Grizzlies blitz Pacers in offensive show
Desmond Bane celebrated his homecoming with 21 points on 58% shooting in the blowout. Related story:
Is Topgolf headed to Memphis?
Topgolf looks like it might finally be headed to Memphis. An application for a large golf and entertainment venue was submitted to the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board.
Southern Heritage Classic owner sues Jackson State for breach of contract
JSU notified the Southern Heritage Classic in February that it plans to withdraw from the series.
Underdog Bolton falls in AAA quarterfinals
Stone Memorial pulls away from Wildcats in the second half.
DOJ permitted to intervene in Methodist lawsuit
The U.S. District Court of Middle Tennessee granted the U.S. Department of Justice’s request to intervene in a lawsuit accusing Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare of fraud.
Young Dolph shot 22 times, according to autopsy
Autopsy results show Memphis rapper Young Dolph was shot dozens of times Nov. 17, 2021, as he bought cookies at his favorite bakery.
Marvis Kneeland Jones, one of the Memphis State 8, dies
In 1959, after the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision in the Brown v. Board of Education ruled segregation in schools to be unconstitutional, Jones was one of the first eight Black students to attend Memphis State University (now University of Memphis).
Three council members call for review of MLGW proposals
Letter questions the validity of the process being used to determine what it would take to get a new electric power supplier and build a new system for MLGW to break its 80-year relationship with TVA.
Behind enemy lines: Q & A with Boise State writer reveals key info about Broncos
The Broncos’ defensive versatility makes them formidable, but they haven’t faced pressure from a defense like the Tigers’.
Power Center shakes off jitters and cold shooting, advances to AA semifinals
Knights go without a basket for nearly the final four minutes but hang on against Chattanooga Brainerd.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis needs Nolley to break out of AAC tourney slump
Memphis becomes a special team when players like Nolley and Lester Quinones are consistently hitting shots from outside to complement Jalen Duren and DeAndre Williams.
March Madness
Who will win the NCAA men’s basketball tournament?
Click here to check out the local bracket standings. Prizes up for grabs include a $475 gift card and Daily Memphian swag.
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)
Public-private partnership takes over College Park, Uptown housing
Seven public housing sites across the city have been sold as part of a new plan to renovate and complete deferred maintenance on the units.
Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss the team’s playoff path
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the gauntlet the Grizzlies will face over their last 10 games and the importance of finishing the current road trip strong.
Metro
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.
Public Safety New federal charges target Ghost Mob again
State Government Millington native’s return to US attorney seat clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Germantown Hundreds gather in Germantown park to honor Charlie Kirk
Business
Small business owners to share their journey on Daily Memphian panel
The Daily Memphian will host a seminar Thursday, Sept. 18, at Memphis Botanic Garden where four small business owners will discuss the road to small business ownership.
Premium Real Estate Food Files: Caribbean restaurant launches vegan spin-off
Health Care St. Jude announces a second Advanced Research Center
Premium Business With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
Sports
Mississippi State sweeps past Alcorn State
The Mississippi State offense was efficient all game. Blake Shapen threw a touchdown pass to Jordan Mosley on the first play of the game and it was all Bulldogs from there.
Sports One-yard touchdown run in OT gives Georgia win at Tennessee
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: Memphis football handles business. Now comes the chance to make noise.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis defense looks poised for a step up in competition
Food
Table Talk: Flying Saucer makes it right
There are two things never to joke about on the restaurant scene: stellar service and tater tots.
Suburbs
New game plan: Germantown will not pursue outdoor sports complex
Both proposals submitted to Germantown were different than the suburb’s vision for an outdoor sports complex.
Arts & Culture
Cooper-Young Fest, Pride Fest (again) and the co-creator of the Ninja Turtles
This week, Southaven launches its hummingbird fest, the Halloran Centre celebrates 10 years and Beale Street throws a 100th birthday party for B.B. King.
Opinion
Conaway: Drained at Sassy Bass, beached at Tommy Bahama: The Great Walmart Heist
“I swear if we were still having children, or my kids were to have another grandchild, I’d lobby for the name iBank, boy or girl. That’s probably going to be the name of my next dog.”
Podcasts
How U of M scientists navigate conspiracy theories and the polarized world of public health
To the dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Memphis, its mission begins — but doesn’t end — with data.