Why MSCS interim superintendent ‘would hate to see’ Tennessee takeover
Memphis-Shelby County Schools head Roderick Richmond denounced a state takeover proposal that would override authority of the elected board.
Calkins: Tigers have successful season — what happens next could make it special
The Memphis program was built on special seasons. Penny Hardaway knows he has a chance to deliver another to the city he loves. Memphis' Hunter not playing in NCAA 1st-round game vs. Colorado State Memphis' Dante Harris unsure about status for Colorado StateRelated content:
Haggerty on brink of history at NCAA Tournament
Haggerty is 22 points away from breaking the Memphis record for the most points scored in a single season, and only two wins away from ending the Tigers’ 16-year Sweet 16 drought. But one would never guess it by talking to him.
Whitehaven grinds past defending state champ in Class 4A quarters
Defense gets the Whitehaven Tigers over the hump in a low-scoring battle against Independence. In another game, East falls to Bradley Central.
Buckley: Baraka Okojie, a kid from Canada, could help carry Memphis in Tournament
Early in American Athletic Conference play, Baraka Okojie was Memphis’ No. 3 point guard. Then backup Dante Harris sprained an ankle. Then starting point guard Tyrese Hunter hobbled off the court in Fort Worth. Scenes from Seattle: More Tiger Tournament tales Tony Madlock led Alabama State falls to No. 1 seed Auburn in NCAA 1st roundRelated content:
Calipari’s No. 10 seed Arkansas holds off No. 7 seed Kansas
Former Tigers coach John Calipari wins his first NCAA Tournament game as Razorbacks coach.
No. 2 seed Tennessee breezes past No. 15 seed Wofford
Tennessee will play either UCLA or Utah State on Saturday in the Midwest Region as they try to reach a third straight Sweet 16.
A, B, C’s: Updated airport modernization plan focuses on one terminal
The largest capital project in airport history was intended to fully modernize the A, B and C terminals but a change to the plan will leave A and C without seismic retrofit or refreshed amenities. At least for now.
State report: Cost of bail in Shelby County up more than 40%
The comptroller’s report calls for greater transparency regarding criminal justice data.
Kustoff’s Germantown talk never meant to be public, organizers say
Many thought an event featuring the congressman at a Germantown church was a public event, but it was only open to members.
Scenes from Seattle: More Tiger Tournament tales
Penny Hardaway and the players had a lot to say at Thursday’s media day in Seattle as the Tigers prepare for Friday’s NCAA Tournament first-round game against Colorado State.
Memphis’ Dante Harris unsure about status for Colorado State
Harris, a midseason transfer from Virginia, has been sidelined for the past four games with a high ankle sprain he suffered in Memphis’ March 4 road win against UTSA.
Memphis’ Hunter not playing in NCAA 1st-round game vs. Colorado State
Hunter wouldn’t rule out a possible return at some point during March Madness, particularly if Coach Penny Hardaway’s team can make a deep run.
GOP Rep. John Rose launches run for Tennessee governor
U.S. Rep. John Rose announced Thursday his candidacy for Tennessee governor in 2026, putting him on a likely collision course with U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, who also appears set on running.
Tony Madlock led Alabama State falls to No. 1 seed Auburn in NCAA 1st round
Former Bartlett High standout Amarr Knox led the Hornets with 18 points and TJ Madlock added 11.
New anti-transgender bathroom bill heading to Gov. Lee’s desk
A proposal in Tennessee that would require educational institutions that house students overnight to separate bathrooms “by immutable biological sex” is headed to Republican Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his approval.
FACS pitcher wins fan vote for prep athlete of the week
Ronin Badout, a junior at FACS, struck out 11 in a shutout victory over Senatobia on March 11.
Fayette-Ware advances to semifinals for the first time since 2016
Freshman Kylon Terry leads the way with 20 points as the Wildcats defeat defending Class 3A champion Knoxville Fulton.
Munford goes down swinging in Class 3A quarterfinals
JaDyn Lee scores 30 points. But Mr. Basketball finalist Trey Thompson and Greeneville get the victory.
Alleged shooter behind Memphis spree no longer representing himself
Ezekiel Kelly, the man accused of carrying out a city-wide shooting spree in 2022, is facing the death penalty for his alleged crimes.
Herrington: Loss to Blazers highlights five problems plaguing the Grizzlies
Who’s available to play? Wing play is weak. Rotation is out of sorts. The team starts slow in almost every game. And, where is the defense? Just some of the issues Herrington discusses in this article.
