Grizzlies decline Luke Kennard’s option, keep door open for return
It is expected both sides will pursue a new contract. NBA free agency begins at 5 p.m. Sunday.
Holiday week travelers should brace for long lines
With airlines booked to capacity, Memphis International Airport advises passengers to arrive a minimum of two hours before their scheduled departure time from July 3 to July 8.
Memphis Animal Services director placed on leave
City spokesperson Arlenia Cole confirmed that Ty Coleman, who was previously fired from an animal shelter in Texas, has been placed on administrative leave after the death of a dog left outside in the heat.
Former Tiger Nae’Qwan Tomlin signs Summer League deal with Cleveland
Tomlin, a 6-foot-8 versatile big man, averaged 14 points, 6 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game while shooting 39.6% from 3-point range for Memphis last season.
Herrington: As rookies are introduced to Memphis, optimism prevails.
Zach Edey said he looks forward to playing with star point guard Ja Morant, ‘the best guard in the league,” as Edey and fellow rookies Jaylen Wells and Cam Spencer are introduced to Memphis. Herrington: With the NBA offseason half over, are Grizzlies mostly done?Related story:
Shelby County attorney’s office continues effort to oust Wanda Halbert
Lee Whitwell, chief litigation attorney for the office, confirmed to The Daily Memphian in an email Friday night that he has hired Robert Meyers of law firm Glanker Brown to continue the proceedings.
Authentic Sichuan restaurant brings the spice to Overton Square
With an eye toward its Midtown customers, Petals of a Peony opened its second location in the former Paulette’s building.
Judge ordered removed from cases amid allegation of bias
Shelby County Criminal Court Judge Chris Craft ruled that actions taken by General Sessions judge Sheila Renfroe were “clearly indicative of personal animosity toward” an assistant public defender.
Grizzlies coach introduces his new rookies: ‘They are winners’
The Memphis Grizzlies introduced their NBA Draft selections on Friday, and Zach Edey said he is excited to play with point guard Ja Morant. Related story:
Ed Scott becomes Tigers’ first Black athletic director: Why it matters
While Ed Scott works toward leaving the University of Memphis athletic department even better than he found it, his very presence as the new athletic director can inspire others.
Behind the Headlines: ‘River of Time’ will be an immersive tech playground
More than 4,000 people had a chance to walk, crawl and climb through artist Christopher Reyes’ 2020 immersive exhibit at Off the Wall Arts. Now, Baron Von Opperbean is coming to Mud Island.
Work begins on nearly $2B EV battery facility in Marshall County
Earlier this year, Cummins, Daimler Trucks and Paccar announced plans to come together in a joint venture to build an EV battery facility in Byhalia, Mississippi.
Memphis 901 FC puts on a show with 5-1 win on Pride Night
Memphis 901 FC clobbered Phoenix Rising FC 5-1, tying for the highest-scoring game in franchise history. The win moves Memphis into third place in the USL Championship Western Conference.
Sudoku: June 29
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Metro
School board candidates talk about superintendent, layoffs
Fifteen candidates for school board, state House and U.S. House seats — including two incumbents — spoke at an election forum Thursday night.
Premium Education What the state says went wrong at Memphis Scholars’ charter schools
Business
Local nonprofit to redevelop Downtown buildings into multi-use art hubs
MVP3 Foundation plans to turn four Downtown properties into artistic hubs, ranging from music to culinary arts.
Health Care Longtime United Way president to retire
Sports
Buckley: Tia’s dad won the day as Memphis’ new athletic director
Ed Scott and his young daughter Tia are a hit with Memphis Tigers supporters as he is introduced as the school’s new AD. Ed Scott’s resume prepares him for whatever comes Memphis’ wayRelated content:
Memphis Tigers Football New Memphis AD Ed Scott says he’d ‘love to get in’ the ACC
Food
Wine Spectator recognizes 8 Memphis restaurants
Looking for a good wine list? Here are the Memphis restaurants that Wine Spectator says have the best.
Suburbs
Part sports bar, part music venue and part gastropub opens in Collierville
When restaurateur Kirk Cotham saw the empty restaurant space in The Shops at Carriage Crossing last year, he and his business partner dreamed big and came up with Nashoba.
Arts & Culture
Latest MoSH exhibit is a blast — to space
Former NASA controller and longtime Memphian Bill Weppner, who worked on the Apollo missions, spoke at the exhibit launch party on Thursday.
Opinion
Herrington: With the NBA offseason half over, are Grizzlies mostly done?
While the draft is just wrapping up, the second half of the offseason won’t wait. What could be next for the Grizzlies?
Podcasts
The Memphis music inspo behind new Tom Hardy/Austin Butler movie
“The Bikeriders,” which opens in Memphis on Friday, June 21, features music from a stalwart Memphis rock and roll band that’s been a local scene staple since the late 1990s.
Games
5 by 5 crossword: Say cheese
Need a quick break? This mini crossword can be worked in a jiffy.