Calkins: A ‘legendary’ night for Alex Lomax and Memphis
Alex Lomax called it a “legendary” night. It was, at the very least, emphatic. Exactly 364 days after losing to Ole Miss in chaotic fashion, the Memphis Tigers exacted their revenge, 68-57.
Alex Lomax called it a “legendary” night. It was, at the very least, emphatic. Exactly 364 days after losing to Ole Miss in chaotic fashion, the Memphis Tigers exacted their revenge, 68-57.
It was all about the win. But the Tigers big was just three assists shy of delivering a triple double in the victory over the Rebels.
Memphis built a 22-point lead in the first 12 minutes, and after an Ole Miss comeback, the Tigers hung on for the 11-point win at FedExForum.Related stories:
But cold shooting hurt Cordova. The champions at least week’s MLK Classic dropped to 6-2 with a 53-43 loss to McDonough High from Atlanta.
More than 20,000 participants from all 50 states and 75 countries crowded the streets of Downtown Memphis for one of the biggest fundraising events of the year in the fight against childhood cancer.
Morant was fined for his actions in the fourth quarter of the Grizzlies' 109-101 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Nov. 30 at Target Center.
Memphis Depay led the Netherlands team in their win over the United States at the World Cup.
Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers goes there when asked about Memphis Grizzlies star guard’s game.
On “Behind the Headlines,” the incoming president and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber Ted Townsend called it a “vast change” from being a magnet for logistics and distribution.
Joel Embiid and Ja Morant finished second and seventh, respectively, in last season’s MVP race, and they both were in rare form, and against notable, novel opposition. Related stories:
An examination, conducted by the Institute for Public Service Reporting at the University of Memphis, found the district likely had overspent millions of federal dollars on HVAC upgrades that benefited one company in particular.
“Support Chris Reyes and his quest for a two-year lease of 15,000 square feet inside the Coliseum so he can expand and build his incredible interactive playground.”
This version of The Daily Memphian’s recipe exchange is packing two punches.
Here’s how the city’s representatives in Washington D.C. voted on the two major issues and what they had to say about it on social media.
Three years after a fatal accident, Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission hears pleas for more protective regulations on the multi-hooked lines that often stretch across bodies of water.
The deadline for MSCS to find an agreement or lose ownership of the schools is Jan. 1.
Senior’s return bolsters boys team in victory over Collierville. Veteran Kayli Clarkson shines in the girls game.
“We’ve been talking with Public Works about this for years. It’s exhausting to put vacant lots back into use, do something positive and then see our labor mowed over time and time again, even for registered community gardens. …” — Suzanne Carlson, about A plan for Washington Bottoms — with plenty of bees and butterflies
“Ja would absolutely crush the entire league in H-O-R-S-E” — Chris Leach, about Ja Morant dazzles in win over Pistons
“... A frequent walker, I’ve noticed that vehicles often turn left into crosswalks when the walk signal is on—because they’re still getting a green turn signal. That would be an easy fix. …” Susan Dynerman — about Number of Memphis pedestrian fatalities keeps climbing
American Athletic Conference commissioner Mike Aresco said he can’t “overstate the importance” of what the College Football expansion means for the AAC and member schools like Memphis.
Brother Terence McLaughlin changed the timbre of life in Memphis by admitting the first Black student to the Brothers’ local high school before being sent away by church leaders incensed with his independent thinking.
Commissioner Connie McCarter was also sworn in at the Board of Commissioners meeting, and the Economic Development Commission was disbanded.
University of Memphis women’s basketball heads to South Carolina to play top-ranked Gamecocks.
The Identity Theft Resource Center recommends that data breach notices explicitly recommend that victims freeze their credit and that credit reporting agencies create a common system for people to do so.
Where do the Grizzlies stand 20 games into the regular season? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington like their chances moving forward in the Western Conference.
Jennifer Balink, executive director of the nonprofit Kindred Place, joins Eric Barnes this week on The Sidebar.
There was plenty to celebrate week, with a big game, an important visit at the airport, a massive batch of toffee, and the reopening of Bogie’s Deli Downtown after a two-month closure.
NCAA men’s basketball box score for the University of Memphis Tigers game against the Ole Miss Rebels at FedExForum in Memphis.
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.
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.
The Memphis Redbirds took Game 2 of their six-game series with Buffalo, beating the Bisons 15-3 Wednesday at AutoZone Park.
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.
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.
April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.
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!
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.
This week’s puzzle features a photo from a celebration of local pup celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake.