Memphis rolls past LSU and into NCAA second round
Three goals in second half send the University of Memphis women’s soccer team to its first NCAA victory since 2011.
More good news for Haywood County: A hospital reopens
Brownsville’s hospital, closed since 2014, could have an economic ripple effect of nearly 700 jobs in the area and ease pressure on the local emergency medical services.
Calvin Austin III’s status hangs in balance, along with Tigers’ season
The University of Memphis receiver’s injury has complicated the Tigers’ situation, with the run game stagnant.
Krosstown Kleaners building could be reborn
The Krosstown Kleaners building was built in 1910 and originally served as a bakery, before becoming a dry cleaning business in 1944 with its distinctive neon sign.
A meeting with Penny fuels Earl Timberlake’s confidence
The Miami transfer who has been putting undue pressure on himself heard from the Tigers’ coach: ‘I’m with you.’
Bates leads the charge as Memphis rolls over North Carolina Central
Penny Hardaway still experimenting with lineups, taking advantage of a relatively easy, although disjointed, game. Related story:
Box score: Memphis 90, North Carolina Central 51
Calkins: The real reason to worry about Memphis football
Was Ryan Silverfield wrong to go for the two-point conversion Saturday? Maybe. But that’s not what Tigers football fans should be concerned about.
This time, it’s Pelicans who capitalize on Grizzlies’ woes
The Grizzlies are on a three-game losing streak, this time falling to a New Orleans team that entered the evening 1-12.Related story:
Box score: Pelicans 112, Grizzlies 101
Tigers’ hallmark this season: Inconsistency with a dash of what’s possible
With losses to inferior opponents and wins against ranked teams, it’s anyone’s guess what will show up next week.
Memphis loses overtime gamble to East Carolina
David Kemp’s 24-yard field goal forces OT, but team’s kicking woes prompt coach Ryan Silverfield to go with 2-point conversion attempt instead of extra point after overtime TD. Tigers’ hallmark this season: Inconsistency with a dash of what’s possibleRelated stories:
Argent Trust relocates to Ridgeway Center
The subsidiary of Louisiana-based wealth management company Argent Financial Group is moving its Memphis office to Ridgeway Center.
Suburban schools shift to masks optional
Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland and Millington cited COVID-19 legislation signed by Gov. Bill Lee that removes schools’ ability to require face coverings
Bus transit ‘not fun', novice riders find
Five Houston High juniors scheduled a ‘Bus Day’ and traveled across the city on MATA buses to learn what it’s like for those who rely on public transportation every day.
Guest column: Briarcrest shouldn’t shun students for who they are
‘The school’s announcement about their stance on sexuality did not shock me, but it did break my heart that young people are once again being targeted for who they are.’
Herrington: Ja vs. Zion signaled new era of Southern hoops, but it’s been a dream deferred
Morant and Williamson. Memphis and New Orleans. Beale Street and Bourbon. The connections seemed so promising, but it hasn’t come to fruition — yet.
Metro
‘We decided to do something’ about rundown cemetery
Volunteers have taken on the task of cleaning up the 10-acre graveyard. Among the estimated 3,400 graves at Mt. Carmel Cemetery is that of Memphis hero Tom Lee.
State Government State House bill lets private businesses, citizens reject same-sex marriage
Health Care General Assembly votes to expand birth control access in Tennessee
Elections A look at which County races could be won at the noon deadline
Real Estate County property-tax rate could go down
Business
Convention Center leader leaving Memphis
Renasant Convention Center general manager Dean Dennis has accepted a job as the general manager of the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.
Business Two new clothing stores coming to Saddle Creek
Transportation & Logistics Airport to double fees on taxis, rideshares for pickup
Transportation & Logistics GXO Logistics to lay off 185 in Memphis
Premium Business Women & Business seminar speakers to share advice, empowerment
Sports
What to watch when Memphis faces UAB
The Blazers look to remain undefeated on the road in American Conference play when they visit the Tigers on Sunday.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘Love comes to mind’: Fans cheer Jaren Jackson Jr.’s return in Grizzlies win
High School Sports Hot-shooting MUS downs rival CBHS
Sports Ohio State’s grand slam helps shut door on Memphis Tigers
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies welcome back JJJ with video
Food
Food Files: Grab that microphone, Memphis, and get ready to sing
Both The Studio Karaoke and The SovereignTea Cafe will have their grand openings in February. Also, a new Pizza Hut is coming to Marketplace at Raleigh.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Cocktails meet canvases in The Edge
Suburbs
Hernando doubles some sewer fees
The increase comes as Hernando officials scramble to address a projected deficit in the city’s utility fund.
Real Estate Fogelman acquires Germantown apartments
Arts & Culture
Robert Duvall on screen, Steve Mulroy on stage and a Bad Bunny party
In this week’s To-Do List, celebrate Lunar New Year at the Brooks, read about wrasslin’ at Novel and celebrate Afro-Latino Week all over town.
Music The Red Clay Strays, Wu-Tang Clan, Dave Matthews Band headline 2026 Riverbeat Music Fest
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis, are you still thinking about the Roman Empire (and Yellow Fever)?
“Historian Kyle Harper is coming to the University of Memphis to ask a chilling question: are we, like the Romans, on the cusp of societal collapse — or even mass extinction?”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Why immigration enforcement is not the same struggle as the Civil Rights Movement
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Improv, Bad Bunny and other things to do this weekend
There are plant sales, Bad Bunny-inspired events, Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy doing a monologue and a week’s worth of Afro-Latino stories, music and dancing.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Storylines for rest of season
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 20
Ready for today’s sudokus?