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 adds obstacle to ultramarathon at Shelby Farms
The Viper 200 endurance ultramarathon planned for the Shelby Farms area this week has been plagued with horrible weather.
Free access Metro Storms should fade away by early Sunday afternoon
Arts & Culture Solemn ceremony marks MLK’s death 57 years ago
Behind The Headlines New MSCS leader contract, school construction and state takeover
Business
Colossus: The race to build the world’s most powerful machine in Memphis
XAI’s first Memphis data center Colossus dwells in a former Electrolux plant in Southwest Memphis. It is arguably one of the most valuable machines in the world controlled by someone with unrivaled wealth and galactic ambitions.
Premium Business Hopes and fears swirl around tariffs in Memphis, starting at car lots
Premium Business Food Files: A sourdough bakery, juice bar; Half Shell opens in Germantown
Real Estate Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
Sports
Morant was late scratch, but Bane steps up to snag critical win for Grizzlies
Ja Morant was announced as a starter but turned out to be a late scratch on Saturday night. Instead of “calling 12,” Memphis dialed 22, and Desmond Bane secured a much-needed win. Desmond Bane scores 38 in the Grizzlies’ 109-103 victory over PistonsRelated content:
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Food
$10 Deal: ZamZamz’s kefta pita
Think a burger meets a kebab meets a wrap, but it’s better than any of those.
Suburbs
Wells Cemetery will be protected no matter what develops around it
The overgrown cemetery sits in a field down a winding, narrow road off Arlington Trail.
Arts & Culture
Solemn ceremony marks MLK’s death 57 years ago
Public officials and others gathered at the National Civil Rights Museum Friday evening to commemorate the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at that site on April 4, 1968.
Opinion
Calkins: Morant should lay down his (fake) weapons. But it’s the NBA that misfired.
Ja Morant likes to cast himself as a victim far too often. But in the great — OK, ridiculous — finger-gun controversy of 2025? He may have a point.Related content:
Podcasts
The state of the Memphis dining scene
The owner of Biscuits & Jams, the owner of Cameo and Mary’s BOTE and the former owner of Edge Alley discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the industry this week on the WKNO-TV’s “Behind The Headlines.”