Former Shelby County prosecutor pleads guilty to conspiracy
Glenda Adams faces up to five years in prison.
Calkins: Think you’re a Memphis Tigers fan? Meet Julie.
Julie Barrett went to her very first game at FedExForum Thursday. But you’d have to travel a long way (1,000 miles, anyway) to find a more devoted Memphis Tigers fan.
CDC, MSCS loosen mask restrictions amid declining case numbers
Amid a decreasing threat of COVID-19 infection, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave most Americans the green light Friday, Feb. 25, to ditch the mask indoors.
Scouting report: What Tigers did first time should work again vs. Wichita State
Memphis, which beat the Shockers handily in January, needs to stick with the game plan.
Judge orders new trial for local activist
A judge Friday ordered a new trial for activist Pamela Moses after she was convicted for illegally attempting to register to vote. A new trial date has not been set.
Torrey Harris seeking appointment to Robinson’s former state Senate seat
Harris joins state Rep. London Lamar and nonprofit leader Rhonnie Brewer in seeking the Senate seat, which has been vacant since Feb. 2.
Prep notes: Magnifico taking leave for USFL season
St. Benedict’s coach plans to return for the beginning of preseason work. Also, MUS names a lacrosse coach.
Man charged in Rhodes student’s death back in court next month
Rainess Holmes made a court appearance on Friday, Feb. 25.
Rep. Steve Cohen near Ukraine as Sen. Marsha Blackburn meets with Trump
U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen of Memphis had a front-row seat Thursday, Feb. 24, for Russia’s political defense of its invasion of Ukraine.
Calkins: Hardaway seizes the moment in critical win
With time running out in the first half, the Memphis Tigers were in dire straits. Which is when Penny Hardaway did something he rarely does. It was a brilliant stroke. Duren’s career night helps Tigers prevail over scrappy Temple Why Jalen Duren’s emergence as Tigers' best player bodes well for postseason runRelated stories:
Conaway: Our worst enemy is one of our own
State Sen. Brian Kelsey embodies the problem Memphis has with the Tennessee General Assembly. In many cases, he is the actual problem Memphis has with the Tennessee General Assembly.
Nonprofit leader joins Democratic primary for open state Senate seat
There’s a new contender for an open school board seat while more incumbent judges file for re-election.
About Town: Former Frayser CDC director joins Blight Authority
In something of a “surprise,” even to himself, Steve Lockwood is the new interim executive director of BAM.
Listen to Tigers beat writers discuss Temple win, Cole Mashburn’s retirement
Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II break down Memphis’ win over Temple and the retirement of linebacker Cole Mashburn.
General Assembly passes ban on police, fire residency requirements — for Memphis only
The bill was amended to apply only to Memphis. It will become law with Gov. Bill Lee’s signature.
Memphis Tigers paying homage to their Black pioneers
“In those days they really broke barriers and went through struggles that are just different. So you appreciate what they’ve gone through and what they’ve done for all the African American student-athletes that have come in here since.”
Mark your calendars
Here are the next Memphis Grizzlies games:
- Game 6: Friday, May 13, Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors, 9 p.m. (ESPN)
- Game 7 (if needed): Monday, May 16, Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors, 7:30 p.m. (TNT)
Timberwolves spoil gutsy performance from Ja Morant
Ja Morant gutted out an apparent injury to keep the Grizzlies in the game, but D’Angelo Russell’s 37-point night lifted Minnesota over Memphis.Related story:
New Eats: Good Fortune Co. serves handmade ramen in colorful S. Main space
At Good Fortune Co., the colorful, bustling first restaurant for co-owners Sarah Cai and Arturo Leighton, ramen noodles and fish-shaped waffle cones are made behind a bar packed with Asian spirits.
Daily Memphian columnist, sports writers honored by national association
The works of columnist Geoff Calkins and writers Drew Hill, Steven Johnson and John Varlas were named top 10 in the nation.
Friday prep report: Hot-shooting Middle Tennessee Christian eliminates Northpoint girls
Visitors sink 13 3-pointers in an impressive performance that defied the scouting report.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Lester center opens; Hospitality Hub looks north
Also happening this week: Memorial Day is Monday, and there’s a reception for the work that replaced Midtown’s Union Centre blue-dog paintings.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Midtown’s Fantastic Fans is closing, but the Fan Doctor will make house calls
Premium Metro Political Roundup: ‘Move 201 Poplar’ and then ‘put a major hotel there’
Premium Public Safety Four of 5 suspects named in latest MPD operation are not in jail
Business
Making Memphis healthier one neighborhood at a time
Since ShelbyCares opened its first neighborhood health hub, Penny Ward has dropped about 100 pounds, stopped taking two medications and seen her blood pressure and blood sugar numbers drop to their lowest in decades.
Health Care Le Bonheur revs up new high-tech ambulances
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish child will swim with ‘piggies and sharkies’
Premium Food News Food Files: Cousins Maine Lobster, The Juice Joint return next weekend
Sports
Redbirds recap: Memphis takes series in Jacksonville with steady Sunday victory
With the win, Memphis adds to its lead in the season series against Jacksonville with a seven-games-to-five advantage.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis Tigers shift focus to high school recruiting
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Memphis’ state champions
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Lakeland Prep wins historic baseball title
Food
Sound Bites: Chef Kelly English talks po’boys, Kroger, Memphis
Chef Kelly English joins Holly Whitfield on this week’s Sound Bites to talk about the Second Line’s renovations, their Hawaiian pop-up and a surprise celebrity visit to Restaurant Iris.
Suburbs
Spring Fling: Lakeland Prep wins historic baseball title
Olivier Grandchamp tosses a complete game as the Lakeland Lions complete an improbable run to their first championship.
Arts & Culture
Why libraries and public spaces are important
Shamichael Hallman is the author of “Meet Me at the Library,” which makes the case for the importance not just of libraries but public spaces of all kinds.
Opinion
Greenstein: Memorial Day is more than a vacation day
“All Americans owe the families of the servicemen and women who died serving our country more than lip service in gratitude, appreciation and reverence.”
Podcasts
Why libraries and public spaces are important
Shamichael Hallman is the author of “Meet Me at the Library,” which makes the case for the importance not just of libraries but public spaces of all kinds.