Key takeaways from Tigers’ open scrimmage
Saturday’s open scrimmage in Franklin, Tennessee, was the first chance for fans to see a glimpse of what the Tigers may look like heading into 2022.
Interfaith MLK PrayWalk honors King’s legacy
MLK PrayWalk: An Interfaith Prayer Service and Walk of Hope started with a gathering at St. Peter’s Church and concluded on the grounds of the National Civil Rights Museum.
Memphis 901 FC picks up a point on the road in Detroit
It was the first-ever meeting between the two clubs and marked a homecoming for 901 FC coach Ben Pirmann, who was the head coach at Detroit City FC for six seasons before moving to Memphis.
Pinball wizards and wannabes find a home at Flip Side
At Memphis’ new pinball pub, David Yopp will showcase a rotating group of machines — from his personal collection of around 70 games, dating from the mid-1970s to the present — for serious and casual players alike.
Landers Nolley II enters transfer portal
A fourth University of Memphis Tigers basketball player has entered the transfer portal.
Spring Market opens at Agricenter
Spring colors and spring spirit were on full display Friday, April 1, as patrons gathered at Agricenter International for the start of the annual Spring Market shopping event.
Watch: The fight over terms for a TVA exit
The leaders of the group “$450M For Memphis” talk on Behind The Headlines about their problems with the ongoing RFP process and why they are phasing out the group.
Villain energy: Grizzlies bench takes down NBA-best Suns in stunner
Dillon Brooks, the only usual starter to play, led the team’s inspired performance, which included a Santi Aldama sequence that sent the Grizzlies into a frenzy.Related story:
Calkins: How did the Grizzlies beat the Suns? Joy!
The Grizzlies were missing four starters, all their point guards and (by halftime) their head coach. But they beat the best team in the NBA anyway. How did they do it? The same way they’ve won so many games this season. With irrepressible (and irresistible!) joy.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
From MidSouthCon to Ida B. Wells Street, it’s been a busy week and our photographers were there to capture the action. Let us know which photo you like best.
Recipe Exchange: Char’s No-Filler Crab Cakes
Char’s No-Filler Crab Cakes are an indulgence in this season of high crab prices, but if you’re splurging, this is the recipe you want.
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.
Key legislation pending at the Tennessee General Assembly
For more, visit The Daily Memphian’s full coverage of state government.
Updated Monday, April 18.
Guest column: Upholding the legacy of Overton Park
‘Overton Park’s charm continues to draw together the best of our community, doing what healthy communities do: Savor and save that which brings us together and defines us.’
Listen to how more Black-owned businesses can thrive
Ernest Strickland of the Black Business Association joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar.
Listen to Jennifer and Chris discuss what’s missing from the Memphis food scene
Maybe you miss a Chicago style hot dog, maybe a Chicago deep dish pizza, maybe you want restaurants to stay open later or want a local diner. What do you think the Memphis restaurant scene needs?
Metro
Rain delay impacts Showboats crowd, but Yacht Club stays faithful
A three-hour weather delay before the start of Saturday’s game and a loss to the Arlington Renegades didn’t deter fans who say Showboats are the best entertainment value in town.
City of Memphis Memphis in May’s Great American River Run goes virtual
Premium City of Memphis Memphis mayor, council clash over ‘poor budgeting’
State Government Tennessee man is executed for killing his wife and her two sons
Business
Edge District restaurants get funding, Downtown adding street musicians
Incoming restaurants in the Edge District received financial backing from the Downtown Memphis Commission, and the Main Street Mall will soon see more musicians.
Premium Food News Food Files: Cousins Maine Lobster, The Juice Joint return next weekend
Premium Real Estate U of M ‘exploring options’ as it closes Holiday Inn for renovations
Transportation & Logistics Allegiant offering Memphis to Knoxville nonstop flights
Sports
Rain delay impacts Showboats crowd, but Yacht Club stays faithful
A three-hour weather delay before the start of Saturday’s game and a loss to the Arlington Renegades didn’t deter fans who say Showboats are the best entertainment value in town.
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Lakeland Prep wins historic baseball title
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. misses All-NBA designation. What it means for the Grizzlies.
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Lakeland, Munford baseball advance; Bartlett soccer falls
Food
$15 Deal: Sea snails — yes, sea snails — at Pho 4Ever
As food writer Joshua Carlucci says, Pho 4Ever’s sauteed sea snails are “one of the best things I’ve eaten all year. Full stop. And I’ve been doing a lot of traveling recently.”
Suburbs
Lakeland couple is breathing new life into cigar lounge
Hoping to capitalize on the growing cigar-smoking trend, a pair of entrepreneurs is retooling a smoking emporium concept in Lakeland after the troubles with The Lake District.
Arts & Culture
Next GPAC director must understand ‘the Germantown way’
Germantown will likely hire its next executive director from within. The opening comes as Paul Chandler takes the top position at Memphis River Parks Partnership.
Opinion
Conaway: Our ghosts are calling this Memorial Day
“On Dec. 2, 1943, USS LCT-242 was sunk by a circling torpedo off Naples, Italy. In a little more than a year of service, she earned two battle stars. She was a Memphis girl.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Which NBA Finals showdown would be most watchable?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss which conference finals team most resembles the Memphis Grizzlies and which NBA Finals matchup would be most entertaining.