Grizzlies, Melton impress in win over Bucks
The Grizzlies scored 120-plus points for the sixth time in seven games, and De’Anthony Melton continued his hot streak, scoring 24 points, including six 3-pointers.
Herrington: Grizzlies’ righteous play has their opponents confused
The Memphis Grizzlies, one of the youngest NBA teams this season, just beat two of the league’s biggest stars in a span of four days, and with their own best player unavailable both times.
901 FC turns out the Lights in Vegas
It was “Viva Las Vegas” as 901 FC snagged the King’s Cup, a golden statuette created especially for Saturday’s soccer match due to Elvis Presley’s ties to both cities.
Calkins: Memphis and Hardaway will fight allegations. But this sure doesn’t look good.
The IARP alleges that Penny Hardaway and Memphis basketball committed multiple Level 1 violations. The university is fighting back. Could this be the beginning of the end for Hardaway? The battle has been joined.
FedEx flight departs for Europe carrying relief for Ukrainian refugees
For more than two hours Saturday morning, FedEx Express team members loaded a Boeing 777 cargo aircraft with 76 tons of supplies, including an emergency field hospital and life-saving medicines.
Hardaway, Memphis face multiple Level I, II charges by the NCAA
Memphis is accused of obstructing an investigation and showing a lack of institutional control.
First Lady visits St. Jude, talks about Ukraine humanitarian effort
More children with cancer are coming to the city from the Ukraine war zone next week. First Lady Jill Biden made the visit to St. Jude Friday afternoon and talked privately with four children and their families airlifted this past Monday from Poland to Memphis.
Box score: Grizzlies 127, Bucks 102
March 26, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum.Related story:
Tigers lose two linemen to medical retirement
Offensive lineman Evan Fields and defensive lineman John Cartwright are the second and third Tigers to be reported as medically retired since the end of last season.
Report: Memphis assistant Cody Toppert headed to LSU
Toppert was a top recruiter for the Tigers and a key planner of the offensive scheme.
North Mississippi officials seek relief options for congested Miss. 305
As Miss. 305 continues to be more congested in DeSoto County, local officials are searching for alternatives to ease the problems — none of which seem to be a quick fix.
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)
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.
Collierville leaders stop pursuing garage north of Town Square
Collierville leaders did not move forward with their pursuit of a parking garage north of the Town Square and the contract for the project has expired.
Oh, Snap: This week’s best photos
It’s all about good times this week, with a sextet of photos related to beer and sports. Take a minute to tell us which is your favorite.
Metro
City Council tackles high-dollar votes and ambitious plans in Tuesday’s meeting
Moving money to the redevelopment of the Southwest Twin Drive-in, final votes on two November ballot questions, a first vote on short-term rental rules and some complex bond restructures are on Tuesday’s City Council agendas.
Education First day of school 2026: Major changes for 5,000 Memphis students
2026 elections Elections After early voting issues, voting machines being tested before Election Day
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Suburbs talk secession; Memphis Classic is a wrap
Elections The AM/DM podcast: What you need to know before you vote
Business
FedEx Logistics names new president
FedEx Logistics’ new president recently oversaw sales in the Asia Pacific region.
Premium Business Cyclospora outbreak sends shoppers flocking to Memphis farmers markets
Premium Transportation & Logistics Memphis logistics leaders navigate most complex tariffs yet
Premium Business SpaceXAI made a lot of news last week. Here’s a breakdown.
Premium Business Longtime funeral home adapts to changing industry
Sports
Grizzlies Mailbag: How to watch games next season, and what to expect from Cam Boozer
This second installment is mostly about incoming rookie Cameron Boozer, though Herrington does start with a newsier question about the Grizzlies’ broadcast future.
Memphis Tigers Football Court ruling could give some Tigers an extra season
Sports First Memphis Classic is over, but tourney director already looking forward to next year
Premium Sports Hound Dogs may be on the move in 2027, but probably aren’t going far
Memphis Tigers Football Memphis coach Charles Huff says big goals must come with a big work ethic
Food
Recipe Exchange: Melissa Cookston’s provoleta with chimichurri, roasted cherry tomatoes
While known for her award-winning barbecue, Melissa Cookston likes to grill more than just pork.
Premium Food News Food Files: Pot Headz Coffee brings caffeine only, no cannabis
Suburbs
Collierville baseball coach change followed ‘comprehensive review of documented concerns’
Jeff Munier will remain on the Collierville High faculty as a teacher, but will no longer serve as coach.
Premium Shelby County Bartlett alderman revives idea of suburbs splitting from Shelby County
Arts & Culture
Improv theater helps at-risk young people learn a new script
Time on stage helps Memphis Allies’ SWITCH participants, including many former gang members, becoming more confident, sociable, empathetic and aware of their emotions.
Education Ruby Bridges believes ‘every child deserves access to books’
Opinion
Opinion: Local government matters, and every vote counts
The men and women elected on Thursday will face some of the most consequential decisions Shelby County has confronted in years.
Guest Columnists Echols: Punctuation is a short-term superpower
Podcasts
Elections, SpaceXAI and schools dominate local headlines
The many candidates for a wide range of local, state and federal offices were a key theme among journalists on this episode of “Behind the Headlines” on WKNO-TV.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more How art, place and Memphis come together for the Hyde Foundation
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Ballet and Mempops
Today’s photo features Caroline Jones enjoying a Mempop at Ballet Memphis’ open house, taken by Patrick Lantrip.