Herrington: GG Jackson leads parade of Grizzlies up-and-comers to ruin Dillon Brooks’ night
Jackson’s valentines were less Forget-Me-Not than Forgive-Me. But he led the Grizzlies to a surprising win over the Houston Rockets.
Grizzlies snub ex on Valentine’s Day, ride off to victory with new heartthrob
Dillon Brooks told the Houston Chronicle in December that he was the girlfriend that the Grizzlies still missed. But Memphis has a new heartthrob. His name is GG Jackson.Related story:
‘There was nothing I could have done,’ to save Nichols, says fired EMT
The notes detailing the immediate internal investigation are a part of the thousands of pages of documents the City of Memphis released Wednesday, Feb. 14.
Bill creating ‘abortion trafficking of a minor’ felony advances
The bill would prevent adults who are not a child’s parent or guardian — including siblings and grandparents – from helping them access abortions.
U of M trying to get climate money to communities that need it most
Hundreds of billions of dollars in federal money is available to combat environmental challenges, but there are concerns that neighborhoods disproportionately impacted by pollution won’t see their share of the funding.
Memphis home sales in January are up from last year
Despite last year’s declining inventory, there were 3,319 houses on the market in January, up 3.1% from December and 19% from January 2023.
Local high school teacher seeking Rep. Mark White’s seat
A local Spanish teacher is running as a Democrat for District 83 in the Tennessee House. The seat is currently held by Rep. Mark White, who is expected to be the main sponsor of the school voucher bill.
What to expect in Memphis’ road game against North Texas
The Tigers’ game versus the Mean Green will be their first against a top-100 opponent in more than a month.
‘Situated for Success': Arlington mayor offers State of the Town
Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman cites the town’s continued growth and potential development as BlueOval City continues to influence communities in the area.
New Theatre Memphis season includes ‘Grease,’ ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’'
Oh those summer nights! The classic musical “Grease” will kick off the 2024-2025 Theatre Memphis season in August.
Baron Hirsch Congregation holds annual Great Big Sandwich Make
“Thousands of families across our metropolitan area face food instability, and this event offers our congregation and the Jewish community at-large an opportunity to assist in addressing this pressing issue,” said Rabbi Ian Lichter.
Bartlett basketball leaders have same goal, different paths
Christian Alston and R’Chaun King will be the keys to Bartlett’s postseason hopes.
A former Tiger is joining Memphis’ defensive-coaching staff
Curtis Akins, who played for the Tigers from 2014 to 2018, will be a defensive quality-control assistant coach.
Bartlett finalizes annexation and rezones land for industrial use
Bartlett has annexed two significant tracks just outside the city’s borders with hopes of adding industrial development.
Ballot Basics: What to know about early voting ahead of Super Tuesday
On the ballot are the Tennessee Republican and Democratic presidential primaries and countywide primaries for General Sessions Court Clerk.
Early voting begins for Super Tuesday in Tennessee
Early voting in 2024’s first election in Shelby County begins Wednesday, Feb. 14. The Tennessee presidential primaries top the ballot, but Memphis voters haven’t seen much of the presidential campaigns this year.
Calkins: The Fowler brothers both have new hearts. So how about showing them yours?
Randy Fowler got a new heart in 1997. Wesley Fowler got a new heart in 1999 and another in 2000. Thanks to the generosity of donors, they’re both still singing, parachuting and otherwise living their lives. So on National Donor Day — also known as Valentine’s Day — how about becoming a donor yourself?
Grizzlies feature Memphis artists in Black History Month exhibition
Memphis muralist and painter Jamond Bullock curated the NBA team’s exhibition, which showcases artistic diversity in a variety of mediums.
Queens of Hearts: Local florists ready for Valentine’s Day rush
“They want beautiful, they want vibrant, they want something that’s eye-catching. They want a ‘wow’ factor,” said Colby Midgett, owner of Premier Flowers at 10 N. Second St.
