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Bianca Phillips is a Northeast Arkansas native and longtime Memphian who’s worked in local journalism and PR for more than 20 years. She’s a diehard morning person who spends her free time running marathons and ultras. She’s the author of “Cookin Crunk: Eatin’ Vegan in the Dirty South.”
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Former judge will monitor MPD, school board member recall would be tough and Cameo’s owners are opening two more spots.
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Knifebird is gone, Cafe Keough is next and Bane is looking for a new home team.
Chickasaw Gardens gates get delayed, MATA moves toward new management and the New York Times says one of the year’s best dishes is at The Lobbyist.
Frayser high funding is a go, MATA board considers a leadership change and the Tigers are back on the national radar.
This week, Sheet Cake celebrates its first birthday, Ikea hosts a Swedish Christmas feast and Soul & Spirits has six Taylor Swift-themed beers.
City task force could address DOJ concerns, the Tigers bounce back in Clemson win and upscale Mexican fare is coming to an old Italian spot.
Penny has a plan to pivot, The Liquor Store gets into the Christmas spirit(s) and your kale caesar salad spot is back — and bigger.
Plan your holiday fun with this guide to events around the Greater Memphis metro area.
Environmentalists are worried about xAI “energy vampires,” Frayser high funds clear one hurdle and JJJ could be an All-Star.
St. Jude has a new CAO, Memphis is one step closer to becoming the “Digital Delta” and we’ve got movie recs for the weekend.
New crime lab would come with a hefty price tag, the Tigers drop down from the top and Brandon Clarke is back for real now.
Let us help you plan your holiday menu with these recipes from our archives. Plus, we’ve got a little round-up of holiday food events.
Smith & Nephew plans layoffs, a Memphis doc is part of the trans-rights case and another St. Jude Memphis Marathon is in the books.
TacoNGanas closed its Olive Branch spot, the Grizzlies’ “bench mob” shows out and 22,500 runners are descending on Downtown.
This week, a Shakespeare rom-com opens in Cordova, zombies are still in season at Growlers and WYXR raises the sound at Crosstown.
Memphis in May will honor South Korea, a Bartlett commission is pushing back on a proposed mosque and the Tigers have a “hangover from Hawaii.”
MAS director is fired, MSCS settles a lawsuit with activists and you’ll have to wait a while for the Commercial Appeal auction.
This week, Pickleball 901 hosts a Thanksgiving tournament, and Black Friday brings the openings of holiday lighting installations.
MSCS is bringing virtual teachers back, the city may sue Hyundai and Germantown is looking for a new school board member.
St. Jude plans will add to Memphis’ skyline, the Grizzlies keep the wins coming and Cordova residents want out.
One officer in Tyre Nichols’ case will be tried separately, the election results are official and a cemetery on Central Avenue has lots of stories to tell.
MATA cuts are still on the table, and Hog & Hominy’s Beef & Cheddar Hot Dog is, too. Plus, Crosstown is getting another live music venue.
Cameras are coming to Hickory Hill, a new brewery opens in the Edge and we’ve got tips on a stress-free Thanksgiving.
This week, Justin Timberlake is back in Memphis, there’s an early turkey trot at Overton Park and the holiday lights come on at Graceland and Downtown.