Clara Jean Ester, who was 19 in 1968, describes the moments after Rev. King was shot. And the daughter of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu discusses the mission her father and Rev. King shared.
Many of those downy little ducklings get to fly before they even sprout feathers — traveling on FedEx jets from the Cordova hatchery to buyers around the country.
The brother-sister duo behind Wang’s is saying goodbye.
As the governor’s race heats up, a camera captures Marsha Blackburn at the D.C. airport. And when early voting starts April 15, all Memphis area locations will be open.
In Part 3 of Chris Herrington looking at the Grizzlies’ basketball-management track record in the seven seasons under Zach Kleiman’s direction, he considers free agency and contract negotiations.
You might not have heard of Jimmie Lunceford, a jazz musician and band leader. But in the 1930s, this Memphian was a major star.
In DeSoto County, joining the local Search and Rescue unit means logging thousands of training hours, swimming miles in open water and responding to traumatic scenes at a moment’s notice.
Three were wounded, two critically, after gunfire erupted in Downtown Memphis early Saturday morning, police said.
Tennessee schools could limit digital access to K-5 students under pending law.
“The trick is to recognize and respond. That’s easy when the call is a call to appreciate life’s blessings. It’s a bit trickier when it’s a call to endure hardships. With those, it’s easier to forget.”
This Sunday as churches fill with songs of resurrection and families gather around tables remembering freedom, may we also remember our unfinished work.
“Disorder does not only lead to crime. Disorder can also be the kingdom of light. It’s about hope. Light emerges from the hammer blows.” Is this not the essence of Easter?
IMC Logistics and Renaissance Group announce additions.
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
“Congratulations, Eddie! You’ve brought this a long way in 10 years. Big Ed is smiling.” — George Johnson about Ed Murphey Classic bringing shot put to Beale Street
“It would seem that the organizers of the event should have been familiar with the terms of the permit they requested and were granted.” — Al Montgomery about Reaction to No Kings police response centers on city permit process
“Consistency is a big part of building a team that succeeds. Now, go recruit some talent. Best wishes for a turnaround season. Go Tigers!” — Mike Hanna about New Tigers women’s basketball coach brings 3 assistant coaches with her
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Today’s puzzle is fresh crawfish and was taken by Brad Vest.
The mayor reacts to the NBA superstar’s suggestion that the Memphis Grizzlies relocate to Nashville.
Edward Payton recently began as executive director and CEO of the Memphis VA Medical Center. The Daily Memphian sat down with him to talk about his new role.
Tigers coach Charles Huff said the team needs three running backs for each game and four he can count on for the season.
The Scoop by Kaye’s Pints & Scoops doesn’t officially open until May, but the company is doing a pop-up Saturday, April 4.
“When you look at the board and how it’s made up,” said Jason Morrison, “I thought it would be nice to have some new blood in there and some differing perspectives.”
April is full of opportunities to see multiple Memphis musicians on the bills of local venues. The month also includes the debut of a local venue and the return of a local festival.
“If a company’s business model depends on the exploitation of a Black city and the enrichment of a few power brokers at the top, we don’t want them here.”
YMCA’s Brian McLaughlin joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”
Today’s puzzle is of the pasta art made at the Raleigh Library and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
The Ed Murphey Classic announced the addition of the World Shot Put Series, created and headlined by world record holder Ryan Crouser, which is set to take place at Handy Park on Beale Street.