Calkins: A starry celebration for Memphis and Morant
It was a memorable weekend for Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies at the NBA All-Star festivities. And that was before Morant threw down his eye-popping dunk.
It was a memorable weekend for Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies at the NBA All-Star festivities. And that was before Morant threw down his eye-popping dunk.
The Grizzlies guard delivered two dunks that had the television announcers in awe.
Feb. 20, 2022: Team LeBron defeats Team Durant at the NBA All Star Game at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland, Ohio.
‘Don’t lose heart, Memphis fans. The Tigers may have been blown out by SMU, but they can still make the NCAA Tournament. As long as they never play like that again.’
The Tigers still should be in the projected NCAA Tournament field, but the way they looked in the loss was concerning, considering how well they had looked during the winning streak.
Have the Tigers learned what it takes to not let one loss snowball into more?
Feb. 20, 2022: The SMU Mustangs defeat the Memphis Tigers at Moody Coliseum in Dallas.
Hernando DeSoto Bridge vulnerabilities could have been detected four decades ago, ArDOT officials say.
Not all recently annexed citizens are eager to add an urban glow to rural neighborhoods where starlight still outshines LED illumination.
“This bill does not ban any book,” state Sen. Jack Johnson said about the controversial Age-Appropriate Materials Act of 2022.
As electric vehicle footprint director and project manager of Blue Oval City, Greg Christensen will be tasked with helping the iconic brand transition into the era of EV.
Memphis muralist and painter Jamond Bullock curated the NBA team’s exhibition, which showcases artistic diversity in a variety of mediums.
The Remote Monitoring program is currently implemented in one home, with the goal of expanding to five houses where people supported through Shelby Residential and Vocational Services live.
Whitehaven is much more than Graceland, FedEx and the airport, with its rich history, independently owned businesses and a deep sense of pride – or “neighborhoodism” as one leader calls it.
Aidan Bowers repeats while Brothers teammate Gervacio Gonzalez and Owls junior Ian McGehee claim their first titles. And, be sure to catch up on a complete roundup of postseason prep basketball.
Desmond Bane was knocked out of the NBA 3-point contest after posting a score of 18 points, but the Grizzlies guard won’t go home empty-handed.
Also happening this week: Germantown is sprucing up a park and a greenway.
First Horizon and Saint Francis Healthcare announce promotions and additions.
Winning the rebounding battle, shooting more free throws than the Green Wave and having more second-chance points still wasn’t enough for Memphis to find the late-season stride it desperately needs.
At area grocery stores, customer demand is high, and restocking depends on location and how products are delivered.
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Wade-Gayles, a graduate of the LeMoyne College, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, in Atlanta. An educator, activist and author, she penned a memoir about growing up in the old Foote Homes public-housing development.
“Introducing immigration enforcement into our neighborhoods does not make us safer; it fractures trust, drives fear underground and harms families who are already contributing quietly and faithfully to the life of this city.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington assess the trade market for the Memphis Grizzlies as the Feb. 5 deadline approaches.
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