Grizzlies frustrated, two ejected in loss to Timberwolves
The Grizzlies’ 27 turnovers were the most by the team since Nov. 3, 2007. Ja Morant and Dillon Brooks were ejected in the loss. Related story:
Memphis routs North Alabama in tune-up game for Tigers
Memphis cruised to a 87-68 win over North Alabama on Wednesday night at FedExForum in a game that was more a dress rehearsal than anything else. How Keonté Kennedy can help the Tigers become a Top 25 team Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya and Martin on value of Damaria Franklin, moreRelated stories:
In push to legalize marijuana, could Tennessee be the ‘last state standing?’
Even with growing support among Tennesseans and state leaders, medical and recreational legalization still face a long legislative process.
MSCS asks for funding for new high school
The district asked commissioners to consider partnering with them as it faces the possibility of losing ownership of four of its schools, including Germantown High School.
Shelby County Health Department gets $14M, ‘game-changer’ grant from CDC
The funding is part of the CDC’s $3.2 billion investment in local and state awards to strengthen public health infrastructure across the nation.
Victims accuse city officials of ‘pattern of false statements’ in rape kit lawsuit
In a legal twist in Memphis’ rape kit lawsuit, victims cite new evidence about DNA testing that could have been used to solve sexual assaults by strangers.
New 901 FC coach aims to put own stamp on club
A strong returning roster and club’s vision for the future attracted the former Newcastle player Stephen Glass to coach Memphis 901 FC.
Former Memphis football coach Chuck Stobart dies at 90
“He had a lot of belief in a lot of young men,” Greg Stobart said of his dad Chuck, who coached at Memphis from 1989-1994. “Tried to make them better people and give them structure like all good coaches and mentors do.”
House votes to avert rail strike, impose deal on unions
The House passed a bill Wednesday that would bind companies and workers to a proposed settlement reached in September that failed to gain the support of all 12 unions involved.
Five Memphis-area concerts to attend this December
Coming to a stage near you this month: A legendary Motown band, an Orange Mound-born rapper with national acclaim and a three-time Grammy Award-winning a cappella crew.
Table Talk: A milestone birthday and the gift of sound advice
On a milestone birthday, Jennifer Biggs has more than restaurant recommendations to impart. Plus, plenty of food news.
Inked: Hyatt merges with Dream Hotel
This week’s Inked shares news on the Hyatt and Dream Hotel merger, new Inked Memphis location and two historic Memphis locations seeking National Register of Historic Places nominations.
Tigers Football Insider: Quindell Johnson and Chris Howard named All-AAC First Team
Six Tigers earned all-conference honors on Wednesday.
Germantown retail center to preserve church’s history as ‘The Congregation’
Members of “The Congregation” will include a local coffee shop and two other tenants at Forest Hill Baptist Church’s former location.
Region 8-2A football team announced
Standouts from Fairley, Freedom Prep, Hillcrest, KIPP, Manassas, Mitchell, MLK Prep and Oakhaven honored by the league’s coaches.
Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya and Martin on value of Damaria Franklin, more
The Daily Memphian’s Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin bandy about the most intriguing questions surrounding the Memphis Tigers as of late.
The Daily Memphian hosts commercial real estate seminar
Four industry executives will be featured at the Commercial Real Estate: Review and Forecast Seminar at the Memphis Botanic Garden on Thursday, Dec. 1.
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
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Memphis played better, which is why loss to Warriors stings
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.