Calkins: The Grizzlies get Cam Boozer — and a night of authentic joy
Opinion: After a season of misery, the Memphis Grizzlies gave their fans a night to celebrate. It included Cam Boozer, Karim Lopez and honest-to-God hope.
Grizzlies GM Kleiman touts Boozer, Lopez, draft picks, but declines comment on Morant’s future
Highlights of what Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman had to say Tuesday night after the first round of the NBA Draft. Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with third pick of NBA DraftRelated content:
Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with third pick of NBA Draft
Boozer will join center Zach Edey and wing Cedric Coward as the core of what the Grizzlies have declared a rebuild.
Grizzlies add Karim Lopez with No. 21 pick
In taking Lopez at No. 21, the Grizzlies added a young player who’s already been productive in a professional league, the Australia/New Zealand-based National Basketball League.
Memphis City Council approves $5M for AutoZone Park
The Memphis City Council approved $5 million for repairs and renovation work at AutoZone Park. It will take a broader look at multiple uses for the ballpark that is home to the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds.
Former Tigers wide receiver named AutoZone Liberty Bowl president
Wayne Dowdle, a native Memphian who graduated from White Station High and was a wide receiver for the Tigers in the 1970s, succeeds outgoing president Shone Bynum.
Memphis budget passes during fractious day at City Hall
Memphis sanitation workers did not receive the 5% raise they wanted, raising the possibility that city trash might not get picked up.
MLGW could charge SpaceX, other big users more for water
Memphis Light, Gas and Water could soon charge heavy water users a fee based on how much water they consume and when they consume it.
SpaceX recommits to building water recycling plant
SpaceXAI representatives met with Memphis Mayor Paul Young and MLGW President Doug McGowen earlier this week.
Is the future of Memphis golf tournament in question?
Memphis and FedEx have a long history with the PGA Tour. But, when the tour announced its major shakeup to a model that creates two series, Memphis was not listed as a definite site and FedEx was not mentioned in the press release. PGA Tour approves two-tiered system in 2028 with expanded fieldsRelated content:
Alabama concert rescheduled after weather cancellation
After thunderstorms force cancellation, Alabama concert rescheduled for September.
Collierville student wins at National High School Musical Theatre Awards in New York
The ceremony — hosted by Bowen Yang, formerly of “Saturday Night Live” — followed a 10-day intensive that included coaching sessions, training and rehearsals led by Broadway professionals. Participants come from 58 programs across the U.S.
Local sommelier earns Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence
When the leadership at Amelia Gene’s asked their liquor distributor if he knew anyone who could be their sommelier, he replied, “What do you think about me?”
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Supergirl’ flies, ‘Cooley High’ looks back
Also showing: The new “Jackass: Best and Last” is advertising itself as the “fifth and final installment” of the TV-born, gonzo-stunt comedy franchise.
Collierville Schools leader’s contract extended
“I know I have work to do,” Superintendent Russell Dyer said. “I know areas I need to get stronger in and areas I’m going to work on this upcoming school year.”
Grizzlies Draft Day Notebook: Is Cameron Boozer’s path to Memphis clearing?
A consensus of opinion is emerging for the Grizzlies’ No. 3 pick.
Memphis drops consultant, weighs AutoZone Park overhaul
The City of Memphis is pondering a $55 million renovation of the taxpayer-owned AutoZone Park baseball stadium, but has ended a consulting contract with a firm tasked with reimagining the ballpark and the surrounding area.
Palazzolo announces he will not seek reelection as Germantown mayor
In a surprising announcement Monday night, Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo announced he has decided not to seek reelection in November.
Man convicted of manslaughter in Memphis chef’s death sentenced to six years
Armed with about 50 letters from the community, prosecutors pushed for a harsher penalty, but legal parameters restricted the sentence.
Solid waste pay raise, 11 amendments complicate city budget
The city’s new fiscal year starts July 1. Here are the issues and budget amendments that the City Council will work through at their last regular meeting in June.
