The Early Word: Troopers don’t play by MPD’s rules; Palladio’s story may go on
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Howdy, Memphis! It’s Thursday, Oct. 16, and it’s a big day for civil-rights advocates and Memphis Tigers basketball. The National Civil Rights Museum will honor three people — two CEOS and a longtime educator — at its annual Freedom Awards tonight. And the Tigers basketball team will introduce the new players at the first-ever “Ballin’ on Beale” tipoff party on Beale Street.
Giving chase: The Tennessee Highway Patrol doesn’t appear to be playing by the same rules as Memphis police officers.
Palladio is closing: Or, is it?
For the children? Local school districts have been spending thousands on special-ed pre-K, but now they want the state to pay.
Great world bakeoff: A Memphis barbecue team winner (and vegetarian) is competing on a national stage today.
JJJ’s back, but the Grizz aren’t: Memphis Grizzlies fans got a surprise return debut from its star forward. But that didn’t lead to a win.
Shade and spirits: Soul & Spirits Brewery’s unshaded patio is getting a major upgrade and going to the dogs.
‘Sacred ground’ expansion: The National Civil Rights Museum is undergoing more renovations.
Come through drippin’: Here’s one way to get a buzz on Saturday.
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Bianca Phillips
Bianca Phillips is a Northeast Arkansas native and longtime Memphian who’s worked in local journalism and PR for more than 20 years. In her days as a reporter, she covered everything from local government and crime to LGBTQ issues and the arts. She’s the author of “Cookin Crunk: Eatin’ Vegan in the Dirty South,” a cookbook of vegan Southern recipes.
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