Parkview Apartments may shift from senior living
Plans were submitted to convert the landmark at 1914 Poplar Ave. into market-rate apartments. An additional request to place the site on the National Register of Historic Places was also submitted.
Z-Bo, Grizzlies give back to Rozelle Elementary
As part of the NBA’s anniversary legacy program, the Grizzlies brought a new dance studio and outdoor basketball court to the school.
Ja Morant updated to questionable
The Grizzlies, coming off two straight losses, including a blowout against the Nuggets, could see Morant on the court this weekend.
Greater Memphis Chamber relocating to Tower at Peabody Place
The Greater Memphis Chamber will be moving its Downtown office from the Falls Building to the Tower at Peabody Place.
Lamar hosting gun violence town hall Saturday
State Sen. London Lamar will host a Gun Violence Prevention Town Hall Saturday, April 9, to discuss ways to reduce gun violence as well as community-based solutions.
House amends bill requiring review of Blue Oval City contractors
The bill would require the Megasite Authority of West Tennessee to submit a report detailing the name and location of each business or third-party entity contracted to perform construction work at the site.
Social Club: Memphis cheers on Chef Tam, ‘The Rock’ shows Memphis love
Chef Tamra Patterson wins “Chopped,” a Memphian releases her first novel and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shows Memphis some love.
Grizzlies ‘ready’ for Morant’s return
The Grizzlies, who just dropped two on the road, are encouraged after Ja Morant’s 5-on-5 practice.
Conaway: A pliable governor, a shameful legislature
“Democrat or Republican, there is no justification, no possible excuse, for what the puppet governor and the Tennessee General Assembly jerking his strings are doing to the children of our state and to our future.”
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.
Huett-Garcia claims school board seat at filing deadline
Billy Orgel decided not to file the petition for re-election he pulledin February. That left Amber Huett-Garcia as the only candidate in the race and effectively elected to the District 6 MSCS board seat at the Thursday filing deadline. There were other surprises at the deadline in other races.
Metro
Former youth pastor spared prison for child sexual battery
A former high school coach and youth minister at a DeSoto County church pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor, but her sentence was considered too lenient by District Attorney Matthew Barton.
Shelby County Lowery wants a ‘change in culture,’ Pearson gears up fundraising, and Republicans want Sawyer to resign
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Business
Long pause for laughter: FedEx commercials poke fun at office power moves
Prolonged eye contact, flashy watches, late arrivals and long pauses: The shipping giant returns to humor in new brand campaign.
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Sports
Analyzing how Memphis’ stingy defense compares to previous years
The competition will get tougher, but Memphis’ defense has shown its ability to meet the challenge. The Tigers rank No. 21 in the country, averaging 16.17 points allowed per game.
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Sports Kitagawa’s heroics extend No. 8 Memphis’ home unbeaten streak to 37
Food
Table Talk: On today’s menu, surplus ingredients
“Chefs who find ways to reduce food waste are the ones who inspire me the most. They’re not just resourceful; they’re spectacularly imaginative.”
Suburbs
Former youth pastor spared prison for child sexual battery
A former high school coach and youth minister at a DeSoto County church pleaded guilty to sexual battery with a minor, but her sentence was considered too lenient by District Attorney Matthew Barton.
Arts & Culture
Collage Dance debuts a new season, new members program
Collage’s $25,000 National Endowment for the Arts grant was canceled earlier this year, but the Memphis dance company is forging ahead with a new season of shows that open this weekend.
Opinion
Echols: ‘Walking in Memphis’ isn’t what it once was
Candace Echols says she walks the line between “a willingness to satisfy my human craving for a good run” and “a consent to be on high alert.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Monsters, beer and a mutt strut
This week’s activities are heavy on seasonality, with a Monster Market, a few different takes on Oktoberfest and a 5K you can do with your dog.