Grizzlies fall in clutch time to Hawks
The game was the Grizzlies’ 18th of the season that was within five points inside of the last five minutes. Related stories:
Four more charged in shooting of police officer in traffic stop
Zaire Kee, 24; Tezaree Pennington, 42; Kennedy Williams, 23; and Malik Over, 25, have been charged in addition to Geronimo Kee, 22. MPD officer shot four times early Friday morning, suspect capturedRelated story:
Passengers heard crash, screams; felt plane list to side
Locals on board United Airlines flight 2477 heard a loud crash when a wheel hit the edge of the Houston runway. “It is the only time I’ve ever been in a plane where people were actually screaming.”
FedEx pilots ask to be released from mediation, first step in pursuing strike
FedEx says the request is inappropriate and blames changes in union leadership for hindering progress.
Here are roads that will close in Germantown for 5K and construction
Germantown traffic will be impacted by a race and planned railroad work. Drivers are encouraged to seek an alternate route.
Tour celebrating Memphis women begins March 9
Each Saturday in March, a 10-passenger minibus will depart from the Tennessee Welcome Center at 119 Riverside Drive for an intimate half-day journey through Downtown Memphis that celebrates women’s contributions to the city.
State trial date for four officers in Nichols case postponed
Attorney for Justin Smith, Demetrius Haley, Tadarrius Bean and Emmitt Martin III filed the joint motion Thursday, March 7.
Proposed federal legislation targets TVA
A new federal bill could require the Tennessee Valley Authority to consider more public input in its long-term planning process.
What to expect in Memphis’ regular-season finale against FAU
The stakes have never been higher this season for the Tigers than they will be Saturday in Boca Raton.
Memphis women hope late-season success sparks AAC tournament run
Memphis won five of its last six regular-season games and senior guard Maddie Griggs said the Tigers put the conference on notice that “we’re still here.”
Lakeland considers roadway, commercial projects
Rising construction costs have the town’s Board of Commissioners looking at phasing in work for the New Canada Road.
Evergreen Grill opens in Midtown
Evergreen Grill recently opened its doors in Midtown and plans to lean into neighborhood hangout status with a forthcoming adjacent game room and pool table.
In a transition season, 901 FC’s Leston Paul still has plenty left to give
Veteran midfielder Leston Paul is preparing for the next stage of his career as he begins his sixth season in Memphis.
Memphis Roller Derby slams into new season with doubleheader
Roller derby essentials include hard slams against wood or concrete floors, blockers using their hips, shoulders and forearms like NFL linemen, and tough-as-nails nicknames.
Bartlett advances to second straight 4A title game
Carrington Jones leads the way with 23 points as Panthers vanquish Cleveland and head to the girls basketball state tournament title game on Saturday.
GPAC’s new season includes Lyle Lovett, The War and Treaty, Meshell Ndegeocello
Award-winning Americana, jazz and gospel acts; a local roots favorite; an all-female tap group; a tribute to Tony Bennett; modern dance and a Guinean acrobatic troupe are all part of GPAC’s 30th season.
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Bailey: Relief on the way for drivers on Germantown Road across Wolf River
The barricaded northbound lanes across the Wolf River bridge on Germantown Road soon will reopen, easing the tension that has developed through detours and rush-hour traffic.
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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
Memphis loses title match to UAB in overtime
Memphis and UAB battled through 90 scoreless minutes before the Blazers scored 43 seconds into overtime in the American Conference women’s soccer championship match Saturday night in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Memphis Grizzlies Cedric Coward has 23 points and 12 rebounds as Grizzlies beat Nets
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 129, Nets 110
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis vs. No. 10 Louisville: What to know for Tigers’ second home game
Sports Tennessee pulls away late to beat Texas A&M 22-7 behind 5 field goals from Cooper Ranvier
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.
Premium Food News Food Files: Wing Guru plans ‘comeback’ for Park Avenue
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.
Premium Real Estate Lakeland looks to limit apartments as rental-development interest grows
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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