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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. 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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The Early WordThe Early Word: DeSoto wants a doo deal; Herenton may be Strickland 2.0
MSCS could meet with banned activists, Groove On-Demand will groove on and Germantown is keeping drivers’ eyes on the road.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Flock cameras are watching, and Big 12 talks are back
Alexis Pugh reduced shelter euthanasia rates, Regional One could be a first and Bhan Thai goes Vietnamese.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: FBI searches Ford home; Herenton wants Blue Crush back
MPD plans for safer summer, Ryan Seacrest opens a TV studio for kids and Flip Side offers a flipping good deal.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Dolph’s cars, Inkwell’s birthday and powwow music
This week, celebrate Southern soul food at Slave Haven, learn to skate at the River Garden and catch an Academy Award winner at Comeback Coffee.
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Downtown MIM Guide: How to run your best race at the Great American River Run
Memphis in May wraps up this weekend with the Great American River Run. We’ve got tips for runners in the half-marathon, 10K or 5K races, plus tricks to up your spectator game.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Third graders are behind; Charlie’s is triangulated
Morant’s social posts lead to wellness check, alleged Huey’s shooter is back in jail and Tina Turner has died.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Drag ruling will come by Pride; Christ Church breaks away
Memphis parks have equity issues, Greenlaw won’t be a detention center and Arlington school board approves a pay raise.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Grindfather pleads guilty, and third graders face retention
City candidates pull petitions, Arlington school board members may double their pay and JJJ peddles caffeine gummies.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Long COVID life, Tyus Jones’ mama and Mayor Z-Bo?
TennCare coverage is running out for some, barbecue fest is up in smoke and a Lakeland restaurant is raising the (sports) bar.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Mayoral residency is settled; animal shelter has ruff news
Activists push back on MSCS ban, Hollywood stars make a barbecue fest cameo and a group demands an apology from Ja Morant.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Bikes, drag, ‘Serial Mom’ and Joyce Cobb
This week, take a “mammoth” hike at Shelby Farms, meet the musicians buried at Elmwood and explore a revamped South City during MEMFix.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Nichols lawsuit may bust city budget; Southaven truck drivers face fines
FedEx pilots authorize strike, cathead biscuits are coming to Harbor Town and Phillip Ashley Rix is writing the book on chocolate.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Bonner, Turner lead poll; Ja has ‘more work to do’
Brian Kelsey’s plea reversal is rejected, some of Calvary’s organ pipes are found and a “mad” idea takes shape at Crosstown Concourse.
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Food MIM Guide: Barbecue fest brings smoke back to the water
The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest returns to the redesigned Tom Lee Park this Wednesday. And we’ve got tips on tent etiquette, where to eat, where to park and what to bring.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Morant misses millions; Sugar Ghost plans new haunt
Memphis City Council can join the residency suit, the county wheel tax could be in trouble and we remember Arun Gandhi.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Dogchella, Mother’s Day and lots of ballet
This week, Memphis in May celebrates Malaysia, Opera Memphis honors soldiers and Motownphilly’s back again.
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Arts & Culture MIM Guide: How to celebrate Malaysia this week
It’s Memphis in May’s “international week,” and we’ve got your essential guide to celebrating this year’s honored country of Malaysia.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Uptown greenline, Downtown bike cops and zebra crosswalks
Memphis mayoral residency lawsuit narrows, MSCS’ superintendent search talks gets tense and we remember Steve Pearl.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: City Council sues the city; Cabigaos are guarding Hen House
General Assembly will address gun reform, Hardaway struggles in the NIL era and Bartlett may have the best margaritas.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: Music Fest-goers give mixed reviews; Ballins are up for a challenge
FedEx gets a big tax cut, TVA ‘fell short’ and Bill Townsend is saving historic Memphis one building at a time.
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Music Six things to know before you go to Beale Street Music Festival
In five days, music fans will return to the river for Beale Street Music Festival at the newly redesigned Tom Lee Park. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Beignets at the drive-in, Star Wars Day and Groucho Marx
This week, celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Overton Square, catch 1990s hip-hop act Digable Planets at Minglewood and meet the artist behind Memphis Botanic Garden’s new “Rich Soil” exhibition.
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The Early WordThe Early Word: TD Bank deal is off; Tyre Nichols’ death was a homicide
Police will be out in full force for Music Fest, Justin Pearson faces challengers and Toni Williams is “nontraditional.”
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Music MIM Guide: Beale Street Music Fest’s Downtown Return
This weekend, thousands will descend upon the newly renovated Tom Lee Park for Memphis in May’s Beale Street Music Festival. We’ve got a stage map, festival food tips, must-see music recommendations and more.
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