The Early Word: Santi Claus came to town; plus, Christmas Day movies

Bianca Phillips By , Daily Memphian
Updated: January 04, 2026 7:38 PM CT | Published: December 24, 2025 6:10 AM CT Premium

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Bianca Phillips

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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