Lee announces funding for 20 state troopers in Shelby County
The increase in THP officers for the city’s interstate system and state highways has been a goal of Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland.
Ja Morant highlight breaks NBA social media record
Ja Morant’s buzzer-beater against San Antonio is the most-viewed NBA Instagram video of all time.
Scouting report: South Florida is bottom of conference, but should be top of Tigers’ minds
The Bulls have a poor offense but surprising defense, which means Memphis shouldn’t underestimate them as Houston beckons.
Ford focused on attracting students to future careers at expo
“We’re looking for technical, we’re looking for operational, we’re looking for lean and professional behaviors when we think about that ideal worker of the future,” said Liliana Ramirez, Ford’s workforce development director.
Legislators reject bill allowing cities to raise minimum wage
“Like many of you, I believe in local control,” state Sen. Sara Kyle of Memphis said.
Memories of 2020 fuel FACS’ run back to state
Core seniors, who were sophomores when the team lost in the title game two years ago, are determined to produce a different result — for themselves and the school.
Listen to how Jamie Harmon developed Memphis Quarantine
The photographer joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to discuss how the project came to life.
City Council walks back use of cash apps for towing fees
Under the amended ordinance, people would be able to use major credit cards to pay tow truck companies, but the allowed fee will go up to 4%.
Horn Lake holds off on opting out of Mississippi medical marijuana law
Horn Lake officials delay decision on whether to allow medical marijuana sales in the city but discuss the pot smell accompanying cultivation facilities.
Taylor moves closer to August primary challenge of Kelsey
Brent Taylor resigned as chairman of the Shelby County Election Commission this week but didn’t mention a bid for the state Senate.
Ja Morant: Grizzlies are ‘must-see TV,’ unfazed by Cowherd comments
Ja Morant said TNT was wise to flex the Grizzlies-Celtics game to national television, and dismissed the views of a sports talking head.
Herrington: Steven Adams doesn’t take many shots, but helps Grizzlies’ offense hum
He’s not a scorer, but his cohesion with Ja Morant has been undeniable.
Tigers Football Insider: 2022 schedule presents a path for an eight-win season
Memphis snapped its seven-year streak of at least eight wins last season. The Tigers could get back on track this year.
Listen to Jennifer and Chris talk about Folk’s Folly and Chipotle
Jennifer Biggs and Chris Herrington talk over Herrington’s first Folk’s Folly experience and Chipotle opening on Summer Avenue.
Table Talk: Remembering Fr. Vieron, New Eats galore, a new roux
Memphis weekend features Catalan food, a stroll through the tractors and combines at the Mid-South Farm & Gin Show, and a tribute to Father Nicholas Vieron at the Memphis Restaurant Association banquet.
Mark your calendars
Here are the next Memphis Grizzlies games:
- Game 6: Friday, May 13, Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors, 9 p.m. (ESPN)
- Game 7 (if needed): Monday, May 16, Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors, 7:30 p.m. (TNT)
Graceland has somewhere you can ‘Gogh’
New “Beyond Van Gogh” installation part of Elvis Presley Enterprises’ aim to bring world-class exhibitions to Memphis.
Listen to Grizzlies writers break down Ja Morant’s MVP chances
Can Ja Morant win the MVP this season? His chances are increasing by the game.
Runners Track Club Winter Off-Road Series 10K results
These are the times from the race on Feb. 27, 2022 at Shelby Farms.
Daily Memphian high school honor roll: Jackson leads CBHS to state tournament
Chandler Jackson marked his last career home game with 18 points, seven rebounds and seven assists.
Preview: What to know about CBHS, FACS as they chase Division 2 state titles
Brothers take on Lipscomb Academy in D2-AA Thursday and Crusaders square off against Clarksville Academy on Friday.
Metro
MLGW takes step toward buying Cordova property
MLGW previously considered moving the utility’s headquarters to the same building, but backed off on that plan.
City of Memphis Council members to push Gov. Lee to reject Guard deployment
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: More on the National Guard; Midtown’s Parkview is back
Public Safety The AM/DM podcast: How a new MPD position rankled the department
Business
The latest on Google’s West Memphis data center? It could add water recycling.
Google plans to limit its water usage to “domestic needs” and cover all the energy costs needed to power its West Memphis facility.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Premium Business Peabody renovations ‘complete departure’ from old look
Premium Transportation & Logistics What a giant train merger has to do with National Guard in Memphis
Sports
Breaking down the Tigers’ unblemished home record against power conference schools since 2015
The Memphis Tigers will host Arkansas on Saturday. Memphis has won all five of its home games against power conference schools since 2015, including three against SEC opponents.
High School Sports Tuesday prep report: Northpoint scores crucial victory over St. George’s
High School Sports At Bolton High, a revived girls soccer program is playing for pride and joy
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: Memphis has a rich history of playing the SEC. Is it coming to an end?
Food
Wiseacre’s OG location isn’t just for beer anymore
Since its inception, Wiseacre’s Broad Avenue taproom has relied on a rotating cast of food trucks. But now the brewery is opening its own in-house sandwich shop.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools to improve cell service at high school, hears site purchase updates
Collierville Schools is hoping cell service is soon improved in the high school area. District leaders also heard an update on two sites they are purchasing.
Arts & Culture
Networking event adding pitch competition, creatives night
“Here we have an event where people are coming together, hundreds of people consistently, for eight years, having a fantastic time,” the founder said.
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis has a rich history of playing the SEC. Is it coming to an end?
For almost exactly 60 years, SEC teams have been traveling to the Liberty Bowl to play Memphis in football. Saturday might be the beginning of the end.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How a new MPD position rankled the department
In the wake of Tyré Nichols’ death, the Memphis Police Department decided it had an absence of supervision in the field, and set out to fix that problem by creating a new position — the second lieutenant. But that solution caused a string of other problems.