Calkins: Memphis is back in the NCAA. And that’s all that matters.
It’s a shame the Tigers didn’t get a chance to celebrate their NCAA Tournament invitation the way they planned. But make no mistake — this is a defining moment for the program.
Dillon Brooks returns; Grizzlies hold on vs. Thunder
Brooks scored 15 points in his return from his ankle injury, and the Grizzlies thwarted the Thunder’s late run.
Tigers feel sting after achieving one goal, but not the other
Their pain of losing in the AAC title game overshadows somewhat their joy of making the NCAA Tournament.
Memphis No. 9 seed in first NCAA Tournament since 2014
The Tigers will face Boise State on Thursday. Tigers feel sting after achieving one goal but not the otherRelated stories:
Memphis-born filmmaker killed in Ukraine
Brent Renaud, 50, was born in Memphis and grew up in Little Rock. He was gathering material for a report about refugees when his vehicle was hit in Irpin, just outside the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.
Houston wears down Tigers in AAC title game
Think the Cougars were angry about losing twice to the Tigers? Houston certainly played like it.
Memphis-based companies with ties to Russia risk losing assets
Russian courts can appoint external administrators for companies that cease operations and are at least 25% foreign-owned, if a plan favored by Vladimir Putin is approved.
What Twitter’s saying about the Memphis Tigers
The Tigers lost to Houston Sunday afternoon but as one fan tweeted, “Memphis is going to the NCAA Tournament. That’s what matters.”
Horn Lake looks for answers regarding on-street parking
Horn Lake Alderman Robby Dupree points out the traffic hazards associated with street parking, and Mayor Allen Latimer said, “I think parking on the street cheapens the look of a neighborhood.”
Trial for man accused of killing Lorenzen Wright set to begin Monday
The trial of Billy Ray Turner, accused in connection with the fatal shooting death of former NBA star Lorenzen Wright, is slated to begin Monday, March 14.
St. Patrick’s Parade pushes pandemic blues off Beale St.
“We’re thinking of this as the kickoff to spring and hopefully, all things normal,” Silky O’Sullivan’s owner Joellyn Sullivan said. “This is the beginning of our path out of the pandemic.”
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)
Political Roundup: Whitehaven’s importance, and Aug. ballot fills
Democratic county mayoral contender Ken Moody opened the first of what will be several headquarters opened by various campaigns in Whitehaven, underscoring the importance of the area’s Black middle class in the city’s political mix.Related story:
A guide: Making sense of economic development terms
Don’t know the DMC from the MLC, or the CCRFC from the CBID? Here’s a quick guide to some commonly used business and economic development terms and organizations.
Bank of America takes root with Memphis market president
Trevia Chatman has her eyes set on making her hometown more financially secure by helping connect banking and investment resources to people across the Mid-South.
Pittsburgh beats 10-man Memphis in season opener
First-half red card complicates matters for 901 FC against one of the top teams in the USL Championship.
Metro
Downtown Malco Theater to be fenced in with conditions
Due to security concerns, Malco began installing six-foot, black aluminum poles around the property in July. The city issued a stop work order, halting the project.
Premium Elections Election Commission sets runoff date for Collierville
Business
Downtown Malco Theater to be fenced in with conditions
Due to security concerns, Malco began installing six-foot, black aluminum poles around the property in July. The city issued a stop work order, halting the project.
Health Care University of Memphis-made medical device helps COPD sufferers
Sports
Houston freshman voted player of the week
The voters have spoken. And they have chosen Canon Day as The Daily Memphian high school football player of the week for Week 12.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Warriors a tough matchup for Grizzlies, but also a model
Food
$10 Deal: Mocktails and lion’s mane at Memphis Whistle
Memphis Whistle is a cocktail bar where standard pub fare is spun on its head.
Suburbs
Collierville renames historic high school for outgoing mayor
Retiring Mayor Stan Joyner was surprised Thursday night as he was informed his former school building will be named in his honor.
Arts & Culture
Pompeii exhibit gives Graceland visitors glimpse into ‘time capsule’
Casts created in hollowed-out spaces of volcanic ash and other artifacts from the frozen city of Pompeii, which was destroyed in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., are on display at Graceland starting this week.
Opinion
Herrington: Warriors a tough matchup for Grizzlies, but also a model
Friday night in San Francisco, the Grizzlies will complete their first West Coast road trip against a team that’s so far had even more success this season with a similar approach: the Golden State Warriors.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Five Memphis surprises
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington set up for two nationally televised Grizzlies games this week and share their top five biggest surprises so far this season.