and where you draw the line, particularly when it comes to leftover Easter eggs.
New Alcy Elementary School a ‘long time coming’
SCS held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday for the school, which opened this fall to students from the former Alcy, Magnolia and Charjean elementary schools in South Memphis.
Damaged historical marker at former slave market rededicated Downtown
The marker notes the location of a slave market run by Nathan Bedford Forrest.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Trio of triples puts Northpoint senior in the record books
Anthony Zarlingo becomes the fourth TSSAA player, and second from his school, to hit three triples in one game.
Coronavirus: Second day in a row of fewer than 60 new cases
One new coronavirus-related death was reported Wednesday.
Memphis adds versatile running back from Georgia powerhouse
All-purpose back Sutton Smith is second to commit to Tigers’ class of 2022.
Tigers Football Insider: Defensive back embracing new role
Rodney Owens was one of the top defenders for Memphis last season, essentially coming out of nowhere to emerge as one of the team’s top playmakers.
Opinion: The shooting death of a 4-year-old calls for outrage
The children at Perea are taught that if they come across a gun, they are to “Stop, don’t touch, turn around, tell an adult.” The sad fact is that many of them can already tell the teacher exactly where the guns in their houses are hidden.
Opinion: Vaccines are great; vaccine passports are not
This pandemic has at times warranted the federal and state government assuming emergency powers. Those powers should have been limited in scope and rescinded as quickly as possible.
Lovesac opening first area showroom in Germantown
Lovesac will open its first Mid-South showroom at Shops of Saddle Creek South in Germantown later this month.
Metro
The Early Word: Food pantries hit hard in SNAP crisis; Ja makes the Suns set
ICE fears keep some kids out of school, Bartlett sets new limits for elected leaders and a Downtown sushi spot fuels the Grizzlies.
Education MSCS board unanimously OKs expanded bus service in response to ICE concerns
Premium Public Safety National Guard sparks restaurant boycotts — and support campaigns
Update Elections County Commission votes to put all 9 MSCS board seats on 2026 ballot — again
Business
Inked: Collierville gets a bigger place for A Great Massage
Collierville gets more space for a massage, and a new Germantown headquarters is getting organized.
Financial Services Former Evolve CEO to remain in custody on child porn charges
Premium Real Estate Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time
Premium Real Estate The future is bright for Downtown and Midtown, developers say
Sports
Grizzlies survive Suns comeback with clutch Ja Morant floater
Santi Aldama didn’t hesitate in the final seconds. He located and found the Grizzlies’ closer, Ja Morant.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Feeding the Grizzlies: How a team tradition is supporting one local business
Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch in Memphis’ exhibition game against Auburn
High School Sports Houston works overtime to return to Class AAA final
Food
The AM/DM podcast: Local restaurants and the task force landscape
Restaurants — especially local restaurants — can find themselves in a precarious position when politics come into play, whether restaurateurs want them to or not.
Suburbs
Lindsey Whiteside granted bond, home incarceration for 2nd time
Lindsey Whiteside appeared in U.S. District Court in Oxford, Mississippi, on Tuesday for a decision on bond and incarceration as she awaits trial on federal charges involving sexual battery with a minor.
Arts & Culture
Brooks Museum names new chief curator
The new chief curator organized the exhibition “Master Narrative” by Harmonia Rosales and “Eye is Another” by Memphis artist Tommy Kha, both in 2023.
Opinion
Herrington: Three games in, Cedric Coward is already trying our patience
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward’s weekend breakout game echoes some lofty company. Plus, four other things Chris Herrington liked from the Grizzlies last week.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Local restaurants and the task force landscape
Restaurants — especially local restaurants — can find themselves in a precarious position when politics come into play, whether restaurateurs want them to or not.