Late Stax Records founder Jim Stewart to receive ‘special’ Grammy
Other Memphians to receive the award include Sun Records founder Sam Phillips (1991), Beale Street jazz legend W.C. Handy (1993) and Royal Studios impresario Willie Mitchell (2008).
Friday prep report: Haynes heats up for Briarcrest in victory over East
Junior scores 24 points as Saints improve to 21-1.
Chase bank set to enter Memphis market
Chase, which reported assets of $3.31 trillion in 2022, plans to open at least six branches in the Memphis area and employ eight to 10 people at each location.
Memphis hires special teams coordinator
Announcement comes as the hiring of a new offensive line coach falls through for the Tigers.
Penny Hardaway says Tigers’ communication, chemistry ‘off a little bit’
After Sunday’s loss to Tulane — the second straight game in which Memphis gave up 86 or more points — coach believes some unforeseen issues are to blame for the Tigers’ recent hiccups.Related story:
Suspect charged in connection with death of Barshay Wilson
The 22-year -old man told police that he and another person shot the University of Memphis nursing student and dumped his body, according to an affidavit.
Helen of Troy rep says national layoffs won’t hit DeSoto hard
While Helen of Troy announced a 10% worldwide workforce reduction this week, the layoffs should not have a significant impact on the company operations in DeSoto County.
Conaway: If they’re smart, I’m an idiot
“We, as a nation, can send and receive detailed and color-enhanced images from the depths of outer space revealing new galaxies and black holes, while we, as mere mortals, can’t find a cable or satellite service that can give us a dependable picture in a rain shower.”
Herrington: The Grizzlies have a wing problem. Can the trade market fix it?
Will the Grizzlies’ wing rotation be playoff-ready by springtime? If not, should they look to the next month’s trade market for help?
Social Club: Three 6 fans say goodbye to Gangsta Boo; Ja 1s get a reaction
Basketball fans on Twitter think Ja Morant’s new signature shoe isn’t so original.
Transfer defensive lineman commits to Memphis
A former Florida Atlantic University defensive end has announced his commitment to join the Tigers.Related story:
Talking Grizzlies defense, sophomores and the trade market with John Hollinger
Chris Herrington and The Athletic’s John Hollinger talk about the defensive rise of Dillon Brooks, the sophomore seasons of Santi Aldama and Ziaire Williams and how the Grizzlies might approach the trade market.
Daily Memphian finds ‘unicorn’ for digital director
Holly Whitfield of the “I Love Memphis” blog will join The Daily Memphian in February as its digital director, leading a team of seven digital producers and two content creators.
Memphis museum system changing staffing model, contract with city
Memphis Museum Inc., which manages MoSH, Lichterman Nature Center, the Magevney House and the Mallory-Neely House, will operate as an independent entity under a new, still-developing contract with the City of Memphis.
Daily Memphian 2022 postseason football awards
Here are this year’s Daily Memphian postseason football awards, honoring our offensive and defensive players of the year along with special teams, freshman and coach recognition as well as our all-metro teams for the 2022 season.
Opinion: Memphians are sick and tired of excuses about crime
The case for building a bigger local jail, adding more judges and courtrooms, and changing how bail is handled.
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Calkins: Lindenwood minister has a podcast dedicated to ... TCU football?
They say that college football is a religion in the South. Does that mean that ministers are its podcasters? Meet Geoff Mitchell, the senior minister at Lindenwood Christian Church, who also hosts a popular podcast about TCU football.
Making of ‘Elvis,’ the movie, exhibit punctuates birthday week of Elvis, the man
As the “Elvis” movie looks ahead to possible Oscar nominations, an exhibit about the making of the film opens at Graceland.
Ruffin’s legacy at St. George’s: Championships, a court and a brotherhood
The former basketball coach molded the lives of his players while building the Gryphons’ program into a state power.
Briarcrest, St. Agnes standouts win player of the week fan vote
Cooper Haynes and Natalie Bryant are named The Daily Memphian’s boys and girls basketball players of the week.
Metro
Four Tenn. Legislature incumbents win reelection at filing deadline
Here’s what the 16 races for seats in the Tennessee legislature representing Shelby County looked like at the Tuesday deadline to get on the Aug. 6 ballot. Check out the full list for all of the races via a link in the story.
Spirit of Memphis Memphis Amateur Sports Hall of Fame adding 13 new members
Public Safety Court upholds conviction for man accused of killing rapper Young Dolph
Education As forensic audit results loom, MSCS to update certain processes
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Business
Building connections: Bartlett hosts 28th annual Business, Health and Home Expo
The annual Bartlett business expo provides an opportunity for local companies dealing in everything from health care to meals to bookkeeping to promote their services.
Business Wing Guru owner gets diversion but must repay more than $335,000
Real Estate February home sales up with a busy spring expected
Business Power-transformer maker plans to construct $30M manufacturing building
Health Care Company with two Memphis offices hit in suspected Iran-based cyberattack
Sports
Grizzlies overwhelmed in the paint, take seventh straight loss
Rookie Javon Small, who notched a new career-high 23 off the bench, led the Memphis scoring.Related content:
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High School Sports Bartlett falls to Cookeville in BlueCross Class 4A semis
Food
Mississippi restaurant to take over San Diego Cantina spot
An opening of the long-empty San Diego Cantina in East Memphis seems to be on the horizon. Plus, a Petals of a Peony’s to-go restaurant is opening near the University of Memphis.
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Suburbs
Collierville threatens to sue over unfinished hotel
An unfinished hotel near Carriage Crossing has become a bit of a mess, and Collierville will take legal action if the developer doesn’t straighten up.
Elections In the suburban school board races, some candidates will have to win twice
Arts & Culture
St. Patrick’s Day fun, Brazilian food and unlimited coffee
In this week’s To-Do List, Crosstown Arts opens spring exhibitions, the daffodils come in all colors at the Dixon and the Orpheum reveals its next Broadway lineup.
Premium Arts & Culture National Civil Rights Museum open seven days a week in March
Opinion
Calkins: Lionel Hollins has never left Memphis — or stopped working to make it a better place.
Lionel Hollins is the new board chair of Heal the Hood. Why has he stayed in Memphis for 23 years? Because our purpose is lift others up.
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Time to shamrock out for St. Patrick’s
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations start early this year, with parades and parties beginning Saturday, March 14.
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Games
Sudoku: March 13
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