New generation of poets find familiar in legacy of Tom Lee
The story of a man who rescued 32 people from the Mississippi River 100 years ago inspires three high school seniors who won the first Tom Lee Poetry and Spoken Word Contest.
Herrington: From Conley’s ‘mask game’ to Morant’s big finish, the best moments in Grizzlies-Warriors history
Two games into a third postseason series between the franchises, the Golden State Warriors have become one of the most meaningful adversaries in Grizzlies history. Here’s a look back at the most memorable moments. Grizz fans welcome back Steven Adams and show support for their teamRelated story:
Friday prep report: Hutchison advances to lacrosse title game
Senior Wylly Wilmott answers her coach’s challenge, scores six goals.
Tigers tennis teams eliminated in first round of NCAA tournament
Memphis women’s team drops to Georgia Tech; men’s team falls to Duke.
Rice transfer Andrew Mason commits to Memphis
The Spring Hill native is headed back to his home state.
Conaway: I had a wreck, and ran into Memphis
“I had some takeout at the Half Shell on Mendenhall. I took out the corner of the restaurant with a Subaru. Completely. Spectacularly.”
Carriage Crossing to gain ‘odd-shaped landlocked’ neighbor
Collierville could be gaining more housing developments near Carriage Crossing with a single-family residential subdivision and townhomes approved on the southwest side of the suburb.
Memphis-based medical device company acquired for $145 million
In addition to the $145 million in cash at closing, the transaction includes up to $110 million in growth-based earnout payments over a four-year period.
Blues City hand-rolls bagels, right to your front door
A former dancer and muffin maker is now delivering bagels, from plain to poppy seed, to the eastern part of Shelby County.
‘Truth in sentencing’ becomes law without governor’s signature
“My concern with (this bill) is that data does not support the basic premise of the legislation,” Lee wrote in a letter to General Assembly leadership.
Lakeland reviews budget, development and names interim city manager
The Lakeland Board of Commissioners has started the budget review process and maintaining the suburbs’ current $1.04 property tax rate for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Mama Bear: How Ziaire Williams’ mom shifts between probation officer and pro parent
“Basketball is not all that he is. It’s just what he does,” Marquita Williams said. “As his mom, I get him away from all of that. It’s about finding a balance, just like it is in anything.”
New Wooddale football coach looking forward to next challenge
Starnes, who served as Brighton’s defensive coordinator last season, is returning to Memphis to take over as head coach at Wooddale.
Tigers notebook: Taking a look at the roster after transfer portal deadline
If a couple of key players return and the Tigers snag a couple of their targets, next season could feature a sharp lineup.
Runners return to the starting line, as races resume
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, several events are returning this year, including the M-Town Race Series, which kicks off Saturday, May 7, with the Orion 5K.
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)
The Walk, 100 N. Main, The Ravine: What’s happening with Downtown’s high-profile projects
Downtown developments are ‘moving in the right direction,’ though some more slowly than others.
ECS catcher wins fan vote for player of the week
Kenny Cox homered and drove in four runs to help the Eagles to a pair of victories.
Calkins: Jenkins fires back at Golden State calling Memphis ‘dirty.’ And the series gets even more fun.
Steve Kerr called Dillon Brooks’ play “dirty.” Taylor Jenkins was having none of it. An intense series is getting more so by the moment. Do we really have to wait until Saturday for Game 3? Dillon Brooks suspended for Game 3 vs. Warriors Taylor Jenkins fires back: Grizzlies are ‘the furthest thing from dirty’Related stories:
New LeMoyne-Owen College President Vernell Bennett-Fairs finally inaugurated
Delayed by the pandemic, LeMoyne-Owen College’s new president Vernell Bennett-Fairs was finally inaugurated this week, highlighting the college’s history while highlighting her vision to carry it into the future.
All-sports facility opens in Hernando
The 60,000-square-foot Gatorade Fieldhouse has space for training, practice and tournaments.
Metro
Voting-rights bill passes Tennessee Senate committee
SB0336, sponsored by state Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, would remove the requirements for persons convicted of certain felonies to have fully paid all court costs associated with their crime to be eligible to vote.
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Metro Tennessee Valley Authority appoints a new CEO
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Business
FedEx laying off 200+ outside Nashville
The company is closing a site in Lebanon, Tennessee, as it is ceasing service to a key customer.
Shelby County Officials seeks public comment on xAI air permit
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
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Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Memphis can’t hide from magnitude of Warriors game
The Memphis Grizzlies have a standings board that hangs outside the exit of the locker room. It’s a reminder of how important Tuesday’s game has become.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers to cut capacity at FedExForum — and add sales tax
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Food
Wing Guru owner Billy Richmond indicted
The owner of a popular Memphis wing restaurant chain has been indicted for theft and tax fraud, local court records show.
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
‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘Saint Joan’ among April theater openings
A Broadway version of classic Marilyn Monroe film — with plenty of tap-dancing — is one of several shows opening in Memphis theaters in April.
Opinion
Martin: In this Final Four, there’s a message for Memphis
Memphis won’t get the chance to get closure in San Antonio for the 2008 title game. That doesn’t mean that there still isn’t something for Penny Hardaway and Memphis to take from the last four teams remaining. Memphis forward Damarien Yates enters transfer portal, per reportRelated 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.”
Games
Word Flower: April 1
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.