The Early Word: Mulroy sues over ‘busywork,’ and Boozer isn’t a given
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Morning! It’s Thursday, May 28, and NBA owners will vote today on proposed draft lottery changes that could negatively impact the Memphis Grizzlies — and only the Grizzlies. Gives new meaning to Memphis vs. errrbody, huh?
‘Pointless busywork’? Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy is suing over a new law that creates more work for his office.
Breaking the spell: Can you spell “samovar”? Yeah, neither can 11-year-old Josh Verma.
Boozer it or lose it? The Memphis Grizzlies may not be guaranteed Cameron Boozer. Here’s what else could happen.
Southern goes swanky: Biscuits and gravy, catfish and pot roast found their way onto a fancy, five-course menu.
Save the dates: It’s time to start making tailgating plans.
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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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