Calkins: Ja Morant is back. But he’s ‘uncomfortable’ in his return.
Ja Morant may be back — but he’s not exactly himself. Given everything that has happened in his life lately, isn’t that a good thing?
Ja Morant discusses mental health ahead of return
The superstar guard stepped behind a microphone for the first time since rejoining the Memphis Grizzlies following a suspension for conduct detrimental to the league. Herrington: Morant is set to return, but the Grizzlies weren’t just waiting aroundRelated story:
Tigers look for quarterback Seth Henigan to take full control of the team
Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan is entering his third year as the starter and offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey wants to see his leadership jump to the next level.
Cummings K-8 Optional School ceiling repairs in the works
A tentative repair contract shows a projected final completion date of Aug. 15, a week after the new school year is set to start.
Memphis seeing more state troopers not just on highways but on ‘our city streets’
Local and state officials hope to continue to see more Tennessee Highway Patrol officers in Memphis and Shelby County, a number that could be helped by a potential $10,000 bonus each year for any trooper assigned to the area.
Party bus rules pass first checkpoint
Memphis City Council members advance an ordinance for party buses. Supporters of the ordinance cite a lack of regulations and public disturbance problems for Downtown patrons.
Memphis mayoral residency referendum clears first reading
A charter amendment that would require candidates for Memphis mayor and City Council to live in the city at least a year before election day could be headed to voters in 2024.
MLGW power provider bid process was flawed, consultants say
In the summer of 2022, the price of natural gas spiked. While the rest of the companies interested in MLGW’s power supply contract adjusted their prices, TVA was still using pricing prior to that time. Their bid came in lower, and everyone else’s came in higher — much higher.
Horn Lake will allow sale of medical marijuana
Horn Lake joins Olive Branch, Hernando and DeSoto County in its decision to opt in to the state program.
Scooter’s Coffee drive-thrus planned for Memphis area
A Midwestern coffee chain is looking at a new location in Arlington. The town’s Planning Commission considered the application at its meeting earlier this week.
Collierville ponders updates to nepotism policy
Collierville is updating its nepotism policy, allowing a wider range of applicants for open positions.
MPD averages 5.5 auto theft arrests per day
The MPD figures came during an update on specialized units during a Memphis City Council Committee meeting Tuesday, March 21.
City Council could seek $15M in MPD raises, possibly with tax increase
The Memphis City Council could consider boosting Memphis Police Department pay by $15 million and it could take a tax increase to do it.
MSCS State of the District 2023: Better teacher pay, a new facilities plan and an academics review
Interim Superintendent Toni Williams said a 10-year plan is in the works that would entail looking at building utilization, enrollment, school combinations, new buildings and wrap-around services for students.
Dillon Brooks suspended one game for 18th technical foul
The Grizzlies guard will miss his third game this season due to a suspension. He leads the NBA in technical fouls with 18.
Tigers Basketball Insider: Here’s who Memphis is targeting in transfer portal
Penny Hardaway and the Tigers will be aggressive in the transfer portal again.
Morant to return; Grizzlies held steady without him
A funny thing happened in Morant’s absence, or maybe didn’t happen: While Morant’s season was sidetracked, the team’s was not.
Buster’s owners opening butcher shop next door
“We’re excited. We feel like the market is underserved for independent butchers, and it’s great that we’ll have butchers who know to cook,” said one of the store’s owners.
Citywide LED streetlight replacement program begins
Memphis will spend $42 million to replace all 77,000 of its high-pressure sodium streetlights by the end of the year — a move that is equivalent to taking about 10,000 cars off the road.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Will Memphis be a Champion or a Challenger? Or neither?
What will happen to Memphis’ spot on the PGA tour and one of Memphians’ favorite events?
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Education Federal judge orders halt on MSCS takeover
Premium Education Job ready: Some Youth Villages students get hands-on with a forklift
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Business
Inked: Ross, Hibbett land at Memphis-area shopping center
Plus, local investors add to their retail holdings in Southeast Memphis, and a hotel near Wolfchase Galleria sold for $5.5 million.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers: Youth Villages names chief of staff
Business SpaceX’s internet service cuts rates for Memphis-area customers
Premium Transportation & Logistics More funding needed for MATA, transit advocates say
Business Meet The Daily Memphian’s summer 2026 interns
Sports
Memphis athletic department sets fundraising record for second straight year
The Tigers received nine pledges of at least $1 million during the 2025-26 fiscal year, which is two more than the previous year.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Sorting through the Grizzlies’ Santi Aldama trade
Sports U of M women’s soccer opens regular season on Aug. 12 vs. Kennesaw State
Premium Spirit of Memphis A year after a car crashed into the patio, World Cup fever is helping Celtic Crossing score
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies trade Santi Aldama for draft assets, AJ Johnson
Food
$15 Deal: The Beauty Shop’s Thai Cobb salad
The Thai Cobb salad was one of The Daily Memphian’s late food writer Jennifer Biggs’ favorite things.
Food News Coletta’s to close Appling Road location after almost 30 years
Suburbs
DeSoto County supervisor suing the state about special judicial district created last year
At issue is the passage of two Mississippi laws last year giving DeSoto County two additional judgeships.
Public Safety Former DeSoto County teacher sentenced for child pornography
Arts & Culture
Independence Day fun, ‘Incognito’ art and beer mile that’s not really a mile
In this week’s To-Do List, we tell you where to get red, white and boozy and how to see Kirk Whalum play for free.
Visual Arts Anti-AI show-and-tell is all about generating interest in ‘real artists’
Opinion
Calkins: The Ja Morant era is finally over. Why did it come to this?
“The Grizzlies have finally traded Ja Morant, the biggest star they may ever have. But by the end they just wanted him gone.”Related content:
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Will Memphis be a Champion or a Challenger? Or neither?
What will happen to Memphis’ spot on the PGA tour and one of Memphians’ favorite events?
Metro The AM/DM podcast: All about the new Memphis Art Museum
Games
Sudoku: July 1
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