With another loss, The Pinch feels its name
Comeback Coffee and the adjacent Greenhaus were small businesses, but they represented a vision for what may be the “last frontier of Downtown Memphis.”
Protesters honored 65 years after Cossitt Library sit-ins
“It was a movement that reshaped our city and strengthened the legacy of our beloved institution,” said Christopher Davis, president of LeMoyne-Owen College.
$10 Deal: Lao Street makes Memphis’ foodscape special
Lao Street Kitchen’s papaya salad is a masterclass in balance, hitting sweet, sour, salty and spicy all at once.
Kam Jones stayed loyal. Now he has the spotlight he deserves.
Kam Jones is different. He went to one high school, ECS, and played for one university, Marquette. This week Jones was named a consensus All-America selection. The first Memphis-raised player to earn that honor since Lorenzen Wright in 1996.
Southern Heritage Classic tickets go on sale Friday
The game between Alcorn State and Arkansas-Pine Bluff will be played at 6 p.m. on Sept. 27 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
The To-Do List: Women spin, blossoms bloom and nerds unite
This week, punk rock changes a teen girl’s life at Circuit, Black-owned food trucks take over Tiger Lane and you’ve got one more chance to go back to Comeback Coffee.
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Metro
Tennessee takes first step toward MSCS takeover
A Tennessee subcommittee passed Rep. Mark White’s school takeover proposal. White suggested his proposal would have a new, narrowed focus on Memphis, likely allaying concerns from other school districts who could have become targets. At MSCS, anti-takeover protestors condemn ‘attack on democracy’Related story:
Premium Education McKinney: Proposed MSCS takeover is ‘opportunistic’
City of Memphis Memphis City Council approves $80M in cash for arena renovations
Public Safety Business burglaries down 40%, MPD says
City of Memphis MAS euthanizes another 104 dogs after second distemper outbreak
Business
Inked: Historic Memphis church to transform into community theater
A building in Memphis is trading church pews for stage cues, with Hattiloo Theatre tapped to run the theater program. Plus, a Nashville-based company takes the next steps for the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation.
Health Care UTHSC College of Medicine names Michael Hocker as its new dean
Premium East Memphis After the pandemic, this psychiatrist wanted to take a holistic approach
Premium Health Care Le Bonheur leader wants Heart Institute to be ‘center of excellence’
Health Care First Horizon gives big to Baptist’s osteopath school, money earmarked for construction costs
Sports
4 of 4: PJ Haggerty earns All-American status again
Memphis Tigers basketball star PJ Haggerty is only the seventh player in program history to become a consensus All-American.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Trail Blazers 115, Grizzlies 99
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Will injured Tyrese Hunter, Dante Harris play for the Tigers at NCAA Tournament?
High School Sports Whitehaven, Briarcrest players can call themselves ‘Mr. Basketball’
Memphis Tigers Football NFL Combine omission added more ‘fuel to the fire’ for Tigers linebacker
Food
Rappers, a grocery company and a retiree rally behind Cxffeeblack
“Coffee brings people to the table,” Cxffeeblack founder Bartholomew Jones said.
Premium Food What to Order: Bog & Barley’s beer-battered fish ‘n’ chips
Suburbs
‘Harder than it looks': Newcomers give curling a whirl at Mid-South Ice House
About 30 people showed up to the Mid-South Ice House Saturday to learn the ancient sport of curling, taught by members of the Mid-South Curling Club.
Premium Collierville Collierville considers armored police vehicle, tourism marketing plan
Premium North Mississippi DeSoto residents sweep out the old in spring cleanup
Arts & Culture
Orpheum brings Broadway smash-hit musical to Memphis for new season
The Orpheum announced a new Broadway season, including a new musical that flips the script on Shakespeare’s tragic “Romeo & Juliet,” asking — what if Juliet didn’t die?
Premium Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Snow White’ opens Friday
Opinion
Calkins: Remember that girl who gave Hardaway a bracelet? She’s Seattle-bound — courtesy of FedEx
Eleven-year-old Maci Barrett gave Penny Hardaway a bracelet expressing her support for the coach. Now FedEx is flying Maci and her family to Seattle for the NCAA Tournament.
Podcasts
Shelby Farms leader on the nonprofit’s past and future
Jen Andrews joins Eric Barnes to discuss the controversies that once hung around Shelby Farms Parks and what’s going on inside it now.
Games
Word Search: Memphians in the Big Dance
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