With Desmond Bane back, Grizz lose close one to West-leading Thunder
Desmond Bane returned to the Memphis Grizzlies’ lineup on Saturday night, March 16, after a more than two-month absence due to an ankle sprain.Related story:
Inmate dies in DeSoto County correctional facility
A woman was found incapacitated in her cell Friday, March 15, while in custody of the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department.
‘Green’ festival sprouts at Overton Park
Around 300 attendees connected with local organizations working to achieve a greener and cleaner Memphis.
Gallery: Beale Street goes green
Attendees from Memphis and beyond headed Downtown for the 51st Annual Silky O’Sullivan’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 16.
Douglass’ dream season comes to a frustrating end
A furious rally was not enough as Aloca repeats a Class 2A state championship win.
Fulton tops Ridgeway in 3A title game
The Roadrunners can’t get anything going as Falcons repeat.
Beale Street returns to safety plan with approach of spring, bigger crowds
The DMC will also continue its policy of what amounts to a cover charge that goes to pay the cost of the private security.
Circuit Court Clerk asks for audit before decisions are made about number of Shelby County judges
The weighted caseload study could impact the amount of resources or number of judges Shelby County’s judicial district could have.
Olive Branch man accused of firing at police could face attempted-murder charges
Colby Alan Towles, first charged with two counts of aggravated assault on an officer, could now face charges that carry a life sentence.
Former Mayor Strickland favored for U of M law dean, says email to faculty
Strickland, whose candidacy was announced in February, is one of four finalists selected by a committee of faculty, staff and alumni.
Early end to season was never a question for Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane
Desmond Bane, out since Jan. 12 with a grade 3 ankle sprain, is expected to return to action Saturday night against Oklahoma City.
Memphis-based HHM Certified Public Accountants acquires Pensacola firm
HHM Certified Public Accountants has been in business for more than 40 years, and has a Memphis office at 1755 Kirby Parkway.
Next-gen Ridgeway advances to first title game in 16 years
Roadunners smother Creek Wood in a dominating Class 3A semifinal.
Hutchinson: Be wary of get-rich-quick schemes
Even if you’ve determined a business opportunity is legitimate, be sure it’s right for you. Ask what you’d be selling or doing, how shoppers would find you, what your expenses would be and when you could expect to turn a profit.
Why you should read Holly Whitfield’s ‘100 Things to Do in Memphis’
Holly has written a new book documenting and describing so many cool and interesting places in Memphis: “100 Things to Do in Memphis Before You Die”.
Grizzlies podcast: Bane’s return, 10-days and two-ways
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ options for two-way players next season and the expected return of Desmond Bane.
Tigers basketball podcast: Heading to the AAC Tournament with hope
Host Greg Gaston, Parth Upadhyaya and Tim Buckley break down the Memphis Tigers’ chances at this week’s American Athletic Conference Tournament.
Sound Bites: New Memphis guide book shares must-eats
In this week’s episode of Sound Bites, Eric Barnes and Holly Whitfield discuss “100 Things To Do In Memphis Before You Die”.
Sudoku: March 16
Ready for a bit of a challenge? This sudoku is rated medium.
Metro
The Early Word: Bad weather ain’t over yet, and Iisalo is just getting started
Panel floats ways to prevent another Ford Jr. situation, a Broad Avenue gift shop closes and an Overton Square bakery changes hands.
Metro What to know about this week’s severe storms
City of Memphis Memphis ‘got lucky.’ But rocky weather will continue through the weekend
Update Metro At least seven dead as South and Midwest reel from violent storms
Business
Food Files: A sourdough bakery, juice bar; Half Shell opens in Germantown
Kat’s Sourdough and Juice Bar opened in the former Clean Juice, and Half Shell in Germantown has opened.
Real Estate Falling Into Place: Broad Avenue shop closing, but the future is sweet
Premium Real Estate Local industrial market booms with early-year sales, setting promising stage
Premium Real Estate Inked: Data Center in the works, egg wholesaler headed to Memphis
Sports
Morant plays villain as Grizzlies steer the ship back on track
Ja Morant relished his role as the bad guy, and hit the game-winner against the Heat in the team’s first win with Tuomas Iisalo as interim coach.Related content:
High School Sports Top Memphis-area football scholars set to be honored
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball AAC commissioner working on basketball strength of schedule
Premium Spirit of Memphis Brad Luckett takes over as CBHS basketball coach
Food
$10 Deal: ZamZamz’s kefta pita
Think a burger meets a kebab meets a wrap, but it’s better than any of those.
Suburbs
Bailey: Protecting the dead as development overtakes cemeteries
As open areas developed, there are times when they encroach on the eternal resting place of a few people buried in a small family cemetery. Those like the Wells Cemetery in Arlington must be protected.
Arts & Culture
Must-see concerts in April include Pat Benatar, Bow Wow, Soul Coughing
Whether you want to tap into some nostalgia or discover new artists, Memphis concerts have something for you in multiple genres.
Opinion
Conaway: You can’t sell Summer Drive-In memories; they’re priceless
“If the drive-in was mine, what would I do with it?"
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Flyway Brewing’s head brewer talks beer, Memphis eats, more
Flyway Brewing Co. took over the former High Cotton Brewing and Edge Alley restaurant locations near Downtown. They reopened as a combined space in November.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: April 4
Are you at the top of your game? Now’s the time to find out.