The Orpheum announces its 2023-24 Broadway season
The new season debuts Oct. 10 with “Funny Girl” and continues with new-to-Memphis musicals and classic favorites.
Monday prep report: Collierville continues hot start with win over CBHS
Strong pitching, opportunistic bats key for the Dragons as they improve to 10-1.
Prosecutors to seek death penalty against Ezekiel Kelly
Kelly, 20, is accused of carrying out a shooting spree on Sept. 7, 2022, that left three people dead and three others injured.
Memphis Americans coach suspended one day after post-match incident at Landers Center
A scuffle between the Memphis Americans and the Tampa Bay Strikers after a weekend showdown resulted in a one-day suspension for a coach from both teams.
‘One of the finest pubs in Ireland’ in Memphis: Bog & Barley opens next week
To build out the new Bog & Barley, 447 pieces of the restaurant were built in Ireland, taken apart, boxed up, shipped here and then reassembled. Here’s a sneak peek before it opens next week.
Three adults, three children killed in shooting at Nashville private school
All three children had gunshot wounds, officials said. They were pronounced dead upon arrival at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital. The identities of the deceased have now been released.
Two-vehicle accident includes school bus, critically injures two
Officers with the Memphis Police Department responded to the crash at East Mallory Avenue and Prospect Street at 4:46 p.m.
Davis, Williams accept invitations to Portsmouth Invitational Tournament
Davis and Williams will have a chance to showcase their abilities in front of several NBA scouts.
Olive Branch collecting supplies for Mississippi tornado victims
As Mississippi cities strive to recover from recent storms, the City of Olive Branch is collecting needed goods to help the Mississippians affected by the devastating weather.
Grizzlies Insider: Dillon Brooks wants Memphis to bring playoff atmosphere
“We are building up to it, and once we get (to the playoffs) I know it’s going to be rocking regardless of the score,” says Brooks.
Quindell Johnson runs strong 40-yard dash at Memphis Pro Day
The main question mark for NFL scouts surrounding safety Quindell Johnson was his 40-yard dash. Johnson felt confident in the time he ran at Memphis Pro Day.
Martin: For Memphis basketball, youth is not the answer
A year after Penny Hardaway eschewed high school recruiting completely, Memphis currently has six commitments in the 2023 class.
After Tyre Nichols’ death, Memphis turns to tough-on-crime policies
Memphis is still focused on crime even as it does some introspection about police in the wake of Tyre Nichols’ death.
Vote for the high school spring sports athlete of the week, Week 2
Standouts from Bartlett, Central, Collierville, Houston, Hutchison, Lausanne, Northpoint and St. Benedict are up for consideration this week.
Gov. Lee wants more funding for crisis pregnancy centers despite skepticism
Support for crisis pregnancy centers is part of Lee’s “pro-life” agenda after the Supreme Court ended the right to abortion. Many medical experts say these centers are unethical because they mislead clients and prioritize anti-abortion advocacy.
Final Four Memories: The cutting room floor
Fifty years ago, members of the 1972-73 Memphis State basketball program made memories before, during and after the team’s run to the NCAA Tournament. Here are some deserving to be picked up, dusted off and shared.
How one organization teaches kids to care about the world around them
“I always say that my job is to come in and teach them to be champions for the planet,” said Emma Simmons of Clean Memphis.
Metro
As temps dip, what can Mid-South expect this winter?
The Mid-South tends to be in a “battle zone” of temperatures and passing fronts, causing the area to alternate between warm and very cold.
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Metro Shelby County Chancellor dismisses gun-group lawsuit against city
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Business
College students want to flip a house in every state — starting in Memphis
The two are documenting their progress on TikTok where viewers can watch the process of redeveloping a house and where they will go next.
Premium Business Elves on the shelves — and ladders and roofs
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Sports
Grizzlies fall to Thunder as Ja Morant looks to break out of slump
“The shot hasn’t been falling for him in some of these games,” Tuomas Iisalo said about Ja Morant. “That’s something that we can live with. It’s going to come around.”
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Food
What to order: Boiling Fish at Petals of a Peony earns Michelin attention with fiery finesse
At Petals of a Peony, after the plates are cleared, the soft tingle of pepper and the warmth of that final bite linger — the kind of souvenir you can’t pack up.
Suburbs
Bartlett has plan to save Quail Ridge Golf Course, but residents disagree about path forward
“This plan seems like a really good idea,” one resident said. “This is the same TIF that was rejected before,” said another.
Arts & Culture
Elves on the shelves — and ladders and roofs
Jack Albert and Jordan Veilleux don’t just install Christmas lights. They dress in elf costumes, play holiday music and talk and pose for photos with the kids.
Opinion
Calkins: Maybe these Memphis Tigers aren’t so bad, after all. Maybe they’re even fun.
When Simon Majok hit a 3-pointer, Memphis fans may have asked: “Wait, who is that again?” Majok was one of the happy surprises as another Tiger season tipped off.
Podcasts
Public holds GOP responsible for ongoing government shutdown, Cohen says
U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen has been a vocal critic of President Donald Trump but agreed on “Behind The Headlines” with Trump’s assessment of the set of elections this past week that saw Democratic victory.
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Petals of a Michelin
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo of the crispy duck at Petals of a Peony and was taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber.