Calkins: As Tigers aim for the tournament, DeAndre Williams shows them the way
DeAndre Williams is determined to lead the Tigers through this critical stretch because making the NCAA Tournament never gets old.
Celtics bury Grizzlies from 3-point line
The Celtics made 21 3-pointers in the game, a mark the Grizzlies have hit just once since 2019. Related story:
Memphis uses strong second half to pick up key AAC win over Temple
The Tigers withstood one final blow (a 12-0 run) from their opponent to come out with 86-77 victory over the Owls on Sunday morning. Box Score: Memphis 86, Temple 77 Buckley: Penny Hardaway and the Tigers can’t escape the bubble talkRelated:
Love goes wild at the Memphis Zoo
The pre-Valentine’s Day weekend “Love Wild” event allowed Memphis Zoo guests to eat while watching a keeper chat about African penguins, starring the renowned Dexter.
Stinky business: Memphis, suburbs push sewer capacity
Sewer systems can have a major impact on growth. Memphis and its suburbs have a sometimes complicated relationship when it comes to that business.
Justin Pearson sworn in as newest Tennessee state representative — in a dashiki
In a General Assembly dominated by Republicans, an incident over the dress code was the first test of how freely Pearson can express his values — without antagonizing colleagues whose help he’ll need to pass legislation.
Tornadoes are deadlier in Mid-South; NOAA wants to know why
The largest tornado field study in more than a decade kicked off its second round of data collection from Memphis recently.
‘Tina’ — and Katori — travel aways to come back home again
“Tina — The Tina Turner Musical” has landed in the region that raised both singer Tina Turner and writer Katori Hall, the women who made the musical possible.
Former Tiger Joey Magnifico joins Memphis coaching staff
Former Memphis tight end Joey Magnifico is joining the coaching staff as a graduate assistant after spending the last two years coaching at St. Benedict. Related story:
Lumalier rides power of UV to disinfect, cut carbon
The Memphis-based company, which harnesses ultraviolet light to kill germs, has seen business skyrocket even as the COVID pandemic wanes.
Student-led forum talks solutions for MATA transit issues
Members of the reform group Stop Poverty with Policy have been riding MATA bus routes in recent months to understand how transit issues affect passengers’ everyday lives.
Echols: A letter to the men of Memphis
“Our lives have been stolen from us. Even the biggest, baddest, most intimidating woman you know is looking over her shoulder at every turn.”
Collierville reports strong sales tax revenue as budget preparations begin
The town will receive its portion of December sales tax at the end of this month. So the nearly $14 million collected thus far doesn’t account for the holiday spending.
Metro
State’s MSCS takeover push an ‘opportunistic grab,’ board member says
Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members appear poised to pass a pair of resolutions committed to improving governance and opposing legislation that would put state appointees in charge of overseeing the school system.Related content:
City of Memphis MAS euthanizes another 104 dogs after second distemper outbreak
City of Memphis Memphis City Council approves $80M in cash for arena renovations
Business
UTHSC College of Medicine names Michael Hocker as its new dean
Dr. Michael Hocker will replace Dr. G. Nicholas Verne, a gastroenterologist and physician scientist who has served as UTHSC College of Medicine interim dean since Dr. Scott Strome resigned from his position in 2023.
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Sports
Former Bartlett standout Amarr Knox’s layup lifts Alabama State to NCAA play-in victory
Alabama State, coached by former Memphis Tigers player and assistant coach Tony Madlock, will advance in the NCAA Tournament to play No. 1 overall seed Auburn on Thursday.
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City of Memphis Memphis City Council approves $80M in cash for arena renovations
Food
Sound Bites: 10 years of Memphis Black Restaurant Week
It’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week through March 22, and as the event’s founder, Cynthia Daniels does her best to taste, try or at least stop by each of the 20 participating restaurants.
Suburbs
Bartlett mayor touts business, community growth at State of the City
“We don’t want to become a warehouse city,” Chamber of Commerce President John Threadgill said at the event. “We want to become very selective ... We want high-paying jobs.”
Neighborhoods
Grounding the Flyway: Construction continues on latest Tom Lee Park project
The Flyway, a boardwalk and observation deck off the river, continued Tuesday, March 18, when work crews dug two 50-foot holes and filled them with reinforced concrete.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Snow White’ opens Friday
After updating “The Lion King” and “The Little Mermaid” in a semi-live-action style, Disney goes back to its theatrical roots with “Snow White.”
Opinion
Calkins: Remember that girl who gave Hardaway a bracelet? She’s Seattle-bound — courtesy of FedEx
Eleven-year-old Maci Barrett gave Penny Hardaway a bracelet expressing her support for the coach. Now FedEx is flying Maci and her family to Seattle for the NCAA Tournament.
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Sound Bites: 10 years of Memphis Black Restaurant Week
It’s Memphis Black Restaurant Week through March 22, and as the event’s founder, Cynthia Daniels does her best to taste, try or at least stop by each of the 20 participating restaurants.