League-worst Rockets pick apart Grizzlies’ defense
The Grizzlies defense completely fell apart in the second half, and Jaren Jackson Jr. played just 13 minutes because of foul trouble.
Box score: Rockets 123, Grizzlies 112
March 6, 2022: The Houston Rockets defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at Toyota Center in Houston.Related story:
On magical day, Penny Hardaway delivers on his promises
Memphis smashed Houston in front of a delirious crowd Sunday. Four years after accepting the head coaching job, Penny Hardaway will be taking the Tigers to the NCAA Tournament.
Penny Hardaway’s growth positions Tigers for a special March Madness
The Memphis basketball team has evolved from a collection of talented individuals with their own personal agendas to one unit with a single goal.Related story:
Tigers dominate from opening tip, throttle No. 14 Houston
With the best performance of the year, Memphis likely locked up a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
Box score: Memphis 75, Houston 61
March 6, 2022: The University of Memphis Tigers defeat the Houston Cougars at FedExForum.
Mississippi officials seek answer to Goodman Road congestion
The mixture of commercial, industrial and residential along Goodman Road in Olive Branch can make for snarling traffic in an already congested corridor.
Memphis loses last ‘Big Three’ bank with First Horizon acquisition
Like Union Planters, which was acquired by Regions in 2004, and National Bank of Commerce, also acquired in 2004 by SunTrust, First Horizon could not avoid industry consolidation forever.
Former Murray State teammates recall Ja Morant’s March Madness rise
Ja Morant’s stardom exploded following his triple-double during the NCAA Tournament three years ago. But he has even higher hopes for the current Murray State team.
Legislation would let 18-year-olds carry guns without permits
Lt. Gov. Randy McNally said, “I think the legislature has adequately addressed the issue of gun rights,” and the House Civil Justice Subcommittee was told the bill proposed by Rep. Chris Todd of Jackson would risk reciprocity with 21 other states.
Combine notebook: Good week for Memphis recruiting as former Tigers shine
Calvin Austin III and Dylan Parham give the Tigers a good deal of credit for getting them this far. Former Arlington resident Kenneth Walker III is also getting attention.
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)
Black Restaurant Week, in 7th year, helps eateries survive, thrive
Last year, Big Momma’s & Granny’s in Bartlett saw sales soar during Memphis Black Restaurant Week. This year’s event runs March 6-12, with 28 restaurants participating.
Germantown school enrollment unlikely to grow, study finds
Germantown Municipal Schools District hired a demographer who predicts little growth, which doesn’t help efforts to control Germantown Elementary, Germantown Middle School and Germantown High.
Guest column: What is the value of humility?
“Seeing me struggle, my friend Dave took the pack off my back and began carrying it for me. It was a humbling experience, one that made me think deeply about the virtue of humility.”
Metro
The Early Word: Quail Ridge goes from holes to homes, and Rox will reopen
ALSAC has a new leader, and so do three city departments. Plus, girl dinner is having a moment at the Overton Park Shell.
City of Memphis Memphis Parks appoints new director
Premium City of Memphis City puts teeth in blight fight
Premium Education Amid federal funding uncertainty, Memphis schools could lose $17M
Business
A bonanza of bonsai
Brussel’s Bonsai in Olive Branch may be the country’s largest bonsai nursery but it’s “just a blip in what’s possible” with bonsai.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium South Memphis How the fight over Elon Musk’s air permit could change Memphis
Premium Business What Mitch Graves wants to bring to the TVA board
Sports
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway wants ‘marquee’ games on schedule
Hardaway spoke to reporters Tuesday about the Tigers’ home-and-home scheduling agreement with Baylor, the addition of South Sudanese big man Simon Majok and more.
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis starting QB to be named ‘a couple of weeks’ before season opener
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies fall to 76ers in Salt Lake City Summer League finale
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball ‘No shortcuts': What new director of player development, a Memphis native, brings to Tigers
Food
It’s not Pancho’s Green Dressing but it is local
And, soon, it will be in area Kroger stores, courtesy of Oh Grate!
Suburbs
Collierville sues party house owner
Collierville has taken legal action against a homeowner after problematic parties at his residence. The town believes its ordinances prohibit the events held at the home.
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Lucky Lady Caftan Club (of Memphis) launches
“May the good vibes find you free, fabulous and flowing” is the tagline of the Lucky Lady Caftan Club of Memphis.
Opinion
Opinion: Whose side is God on?
The more urgent and humbling question isn’t whether God is on our side. It’s whether we are on God’s side.
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Word Flower: July 8
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.