Ja Morant dazzles in win over Pistons
Ja Morant scored 33 points and delivered a bundle of highlights in Memphis’ win over the Pistons.Related story:
Running for the kids — and a personal best — at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon
When the going gets tough in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon, it helps to remember why you’re running.
Tigers to play in First Responder Bowl against Utah State
Memphis will meet Utah State of the Mountain West on Dec. 27 in Dallas.
Arkansas, Kansas set for AutoZone Liberty Bowl
The city’s postseason classic announced on Sunday that Arkansas and Kansas will be the opponents for the 64th edition of the game, which will be played on Dec. 28 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
‘It’s all for these kids:’ Thousands unite at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon
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.
McDonald wrapping up 20 years of leading Bartlett
At the end of this month, Mayor A. Keith McDonald steps down from his position leading the city as his fifth and final term comes to a close. David Parsons, elected Nov. 8, will move into the role on Jan. 1.
Tigers get two football commitments over the weekend
The Tigers now have 18 commitments for the 2023 recruiting class.
After win over Ole Miss, Tigers learning to live in the moment
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:
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.
What Daily Memphians think:
“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
A plan for Washington Bottoms — with plenty of bees and butterflies
Theo Davies envisions the long-blighted green space as a food source, as well as a habitat for native plants and pollinators, but the ecosystem he’s cultivating violates city ordinances.
Echols: Ja Morant’s game hints at something more. Something sacred.
“Each of us has a particular history, personality, community, set of strengths and weaknesses – and most importantly – heart full of loves. All of these are useful as we sort out how we might fit into Memphis.”
Saturday prep report: Power Center, Douglass, Overton win at Memphis vs. Atlanta Classic
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.
Morris: ‘Merry Christmas’ should not be political
“My saying ‘Merry Christmas’ makes some people see me as a conservative, Republican, older, evangelical Southerner. Most of those judgments don’t actually describe who I am.”
DeAndre Williams had one thing in mind against Ole Miss
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.
Metro
Flash flood warning extended again, this time to 9:15 p.m.
Memphis ‘got lucky' Wednesday. But rocky weather will continue through the weekend. And motorists who encounter standing water are reminded to “turn around, don’t drown.”
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Michelin stars align, and 201 Poplar is a taxing problem
Update Metro Storms kill 7 in the South and Midwest as forecasters warn of catastrophic rains, floods this week
Public Safety Man accused of killing ex-girlfriend in Shelby Farms indicted for first-degree murder
Business
Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
“There’s nothing sad about any of this,” Falling Into Place owner Mary Claire White said. “I feel really, really good about what I’ve done for 10 years. I’m excited to focus on the next thing.”
Health Care Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
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
Lausanne baseball standout wins spring-sports athlete-of-the-week vote
Emre Roan provided a history-making walk-off winner against CBHS.
Spirit of Memphis Brad Luckett takes over as CBHS basketball coach
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball AAC commissioner working on basketball strength of schedule
Sports Redbirds', Tigers’ postponed baseball games reset for Friday
Food
Bittersweet bakers: 17 Berkshire closing, Jacques Louise opening in Midtown
As it closes, 17 Berkshire is “passing the torch” to gluten-free bakery, Jacques Louise.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools enters contract for new bus lot
Collierville’s Board of Education wants to buy nearly 28 acres on U.S. 72 to park the fleet of yellow vehicles that transport Collierville and Germantown students.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Hot Foot Honeys, drag time travel and a bad tattoo contest
This week, Martin Luther King Jr. is honored, a fashion legend is celebrated and a mid-century home transforms into a vintage pop-up shop.
Opinion
Narcisse: Giving up more than just chocolate this Lent
Lent should unsettle our belief we’ve done anything to justify what we have and what others do not. And that, I believe, is a way of life worth living.
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
Word Search: April theater in Memphis
Can you solve this week’s word search?