For John Konchar’s most devoted fan, Friday’s game mattered
Eight Grizzlies rested against the Kings; all the better for one 18-year-old with a very specific Twitter page.
Box score: Grizzlies 107, Kings 106
May 14, 2021: The Grizzlies defeated the Sacramento Kings at FedExForum, 107-106.
Mask mandate lifted for fully vaccinated in Shelby County
New rule goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, May 15.
Arkansas confirms bridge may have been damaged since 2019
Drone footage shows the Hernando DeSoto Bridge may have been damaged since 2019.
State concludes health department needs more training, better chain of command
A Tennessee Department of Health report on Shelby County vaccine distribution problems recommends more training and establishing a clear chain of command but concluded no one needs to get revaccinated.
Barbecue fest live stream: Shoulder and whole hog winners
Jennifer Biggs provides live coverage of the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
Teams of Barbecue: Hog Wild-Competition Team
Ernie Mellor leads Hog Wild-Competition Team, which he started in in 1994 after competing with another team before that.
Rendezvous ribs delivered to stalled barges before river traffic resumed
Before they left, barges stuck on either side of the Hernando DeSoto Bridge received a delivery of Rendezvous ribs to see them on their way.
Mississippi River reopens to boat and barge traffic
The Mississippi River reopened to boat and barge traffic this morning, the United States Coast Guard said Friday, May 14.
3 new projects emerge, totaling $62M in investments, 200-plus jobs
Walgreens plans a new distribution center in Memphis with 200 jobs. Ampro plans a $30 million expansion in Frayser. And an old shopping center with a huge presence in the Heights neighborhood may be renovated.
FedEx, Wright Medical seek waiver for tax-incentive obligations
Companies receiving tax incentives from the EDGE Board are supposed to meet their commitments for the number of employees coming to the workplace. But because so many employees worked from home during the pandemic last year, some companies are seeking a waiver.
New program offers array of help to Downtown retailers
The Downtown Retailer Rx program will offer expert guidance and $1,000 to $5,000 grants to help Downtown’s businesses rebound from the pandemic.
Coach: 901 FC will bring its hard hats to the pitch this year
First-year head coach likes team’s work ethic in advance of Saturday’s season opener in Birmingham.
Herrington: Season MVPs Valanciunas, Brooks bring throwback style to ‘next gen’ Grizz
The big man and the tenacious defender have proven undeniable worth and effectiveness this season.
Academy prospect with local ties and two loanees join 901 FC
Tycho Collins, the team’s first academy signing, has had trials in England, the Netherlands and China.
About Town: Film lot, new Y could create economic spark in Whitehaven
A proposed 85-acre film lot and new YMCA are two ongoing projects in Whitehaven – though each are on significantly different timelines.
Central Station, The Commonwealth earn historic honors
The adaptive reuse and preservation of two historic, Downtown buildings have received recognition by the Tennessee Historical Commission.
Coronavirus: More than 150 new cases reported
The Shelby County Health Department reported 159 new coronavirus cases and two new deaths.
Metro
Ask the Memphian: Who was Monk?
An unlikely local celebrity, Anthony “Monk” Cassata was known by thousands, and he spent decades walking the streets of Memphis with a heavy cane, big car, orange cap and multiple coats.
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Metro This Week in Memphis: School’s out, and redistricting is back in court
State Government Law firm that helped reverse affirmative action may aid TN in defending new congressional maps
Business
‘A changing of the guard in Midtown:’ Cooper-Young landmark sells
An anonymous local company bought a highly visible retail property in Cooper-Young with plans for an Asian restaurant in the former Alchemy space.
Premium Real Estate New artist lounge will help Overton Park Shell preserve its past — and plan for the next 90 years
Premium Transportation & Logistics ‘An existential threat’: Supreme Court ruling on freight brokers could impact smaller operations
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish golf tournament tees off its 16th year with new name
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Sports
Grizzlies Draft intel: Which potential second-round picks has Memphis interviewed?
The Grizzlies have had success in the second round of the NBA draft in recent years. Will that trend continue with pick No. 32? Grizzlies Draft intel: Who has Memphis interviewed and worked out? NBA Draft Combine notebook: Cameron Boozer, Caleb Wilson share the floor NBA Draft Combine notebook: Cameron Boozer measures up, mock drafts point his wayRelated content:
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Sports Tigers beat Charlotte, clinch berth in American Conference Tournament
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Food
Memphis in May: Contestants’ stomachs grumble from the Rib Rumble
For Dude Wipe’s rib-eating contest, four contestants were lined up in front of tin dishes filled with 5 pounds of ribs and an extra pour of Cattleman’s BBQ Sauce.
Arts & Culture Memphis in May: Scenes from Ms. Piggie Idol
Suburbs
Bartlett approves first reading of $189M budget
Bartlett’s property tax rate could remain unchanged.
Update North Mississippi Mississippi state rep. arrested in Hernando
Arts & Culture
Kooky, crazy and eclectic: ‘Imagination runs wild’ at the Mary Sims exhibition
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens pieced together a retrospective of Mary Sims, who, despite having sold works to celebrities like Jane Fonda and Burt Reynolds, remains mostly a local treasure. For now.
Premium Music Arts Beat: Ira Sachs film to premiere at Cannes; Earth, Wind & Fire doc to open Tribeca
Opinion
Opinion: With redistricting, ‘Memphis is defined by the people who stay and fight for it’
“Memphis has never been defined by the people who pass through it or pass judgment on it.”
Premium Opinion Opinion: When government leaders sling around terms like pharisee, it feeds antisemitism
Podcasts
The fast track to the August state and federal primary elections
The quick shift from the May elections to the August elections is the main topic of discussion on this week’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Remembering Brandon Clarke; NBA Combine notes
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Spinderella beat
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of Spinderella performing at the Riverbeat Music Festival and was taken by Mark Weber.