Calkins: The Grizzlies have a problem. And it isn’t just basketball.
They fell in love with the Grizzlies on their first date. But after Monday’s game, they’re giving up their season tickets. And they’re not alone.
Injured Grizzlies Edey, Aldama, others take early ‘exit’ as home schedule wraps up
Zach Edey, Santi Aldama, Jaylen Wells and Scotty Pippen Jr. did their media exit interviews early, speaking before Monday night’s final home game.Related content:
Box score: Cavaliers 142, Grizzlies 126
Box score for the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Cleveland Cavaliers at FedExForum.
Briarcrest ace Phinn Beaird quiets MUS
Future Texas pitcher strikes out 10 in his first “real” outing of the season.
Tennessee legislature honors Memphis native Drew Holcomb
Lawmakers honored the four-time Grammy nominated artist with a resolution making his “Tennessee” an official state song, in the company of classics like “Rocky Top” and “Tennessee Waltz.”
Tennessee bill would make drink spiking a felony and require test strips at bars
Led by Sen. Paul Rose, R-Covington, a bipartisan bill that aims to crack down on the use of “date rape” drugs to involuntarily intoxicate someone cruised through the Senate, but is set for a challenge in the House.
MSCS advances improvement plan, acknowledges ‘critical blind spots’ uncovered by state’s audit
MSCS head Roderick Richmond is advancing plans to improve internal controls and district processes in response to forensic audit findings released last week. Now, the district has launched two websites to track progress.
Memphis football is doing something different this spring
Rather than the usual spring game, fans can watch a typical University of Memphis practice during the Tigers’ Spring Fest. The free event will include tailgating, a band performance and kids zone.
Veteran restaurateurs to open Middle Eastern bakery
The restaurateurs behind Sam’s Main Street Eatery and La Roche Lebanese Cuisine are opening a bakery.
GXO closes Southaven warehouse as xAI moves in, adding to North Mississippi layoffs
Together, the companies are laying off more than 450 workers in North Mississippi.
AutoZone may be rolling onto Houston Levee
AutoZone is looking at another Collierville location, which could add more activity to an already bustling Houston Levee Road.
Marcus Stokes’ journey to Memphis and the lessons learned along the way
How Marcus Stokes went from four-star recruit to Division II quarterback who is now competing to lead the Tigers.
Calkins: After more than eight decades, a Memphis war hero will finally be awarded the diploma he earned
Memphis State student Arthur Allen was hailed as a war hero when he was killed in a bombing mission over Germany. More than 80 years later, Allen’s family will be presented with the diploma that Allen well and truly earned.
Bodywerk, Brezay, Sunset Symphony to play Overton Park Shell
The lineup includes Scottish and Australian artists, as well as artists from Brooklyn, Hawaii and New Orleans.
What happens to draft lottery odds if Memphis ties with New Orleans or Dallas?
The NBA doesn’t use traditional tiebreaker rules to determine draft lottery odds. Instead, the league goes with a system that flattens chances for a top four pick.
‘All these shining stars’ — Keeping up with Memphis’ music family, the Whalums
The Whalums have a rich musical history. Here’s how the latest generation of Whalum musicians have carried on their family’s legacy — while also carving out their own distinct and distinguished careers.
Tennessee faces a physician shortage of 3,900 by 2035. How do local medical leaders think we can fix it?
There are many solutions to a statewide physician shortage facing Tennessee in coming years. Local medical leaders said one thing is key — the ability to train people where they might eventually practice.
Burlington looking at Germantown location
Burlington is looking to fill an empty retail space in Germantown. It would be the brand’s sixth store in Shelby County.
Vote for the spring sports athlete of the week, Week 4
Standouts from Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Harding, Houston and Millington up for consideration this week. Voting ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 9.
Herrington: Evaluating Zach Kleiman’s history of coach and player management
It can be fairly easy to evaluate a transaction: a draft pick, a trade, a signing. But many important parts of the job are less tangible and less public: managing people and personalities, from front office to coaching staff to players.
What Daily Memphians think*
“A much-deserved recognition to a man who loved his country and school. Congrats to Frank, who persevered to make sure his uncle got the degree he deserved. Ramblings of a Bomber Pilot is well worth watching and available on multiple streaming services.” — Larry Coley about Calkins: After more than eight decades, a Memphis war hero will finally be awarded the diploma he earned
“So proud of KD. A class act and grateful for his time with the Tigers!” — Debbie Smith about Ex-Tiger Kendric Davis wins NBL championship, named MVP
“It’s time TN stops pretending that every answer to our problems is pretending that they don’t exist. We need legislators who will focus on forward thinking solutions.” — Paul Koltnow about Tennessee faces a physician shortage of 3,900 by 2035. How do local medical leaders think we can fix it?
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Opinion: In the face of unprecedented danger, Memphis police officers answer the call
“May we never forget those we’ve lost. May we never take for granted those who still stand watch. And may we always remember that every day, in a city where danger is always present, Memphis police officers continue to answer the call.”
Sudoku: April 6
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Daily WordRow: April 6
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Daily Jigsaw: Wax wonders
Today’s puzzle is a close up of a wax print design by Samilia Pelshak and was taken by Elle Perry.
Metro
April 4,1968 through the eyes of a then-19-year-old who was at the Lorraine Motel
Clara Jean Ester, who was 19 in 1968, describes the moments after Rev. King was shot. And the daughter of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu discusses the mission her father and Rev. King shared.
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Memphis Grizzlies Memphis Mayor Paul Young responds to LeBron James comments
Public Safety Triple shooting Downtown leaves 2 in critical condition
Business
Wang’s Mandarin House founders retire, sell longtime restaurant
The brother-sister duo behind Wang’s is saying goodbye.
Premium Business Baby ducks are cute! And Metzer Farms hatches hundreds of thousands every year
Premium Business The Wolf named Radio Station of the Year
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Sports
Who are the top Tiger running backs in spring practice?
Tigers coach Charles Huff said the team needs three running backs for each game and four he can count on for the season.
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Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis basketball transfer portal tracker: A look at the Tigers’ 2026-27 roster rebuild
Food
Recipe Exchange: Jennifer Chandler’s pimento cheese biscuits
Be sure to make extra biscuits so you can make stuffed biscuit sandwiches with your leftovers.
Business Kaye’s Pints & Scoops to open new scoop shop
Suburbs
When disaster strikes, these hard-working people who get paid nothing answer the call in DeSoto County
In DeSoto County, joining the local Search and Rescue unit means logging thousands of training hours, swimming miles in open water and responding to traumatic scenes at a moment’s notice.
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Arts & Culture
Memphis’ forgotten figures: Jimmie Lunceford
You might not have heard of Jimmie Lunceford, a jazz musician and band leader. But in the 1930s, this Memphian was a major star.
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Opinion
Echols: How all the broken pieces reveal the essence of Easter
“Disorder does not only lead to crime. Disorder can also be the kingdom of light. It’s about hope. Light emerges from the hammer blows.” Is this not the essence of Easter?
Premium Guest Columnists Opinion: Resurrection, remembrance and the work ahead
Podcasts
Reaction to No Kings police response centers on city permit process
Memphis Mayor Paul Young talked on “Behind The Headlines” about the March 28 No Kings march that ended with Memphis Police pepper-spraying demonstrators.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more The YMCA’s impact on thousands of children in Memphis and the Mid-South
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Crawfish season
Today’s puzzle is fresh crawfish and was taken by Brad Vest.