Morant, Adams, Brooks combine in last seconds for Grizzlies’ 11th straight win
The Grizzlies tied the longest winning streak in franchise history by making the plays in the final seconds to edge the Cavaliers 115-114.Related story:
U.S. Attorney’s Office launches investigation into Tyre Nichols’ death
The United States Attorney’s Office, in coordination with the FBI Memphis Field Office and the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice, has opened a civil rights investigation into the death of Tyre Nichols.
Pilot in Harvest Church crash owned company in Yoakum
Steve Tucker, who was piloting a plane near Yoakum Municipal Airport when it crashed, killing him and three other passengers, was president of a saddle company located across the street from the small Texas town’s airport. Related story:
What to look for in Memphis’ game against Wichita State
While a victory against the Shockers won’t bolster the Tigers’ NCAA Tournament resume, a loss would give the group a blemish that would be hard to overlook come Selection Sunday. Kendric Davis makes Tigers and AAC history with latest awardRelated story:
Local film scene bolsters Memphis’ rank for moviemakers
Memphis moved up three notches on MovieMaker Magazine’s list of the 25 Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker.
Unofficial local LGBTQ historian dies at 69
Vincent Astor, who many considered the unofficial LGBTQ historian for the Mid-South, died on Monday, Jan. 16. Astor spent his life advocating for and raising awareness for the LGBTQ community in Memphis.
Memphis area under tornado watch until this evening
Erik Proseus, webmaster and forecaster for MemphisWeather.net, said we shouldn’t expect “great, big, monster tornados.”
Trees from Germantown Country Club to find new life
Many of the trees coming off the Germantown Country Club site will not be shipped off to a landfill. Farmington-Kimbrough Development Group wants the wood to be used for a new purpose.
TVA turns to industry panel to review winter power performance
During a MLGW board meeting Wednesday, CEO Doug McGowen indicated that load forecasting would be part of the TVA review, “because there were some real issues to talk about there.”
New director officially takes the helm at Methodist Transplant Institute
Dr. Jason Vanatta has been named program director of the Methodist Transplant Institute in Memphis, which is known for broad success with liver, kidney and pancreas transplants.
Turner, Young mayoral campaigns reflect a generation’s return to Memphis
Van Turner and Paul Young talked about returning to Memphis after college and the role that’s played in their campaigns at separate fundraisers Saturday, Jan. 14.
Connectivity key to Edge District, South Main renovations
One of the renovations will include an art gallery and retail area, as well as alley improvements.
MSCS names potential superintendent search firms
MSCS also confirmed that it will select one of the firms at its next business meeting on Jan. 31
New Carpenter Art Garden leader has hope for healing
Jazmin Miller is on course to help heal trauma on several levels, including the complicated feelings she says many Black people have with agriculture as an institution.
Grizzlies Insider: Ready to learn more about Desmond Bane?
Last week, Grizzlies beat writer Drew Hill had the chance to spend some time in Richmond, Indiana — Bane’s hometown — and talk to some of the people he grew up closely with.
Tigers Football Insider: How many transfers will make an immediate impact?
While Memphis lost some guys to the portal and graduation, the Tigers have brought in several transfers that include 11 former Power Five athletes.
Table Talk: Ice cream for breakfast and other ideas for the most important meal of the day
In other food news, it’s time to celebrate the Lunar New Year, Burns night and Portugal.
Veteran defender joins 901 FC
“Akeem is a very experienced USL defender that we are sure can come in on both ends of the pitch,” head coach Stephen Glass said in a statement.
TSSAA boys and girls basketball scoring leaders
Northpoint Christian’s Christian Gilliland leads area boys in scoring at 28.9 points per game, while Aaliyah Converse of St. George’s tops the girls with a 34.1 avg.
Metro
Officer-involved shooting leaves one person dead
The TBI believes the incident in Fayette County that prompted the response from SCSO officers was domestic violence related.
City of Memphis City Council Scorecard: Not-so-final votes on Tyre Nichols ordinances
Business
FedEx impacted by market softness but earnings beat expectations
FedEx says continued demand weakness, particularly at FedEx Express, affected its most recent earnings period.
Business Trains derailed at least 35 times in Shelby County since 2018
Sports
Five Memphis players to watch during spring camp
The Tigers brought in a hefty number of transfers to help strengthen the roster, but coach Ryan Silverfield also expects some returnees to step into bigger roles this year.
Memphis Grizzlies Dillon Brooks stars in Grizzlies win against Warriors
Food
Recipe Exchange: Muddy’s Bake Shop Therapy Brownies
When asked, Muddy’s Bake Shop owner Kat Gordon was happy to go to the vault and pull out her retired recipe for Therapy Brownies; she even made a bake-along video.
Suburbs
DeSoto County app to ‘connect’ residents with services
The app will allow users to pay court fines and car tag renewals, view land records, and receive news alerts on their mobile devices, according to DeSoto County Community Resource Director Christie Barclay.
Neighborhoods
Preservation groups call for Council review of plans to keep Coliseum
The call comes as Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland has called for a $52-million, 10,000-seat soccer stadium to be built on the city-owned land where the Coliseum now stands.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Botanic Garden blooms with Japanese culture — and cherry blossoms
The boom of Taiko drums, intricate kimonos and koi windsock crafting were just some elements of Japanese arts and culture displayed at Memphis Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Picnic.
Opinion
Echols: Taking shelter together
“Those two elderly people have lived long in this place — this Memphis we’re in now. They’ve seen a whole lot of water flow under that bridge downtown.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: David Roddy on the rise
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the recent success of David Roddy, and where he fits with the Grizzlies moving forward.