Ja Morant kick-starts Grizzlies in his return
Ja Morant had 21 points, nine assists and a block as the Grizzlies shook off a two-game skid and crushed the Pelicans.
Calkins: Grizzlies look ‘damn good’ in Morant’s return
Good news, Grizzlies fans. Ja Morant returned to the lineup Saturday. And the Grizzlies celebrated by smashing the Pelicans.
Saturday prep report: Central’s Ware sets the pace at Houston Track Classic
The Central High junior sets two individual meet records and gets a third as part of 400 relay.
Box score: Grizzlies 141, Pelicans 114
April 9, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum. Ja Morant kick-starts Grizzlies in his returnRelated stories:
Calkins: Grizzlies look ‘damn good’ in Morant’s return
Youth Villages starts intervention program to reduce homicide rate
The $60 million Memphis Allies gun violence initiative is new turf for Youth Villages, which historically hasn’t worked with teens and young adults accused of violent crimes.
Special tax could enhance parks in DeSoto County cities
With approval of special taxes by the Mississippi State Legislature, DeSoto County cities are studying how to use the money, most planning to steer the funds to parks and recreation.
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.
Chris and Jennifer talk Fancy’s Fish House, Flip Side and river views
There’s a new fish restaurant in town, and it comes with a river view. In Crosstown, the new place is all about pinball machines.
Recipe Exchange: Jim’s Place Grille Moussaka
This moussaka from Jim’s Place Grille is a great family meal and could even find a place on your Easter table.
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.
Tommy Kha, behind and in front of the camera
The Memphis-born photographer uses his art to connect with people but also to spark a conversation he said is bigger than just him.
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.
Guest column: Amazon impersonation scams run rampant
From July 2020 to June 2021, 96,000 people reported an Amazon scam to the FTC. Only a small percentage of people report scams, so the actual numbers are much higher.
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.
Oh Snap: This week’s best photos
It’s all about people this week. We have four photos featuring faces that we think capture Memphis pretty well. Food, FedEx, history and sports.
Metro
Man dies after being shot by Memphis police officer
The shooting happened after police approached “a large group of individuals in the parking lot of a business,” according to TBI.
Public Safety Pervis Payne must serve life sentences one after the other, state supreme court rules
Premium Shelby County After Mayor Harris vetoes grant, Ford moves to override
Premium Metro MPD investigating trespasser at Mayor Young’s home
Business
Carhartt opening first store in Memphis
The retailer will fill the last available space in Ridgeway Trace — making the 300,000-square-foot shopping center 100% leased.
Premium Education Sign of the future: PURE, xAI teamup shows teens ‘what welding can do’
Premium Shelby County Political Roundup: XAI divide grows, Young in D.C. and the race for governor
Business Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
Sports
Potential Grizzlies targets with first-round draft pick, if they don’t trade it
Here are five possible players the Grizzlies may take with the No. 16 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, if they don’t trade the selection first.Related content:
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies Podcast: Breaking down the Desmond Bane deal
Memphis Tigers Basketball New U of M athletics exec’s focus: well-being
Sports Arkansas pitcher throws no-hitter in College World Series
Food
‘Abbott Elementary’ star slated for new Memphis block party event
A group of DJs, including actor, comedian and rapper Zack Fox, is putting the soul in summer solstice at Grind City Brewing.
Suburbs
Bartlett chamber under fire from city’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Alderman David Reaves, a Bartlett business owner, wants some assurances from the suburban Chamber of Commerce before steering the city’s annual donation to the group.
Arts & Culture
‘Abbott Elementary’ star slated for new Memphis block party event
A group of DJs, including actor, comedian and rapper Zack Fox, is putting the soul in summer solstice at Grind City Brewing.
Opinion
Herrington: Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane trade invites opportunity and risk
A look at what the Grizzlies got, why they did the trade, where it leaves the team going into the summer and what could be next.Related story:
Podcasts
Grizzlies Podcast: Breaking down the Desmond Bane deal
With Bane headed to Orlando, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the haul of players and draft picks the Grizzlies got in return.
Games
Jigsaw: For fans of line dancing
This week’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo from a line dancing pop-up at 901 Fit Life.