The Orpheum announces its 2023-24 Broadway season
The new season debuts Oct. 10 with “Funny Girl” and continues with new-to-Memphis musicals and classic favorites.
Monday prep report: Collierville continues hot start with win over CBHS
Strong pitching, opportunistic bats key for the Dragons as they improve to 10-1.
Prosecutors to seek death penalty against Ezekiel Kelly
Kelly, 20, is accused of carrying out a shooting spree on Sept. 7, 2022, that left three people dead and three others injured.
Memphis Americans coach suspended one day after post-match incident at Landers Center
A scuffle between the Memphis Americans and the Tampa Bay Strikers after a weekend showdown resulted in a one-day suspension for a coach from both teams.
‘One of the finest pubs in Ireland’ in Memphis: Bog & Barley opens next week
To build out the new Bog & Barley, 447 pieces of the restaurant were built in Ireland, taken apart, boxed up, shipped here and then reassembled. Here’s a sneak peek before it opens next week.
Three adults, three children killed in shooting at Nashville private school
All three children had gunshot wounds, officials said. They were pronounced dead upon arrival at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital. The identities of the deceased have now been released.
Two-vehicle accident includes school bus, critically injures two
Officers with the Memphis Police Department responded to the crash at East Mallory Avenue and Prospect Street at 4:46 p.m.
Davis, Williams accept invitations to Portsmouth Invitational Tournament
Davis and Williams will have a chance to showcase their abilities in front of several NBA scouts.
Olive Branch collecting supplies for Mississippi tornado victims
As Mississippi cities strive to recover from recent storms, the City of Olive Branch is collecting needed goods to help the Mississippians affected by the devastating weather.
Grizzlies Insider: Dillon Brooks wants Memphis to bring playoff atmosphere
“We are building up to it, and once we get (to the playoffs) I know it’s going to be rocking regardless of the score,” says Brooks.
Quindell Johnson runs strong 40-yard dash at Memphis Pro Day
The main question mark for NFL scouts surrounding safety Quindell Johnson was his 40-yard dash. Johnson felt confident in the time he ran at Memphis Pro Day.
Martin: For Memphis basketball, youth is not the answer
A year after Penny Hardaway eschewed high school recruiting completely, Memphis currently has six commitments in the 2023 class.
After Tyre Nichols’ death, Memphis turns to tough-on-crime policies
Memphis is still focused on crime even as it does some introspection about police in the wake of Tyre Nichols’ death.
Vote for the high school spring sports athlete of the week, Week 2
Standouts from Bartlett, Central, Collierville, Houston, Hutchison, Lausanne, Northpoint and St. Benedict are up for consideration this week.
Gov. Lee wants more funding for crisis pregnancy centers despite skepticism
Support for crisis pregnancy centers is part of Lee’s “pro-life” agenda after the Supreme Court ended the right to abortion. Many medical experts say these centers are unethical because they mislead clients and prioritize anti-abortion advocacy.
Final Four Memories: The cutting room floor
Fifty years ago, members of the 1972-73 Memphis State basketball program made memories before, during and after the team’s run to the NCAA Tournament. Here are some deserving to be picked up, dusted off and shared.
How one organization teaches kids to care about the world around them
“I always say that my job is to come in and teach them to be champions for the planet,” said Emma Simmons of Clean Memphis.
Metro
Millington native’s return to US attorney seat clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Ahead of the roll call vote, U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn spoke in favor of Dunavant, calling him an “experienced prosecutor.”
Spirit of Memphis Volunteer Memphis ‘renews passion’ on 9/11
Premium City of Memphis City to install 30 new traffic cameras — but enforcement efforts lack real teeth
City of Memphis National Guard could be deployed to Memphis, mayor says
Business
With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
The two retailers are expected to be the spark as the Shelby County suburb strives to be the “retail hub for West Tennessee.”
Business City Council talks MATA and Regional One Health rebuild
Health Care Methodist grows Neuroscience Institute with $2.8M expansion
Premium Real Estate Hotel Napoleon’s bar reopens with same name, different operator
Sports
Rider University grad transfer forward commits to Memphis
Since Memphis’ 2025-26 roster already is at the 15-player maximum, coach Penny Hardaway will have to do some shuffling before the Tigers can formally sign Tariq Ingraham.
High School Sports Memphis area high school football statistical leaders
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Grizzlies want to further evaluate these summer league players
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tigers QB Brendon Lewis on record setting pace. Already.
Food
$15 Deal: Hog & Hominy’s poutine
The fries are crispy and hefty enough to bear the load of the rich ingredients poured on top of them.
Suburbs
With an incoming Target and Academy Sports, Millington has hit the retail ‘bullseye’
The two retailers are expected to be the spark as the Shelby County suburb strives to be the “retail hub for West Tennessee.”
Arts & Culture
Cooper-Young Fest, Pride Fest (again) and the co-creator of the Ninja Turtles
This week, Southaven launches its hummingbird fest, the Halloran Centre celebrates 10 years and Beale Street throws a 100th birthday party for B.B. King.
Opinion
Opinion: Memphis is a better place when journalism thrives
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Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Festivals, 4-milers and hummingbirds
In this episode of The AM/DM, editorial director Mary Cashiola and newsletter editor Bianca Phillips discuss the week ahead, and the week ahead signals the beginning of fall festival season.