‘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
The Indiana Pacers made the Grizzlies pay for mistakes on Sunday, scoring 39 points off Memphis turnovers and offensive rebounds. Related story:
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
Mayor floats guaranteed-income proposal at Memphis housing summit
The next phase of affordable housing in Memphis shows some traces of the economic strain from the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders at the “Housing for Tomorrow” summit had ideas for how to help solve this issue.
Premium Education Legislation for state to take over MSCS still on table, lawmaker says
Public Safety Former officer charged in Tyre Nichols’ death taken into federal custody
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Business
Panelists will share stories — and listen — at Women in Business Seminar
MLGW’s Ursula Madden, Junior Achievement’s Leigh Mansberg and former longtime Overton Park Executive Director Tina Sullivan will lead a conversation on women in business at The Daily Memphian’s Feb. 27 seminar at Memphis Botanic Garden.
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Premium Real Estate Inked: Broad Avenue Gateway first phase breaks ground, second phase in planning
Sports
Grizzlies, led by Morant, win mud fight against Magic
The Memphis Grizzlies missed 26 of their 33 3-point attempts, committed 15 turnovers, surrendered a 23-4 run to start the third quarter, but dug down to dig the game out. Related content:
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Food
$10 Deal: Pho 4Ever takes the spotlight again
Pho 4Ever, which we highlighted two years ago for its bánh mì dac biet, has perhaps the best bánh xèo in Memphis.
Suburbs
Bailey: Name changes also occur in the suburbs
Name-changing has become a debate in recent weeks, but happened a few times in the Memphis suburbs way back when.
Arts & Culture
The To-Do List: Mardi Gras, griots, pirates and the faces of David Bowie
This week, clothing and pottery pop up next to Hard Times Deli, a new sculpture celebrates caregivers and the Dixon’s director talks about cat paintings.
Opinion
Calkins: Nearly 60 years after he was killed, a hero finds a new home
Donald J. Reilly was the most decorated Marine in Vietnam when he was killed in 1965. After nearly six decades, he is finally getting the send-off he deserves — at Arlington National Cemetery.
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Memphis responds to trade rumor
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the All-Star break, Desmond Bane’s jersey retirement and Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman’s statement on Ja Morant trade rumors.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: Feb. 21
Here’s a quick crossword you may want to savor.