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
Who pays when Memphis police work special events?
MPD spends more than a million dollars a year on overtime to staff special events. But it’s billing for only 60%, leaving taxpayers on the hook for the other 40%.
Spirit of Memphis ‘Harder than it looks': Newcomers give curling a whirl at Mid-South Ice House
Premium Public Safety Crime victims’ safety net unraveling with continued cuts
Metro Storms bring strong wind, heavy rainfall but no major damage
Business
Le Bonheur leader wants Heart Institute to be ‘center of excellence’
Dr. Bret Mettler is a new leader at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital’s growing Heart Institute, which boasts a slew of recently recruited pediatric cardiologists and heart surgeons from around the country.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Real Estate Virginia-based firm bringing new senior community to Cordova
Real Estate New residential neighborhood planned near Mike Rose complex
Sports
Grizzlies Insider: Bane sets his hate-watch schedule, Grizz NCAA tourney picks
Just like everyone else, Memphis’ professional superstars will be filling out their brackets this week.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Kings 132, Grizzlies 122
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Former Tiger Tony Madlock leads Alabama State to the Big Dance
Bartlett Bradley Central races past Bartlett for Class 4A title
Food
Rappers, a grocery company and a retiree rally behind Cxffeeblack
“Coffee brings people to the table,” Cxffeeblack founder Bartholomew Jones said.
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.”
Arts & Culture
Rappers, a grocery company and a retiree rally behind Cxffeeblack
“Coffee brings people to the table,” Cxffeeblack founder Bartholomew Jones said.
Opinion
Opinion: Building a new jail won’t make us safer
Foster: “By prioritizing community investment, Shelby County can address the root causes of crime rather than perpetuating a cycle of incarceration.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Fresh takes on craft cocktails at Bar Limina
Guest bartenders, craft cocktails and charcuterie are all on the menu for Bar Limina, set to open in the coming weeks in Edge District.