With Desmond Bane back, Grizz lose close one to West-leading Thunder
Desmond Bane returned to the Memphis Grizzlies’ lineup on Saturday night, March 16, after a more than two-month absence due to an ankle sprain.Related story:
Inmate dies in DeSoto County correctional facility
A woman was found incapacitated in her cell Friday, March 15, while in custody of the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department.
‘Green’ festival sprouts at Overton Park
Around 300 attendees connected with local organizations working to achieve a greener and cleaner Memphis.
Gallery: Beale Street goes green
Attendees from Memphis and beyond headed Downtown for the 51st Annual Silky O’Sullivan’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 16.
Douglass’ dream season comes to a frustrating end
A furious rally was not enough as Aloca repeats a Class 2A state championship win.
Fulton tops Ridgeway in 3A title game
The Roadrunners can’t get anything going as Falcons repeat.
Beale Street returns to safety plan with approach of spring, bigger crowds
The DMC will also continue its policy of what amounts to a cover charge that goes to pay the cost of the private security.
Circuit Court Clerk asks for audit before decisions are made about number of Shelby County judges
The weighted caseload study could impact the amount of resources or number of judges Shelby County’s judicial district could have.
Olive Branch man accused of firing at police could face attempted-murder charges
Colby Alan Towles, first charged with two counts of aggravated assault on an officer, could now face charges that carry a life sentence.
Former Mayor Strickland favored for U of M law dean, says email to faculty
Strickland, whose candidacy was announced in February, is one of four finalists selected by a committee of faculty, staff and alumni.
Early end to season was never a question for Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane
Desmond Bane, out since Jan. 12 with a grade 3 ankle sprain, is expected to return to action Saturday night against Oklahoma City.
Memphis-based HHM Certified Public Accountants acquires Pensacola firm
HHM Certified Public Accountants has been in business for more than 40 years, and has a Memphis office at 1755 Kirby Parkway.
Next-gen Ridgeway advances to first title game in 16 years
Roadunners smother Creek Wood in a dominating Class 3A semifinal.
Hutchinson: Be wary of get-rich-quick schemes
Even if you’ve determined a business opportunity is legitimate, be sure it’s right for you. Ask what you’d be selling or doing, how shoppers would find you, what your expenses would be and when you could expect to turn a profit.
Why you should read Holly Whitfield’s ‘100 Things to Do in Memphis’
Holly has written a new book documenting and describing so many cool and interesting places in Memphis: “100 Things to Do in Memphis Before You Die”.
Grizzlies podcast: Bane’s return, 10-days and two-ways
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ options for two-way players next season and the expected return of Desmond Bane.
Tigers basketball podcast: Heading to the AAC Tournament with hope
Host Greg Gaston, Parth Upadhyaya and Tim Buckley break down the Memphis Tigers’ chances at this week’s American Athletic Conference Tournament.
Sound Bites: New Memphis guide book shares must-eats
In this week’s episode of Sound Bites, Eric Barnes and Holly Whitfield discuss “100 Things To Do In Memphis Before You Die”.
Sudoku: March 16
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Metro
As violent crime falls, most Shelby County DA cases in 2025 were misdemeanors
The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office has released its 2025 annual report. Most cases prosecuted last year involved misdemeanor charges.
Public Safety Man pleads guilty in hit and run that left 20-year-old woman dead
Education Memphis students won’t have to make up snow days
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Memphis on the music scene
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Young gets heckled, and Ikea says goodbye — or rather, adjö
Business
FedEx, private equity partners announce $9B deal with Polish logistics company
FedEx’s CEO said the agreement will allow the company to better serve customers in Europe.
Transportation & Logistics New warehouse opening to support Amazon
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Business After decade-long run, IKEA Memphis will close
Premium Real Estate Rare church-to-home conversion brings 4-bedroom ‘sanctuary living’ to Cooper-Young
Sports
Two Memphis Tigers invited to NFL Combine
The Tigers are expected have two players at the combine for a second consecutive year.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball What to watch when Memphis faces North Texas
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies 25: Rudy Gay may have been the best big-shot maker in Grizzlies history
Premium Sports It’s American Conference Tournament or bust for Memphis Tigers baseball. And the season hasn’t even started.
Premium High School Sports Super Bowl MVP Walker hasn’t changed much since Arlington High days
Food
Slutty Vegan tests Memphis market with restaurant takeover
Memphis is the first in a multi-city food tour the popular Slutty Vegan brand is doing to gauge demand for franchise locations.
Premium Business Where there’s smoke: Fuego Vivo brings live-fire, global menu to East Memphis
Suburbs
Orange cones not appearing on Pleasant Hill Road in Olive Branch until late 2029
Improvements are coming to Pleasant Hill Road in Olive Branch, but it will be a while before commuters see the congestion relief.
Premium Bartlett Bartlett approves purchase, new management for Quail Ridge Golf Course
Arts & Culture
February warms up with 5 must-see concerts
“Feral live sets” or jazz and soul? A “sonic memoir” or folk concert meets theater? February brings plenty of concerts to Memphis stages, with a range of sounds.
City of Memphis MoSH searching for new executive director after Thompson exit
Opinion
Calkins: Why did a Holocaust survivor visit Graceland? A story about hate, survival — and the importance of joy
Mark Schonwetter spent years hiding from the Nazis as a boy. He came to Memphis this week to talk about the journey of survival, the persistence of hate — and a lesson his mother taught him about joy.
Premium Guest Columnists Opinion: Do research before hiring a contractor
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Memphis on the music scene
The Grammy Awards were held at the beginning of the month, and though there weren’t any Memphians who won a Grammy this year, Memphis was a strong throughline at the ceremonies.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: Restaurant scene roundup
Games
Sudoku: Feb. 10
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?