Memphians commemorate ‘Dolph Day’ with acts of service
In Memphis, and across the nation, people received services such as free meals, winter kits, haircuts and mental health services.
Alleged mastermind in Young Dolph slaying pleads not guilty
On the one-year anniversary of the slaying of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, the newest suspect in the case pleaded not guilty to three charges related to his death.
U of M asks boosters to pay NIL money — or players will be lost
Tigers ask highest-level donors to contribute big bucks to the University of Memphis’ Name, Image and Likeness program.
‘He just struck a gold mine:’ Hardaway’s peers weigh in on his recruiting class
The Daily Memphian asked three college basketball coaches about Hardaway’s recruiting, granting them each anonymity to get their unvarnished thoughts.
Strike at Poplar-Highland Starbucks temporarily closes store
Workers say they are perennially short-staffed and forced to deal with supply shortages and malfunctioning equipment, impeding customer service.
JoJo’s Espresso brings local coffee to Germantown, and honors its namesake
Taylor and Hannah Whiddon know the name of their coffee shop will provoke a question — who’s JoJo? — and it’s one they’re eager to answer.
Harry Zepatos, third-generation owner of The Arcade, dies after long illness
“Harry treated the celebrities just like he treated everyone else, or I guess he treated everyone else like he treated the celebrities. Customers would go to his office to find him to say hello. Everyone loved him.”
$10 Deal: El Mero breakfast tacos at Team Car Café
The sneaky, best place to find breakfast tacos in Memphis is in a coffee shop, inside a high-end bike shop, tucked back behind Germantown Parkway in Cordova.
Calkins: They didn’t grow up in Memphis. They sure made it better.
Andy Branham, Bob Leopold and Dr. Van Snider didn’t grow up in the city. But they rolled up their sleeves and got to work when they arrived. Three men who made Memphis a better, more hopeful place.
Taylor Jenkins: Charles Barkley’s comments on Ja Morant are ‘nonsense’
The TNT television analyst also received pushback for the comments on social media and from the rest of the crew. Grizzlies Insider: A reason for optimism in Memphis’ 3-point defenseRelated story:
New year, new look for defending state champion CBHS
Graduation took a huge chunk out of Bubba Luckett’s champion basketball team. But he believes the 2022-2023 crew is up for the challenge.
The To-Do List: Christmas creep, Reba, and Cory Branan’s album release
This week, Devan Shimoyama discusses his portraits of queer Black men, a Memphis publishing icon signs his first novel and a pop-up offers Thanksgiving dinner without the meat.
Grizzlies Insider: A reason for optimism in Memphis’ 3-point defense
“The biggest takeaway from the last two games for us is the 3-point line,” Danny Green said. “We haven’t guarded it as well as we should have, but also teams have just been shooting it well. It’s a combination of both.”
A $37M fix ends flash flooding on DeSoto County road
The floods carried debris that would block the road, and closures separated schools from their district emergency services.
Carrefour redevelopment returns to Germantown with new plan, new name
The new plan for the property adds 40 luxury condos and also encompasses more of the original site.
No dice: Germantown shops busted for gambling violation
Undercover Germantown police offers found the stores had machines that resemble slot machines.
Memphis International Airport anticipates 80,000 travelers during Thanksgiving holiday period
The expected peak day is Sunday, Nov. 27, with 8,700 travelers expected to pass through the security checkpoint. Other expected peaks include Friday, Nov. 18, and Sunday, Nov. 20.
901 FC coach Ben Pirmann leaving for Charleston
Pirmann, 37, guided Memphis 901 FC to a club-record 66 points and a second-place finish in the Eastern Conference.
Dogwood educator receives ‘Oscar of Teaching’ award
The fifth-grade teacher received the Milken Educator Award on Thursday which includes $25,000 for the winner to use as they choose.
Seniors take pride in defending bowl game streak
The seniors have an extra edge heading into Saturday’s game against North Alabama, with the chance for the Tigers to qualify for their ninth consecutive bowl game.
Sanford: Renaming VA Medical Center for Luke Weathers appropriate honor
“And there is no Memphian, past or present, more deserving of the recognition. Weathers’ story is one of resilience, courage, perseverance and heroism.”
Blue Suede Vintage offers eco conscious clothing
The store gives Casey O’Rourke space to hang decades of her fashion finds — from 1930s to early 2000s — and a place that will be ground zero for her gospel of reuse over support of the fast-fashion industry, which is responsible, by some counts, for up to 10% of global carbon emissions.
TSSAA approves football regions for next two years
Here are the TSSAA high school football regions for the next two seasons, which were approved at the state governing body’s board of control meeting on Thursday.
Metro
Tenn. House advances its version of Memphis school takeover
The measure, narrowed to Memphis-Shelby County Schools, would strip elected school board members of their duties and assign oversight of the district to a board of state-appointed Shelby County residents.
Metro Severe weather coverage: MPD warns against driving during storm
Premium State Government Lawmakers inch toward sales-tax hike to pay for ‘ungodly problem’
City of Memphis MPD asking motorists to stay off roadways during storm
Business
Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
Redbirds Recap: Memphis hammers Buffalo in series’ second game
The Memphis Redbirds took Game 2 of their six-game series with Buffalo, beating the Bisons 15-3 Wednesday at AutoZone Park.
Memphis Grizzlies NBA reportedly examining gestures between Ja Morant, Buddy Hield
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Food
Michelin could recognize a Memphis restaurant in new guide
The new Michelin Guide American South will be the company’s first regional guide in North America. Anonymous Michelin inspectors are already in the field exploring the area.
Suburbs
Southaven expanding animal shelter
As the Southaven community has grown, the need for an expanded facility has become increasingly apparent to both city officials and local animal welfare advocates.
Arts & Culture
Collaborative group shows dominate April art openings in Memphis
April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.
Opinion
Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
The Grizzlies got scorched by Steph Curry (52 points) as the Warriors passed them in the standings. So is there anything to feel good about? Actually, yes!
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
Jigsaw: Birthday paw-ty
This week’s puzzle features a photo from a celebration of local pup celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake.