Grizzlies unravel, blow 17-point lead to Portland
The Memphis Grizzlies were doubled up in the fourth quarter and blew a 17-point lead against the Portland Trail Blazers in a loss on Saturday. Related story:
FACS wins D2-A title on Cello Jackson’s late bucket
Crusaders win second title in three years with comeback win over Providence Christian Academy.Related story:
FACS basketball gallery: ‘Dream come true’
With two seconds left in the game, First Assembly Christian School’s Cello Jackson drove the winning basket Saturday, March 2, bringing a victory in the TSSAA BlueCross Division 2-A boys title game in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Briarcrest topples Brentwood Academy for D2-AA state title
Sophomore Fred Smith dominates inside as Saints win state for the first time in five years.Related story:
Briarcrest basketball gallery: A day to remember
Briarcrest Coach John Harrington is proud of his team, especially Cooper Haynes, all-time leading scorer in Saints history and the all-time leading private school scorer in Memphis high school history.
Tigers women’s basketball getting hot at the right time
A 21-point victory over UAB on Saturday was the fifth consecutive win for Memphis.
Tennessee Education Commissioner faces heat at town hall
Lizzette Reynolds, who discussed school vouchers, drew criticism. Other speakers included Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy, MPD Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis and Mayor Paul Young.
Tigers expected to hire Lee Marks as new running backs coach
Lee Marks will replace former running backs coach Sean Dawkins, who is now at Cincinnati.
What to expect in Tigers’ final home game of season
Memphis will face UAB at FedExForum. The Blazers beat the Tigers in late January. “It’s personal,” Nicholas Jourdain said.
Studiohouse on Malvern art gallery opens doors
Studiohouse on Malvern, located at 418 Malvern St. in Midtown, hosted its second annual open house March 2. It featured owner-artists Keiko Gonzalez and Mary Jo Karimnia as well as other artists and performers.
State Sens. London Lamar, Brent Taylor debate on bail reform, proposed laws
Two state senators, both from the Memphis area and both members of Tennessee’s Senate Judiciary Committee, agree on many aspects of the city’s crime problem even though they see different paths for solving it.
Penny Hardaway humbled him. He nearly quit. Now Trey Jemison’s Memphis journey comes full circle.
Trey Jemison almost gave up basketball for an internship with a construction company. Now one of Penny Hardaway’s former AAU players is with the Memphis Grizzlies.
New videos show violent encounters in Shelby County Jail
The newly released footage shows other altercations between inmates at the Shelby County Jail and corrections officers. Related stories: Jail cell photos, autopsy show ‘intolerable treatment,' lawyer says
Local coffee roaster wins international blind taste test
“To do the Forward Lottery, you buy a ticket and they don’t tell you anything about the coffee. I don’t know the origin, the processing or anything. You roast it and then you ship it back to them by a certain due date.”
Volunteer coach among 56 homicide victims since Jan. 1
Adrian Goodrich, also known as ‘Coach Skeet,’ is one of the people killed in January and February, according to data provided by Memphis Police Department. In the same period last year, there were 54 slayings.
Young’s second ‘One Memphis’ town hall continues focus on crime
The meeting at Gaisman Community Center focused on the Latino community in the area who complained that they are being targeted by criminals and ignored by police.
Lakeland plans for future explosive growth
“I do worry about the amount of growth that is coming,” said Kimley-Horn engineer Doug Swett, citing the impact of Ford’s BlueOval City.
Leaders sound off on sales-tax increase to fund new jail
Some local leaders, including Shelby County Commissioner Amber Mills and Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner, approve of funding the project through a sales-tax increase. But others say it would disproportionately impact impoverished citizens.
Hike in sales tax could pay for new Shelby County jail
A draft bill obtained by The Daily Memphian shows how Shelby County could pay for a new jail — the state would give the county permission to increase the total sales tax rate to 10.75%.
FACS advances to second state title game in three years
The Crusaders keep their cool after a torrid Silverdale Baptist start.Related story:
Portland dominates interior in win over Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies were blown out by the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. The same teams will run it back on Saturday.Related story:
Sudoku: March 2
Today’s sudoku is a killer.
Movers & Shakers
UTHSC’s College of Medicine, Colliers and the Soulsville Foundation announce promotions and additions.
Metro
Homicides down 44.5% in Memphis as police chief credits new strategies
Memphis Police Chief C.J. Davis said major offenses, including homicide, aggravated assault, robbery and burglary, have declined significantly compared to previous years.
Metro This Week in Memphis: Parting words from politicians and new airport board
Premium Elections Jerri Green’s game plan and Marsha Blackburn’s primary numbers
Premium Elections Growing field of Lakeland candidates offer voters differing styles, viewpoints
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: How vulnerable are MLGW systems to cyberattacks?
Business
Local real estate brokers embrace AI but warn: trust and verify
Brokers say AI technology improves efficiency, but only if users pay for stronger data controls and take the time to verify its output.
Premium Transportation & Logistics FedEx’s Network 2.0 has closed facilities and cut jobs — is it working?
Premium Business Ask the Memphian: How vulnerable are MLGW systems to cyberattacks?
Premium Spirit of Memphis This U of M senior says God saved him from destruction. Now, he’s stepping out in faith with gospel-themed shoes
Business Memphis City Council to consider data center moratorium
Sports
Scheffler polishes off an impressive week with a runaway FESJC title
Scottie Scheffler, the top player in the world rankings and the leader in the FedEx Cup standings, capped a dazzling week at TPC Southwind with a final-round 66 to finish at 17-under 263.Related content:
Premium Golf Hill: Scheffler left no doubt — and gave this Memphian an incredible memory
Premium Spirit of Memphis Buckley: 25 years after winning in Memphis, Bob Estes returns to see old friends and remember good times
Golf FESJC: Final scores; money earned
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Offense helps Memphis take series against Durham
Food
What to order: The Lobbyist’s white fish spread
Jennifer Chandler will be the first to say the name of the dish may not sound appetizing but Lobbyist chef and owner Jimmy Gentry has a way of elevating the most common ingredients.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Hog & Hominy’s peanut butter and banana pie
Suburbs
Growing field of Lakeland candidates offer voters differing styles, viewpoints
Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter has entered the mayor’s race against incumbent Josh Roman, offering a contrast of style and direction of government.
Premium Collierville Collierville reschedules meeting to decide fire chief’s fate
Arts & Culture
Photo gallery: Love for Elvis burns on at 49th annual vigil
Fans across generations gathered at Graceland Saturday night, Aug. 15, for the annual Candlelight Vigil commemorating the death of Elvis Presley.
Premium Arts & Culture From Nosferatu to Godzilla, the Beale Street Monster Club celebrates all things horror
Opinion
Maxey: ‘I’m of Memphis. It’s who I am and what I am.’
“Those who only see the city’s failings — which are real — will never fully understand what we understand and will never fully see what we see. They’ll never understand why some of us don’t give up on it. This is home.”
Guest Columnists Echols: ‘What would you say is the peak of your life so far?’
Podcasts
Jerri Green sees path to victory in Tennessee governor’s race
She also talked on “Behind The Headlines” about why her call to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement doesn’t mean she wants to abandon enforcement of immigration laws and how she would handle the state appointed board to run Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
East Memphis The AM/DM podcast: After a gas station catches fire, rules to prevent blight could contribute to it
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Print media to patient care
Today’s puzzle features the Commercial Appeal building under demolition. The photo was taken by Brad Vest.