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
County Commission moves into budget season
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris has proposed a property tax rate for the new fiscal year that starts July 1 but the commission may leave the ordinance setting the new tax rate blank for now.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Golf tournament might hit $1M in donations to Make-a-Wish this year
Metro Political Roundup: ‘Some of these devils want me to be gone,’ Ford Jr. said
Premium City of Memphis Hill: Nike EYBL shows what Memphis Sports and Events Center can do
Business
Launched in a pandemic, ZüpMed offers a different kind of medicine
Now the cash-based, concierge-style medical practice has a waiting list for memberships and is doubling its space at Laurelwood Shopping Center.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Golf tournament might hit $1M in donations to Make-a-Wish this year
Premium Midtown From diagnosis to dessert: Jacques Louise brings gluten-free baking to Midtown
Real Estate Home sales dropped, but housing officials expect hot summer market
Sports
Buckley: In 1975, LeMoyne-Owen won it all. Too few in Memphis remember.
Fifty years ago, a team of Magicians now largely forgotten won the only college basketball national championship Memphis has ever known.
Premium City of Memphis Hill: Nike EYBL shows what Memphis Sports and Events Center can do
Premium Sports Redbirds recap: Memphis loses to Nashville
Premium Spirit of Memphis Golf tournament might hit $1M in donations to Make-a-Wish this year
Food
Right on ’cue: Barbecue winners take home trophies, cash
Grand prize winners, along with a slew of other awards, were announced of SmokeSlam at Tom Lee Park, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest at Liberty Park.
Suburbs
Southaven’s mixed-use districts reshape city
With attractions such as Snowden Grove, Top of the Sipp and Silo Square, Southaven is drawing visitors while providing interests for local residents.
Arts & Culture
Feeling a certain ennui about life? Have you tried mahjong?
The Chinese tile game is social, strategic and good for one’s cognitive ability. It’s also becoming increasingly popular.
Opinion
Narcisse: Hope is not faring well these days
“I don’t think hope is what we need in Memphis right now. I don’t even think a disciplined hope is the answer. Rather we need hope joined to action and plain old stubbornness. We need courage.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Bari’s ‘Bacchus’ on drink trends, digestifs and Memphis gin
With 20 years behind the bar, Hunter Coleman’s had the time to break down the art and the science of craft cocktails.
Games
Sudoku: May 18
The Daily Memphian now offers readers all four sudoku-puzzle difficulty levels every day.