After a season of misery, Memphis fans got everything they wanted in Saturday’s home opener. Including the return of Ja Morant, the debut of Yuki Kawamura — and an unexpected hero in a Hufflepuff shirt.
Morant, Bane and Jackson shared the court for the first time in 295 days as the Grizzlies defeated Orlando in their home opener. The team wore “classic edition” Vancouver Grizzlies uniforms to mark the franchise’s 30th anniversary. Aldama scores 22, Huff has career-high 18 as Grizzlies beat Magic in home openerRelated content:
This opener at FedExForum was a show: The blend of athleticism, creativity and personality that marks NBA hoops at its most enjoyable.
Seth Henigan’s record-breaking 91st touchdown throw was a ‘neat deal’ and helped the Tigers win a game that looked to be getting away.
Memphis is now unbeaten in its last 12 matches after leading at halftime and will return home for the postseason to defend a 13-match unbeaten streak at AutoZone Park.
Greater Memphis Chamber launched the event three years ago, and this was the biggest yet, with vendors including insurance companies, dessert shops and a representative of Whitehaven Plaza Shopping Center.
A late touchdown and safety helps Memphis defeat Charlotte, 33-28.Related content
Sure there are plenty of comics to buy, including a first edition of “Superman,” but the event at Renasant Convention Center is mostly about costumes, fun and a chance to meet the creators of popular characters.
Germantown Alderwoman Sherrie Hicks is completing her first term in Position 3 on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, and is unopposed for reelection.
The senior saved two penalties in the shootout, and scored one herself, as Houston caps an undefeated season with its first championship since 2018.
Schools across the U.S. and in Memphis experienced skyrocketing rates of students missing a significant portion of the school year.
Gene Brady, 89, died in a single-car wreck last week. Maybe you didn’t know him. But if you’re lucky, you’ve known people like him. We could use more of them today.
According to his personnel file, Ty Coleman was fired from a Texas animal shelter for inappropriate behavior, including “sexual acts occurring at the work-site.” Although suspended, he still receives his Memphis Animal Services pay of $120,000.
Julian Cross is the second Memphis-Shelby County Schools staffer to depart the Office of the Superintendent this month.
Quarterback Taylen Green threw five touchdown passes and ran for another score as Arkansas blew out Mississippi State 58-25.
Jaxson Dart threw for 306 yards, and No. 18 Ole Miss used a big third quarter to beat Oklahoma Saturday.
The last weekend of early voting comes with the use of statewide campaign tours to boost candidates in district and statewide races.
The airport is building a better understanding, one person at a time, on what it takes to expand and add cities.
The Wraparound District 6 strategy, which received an initial $600,000 investment that will be managed by the School Seed Foundation, will address public safety, public health and public education in north Shelby County.
Six finalists will be interviewed in November by the Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments, which will then select three finalists to submit to Gov. Bill Lee.
“What a remarkable article about clearly a remarkable man! Thanks Geoff for writing it for his family — and for the rest of us, as well.” — Herbert Ann Krisle about Calkins: Gene Brady is gone. The world needs more Gene Bradys.
“We looked unbelievably outclassed against (a) good but second-tier NBA team. That third quarter was shocking. We couldn’t score or rebound. It looked exactly like last year.” — Dennis Paden about Grizzlies physically overpowered in loss to Rockets
“(This is) another failure on the part of Memphis city government to allow this person to hang around on full salary for approximately 4 months, blowing approximately $40,000 of taxpayer money.” — Mike Warr about MAS director fired from previous job for alleged misconduct, lying
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The festival will include screenings of four short films. Attendees can vote for which one should receive a $10,000 prize.
A new Clift is on the Germantown bench, assuming the role that the older Clift had for years. Meanwhile, a long-discussed Arlington development gets a new breath.
Need a Memphis first date idea? Kate Ashby’s two Cooper-Young restaurants fit the bill for posh but unfussy spots with approachable food. She’s the guest on this week’s “Sound Bites” dining podcast.
WYXR’s Jared Boyd and Liv Cohen join Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about the station’s four years since launch and the upcoming Raised By Sound Fest in December.
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The old school building is undergoing a renovation to an early childhood center run by Porter-Leath, with a museum dealing with the rich history of the area to come in a later phase.
Shelby County Health Department Director Dr. Michelle Taylor said risk increases with age and that women, who are more often caregivers, should make their own health a priority.
Lia Sanvee and state tournament MVP Allie Broadway score in the first half as the Eagles triumph over Lynx in girls soccer state championship match.
An update on City Silo's new East Memphis location and a menu sneak peek, Blue Note Bourbon releases a new limited-release honey whiskey flavor and Teriyaki Madness to open in Cordova.
The Daily Memphian’s Clay Bailey, Johnny “Ballpark” Franks and Jim Wyatt will be inducted in July 2025 as part of the TSWA’s annual awards ceremony.
Growing from a four-week summer camp, Contemporary Arts Memphis’ official headquarters provides a student gallery area and room for art instruction.
“If you see me talking to myself, just move along. I’m self-employed; we’re having a staff meeting.”
This year on the Sound Bites podcast, Holly Whitfield interviewed members of our digital desk team, advertising staff, reporters and even our CEO to reveal what Daily Memphian staffers are really out here eating in these Mid-South streets.