Calkins: Happy Grizz week! (Also: Go Timberwolves!)
The Lakers host the Timberwolves Tuesday for the right to meet the Grizzlies in the first round of the playoffs. I think I speak for Grizzlies fans everywhere when I say: “Go T-Wolves!”
Shelby County Commission could reappoint Pearson Wednesday
Justin Pearson, D-Memphis, and former State Rep. Justin Jones were expelled from the Tennessee House of Representatives last week.
Grizzlies fall to Thunder, learn potential first-round opponents
Kenneth Lofton Jr. scored 42 points in a loss on Sunday at Oklahoma City. The Grizzlies will play Game 1 against the winner of the play-in game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, April 16. Related story:
Jonathan Pierre had a breakthrough and ‘never looked back.’ Now he’s a Tiger.
Two years ago, Jonathan Pierre was an unranked senior at Hallandale High without many options. Memphis lands commitment from Division-II transfer Jonathan PierreRelated stories:
Keonté Kennedy enters transfer portal, not expected to return to Tigers
Children hunt more than 2,000 Easter eggs at the Dixon
Kids made a dash to snag colorful eggs at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens’ annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 8.
Tigers rugby team headed to national championship
The University of Memphis team landed a spot at nationals after they toppled rival Auburn University April 1 at the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference’s Olympic Rugby Sevens Championship.
Keonté Kennedy enters transfer portal, not expected to return to Tigers
Kennedy averaged 9.2 points and 2.6 rebounds per game through 25 contests for the Tigers.
Countdown at American Paper Optics starts now for 2024 eclipse
Bartlett-based American Paper Optics, the largest manufacturer of 3D glasses in the world, prepares as one of the biggest solar eclipses that many adults will experience in their lifetimes approaches.
Germantown officials tune into residents’ noise complaints
Germantown is looking at tightening its regulations around property maintenance and noise.
Echols: ‘And that’s Easter’
“I’ll admit that the Easter bunny is cute and tons of fun – he swings by our house every year. The eggs are nice. The flowers are a delight. In their own ways, they all point to new life. But there is nothing that compares with celebrating what it means for humanity that Jesus walked out of that tomb.”
MPD hiring expo offers chance to make a difference
“The best thing is to be someone who cares about their community,” MPD Public Information Officer Theresa Carlson said. “... someone who can listen and talk to people.”
Nonprofits are helping bridge the socioeconomic gap
The Collective Blueprint is one part of an attempted solution to the city’s crime and poverty problems, a solution beyond the traditional approaches tried by leaders.
Grizzlies make roster moves with Steven Adams likely out for playoffs
The Grizzlies center is likely to miss the rest of the season. Memphis also made changes to add another frontcourt player to its playoff roster.
Movers & Shakers
Trezevant, Archer Malmo, Memphis University School, ALSAC and WLOK announce promotions and additions.
Metro
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
Metro Application open for General Sessions judicial vacancy
City of Memphis SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plant
Premium Spirit of Memphis Governor, local elected officials attend Veterans Village grand opening in Memphis
Public Safety State rules, if followed, should have prevented child’s death in hot bus
Business
Memphis City Council to consider data center moratorium
Memphis, a city known nationwide for SpaceXAI, may take legislative steps to pause data center development. All of Elon Musk’s existing local data centers are in industrial districts and are unlikely to be affected by an ordinance. SpaceXAI once again said it will restart work on water plantRelated content:
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Sports
Photo gallery: Playing it cool at FESJC
The Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber captures some of the world’s best golfers sweating it out at TPC Southwind as they compete at the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
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Food
Recipe Exchange: Hog & Hominy’s peanut butter and banana pie
The pie marries a creamy peanut butter pie filling and a classic banana pudding into one over-the-top layered dessert.
Food News Westy’s to close this weekend, but annual holiday dinners should continue
Suburbs
Collierville reschedules meeting to decide fire chief’s fate
The decision came only hours before the board was scheduled to discuss the fate of John Selberg, who was placed on administrative leave with pay earlier this week.
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Arts & Culture
Memphis rap goes viral at FedEx St. Jude Championship
Pro golfers are building hype on social media with Memphis rap. Now they’ve got to back it up on the course.
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Opinion
Opinion: Beware of impersonation scams
“No government agency will threaten to arrest you or take legal action against you if you don’t send them money immediately.”
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Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Sudoku: Aug. 15
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?