Binghampton kids express hope for gun safety with march, wooden hearts
This year, the organization’s staff, four Memphis Police officers and about 20 kids in attendance used the coming holiday to send a message.
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You Already Owe the Taxes. Now You Have a Choice.
For the first time, taxpayers can redirect up to $1,700 ($3400 married couples filing jointly) of federal taxes to fund scholarships at the school of their choice.
Shelby County hopes to screen twice as many kids for lead exposure
There is no safe amount of lead exposure on people and, even in small amounts, it can cause hyperactivity, behavioral issues and learning problems, especially in young children.
Inked: Soul Fish expanding locations; CRDN moves into Memphis warehouse
Soul Fish Cafe expands the Cooper-Young and Poplar Avenue locations into adjacent properties for more parking, and CRDN moves to a 100,000-square-foot warehouse in Memphis.
Single? Partnered? Memphis artists have you covered for V-Day
Singles, couples and friends have multiple options for Valentine’s Day festivities in Memphis this year. They include an all-women DJ dance party, artist markets, a dating game, dance classes — even a 5K.
Sudoku: Feb. 14
Ready for a challenge? Today’s puzzle is a hard one.
Wordrow: New boutique offers free wigs to cancer patients
Can you guess the new headline?
Metro
US air travel should return to normal by late Sunday, FAA says
The Frederick W. Smith Airport in Memphis escaped the worst of the trouble, largely because the airport is not a hub and instead typically handles origins and departures.
Health Care The shift in UT’s emerging Memphis campus
Update Transportation & Logistics FAA says airplane departures can resume after nationwide ground stop
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Business
Lakeland looks to limit apartments as rental-development interest grows
With new rental units being built now and more being planned, Lakeland officials recently discussed ways to limit future apartment development.
Health Care The shift in UT’s emerging Memphis campus
Premium Real Estate Bartlett preps for $41 million sewer expansion
Update Transportation & Logistics FAA says airplane departures can resume after nationwide ground stop
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Sports
Cedric Coward has 23 points and 12 rebounds as Grizzlies beat Nets
Cedric Coward had 23 points and 12 rebounds and Taylor Hendricks scored a career-high 22 as Memphis built an early lead and defeated the Brooklyn Nets 129-110 on Saturday night.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 129, Nets 110
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Sports Tennessee pulls away late to beat Texas A&M 22-7 behind 5 field goals from Cooper Ranvier
High School Sports TSSAA second-round playoff report: Lausanne squashes Lakeway Christian
Food
Recipe Exchange: Fratelli’s Cafe’s orzo pasta salad
Fratelli’s orzo pasta salad goes back to the restaurant’s roots and was created by the cafe’s original owner, Sabine Bachmann.
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Suburbs
SpaceX power plant caused local emissions to jump, study finds
The power plant in Southaven provides essential electricity to the company’s nearby data centers in Memphis and Mississippi, which SpaceX, the federal government, and other tech giants use.
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Arts & Culture
New Sultana Museum takes in lives lost and lives lived after 1865 disaster on Mississippi River
The $12 million museum chronicles the 1865 riverboat explosion’s casualties, survivors, rescuers and Civil War history. It opens Saturday, Nov. 14, in Marion, Arkansas.
Premium Performing Arts Arts Beat: Evan Linder wrote ‘Byhalia, Mississippi’ to get the South right. Now, he’s directing it in Memphis.
Opinion
Calkins: Charles Huff told some blunt truths about Memphis recruiting. But couldn’t he have fibbed?
“Charles Huff wasn’t lying when he said that he could take Memphis players with him if he gets a better job. But he would have been better off to fib.”
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Martin: With win against USF, Charles Huff is 1 step closer to restoring order
Podcasts
From the London Hard Rock to Kudzu’s, Steve Edmundson saw it all
Steve Edmondson saw the bar scene in Memphis in the 1970s like few others before founding Kudzu’s. Edmondson shares his story on “The Sidebar,” hosted by Eric Barnes.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Fine dining and disaster museums
Games
Sudoku: Nov. 14
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