The Early Word: Cxffeeblack has a new HQ; Tami Sawyer won’t face charges
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Good morning, Memphis. It’s Wednesday, Dec. 10, and if you’re the type who enjoys handing out business cards, you’re in luck. I wouldn’t know a thing about that, but our Editorial Director Mary Cashiola says the Greater Memphis Chamber’s Chairman’s Luncheon today is the perfect place for networking. It’s also when Duncan Williams officially becomes the Chamber’s board chair.
No charges for Sawyer: Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer “did not appear to violate any state law” in an October courthouse clash.
Lucy students face big move: Memphis-Shelby County Schools wants to give Lucy Elementary to Millington. Here’s what that means for students.
New market at the old mall: Fresh produce and food trucks are coming to a former mall.
‘Welcome home’: Cxffeeblack has a new HQ, even though its co-owner “never wanted to open a coffee shop.”
Neil Diamond for a day: Two musicians got the chance to record everyone’s favorite Diamond karaoke classic.
Best face forward: A St. Louis-based spa is opening in Memphis, and it has a lot to do with our attitude.
Tyus bias: During the first four years of Ja Morant’s Grizzlies career, there was only one backup guard. And he’s in our Top 25.
Mackey does McCay: It’s been years since we’ve gotten a James L. Brooks movie. But now we’re getting one.
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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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