How a tweak to Tennessee law signals Grizz lease momentum
A Shelby County Board of Commissioners vote signaled the subtle progress local governments are making toward a long-term lease with the Memphis Grizzlies.
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March 2026
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Sushi Jimmi taking former By the Brewery space to ‘Next Level’
“This place was meant for me,” Chef Jimmy Sinh, known as “Sushi Jimmi,” said.
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Grizzlies 25: Ja Morant’s peak years were a mountain of unforgettable moments
Maybe Ja Morant flew too close to the sun, but one of the reasons we show up or tune in is to watch men fly.
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The Early Word: A mayor, deputies get arrested; MPD cops are put on leave
County Commission cracks down on Ford-style outbursts, Sushi Jimmi is opening a new restaurant and local Iranians share their thoughts on the war.
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Olive Branch retail strip gets facelift as nearby developments boom
With a nearby developments and improvements to a major intersection, the Mid South Center in Olive Branch is aimed at providing new businesses.
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Martin: Memphis makes staff hires official, plus some rumblings around college basketball
As we near the truly busy season, i.e., the transfer portal window opening, here are just a few things I’m hearing at the local and national level in college basketball.
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The 411 on the 4-2-5: What to know about Tigers’ defensive scheme
Lance Guidry was Memphis coach Charles Huff’s first defensive coordinator at Marshall, and now they’re reunited at Memphis.
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Herrington: Evaluating Zach Kleiman’s Grizzlies draft record
In the NBA Draft, teams “hit” about a third of the time. How have the Grizzlies done under Zach Kleiman?
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Embracing Memphis: Why an acclaimed poet shares his passion for writing in his adopted home
Award-winning poet and U of M professor Marcus Wicker has been in Memphis for nearly a decade. Here’s how he developed a passion for poetry, and why he’s sharing it with the community.
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Cam Spencer snuck away, then watched one of the ‘craziest’ games he’s ever seen
The former UConn star, who won an NCAA title in 2024, was in Washington, D.C. to see the Huskies' thrilling comeback win over the Duke Blue Devils in an Elite Eight game Sunday.
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The Early Word: Protest ends with pepper spray, and an old Tiger returns
Midtown music venue is for sale, the county has a penny problem and we’ve got your guide to crawfish season.
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Crawfish season’s near its boiling point. Here’s where to buy them.
It’s mudbug season, and trucks such as Crawfish Cabin and Memphis Crawfish Co. are crawling in the season’s biggest, better crustaceans.
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Ask the Memphian: How did the Black community help save Memphis during the Yellow Fever Epidemic?
The Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1878 was one of the worst disasters in American history, and it devastated Memphis. But during one of the saddest, darkest periods of the city’s history, Black Memphians helped save it.
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No Kings march rallies Dems. Young stresses crime-decline timeline. Trump cagey in governor’s race.
Before the violent end of the No Kings march, Democrats talked about holding elected officials accountable. Meanwhile, a Republican candidate on this year’s ballot is pointing to state takeovers.
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CBHS standout Will Brick is in a ‘win-win’ situation
Decision on college or turning pro will come soon enough. But for now, the top prospect in the state is contributing to winning baseball at CBHS — in ways obvious and more subtle.
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Pro hockey returning to Mid-South with new team at Landers Center
After the departure of the Riverkings in 2018, ice hockey is returning to the Mid-South this fall with a new franchise in the Federal Prospects Hockey League.
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Warren: Progress at The Lake District provides glimmer of hope
Finishing the project is still years away, but progress gives hope the promised Lake District may materialize one day. Just with others delivering on the promise.
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Redbirds Recap: Memphis sweeps Gwinnett behind productive Prieto
Third baseman César Prieto doubled the Memphis lead with a second-inning single and error to make it 4-0.
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Cedric Coward scores — and does a lot more — as Grizzlies beat Bulls
With so many of the team’s more established talents not playing, a lot of fans had been yearning for the talented rookie to flex his game a little more.
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Redbirds recap: Memphis holds off Gwinnett
First baseman Blaze Jordan, who played his high school baseball for DeSoto Central High, led the Memphis offense with three hits.
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Echols: Heaven is a long and delightful and forever hello
“I am keenly aware of the sting of goodbyes. Right now, even insignificant moments seem to carry weight; every parting hints at some grander departure that’s waiting just around the bend.”
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Dumpster deep dive: How each suburb handles sanitation
Some suburbs contract out while others provide their own services. They don’t all provide the same options, and the prices residents pay also differ.
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Redbirds recap: Memphis opens 2026 with win at Gwinnett
Third baseman Ramon Mendoza and catcher Jimmy Crooks hit home runs to lead the offense. Mendoza ended the night 3-for-4 with the home run and two RBIs.
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Recipe Exchange: Felicia Suzanne’s deviled eggs with Kelley’s Katch Caviar
For a perfect boiled egg, Willett Schuchardt first puts the eggs in a saucepan and covers them with water.
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In-N-Out confirms first Memphis location
An official with the company didn’t provide an official opening date, but he did provide an estimate for how long construction to opening takes.
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