The Early Word: LeBron talks trash, and BC allegedly led cops on a chase
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How’s it going, Memphis? It’s Friday, April 3, which means it’s Project Pat Night at the Memphis Grizzlies game and ’80s Nite at Bar Keough. “Chickenhead” or “Tainted Love”? You decide.
You’ll find even more fun in our To-Do List.
Kratom and high-speed chase: Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested in Arkansas for a drug that’s currently legal in Tennessee.
Pooh Shiesty arrested: Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty was arrested on federal kidnapping and robbery charges.
Woman accused in pastor killing ‘on notice’: The woman charged with killing pastor Ricky Floyd outside of Momma’s bar last year allegedly violated her bond conditions.
LeBron talks trash: Now, LeBron James is dissing our city.
Coming to Clark Tower: The owners of Blue Honey Bistro are planning to open a new restaurant inside Clark Tower.
Barbecue shuffle: Pack your line dancing boots for the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
Penny gets a manager: The Memphis Tigers are hiring their first men’s basketball general manager.
Falafel around and find out: Food writer Erica Horton sings the praises of the falafel platter at La Roche.
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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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