Memphis airport to reinstall Tommy Kha artwork
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority says it will reinstall the Tommy Kha artwork it had taken down after saying it had generated “a lot of” negative feedback from Elvis fans.
Calkins: We have a civic crisis, Memphis. ESPN is in town.
ESPN is spending the entire day in Memphis. Which is great, sure. But how are we going to keep that chip on our shoulder now?
The ESPN bonanza is here and the Grizzlies are a ‘Broadway show’
ESPN’s Michael Wilbon can understand why Memphians are excited about the media giant’s presence, but he thinks it’s time they embrace a new kind of attitude. Related story:
Tuesday prep report: CBHS soccer gets off on the right foot
Second-half goal and a big late save lift Brothers over ECS in season-opener.
Strickland says city through ‘first quarter’ of MLGW-TVA decision
The three returning and two new MLGW board members breezed through City Council approval Tuesday, as a move to hire an energy consultant was put on hold.Related story:
Booker T. Jones, Mavis Staples among newest class of Memphis Music Hall of Fame
After a two-year hiatus, the Memphis Music Hall of Fame announced eight inductees, including stars of Sun, Stax and beyond.
Jill Biden to welcome Ukrainian patients at St. Jude
First Lady Jill Biden will be in Memphis Friday, March 25, for a tour of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
City Council questions Soulsville TIF
Several Memphis City Council members said Tuesday, March 22, they don’t think it is large enough or generates enough property tax increment to get much going in terms of economic development in the Soulsville area.
State House committee advances two bills giving state more power over speech
“I might say this sounds like a five star bill to me,” state Rep. Kevin Vaughan (R-Collierville) said of a bill that seeks to ban “factually false” reviews on sites like Yelp.
State bill on pipelines would not undo city ordinances, council told
Council members withdrew a resolution Tuesday, March 22, opposing the bill in Nashville after amendments were made. The bill would still limit the council’s ability to regulate convenience stores with gas pumps.
Local Habitat for Humanity gets its largest single gift ever from MacKenzie Scott
The philanthropist is donating more than $400 million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates.
Arlington Whataburger site plan approved
The Whataburger location in Arlington has received site plan approval from the town’s Planning Commission, moving it closer to construction.
Neighborhood leaders to discuss plans for former drive-in
Uplift Westwood CDC, along with City of Memphis staff, is hosting a meeting Thursday, March 24, to discuss plans for the old drive-in property in Westwood that was recently purchased by the city.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Who should Memphis prioritize in transfer portal?
Memphis currently has no commitments from new recruits, but that might not be as dire as it seems.
Meet Walbridge, the company building Ford’s Blue Oval City
The Detroit construction company had its first supplier outreach meeting in January in Memphis, followed by a similar meeting in March in Jackson, Tennessee, about 45 miles east of the Megasite.
Kevin Durant invokes names of NBA’s elite when talking about Ja Morant
The Nets and Grizzlies will face off on a nationally televised game Wednesday.
Emoni Bates staying at Memphis would be mutually beneficial
Another year with the Tigers could boost his draft stock, and the team needs his offense. Plus: The transfer portal looms.
From the heart: Memphis pediatric heart surgeon leads mission to Ukraine
“I know it’s crazy. I understand that. But these kids can’t wait for the war to end,” said Dr. William Novick.
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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)
Metro
Hernando de Soto Bridge turns purple and orange for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office held a special lighting ceremony Thursday, April 10, in honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
Premium Public Safety Woman charged with neglect of adults in bus had caregiving background
State Government State Senate passes bill aimed at immigrant students
Public Safety Missing 5-year-old boy found dead
Business
From St. Jude to AT&T, experts say, AI is common in Memphis workplace
Southwest Tennessee Community College holds forum to look at AI innovation in Memphis and where it’s heading, including Elon Musk’s giant xAI investment.
Business Veterans speed-date for jobs
Premium Real Estate Inked: Hilton Memphis listed for sale
Health Care Whooping cough case confirmed in Memphis
Sports
Grizzlies defense gets demolished in costly loss to Timberwolves
Ja Morant and Anthony Edwards each delivered all night. But the Grizzlies took the costly loss, one that will now make it much harder to avoid falling into the NBA’s play-in tournament. Timberwolves bury Grizzlies with 52-point third quarter Box score: Timberwolves 141, Grizzlies 125 Grizzlies Insider: With Memphis in a tight spot, where does Vince Williams Jr. stand?Related content:
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Food
$10 Deal: Ragin’ Cajun’s fried shrimp po’boy
This one’s definitely worth the mess.
Suburbs
Four charged with welfare fraud for food stamps in DeSoto County
The individuals are collectively accused of defrauding the government of approximately $131,000 in food stamp benefits by allegedly failing to disclose changes in circumstances and omitting income to qualify for assistance.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Porchfest, knight fights and the function of conjunctions
This week, Lucero plays a free show for Huey’s birthday, a death-row inmate performs from an Ohio prison and you can play musical chairs at Hattiloo.
Opinion
Guest Column: The untapped potential of food donations
“On one side, businesses have food to spare. On the other, thousands of families are struggling to put meals on the table. The good news? There’s a way to bridge this gap.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies Podcast: Edey surges during playoff race
On this episode, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Zach Edey’s rebounding surge, Ja Morant’s celebrations and the future of interim coach Tuomas Iisalo.