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
Flash flood warning extended again, this time to 9:15 p.m.
Memphis ‘got lucky' Wednesday. But rocky weather will continue through the weekend. And motorists who encounter standing water are reminded to “turn around, don’t drown.”
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Michelin stars align, and 201 Poplar is a taxing problem
Update Metro Storms kill 7 in the South and Midwest as forecasters warn of catastrophic rains, floods this week
Public Safety Man accused of killing ex-girlfriend in Shelby Farms indicted for first-degree murder
Business
Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
“There’s nothing sad about any of this,” Falling Into Place owner Mary Claire White said. “I feel really, really good about what I’ve done for 10 years. I’m excited to focus on the next thing.”
Health Care Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
Morant beats the buzzer to lift Grizzlies past Heat
Ja Morant made a 12-foot jumper in the lane as time expired, lifting the Memphis Grizzlies a win over the Miami Heat and giving interim coach Tuomas Iisalo his first victory with the team.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 110, Heat 108
High School Sports Lausanne baseball standout wins spring-sports athlete-of-the-week vote
Spirit of Memphis Brad Luckett takes over as CBHS basketball coach
Food
Bittersweet bakers: 17 Berkshire closing, Jacques Louise opening in Midtown
As it closes, 17 Berkshire is “passing the torch” to gluten-free bakery, Jacques Louise.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools enters contract for new bus lot
Collierville’s Board of Education wants to buy nearly 28 acres on U.S. 72 to park the fleet of yellow vehicles that transport Collierville and Germantown students.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Hot Foot Honeys, drag time travel and a bad tattoo contest
This week, Martin Luther King Jr. is honored, a fashion legend is celebrated and a mid-century home transforms into a vintage pop-up shop.
Opinion
Narcisse: Giving up more than just chocolate this Lent
Lent should unsettle our belief we’ve done anything to justify what we have and what others do not. And that, I believe, is a way of life worth living.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
Word Search: April theater in Memphis
Can you solve this week’s word search?