Ja Morant unleashes power in Grizzlies’ win over Nuggets
Morant has 38 points, six rebounds and six assists, outperforming reigning MVP Nikola Jokic. Related story:
Friday prep report: Clarkson dominates as Saints continue to impress
Briarcrest junior post player scores 29 points in victory over Hutchison. Also, a roundup of other games Friday and box scores.
Penny apologizes to city, fans, players for rant after loss to SMU
The Tigers coach, in an Instagram post, said: “I let the emotions get the best of me last night and that’s not the way to handle situations.”
Calkins: Can Hardaway get it done at Memphis? My ‘stupid bleeping’ question still stands
I asked Penny Hardaway if he could “get this done” at Memphis. His answer — complete with four expletives — revealed a lot. Tigers drop third straight AAC game after sloppy start Tigers' problems run much deeper than injury issuesRelated stories:
Collierville promotes Shawn Taggart to boys basketball coach
Collierville High School named Shawn Taggart as its interim boys basketball coach following the resignation of Cedric Henderson.
Conaway: I don’t like her much, but she’s still my big sister
“My Tennessee sister Nashville is becoming a Disney World of cities, the reality of it is the fantasy, the place of it is the imitation.”
Reward increased to $5,000 for information in fatal Rhodes College shooting
The family of Drew Rainer, a Rhodes College student shot and killed in a home invasion robbery last year, has added money to the reward in case.
Listen to Tigers beat writers break down Hardaway’s outburst, Silverfield’s new offensive coordinator
Memphis beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II recap Penny Hardaway’s explosive postgame rant after the Tigers’ latest loss to SMU.
Trash or treasure? Illegally dumped tires become bicycle lane barriers
Binghampton Development Corporation and artist Tad Pierson have turned 420 illegally dumped tires into bicycle lane barriers and have begun installing them along Broad Avenue in Binghampton.
About Town: Changes abound in the Shelby County Schools
Shelby County Schools is part of a national trend that shows public school enrollment declining.
Officials: COVID-positive hospitalizations have plateaued
On Jan. 12, the Shelby County Health Department reported 770 hospitalizations: 134 in the ICU and 636 in acute care.
Senate committee recommends expulsion of Katrina Robinson
Robinson said the process was unfair since the Senate Ethics Committee comprises four white Republican men and one Black woman.
Liars’ Lunch group finally finds chicken tenders that stand up to Houston’s
The club members, upset after chicken tenders were removed from Houston’s menu in July 2020, have found a new home for their favorite lunch.
Fayette-Ware big man, Bartlett point guard win player of the week fan vote
JaSteven Walker was runaway boys winner; Kennedy Claybrooks helped her team to 4-0 run last week.
Whitehaven businesses to receive funding for exterior improvements
The $40,000 2022 Small Business Exterior Improvement Grant Fund, supported by the Memphis City Council Community Grant Program, will match up to $5,000 for commercial property owners in Whitehaven, allowing them to make high-quality exterior improvements to their buildings.
AAC not likely to receive payouts from canceled bowl games
AAC commissioner says a team backing out in this instance is not the fault of the bowl.
Lakeland MPDRC considers revised sketch plan for Taylor Farms
After expressing major concerns about a development’s sketch two months ago, Lakeland planning advisers this week provided a more optimistic view for the project.
Metro
Update: Local Democratic party leaders question Feagins’ candidacy but state will not intervene
State party leaders say there will be no hearing at a Saturday meeting on some concerns expressed by local Democrats about whether the former MSCS superintendent is a “bona-fide” Democrat.
City of Memphis Clayborn Temple to be rebuilt
Public Safety Veteran Memphis judge to retire
City of Memphis Repairs to water main break Downtown could last through weekend
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Business
St. Jude president and CEO on 40-plus years at a global icon: ‘Pursuit of science is the pursuit of truth’
St. Jude announced Dr. James Downing is leaving as CEO and president later this year. The longtime leader discussed changes, opportunities and challenges ahead for one of Memphis’ — and the world’s — most well-known health care facilities. Related content:
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Business Convention Center leader leaving Memphis
Business Two new clothing stores coming to Saddle Creek
Transportation & Logistics Airport to double fees on taxis, rideshares for pickup
Sports
Grizzlies welcome back JJJ with video
The Grizzlies welcomed former star Jaren Jackson Jr. back to FedExForum with a thank-you video.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies ‘Love comes to mind': Fans cheer Jaren Jackson Jr.'s return in Grizzlies win
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies beat Jazz in battle of the benches
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Grizzlies 123, Jazz 114
High School Sports Hot-shooting MUS downs rival CBHS
Food
After 28 years, Tsunami is ‘going out with a bang’
Now in its final weeks of operation, the announcement of Tsunami’s closure has triggered a wave of sadness and a bevy of last-minute reservations.
Transportation & Logistics GXO Logistics to lay off 185 in Memphis
Suburbs
Lakeland appoints city manager
Emily Harrell replaces former City Manager Michael Walker who was terminated by the board on Nov. 3 for “erosion of trust” involving several personnel decisions.
Premium Suburbs Bailey: Trying to crack a varying sidewalk code in the suburbs
Arts & Culture
The Arts Beat: Memphis podcast scene evolves with the times
“Verbally Effective,” with Ena Esco, and “You Can See Me In The Dark,” hosted by Nathan Reisman and Melissa Sweazy, both launched in 2018. They have hundreds of published episodes and continue today.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Memphis Youth Symphony Program approaches its 60th year
Opinion
Opinion: Why immigration enforcement is not the same struggle as the Civil Rights Movement
“Supporting local charities and advocating for legislative reform are reasonable paths forward; interfering with active law enforcement is not.”
Guest Columnists Opinion: Memphis, are you still thinking about the Roman Empire (and Yellow Fever)?
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.
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Games
Daily Jigsaw: A Novel speed date
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from a Valentine’s Day speed dating event at Novel and was taken by Brad Vest.