Grizzlies to face Timberwolves; full first-round schedule released
The Timberwolves won the play-in, setting up a fresh playoff matchup against the Grizzlies. The two teams split the regular-season series 2-2.
Senate passes bill affecting 4 county schools with amendments
A bill adopted by the state Senate regarding four schools in Shelby County suburbs must return to the House for review after a flurry of amendments before Senate passage Tuesday.
Tuesday prep report: Collierville breaks out big bats to beat Bartlett
Joey Caruso and Tyler Johns each drive in four runs.
Fill in the blank: This Grizzlies has been the most ‘exciting, entertaining and fantabulous’ ever
Here’s the question: This Grizzlies regular season was the most ___ ever. The fans have answers.
State Senate passes bill requiring Black history, ‘virtues of capitalism’ curricula
Teachers would be required to provide lessons on Black history and the “virtues of capitalism” under a handful of bills passed Tuesday, April 12 by the state Senate related to civics and history.
Justice Department intervenes in lawsuit against Methodist Healthcare
The 2017 lawsuit claims Methodist and West Cancer Center knowingly defrauded federal and state health care programs.
How this Tigers linebacker landed in Memphis from Canada
It took years of preparation, plus learning a new language, for Geoffrey Cantin-Arku to play college football in the United States.
Local witness relocation program asks individuals to share crime info with authorities
“That whole anti-snitch thing is destroying us right now. It was not meant to go all of these years and to morph into what it is now.”
Secretary of Veterans Affairs visits Memphis
Capping a morning of visits to both the Memphis National Cemetery and the Vet Center, McDonough expressed his gratitude to local health professionals working with veterans in need.
Downtown project gets PILOT extension as developers work on funding
Located Downtown at 251 Union Ave. across from AutoZone Park, The Walk was originally awarded a 30-year, $741 million PILOT in August 2020.
Gus’s, Uncle Lou’s part of new local fried chicken fest
When the venue partnered with Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken for its grand opening, “people went crazy” for the chicken.
Two teens charged in theft of police chief’s handgun
“C.J.” Davis’ second duty handgun was stolen from her car in the parking lot of a Cordova business in January.
Remaining Parkview residents must vacate apartments by April 30
Plans for redevelopment of the senior-living residence, located at 1914 Poplar Ave., were filed on April 7. The building’s new owner says residents and staff were notified in January of plans.
Tigers Basketball Insider: What Kendric Davis entering the transfer portal means for Memphis
After entering his name into the transfer portal on Monday, could the reigning AAC Player of the Year play a different role for the Memphis Tigers this upcoming season?
Political Roundup: DA’s race goes critical, August ballot shakeout
The Democratic primary race for district attorney is about to turn from general calls for change to who can upset incumbent Republican Amy Weirich.Related story:
Desmond Bane’s playoff message: ‘We love Memphis’
Desmond Bane will drive around town on Tuesday looking at the playoff signage. The Grizzlies guard hopes the team can put on a show for the home fans.
$10 Deal: New Asia’s ‘green menu’ includes 20 dishes under $10
New Asia, long a favorite for authentic Chinese food, also offers a solid lunch special.
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)
Key legislation pending at the Tennessee General Assembly
For more, visit The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of state government.
Updated Monday, April 18.
County approves agreement to keep Grizzlies in Memphis through 2029
The County Commission Monday approved the agreement with Grizzlies to keep the team in Memphis through at least 2029.Related story:
Georgia Southern transfer Elijah McCadden commits to Memphis
McCadden was the Sixth Man of the Year in the Sun Belt.
Daily Memphian postseason bowling awards: Standouts from Bartlett, St. Benedict honored
Gavin Robertson and Tori Moore claim top individual honors for 2021-22.
Metro
County Commission keeps tabs as Halbert cooperating with county auditors
While Halbert is now cooperating, County Commission Chair Shante Avant said she may call a special meeting of the body if the cooperation stops.
Education Some Memphis schools won’t have custodians after board rejects contract again
Public Safety No timeline on appeal in Nichols federal case leaves 2 former officers in limbo
Business Former Evolve CEO to take plea deal on child pornography charges
City of Memphis Memphis crime drops again, hitting lowest level in nearly three years
Business
Former Evolve CEO to take plea deal on child pornography charges
Former bank CEO Robert “Bob” Hartheimer will plead guilty to a series of child pornography charges.
Ford Megasite Ford shifts gears: Will produce gas-powered trucks, instead of EVs at BlueOval City
Premium Real Estate Grant family tree branching out with development, homebuilding efforts
Premium Business Couple with passion for baking serves thousands of customers out of home
Business The Station owner trying again for liquor license
Sports
Martin: Memphis got crushed at Louisville. What’s next for the program?
While it’s probably unwise to base anything off one particular game, the magnitude of the loss to Louisville should cause any Memphis fan to wonder what should be taken from it.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: With Zach Edey on the shelf, the Grizzlies focus shifts to ‘Ja & Jaren’ again
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Anatomy of a hire: How the Memphis Tigers zeroed in on Charles Huff
Player of the Week Vote for the high school boys basketball player of the week, Week 3
Player of the Week Vote for the high school girls basketball player of the week, Week 3
Food
What to order: Park + Cherry’s mushroom and butternut squash risotto
Park + Cherry recently debuted a fall/winter menu, and it’s full of seasonal goodness to take the edge off winter’s chill.
Premium Business Couple with passion for baking serves thousands of customers out of home
Suburbs
The AM/DM podcast: What will Collierville look like in 2050?
It’s the last full, holiday-free week of the year and time to get business done.
Premium Collierville Upgrades to Collierville’s backup dispatch center will have huge impact — but not on the budget
Arts & Culture
‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ win big with Southeastern film critics
Paul Thomas Anderson’s topical action-comedy romp “One Battle After Another” and Ryan Coogler’s Delta-set horror period piece “Sinners” dominated this year’s awards vote of the Southeastern Film Critics Association.
The To-Do List Champagne dreams: Where to party on New Year’s Eve
Opinion
Herrington: With Zach Edey on the shelf, the Grizzlies focus shifts to ‘Ja & Jaren’ again
The Grizzlies are starting all over again: Evaluating the ability of co-stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. to elevate this team while still waiting to get whole again.
Premium Guest Columnists Opinion: Chanukah is about the strength of faith and finding light even in the darkest of times
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What will Collierville look like in 2050?
It’s the last full, holiday-free week of the year and time to get business done.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Wheel of Fortune, ‘Friday’ party and Phillips on a float
Games
Daily WordRow: Dec. 15
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.