The Early Word: Flight cuts hit MEM, but will Ford EV cuts hit BlueOval?
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Happy Fire Pit Friday, Memphis. It’s Friday, Nov. 7, and free, weekly bonfire parties are returning to Tom Lee Park tonight. For more weekend ideas, check out The To-Do List.
Bad news for BlueOval? Ford Motor Co. may recall its electric F-150 Lightning pickup truck. So, what does that mean for BlueOval City?
Flight cuts coming today: If you’re flying this weekend, good luck.
Daniels testifies in pastor murder trial: The woman charged with killing a former Memphis pastor says he broke up with her in a disappearing text.
More judges, more transparency: Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris is asking the state for help handling task force arrests.
Federal charges for teen shot by task force: Charges are stacking up for Marquis Davis.
Second Line marches east: The Second Line, Chef Kelly English’s casual po’boy spot, is moving.
Breezing in: A new upscale coastal-inspired restaurant is opening Saturday.
Ready for some (indoor) football? More minor-league football is coming.
Empty desks: Here’s how a DeSoto County school walkout over Lindsey Whiteside’s case affected attendance.
Soup social: If you’ve ever craved hot pot but wanted someone else to do the work for you, here is your answer.
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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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