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
Bills could eliminate hemp industry in Tennessee entirely
Two bills seeking to restrict the sale and manufacture of hemp-derived cannabinoids in Tennessee passed through the state House of Representatives Criminal Justice subcommittee last week.
Metro Guns to Gardens event transforms firearms into implements of peace
Premium Shelby County Here are the nonprofits tied to Edmund Ford Jr.'s alleged bribery scheme
Behind The Headlines Regional One CEO plans options in case state money doesn’t come through
Business
Chamber Chairman’s Circle leader wants ‘unified voice’ for Memphis
Newly appointed chairman of the Greater Memphis Chamber Chairman’s Circle Mike Keeney said he believes if Memphians can work together, “we can create a place where people want to live.”
Downtown Downtown Memphis Commission sets new design guidelines
Premium Food News Food Files: Shawarma King open, Raising Cane’s in Memphis and more
Premium Germantown New Starbucks with drive-thru proposed in Germantown
Sports
‘A Memphis game’: Coaches, players, even fans had Bluff City roots in MSU-UAB game
In Tigers vs. Blazers in the NCAA Tournament in 1985, there were sometimes nine players from Memphis on the floor at once.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Two jump shots lifted Memphis State in 1985. Andre Turner nailed both.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Santi Aldama: Grizz not ‘respecting the game’ fuels frustration
photo gallery High School Sports Memphis high school lacrosse teams battle on the greenbelt
Food
Sound Bites: Josh Carlucci counts down his favorite $10 Deals
Daily Memphian food writer Joshua Carlucci returns to “Sound Bites” this week to discuss more of his favorite $10 Deals, a major writing project and butchering a goose at home.
Suburbs
Bartlett schools names hitting facility in honor of late Coach Phil Clark
Bartlett City Schools is memorializing the huge impact the late Phil Clark had on the district as its baseball coach and athletic director.
Arts & Culture
Babyface, Kraftwerk and more must-see shows for March
In March, musicians performing locally are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Grammy Hall of Fame, Hollywood Walk of Fame and have earned Tiny Desk Concert, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and Juno Award wins.
Opinion
Echols: Our morning coffee is a funny little mercy
“This Coffee Dance we’re all doing with the way we make our morning joe is the way we wake up, it’s the way we ease into the day. Each of us is quietly declaring our own preferences over and over again, every single time the Earth goes round.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Josh Carlucci counts down his favorite $10 Deals
Daily Memphian food writer Joshua Carlucci returns to “Sound Bites” this week to discuss more of his favorite $10 Deals, a major writing project and butchering a goose at home.
Games
Crossword: Memphis music
From churches to nightclubs, music defines our city’s sense of self and fuels our economy. So go “Walkin’ in Memphis” and give this puzzle a try.