Led by a huge double-double from Kamryn Green, the Gryphons made their coach look prophetic.

The Grizzlies used long-range shooting to build a double-digit lead in the first half, and maintained a double-digit advantage through much of the fourth quarter.

Box score for the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.

The Memphis Tigers coach, who took over in 2018, had an encouraging message during his weekly radio show Monday, a little more than 24 hours after the Tigers took a 78-76 loss to Tulane.

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If Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee achieves his goal, Tennessee would spend more than $303 million in public dollars on vouchers next fiscal year to help send 40,000 students to private schools across the state.

From 1855 to 1862, about 3,800 slaves were sold in what is now Calvary Episcopal Church’s parking lot. The church is shedding a light on this history, and it received a major grant for its effort. 

As winter storms left parts of north Mississippi isolated, a Memphis caterer partnered with a disaster relief group to deliver meals to those who needed them. 

A new state budget was just introduced, with funds for Memphis, raises for teachers and a reminder that Tennessee has a funding shortfall for infrastructure needs.

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Ford will resign from his position on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners and will never again run for elected office.

A change for Memphis library employees could end up as city charter amendment for the November ballot or the final vote on the referendum ordinance could be delayed as it was last week.

With hoops on hold, we revisit Memphis’ standout high school players of the week.

Memphis Tigers coach Penny Hardaway keeps the faith despite 11 losses so far this season.

As we finally arrive at the NBA’s trade deadline week, let’s survey a few pressing Grizzlies topics. 

Today’s puzzle is of the snow-covered seats at FedExPark’s Avron Fogelman Field and was taken by Patrick Dolly.

A slain businessman, known as the “Hot Tamale King.” A young, fedora-wearing detective. And a tantalizing clue: a gray felt hat, left near the scene of the crime.

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Founder Allie Trotter said Whisks of Doom was never meant to fit into traditional bakery culture, which she describes as too “cotton candy” for her taste.

Shelby County’s new interim chief public defender doesn’t plan on sweeping changes to the historic office. But she does have some ideas.

Winning the rebounding battle, shooting more free throws than the Green Wave and having more second-chance points still wasn’t enough for Memphis to find the late-season stride it desperately needs.

Cedric Coward has faced both physical and mental challenges during his rookie season. The NBA Rising Star has held it together with personal balance. 

Also happening this week: Germantown is sprucing up a park and a greenway.

The Tigers fell to Tulane on Sunday afternoon at FedExForum in a game in which they trailed for more than 35 minutes and fell behind by as many as 15 points in the first half.

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Monday will be more of the same in Memphis — icy roadways, closed schools. But it will also finally be warmer, no matter which rodents see or do not see their shadows. 

These items top the Shelby County Board of Commissoners’ Monday agenda.