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 AM/DM podcast: What Memphians think about the task force
We know how many of Memphis’ elected officials feel about the task force, but what about regular people, just trying to live their lives? What do they think?
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Business TVA moving ahead with natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis
Premium Metro Runners race round-the-clock in the Moccasin 24-Hour Run
Spirit of Memphis Memphis Zoo welcomes critically endangered baby orangutan
Business
TVA moving ahead with natural gas turbines in Southwest Memphis
The turbines TVA plans to construct are intended to be used when the electric grid sees high demand.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Local mission-driven apparel company returns to its roots
Premium Business Collierville gift shop keeps it in the family
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Could Cava come to the Mid-South? And, The Artist Table hosts all-you-can-eat ramen.
Premium Business U of M asking state for $162 million for two projects
Sports
Buckley: Penny Hardaway had portal problems. Some lessons to be learned.
Last offseason didn’t go as planned for coach Penny Hardaway and the Memphis Tigers basketball program. Is it too late to salvage this season as American Conference play is about to begin?
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: With Ja Morant back, the Grizzlies face some big questions
Business Start your engines: Former Memphis Motorsports Park to reopen next year
Sports Tennessee and Illinois set for Music City Bowl with each team missing starters
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis Tigers football portal tracker
Food
What to order: Belle Tavern’s prime rib — but only on Thursdays
Prime rib isn’t having a renaissance moment — and Belle Tavern restaurant offers a Thursday night special that feels intentionally old-school.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Hard Times’ buttermilk-herb ranch
Suburbs
Worth the drive: Hop in the car and give one of these Mid-South restaurants a try
At some point on the way to a good meal, convenience stops mattering and adventure takes the wheel.
Premium North Mississippi DeSoto author debuts ‘Duck and Bubba’ book based on family bonds
Arts & Culture
For Monica Sanchez, Cazateatro is a labor of love
The bilingual theater troupe teaches theater and ballet classes and puts on several shows and major events each year.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Stitching love into every seam: Quilt guild’s pillowcases give Youth Villages children something of their own
Opinion
Opinion: Cardiac arrest doesn’t wait. Neither should MLGW.
“As organizations set goals for the new year, there’s one resolution that belongs at the top of every leadership agenda: be ready to save a life.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: ‘Now we must get serious about second-chance hiring’
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What Memphians think about the task force
We know how many of Memphis’ elected officials feel about the task force, but what about regular people, just trying to live their lives? What do they think?
Metro The AM/DM podcast: 2026 begins
Games
Sudoku: Dec. 29
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?