Memphis Grizzlies trade for Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart
The Grizzlies reportedly trade Tyus Jones in three-team deal that gains Boston guard Marcus Smart. The former Defensive Player of the Year is a strong defender and a proven veteran.
Herrington: The Grizzlies filled two needs in one big, surprising move
The 29-year-old Smart has been the starting point guard for one of the NBA’s best teams in recent years. He’s also a former Defensive Player of the Year.
The Daily Memphian: Poll on crime shows residents want more from leaders
“While much of the national conversation about crime devolves into partisan divides and oversimplifications, in Memphis, the attitudes are more complicated and nuanced.”
901 FC puts four past to blank Tulsa in emphatic win
Debut of academy player Calvin Harrison rounds off a good night at AutoZone Park.
Community thinks crime is ‘much higher’ than 5 years ago
The Daily Memphian commissioned a scientific poll to reveal both city and county residents' perceptions of local crime, and the results are in.
After renovation, sunlight streams into Gaston Community Center again
The windows surrounding three sides of the city’s first and oldest community center were boarded up nearly 50 years ago. The $4 million renovation formally opened Wednesday, June 21, bringing natural light back to the gym, while adding other uses to the center.
Hardaway’s attorney recommends Tigers coach appeal NCAA suspension
Penny Hardaway’s attorney, Don Jackson, believes the NCAA’s three-game suspension for Hardaway is an unfair punishment. Penny Hardaway suspended for first three games of 2023-24 season NCAA to discuss decision regarding Memphis’ recent recruiting violations caseRelated stories:
Mother of 4-year-old found dead was ‘afraid to come forth,’ lawyer says
“We have to be with our kids through the good and the bad times and this so happens to be one of the bad times I need to be with my daughter,” Clayton Jackson, Brittney’s father said.
Table Talk: Summer’s (officially) here. Let’s eat!
As summer comes, so does the era of the tomato, which is great on a BLT or for a good cause. Plus, Jerry’s Sno Cones and Mempops help stave off the heat.
Memphis City Council Scorecard: How a redistricting plan died
The Daily Memphian’s City Council Scorecard looks at how a significant change in council district lines ahead of the October city elections came to an abrupt halt earlier this month.
MLGW CEO: Performance ‘not where you need it to be’
Doug McGowen said he is working to improve the service Memphis Light Gas and Water Division provides to residents as if the company has to earn their service.
Jennifer Sink could leave Memphis City Hall for MLGW
Memphis City Attorney Jennifer Sink could soon leave her post at City Hall and join MLGW as general counsel.
Buckley: The NCAA is watching, Penny
“Be on notice, Penny: The NCAA evidently is watching Memphis, its track record being what it is all the way back to the early 1980s.”
More than 100 previously unreleased Stax recordings made public this week
A 7-CD box set brings together 146 demos from the legendary label, including 140 previously unreleased recordings.
DeSoto County broadband extension seeing progress in Delta
The first household customers to get broadband extended to underserved areas are expected to be tapped to sign on for service next month.
Hernando aldermen vote to allow food trucks — with conditions
Hernando aldermen approved allowing food trucks in the DeSoto County city, but not at the expense of existing brick-and-mortar restaurants.
Tigers Football Insider: Memphis has already landed 2024 commitments
The Tigers have four prospects committed to the 2024 class with three of them announcing in a three-day span to start the week.
Three Showboats make All-USFL team
Offensive tackle Jarron Jones, defensive lineman John Atkins and receiver Vinny Papale earned All-USFL honors.
Herrington: This NBA draft, will ‘Trader Zach’ have the Grizzlies on the move again?
Memphis general manager Zach Kleiman goes into Thursday night’s NBA draft with a history of wheelin’ and dealin’.
Here’s how to celebrate Fourth of July in the Memphis area
Fireworks, parades and community events will be held across the Memphis area in celebration of Independence Day 2023.
Meet The Daily Memphian’s summer 2023 interns
This is the fourth cohort of interns to land at The Daily Memphian since the site relaunched its internship program following the onset of COVID-19.
Metro
MSCS forensic audit to include new TennCare review
Auditors reviewed three years of Memphis-Shelby County Schools’ finances and its current internal controls, prompted by lawmakers’ request for an audit in 2025. A final report is expected July 8.
City of Memphis MPD chief dismissed from Tyré Nichols civil lawsuit
Shelby County State opens applications for 2 new divisions of Shelby County Criminal Court
Elections Incumbents qualify for November suburban election as newcomers emerge
Shelby County 201 Poplar goes back to work
Business
Memphis Art Museum rooftop sign approved
A Downtown Memphis Commission board gave the green light for the new Memphis Art Museum’s signage, including a code deviation.
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Sports
A year after a car crashed into the patio, World Cup fever is helping Celtic Crossing score
Complete with its new patio, Celtic Crossing is packed with fans watching the World Cup — especially the U.S. matches. As owner DJ Naylor said, “There’s life in the old dog years.”
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Sports 19th ranked woman headlines players for Memphis Classic
Food
Table Talk: A night with no mis-steaks
Bar Limina hosted a sold-out Steak Night late last month with chefs from Kinfolk, Hard Times Deli and Gussied Up.
Premium Sports A year after a car crashed into the patio, World Cup fever is helping Celtic Crossing score
Suburbs
Incumbents qualify for November suburban election as newcomers emerge
Who has pulled petitions for the Nov. 3 ballot for suburban general elections so far?
North Mississippi A new law could create a list of immigrants illegally living in Mississippi
Arts & Culture
Memphis Art Museum rooftop sign approved
A Downtown Memphis Commission board gave the green light for the new Memphis Art Museum’s signage, including a code deviation.
Premium Arts & Culture Local’s ‘Jeopardy!’ run comes to an end — for now
Opinion
Herrington: In Morant trade, a chance for player, team to finally move on
Both the Memphis Grizzlies and Ja Morant needed a fresh start. Now they both have it.Related content:
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Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant traded, Summer League preview
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the trade that sent Morant to Portland and set up for Summer League 2026.
Memphis Grizzlies The AM/DM podcast: Who’s on the Grizz’s new menu
Games
Sudoku: June 30
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?