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
This Week in Memphis: Sentencings set in Nichols case, Juneteenth and Pride
Also happening this week: Former Shelby County Commissioner Sidney Chism holds his annual political picnic, and the Shelby County Health Department hosts a community fair.
Spirit of Memphis Gallery: It was City vs County on the court
Public Safety Juvenile detention center transfer to occur by October
Premium Shelby County In critical week ahead, County Commission will wrangle budget and tax rate
Business
Germantown considering bank in medical district
The Planning Commission unanimously endorsed plans for adding West Tennessee Bank to the collection of medical offices in Wolf River Professional Center.
Premium Lakeland Moribund Lake District project gets jump start
Premium Real Estate Inked: Former Germantown coffee spot becomes salon
Business Memphis Chamber’s new council, execs will foster global biz, city workforce
Sports
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:
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Redbirds drop finale at Stripers, hold on for series victory
Memphis Grizzlies Memphis trades Desmond Bane
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tigers football coach celebrating Father’s Day with new twins
Food
Winner, winner, chicken dinner: First Raising Cane’s in Memphis area opens
Chicken-finger fanatics, cheerleaders and an Elvis impersonator flocked to the popular chain restaurant for a combo meal and a chance to win free Cane’s for a year.
Suburbs
Fitness Center updates progress under Collierville ownership
The parks and recreation director told the Board of Mayor and Aldermen many people like the small atmosphere and that there is little waiting for equipment.
Arts & Culture
Where them fans at? Line dancing steps into the spotlight
In parks and studios across Memphis, line dancing is drawing people together through shared steps, soulful music and a spirit of joy.
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: Zach Edey will miss the start of the season. What now?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington react to the news Zach Edey will be reevaluated in four months following ankle surgery.