Wichita State transfer guard Colby Rogers commits to Memphis
“I know who Penny is as a player, and I had conversations with him and got a feel for him as a person,” Rogers told The Daily Memphian on Sunday.
Grizzlies end season with loss to Nuggets
After losing to the Los Angeles Lakers Friday night, the Memphis Grizzlies close their season with a loss to Denver. Box score: Nuggets 126, Grizzlies 111 Taylor Jenkins comments on game clock error in Grizzlies’ loss to LakersRelated stories:
This Week in Memphis: Tax Day and Memphis Tigers spring football
Also happening this week: T.O. Fuller State Park seeks public input on its plans to improve the park.
Fine-art craft festival returns to Ridgeway Loop
Live classical music from local groups such as the University of Memphis Lorraine String Quartet, Prizm Ensemble and the Bartlett Community Concert Band could also be heard at Art in the Loop.
What new limits on ‘forever chemicals’ mean for Memphis’ drinking water
Because Tennessee has never regulated PFAS, it’s unknown how much of the forever chemicals are in Memphis’ drinking water.
Lakeland moves to regulate future hotel and motel placement
With the eventual removal of two rundown motels on the Lakeland landscape, the suburb wants more control over the design of commercial lodging in the future.
Choices Birthing Center hosts Black Maternal Health Week events
Black women make up the majority of patients at Choices’ freestanding birthing center in Midtown, whose midwifery practice has been delivering babies since 2017.
Volunteers celebrate legacy of Tennessee’s first Black female doctor
More than 30,000 people are buried among the 15 acres at Zion Christian Cemetery, which was established in 1876 and is Memphis’ oldest Black cemetery.
Collierville considering signage rules for curbside pickup
Collierville is looking to regulate temporary parking. Town leaders are also considering changes to the Memphis suburb’s cell-tower rules.
Female football fans gather for ‘Saturday with Silverfield’ at the U of M
The Billy J. Murphy Athletic Complex at the University of Memphis hosted an evening just for the ladies Saturday.
Zoe Marsh leads hit parade at Houston Track Classic
The senior set two meet records and got a third as part of a relay. But hers was just one of several outstanding performances at Tennessee’s largest in-season meet.
Memphis Showboats fall to 1-2 after loss at Birmingham
Showboats struggle in second half as Stallions pull away in UFL clash Saturday night in Birmingham.
Bluebirds bring happiness at Germantown fest
“The bluebird’s bright blue flash of color brings a smile to your face emphasizing why we call them the ‘bluebird of happiness,’” Germantown Vice Mayor Mary Anne Gibson said of the city’s official bird.
Opinion: Memphis teacher says arming teachers is still a bad idea
“This bill is not about safety; it is about perpetuating the myth that more guns in more places make us safer.”
Echols: Memories of Marc Gasol and the Core Four bring tears, grief and joy
“We were proud to be Memphians for a great many reasons, but underneath them all was a sense of citywide unity. For once, we were all on the same team.”
Movers & Shakers
Memphis University School, Project Green Fork, and Harkavy Shainberg Kaplan PLC announce promotions and additions.
Sudoku: April 14
Today’s sudoku is a hard one!
Crossword: Let’s eat
This week’s crossword puzzle features hints from The Daily Memphian’s recent stories about restaurants and food-related festivals.
Metro
MSCS’ Richmond not bound by same ethics clause Feagins was
Memphis-Shelby County Schools board members formalized its contract with Interim Superintendent Roderick Richmond two months after appointing him to replace ousted Superintendent Marie Feagins.
State Government Tenn. House advances its version of Memphis school takeover
Metro Severe weather coverage: MPD warns against driving during storm
Premium State Government Lawmakers inch toward sales-tax hike to pay for ‘ungodly problem’
Business
Tennessee commissioner wants to ‘depoliticize’ public health policy
Dr. Ralph Alvarado, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health, touched on everything from vaccines to fluoride to health disparities during a presentation at the University of Memphis on Friday, March 28.
Health Care New at the Downtown Y: Sit-ups, pull-ups and check-ups
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
NBA reportedly examining gestures between Ja Morant, Buddy Hield
The NBA is looking into an exchange of gestures between Grizzlies star Ja Morant and Warriors guard Buddy Hield on Tuesday night, according to ESPN.
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis hammers Buffalo in series’ second game
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Memphis played better, which is why loss to Warriors stings
Food
Michelin could recognize a Memphis restaurant in new guide
The new Michelin Guide American South will be the company’s first regional guide in North America. Anonymous Michelin inspectors are already in the field exploring the area.
Suburbs
Southaven expanding animal shelter
As the Southaven community has grown, the need for an expanded facility has become increasingly apparent to both city officials and local animal welfare advocates.
Arts & Culture
Collaborative group shows dominate April art openings in Memphis
April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.
Opinion
Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!
The Grizzlies got scorched by Steph Curry (52 points) as the Warriors passed them in the standings. So is there anything to feel good about? Actually, yes!
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
Jigsaw: Birthday paw-ty
This week’s puzzle features a photo from a celebration of local pup celebrities Sir Meatball and Milkshake.