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“Sure. And I totally believe them. One hundred percent. Zero doubts.” — Christopher Williams about SpaceX recommits to building water recycling plant
“Great lineup! Just bought my season tickets.” — Ken Hall about Opera Memphis announces 2026-27 season featuring classics, premieres, and free citywide events
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Germantown leaders approve $242.5 million budget
The nearly $242.5 million financial plan was adopted with a sanitation fee increase but a flat property tax rate.
Opera Memphis announces 2026-27 season featuring classics, premieres, and free citywide events
The mainstage season opens Oct. 24 with “Rigoletto” at the Cannon Center in collaboration with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra.
Redbirds recap: Memphis scores five runs in 10th inning against Jacksonville
Left fielder Matt Koperniak led the offense with three RBIs in his 2-for-5 night.
Sudoku: June 23
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Daily WordRow: June 23
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Daily Jigsaw: Mud Island without Harbor Town?
Today’s puzzle is the “Memphis” sign on Mud Island, taken by Greg Campbell.
Metro
Ask the Memphian: What exactly is a grand jury, and how do they work?
What exactly is a grand jury, and how do they work? In this week’s installment of “Ask the Memphian,” we talked to attorneys, prosecutors and jurors to answer those questions.
Premium Public Safety Campus crime drops sharply at U of M, led by 84% drop in auto thefts
Premium Public Safety Making waves: How the Memphis police harbor patrol keeps the city’s western border safe
Premium Spirit of Memphis Against the current: How a Memphis grandmother is swimming her way to the Senior Olympics
Elections Lowery warns against complacency as county mayor race heads to Aug. 6
Business
From greenfield to gravel: Truck yards hiding in plain sight in Memphis
Industrial Outdoor Storage sites are secure open-air sites typically used to park commercial vehicles, stage shipping containers or store heavy equipment, and they’re scattered throughout Memphis's major industrial areas.
Premium Health Care PTSD and alcoholism can ruin veterans’ lives. This UTHSC researcher’s solution could one day treat both.
Premium Real Estate Winchester Commons snapped up for $17.1 million
Premium Real Estate Inked: Sonic Drive-In coming to East Memphis
Premium Transportation & Logistics Tennessee tourism aims to fight AI fakery
Sports
Tigers fill final roster spot with commitment from Serbian big man
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway had one spot left to fill on his 2026-27 roster.
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies’ Kentavious Caldwell-Pope exercises player option
Premium Spirit of Memphis Against the current: How a Memphis grandmother is swimming her way to the Senior Olympics
Sports 2 Daily Memphian sports writers win first place in state contest
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Tigers football tracker: Which 2027 recruits are headed to Memphis?
Food
Food pop-ups keep popping up
And the result is creative menus, more customers and, sometimes, new restaurants.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Vergos family’s Greek Horiatiki salad
Suburbs
New Tennessee law changes how sales tax revenue is handed out — and it’s affecting Memphis suburbs
A new state law is using population estimates instead of census data. It benefits growing communities, but those that see a decrease in population have concerns.
Premium Germantown Old Germantown Depot Museum offers a journey down tracks of time
Arts & Culture
Medical crisis cut Memphis native’s time on Netflix reality show
The White Station High alumnus took an unconscious, face-first fall into a fire pit with a vat of boiling water hovering over the flames. Now he’s recovered and grateful for the adventure.
Premium Visual Arts Bistros, absinthe and good-time girls: Discover Parisian cafe culture at the Dixon
Opinion
Herrington: As draft week arrives, Grizzlies set to add foundational player. Will they part with one, too?
There are three “No. 1” picks in the 2026 draft. By Tuesday night, one of them will be a Memphis Grizzly. But what other comings and goings will this week bring?
Podcasts
John Zeanah wants city planning to be smarter — so he wrote a book
Eric Barnes talks to John Zeneah, the city’s chief of development and infrastructure, about his book: “Today’s Comprehensive Plan: An Adaptive Approach.”