‘Selfishness’ costs Tigers again against UAB. It could cost them their season.
“If your (main) goal is not for the team that’s on the front of your chest to win the game, then you’re thinking about yourself,” Tigers center Malcolm Dandridge said.
Tigers break down in second half, fall to UAB in third straight loss
Memphis dropped its third straight game for the first time under coach Penny Hardaway since the 2021-22 season. ‘Selfishness’ costs Tigers again against UAB. It could cost them their season.Related stories:
Pacers make Grizzlies pay, pull away in closing minutes
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This Week in Memphis: County Commission votes on civilian review board; PRSA honors Biggs
Also happening this week: The two individuals charged in the death of St. Jude researcher Alexander Bulakhov are back in court, and you can help break a world record at FedExForum.
Soulful awards brunch caps five-day festival honoring Black dance
The International Association of Blacks in Dance ended its 34th annual conference with its “The Soul Must Dance” Gospel Performance and Scholarship Awards Brunch.
Ambitious new collection aims to capture breadth of ‘Memphis Blues’
This 534-song, 20-CD collection stitches a rich tapestry of a mostly lost Memphis, mapping the city, naming the infamous and celebrating the food.
Let your hair down at District 12, a bar for millennial trendsetters
The 5,000-square-foot nightspot at 6642 Winchester Road will serve hand-crafted cocktails and small plates alongside live entertainment from various musical artists.
The Memphis Grizzlies have a game plan for Downtown and Beale Street
Memphis government and the Grizzlies are seeking more money for $500-million-plus in renovations to FedExForum and working toward a lease extension, but another lease could also involve changes to the area around the arena.
Memphis housing doesn’t help when it comes to extreme temps
“A lot of our residents just don’t have enough money to make regular repairs or regular upgrades to their homes, especially if they are living in one of those older homes,” said Ashley Cash, the city’s housing director.
After this Memphis writer discovered her heritage, she turned it into a story
“1666: A Novel” is Lora Chilton’s nod to her father’s people and the devastation they suffered from the colonizers in Virginia.
Veterans find healing through ‘the magic of writing a song’
Chattanooga-based Freedom Sings USA and the Department of Veteran Affairs presented a two-day music therapy event at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center at 1030 Jefferson Ave.
Collierville’s economic-development champion is retiring
In the last 10 years, Collierville has grown to 53,500 residents, and there’s one man who’s been an integral part of bringing businesses to town and spurring progress in the suburb: John Duncan.
County budget retreat: missing figures, job vacancies and ‘gobbledygook’
Shelby County commissioners and about 40 other people including county finance and other division leaders met at Shelby Farms ahead of Mayor Lee Harris’ budget proposal.
These all-terrain angels braved icy roads to help health care workers
The recent freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall were no match for members of the Mid-South Jeep Club who shifted into gear to transport hundreds of health care workers to hospitals across the region.
Opinion: Private school choice isn’t the answer for Tennessee
“We need to continue to focus our efforts on building and strengthening a robust system of public school choice that delivers for all types of learners and families of every background.”
Opinion: Look at the facts, not the hysteria, on school choice
“I had a positive experience in public schools. I don’t, however, find it impossible to believe that the same school that worked for me ... isn’t the best fit for every other child in my community.”
Greenstein: ‘Celebrating new growth in the icy winter’
“As the Talmud teaches, ‘Because my parents planted trees for me, likewise I am planting trees for those who come after me.’ For the sake of our children, city and world, let’s keep planting.”
Echols: ‘Comparison is the thief of joy’
“Thursday was extreme. In one day, I found myself flying all over the spectrum of comparison.”
Crossword: Speaker of the (Tennessee) House
Ready to crossword? If you know the name of this Tennessee politician, you already have a clue to one of the answers.
Metro
County Commission weighs changes to embattled grant program
County Commissioner Britney Thornton said Wednesday the allegations against Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. shouldn’t be considered in deciding what, if any, changes should be made to the body’s grant program.
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Business
Mud Island project receives funding
Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time received two grants Wednesday, April 16, to help build the immersive adventure museum at the former Mississippi River Museum on Mud Island.
Real Estate Health care logistics facility awarded 10-year PILOT
Health Care Sting operation: Health department ramps up mosquito control
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Sports
Sixth-seeded Memphis women win AAC Tournament title
The Memphis women won the American Athletic Conference tournament title by defeating Rice 4-2. The Memphis men lost to Rice in their championship match at Leftwich Tennis Center.
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Food
What to Order: Felicia Suzanne’s signature favorites
The opening menu at the new Felicia Suzanne’s includes chicken crepes, deviled eggs and her oysters of love, all longtime favorites.
Suburbs
Collierville aldermen weigh library expansion
If included in the budget, the library will expand by about 24,000 square feet, nearly doubling in size.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Sinners’ gets movie year going; Drive-In returns
Advance word on “Sinners,” which incorporates the contributions of many Memphis-area musicians, is very strong.
Opinion
Herrington: What went wrong for the Grizzlies in Game 1? ‘There were a lot of things.’
The Grizzlies lost Game 1 to Oklahoma City by 51 points. But, as Grizzlies interim coach Tuomas Iisalo said, “It doesn’t matter if you win by one point on a buzzer-beater or you win by 150 points, you get one win.” So, Memphis is only down 1-0 in the Best-of-7 series that picks up with Game 2 on Tuesday.
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Crawfish, barbecue and more at Memphis spring festivals
Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield discuss spring food festivals in Memphis and share pro tips and top picks.