State Dept. of Health simplifies booster eligibility
If federal guidance on who needs a booster shot seems complicated and long, the state commissioner of health shortens it to two words: “should” and “may.”
County’s legal bills more than $341,000 as reported COVID conditions strain 201 Poplar
The county is paying an average of $34,000 per month to a Jackson, Tennessee, law firm to represent Sheriff Floyd Bonner in a federal lawsuit.
Jury to begin deliberations in Katrina Robinson trial
The jury in state Sen. Katrina Robinson’s trial, where she is accused of wire fraud ,will deliberate on Thursday. If convicted of the charges, Robinson faces up to 20 years in prison.
Anti-vaxxers hold ‘Freedom Rally’ in Civic Center Plaza
An anti-vax “Freedom Rally” Downtown Wednesday drew several dozen people including a candidate for Tennessee governor and two congressional candidates.
Two for two: Memphis has to prep for two-quarterback offense again
The Tigers have faced it before, and Jacobi Francis isn’t overly concerned about having to do it again, this time against Temple.
Listen to DM beat writers discuss football’s recent loss, basketball’s first official practice
Memphis football beat writer Frank Bonner II and basketball beat writer Steven Johnson discuss the Tigers first loss last week and what to expect from their first conference game at Temple.
Listen to ‘The ‘Vous’ filmmakers, Rendezvous co-owner John Vergos talk about documentary
“The ‘Vous” is still months away from release, but it was submitted for consideration for the Sundance festival this week; the filmmakers talk about it on Sound Bites.
Herrington: With Dillon Brooks, Kyle Anderson, maybe the Grizzlies have found what they’re looking for
All of the NBA wants two-way wings, midsized players who can affect both ends of the floor. The Grizzlies are among the teams hunting for these players. But in Brooks and Anderson, they might already have one of the league’s best such combos.
Grizz, Tigers fans react to FedExForum vaccination policy
Basketball fans have mixed feelings about the new FedExForum vaccination policy.
U of M not planning to offer refunds to fans not compliant with new FedExForum guidelines
FedExForum announced it will allow fans to use CLEAR Health Pass with uploaded proof for faster entry.
Calkins: Penny Hardaway, Memphis Tigers are ‘going to be great’
The Memphis Tigers basketball team had its traditional open practice for the Rebounders on Tuesday. And after taking it all in, let me just say: Holy smokes!
Grizzlies shooting guards won’t be backing away from healthy camp competition
De’Anthony Melton and Desmond Bane are friends. But in training camp, they figure to be consistent competitors.
AutoZone holds first large event at Renasant Convention Center since renovation
AutoZone’s annual national sales meeting earlier this week became the first large event to be held at the newly renovated Renasant Convention Center.
Friday football preview: Region 8-6A unbeatens collide at Germantown
Red Devils host Collierville in key matchup.
Multinational investment company buys Memphis-based broker
“What a great time it is to be doing business in West Tennessee,” said Phillip Rogers with Stifel.
Highland by Treadwell Middle gets up to $25K from Bloomberg Philanthropies
Highland Avenue by Treadwell Middle School, north of Sam Cooper Parkway, will become more pedestrian and bicycle friendly with a grant of up to $25,000 from Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Emoni Bates signs with Roc Nation for NIL representation
Raymond Brothers of Roc Nation will help the budding Memphis star navigate the name, image and likeness landscape.
Coronavirus: Shelby County averaging 312 new cases per day
There are 3,855 reported active coronavirus cases, 1,267 — or 33% — of them pediatric.
Tigers Football Insider: When could kicker David Kemp return?
David Kemp has been dealing with an injury that has left him sidelined for the first four games of the season.
FedExForum to require vaccination or negative test for Grizzlies, Tigers games
Unvaccinated fans will have to provide a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours to attend Grizzlies and Tigers games this season.
Metro
Voting-rights bill passes Tennessee Senate committee
SB0336, sponsored by state Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, would remove the requirements for persons convicted of certain felonies to have fully paid all court costs associated with their crime to be eligible to vote.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Richmond plans to revamp MSCS, and a Guru goes to jail
Metro Tennessee Valley Authority appoints a new CEO
Premium Education How MSCS’ interim leader wants to change the district
Business
FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
The company is closing a site in Lebanon, Tennessee, as it is ceasing service to a key customer.
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
Premium Bartlett Building relationships key at annual Bartlett business expo
Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can’t hide from magnitude of Warriors game
The Memphis Grizzlies have a standings board that hangs outside the exit of the locker room. It’s a reminder of how important Tuesday’s game has become.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers Basketball Insider: Hardaway’s NBA connection aids recruiting
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers to cut capacity at FedExForum — and add sales tax
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies’ latest loss sets up ‘huge’ game against Golden State
Food
Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
The owner of a popular Memphis wing restaurant chain has been indicted for theft and tax fraud, local court records show.
Suburbs
Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
Arts & Culture
‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated content:
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: April 1
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.