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    The Early Word: Summer could come back, and the Germantown grinch can’t steal Christmas

    Planned Parenthood will offer vasectomies, U of M’s Laird Veatch talks Tigers sports and we found the deadliest street for pedestrians.

    By Bianca Phillips December 12, 2022
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    The Early Word: ADA gets a DUI; plus, sour news about Vinegar Jim’s

    Cocozza is open in Harbor Town, a new ER is coming to Arlington and there’s more work to do with TVA.

    By Bianca Phillips December 09, 2022
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    The To-Do List: Victorian caroling, Christmas on Beale and Corey Feldman

    This week, cuddle up by a fire pit near the river, celebrate Latin American and Caribbean holiday traditions and get buck at Imagine Vegan Cafe.

    By Bianca Phillips, Chris Herrington December 09, 2022
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    The Early Word: MLGW says no to new TVA deal, but Ja’s braids are a winner

    The Dixie Greyhound project hits a snag, chef Jimmy Gentry heads Downtown and the Southern Heritage Classic announces a new opponent. 

    By Bianca Phillips December 08, 2022
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    The Early Word: Oak Court will go up for auction, and the Tigers put up a fight (literally)

    Auto thefts are up 100% this year, a Memphis activist is honored in a national top 100 list and Arlington High students are bringing the Pyramid to Washington, D.C.

    By Bianca Phillips December 08, 2022
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    The Early Word: 3G deal is on the table; plus, what’s good for the goose in Cordova

    Tyus Jones leads the Grizzlies to a win, the Tigers can finally get revenge over Utah State and we remember Stax Records founder Jim Stewart. 

    By Bianca Phillips December 06, 2022
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    The Early Word: Walking in Memphis can be deadly, and Turley’s got plans in a Pinch

    A Midtown pollinator garden violates city ordinances, food trucks are coming to the Old Towne and Memphis basketball has a winning weekend.

    By Bianca Phillips December 05, 2022
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    The Early Word: Interest rates may slow Intrator; plus, what’s new at the DA’s office

    New Shelby County Clerk’s office misses opening deadline, MSCS has a new timeline to fill its top job and an art exhibition looks at evictions. 

    By Bianca Phillips December 02, 2022
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    The Early Word: BlueOval will be union built, and pot’s future here is hazy

    Rape victims say MPD engaged in “false statements,” MSCS asks for new high school funds and the Tigers catch their breath.

    By Bianca Phillips December 01, 2022
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    The Early Word: Hyatt has a Dream; plus, a new place to congregate in Germantown

    Memphis airport opens new de-icing facility, Bogie’s Deli reopens with 2000-era prices and soccer fans celebrate a World Cup win. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 30, 2022
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    The Early Word: Orgill is the mystery user; plus, who is left at MSCS

    The Phil Trenary murder trial is delayed, TVA’s 20-year contracts face a legal challenge and Collierville ends the call for a proposed cell tower.

    By Bianca Phillips November 29, 2022
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    The Early Word: The Memphis crime lab that wasn’t and a sporty weekend that was

    School attendance is down due to flu, a food scientist tackles snacks on Netflix and you may be owed money in DeSoto County.

    By Bianca Phillips November 28, 2022
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    The Early Word: Kelsey pleads guilty, and Ibis is flying into South Main

    A Memphian was among the Club Q shooting victims, TVA head Jeff Lyash makes the big bucks and 901 FC has a new coach.

    By Bianca Phillips November 23, 2022
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    The Early Word: Iris’ new bar is open on Mondays, and we remember COGIC’s Louise Patterson

    State Supreme Court says no to mandatory life for juveniles, the TBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting and the Mississippi River is on the rise.

    By Bianca Phillips November 22, 2022
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    The Early Word: Police face social dilemma, and Kendric Davis lives up to the hype

    The Department of Children’s Services is understaffed, Ja Morant is out with an ankle sprain and Downtown is still feeling the pandemic pinch. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 21, 2022
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    The Early Word: Strikers close Starbucks (and a latte coffee news)

    The alleged mastermind in Young Dolph’s slaying pleads not guilty, 901 FC’s coach quits and the Tigers ask boosters to pay up. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 18, 2022
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    The Early Word: Carrefour sets ‘The Standard'; Arcade’s Harry Zepatos left a legacy

    Developers release a timeline for 100 N. Main project, Penny Hardaway recruits his son and Silky O’Sullivan’s has new owners. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 17, 2022
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    The Early Word: Showboats are back; plus, Tom Lee news you otter know

    The Mississippi River is on the rise, GloRilla is nominated for a Grammy and giant animals have landed in Tom Lee Park. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 16, 2022
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    The Early World: County Commission asks rental owners to pay up, plus the Grizzlies’ return Trip

    More details emerge on the third man charged in the killing of rapper Young Dolph, and the country’s largest maritime disaster is getting a Memphis-area museum.

    By Chris Herrington November 15, 2022
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    The Early Word: Tennessee targets drag shows, FedEx cuts back

    After the implosion of Grand Hyatt, the need for major hotels remains. Tiger hoops lands another recruit, and Jaren Jackson Jr. readies a return. 

    By Chris Herrington November 14, 2022
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    The Early Word: Tigers football bounces back; What’s brewing in Midtown

    Suspect who allegedly solicited Young Dolph’s murder is indicted, MLGW puts off its power vote and we’ve got your fall Memphis music playlist.

    By Bianca Phillips November 13, 2022
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    The Early Word: Mass text leads to mass confusion; Low river reveals treasures

    New legal opinion says mayoral candidates don’t have to live in Memphis, Hernando mayor questions tax vote and the Grizzlies win with help from their friends.

    By Bianca Phillips November 10, 2022
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    The Early Word: Lee is still governor, slavery is illegal and COGIC is back

    “Right to work” will become part of the state Constitution, Varonica Cooper is the new city court judge and the Dream Hotel is closer to reality. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 09, 2022
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    The Early Word: It’s Election Day! Plus, Tiger teamwork makes the dream work

    Work halts at the Grand Hyatt, Brass Notes are back on Beale and Steve Mulroy wants Arkansans to vote for recreational pot. 

    By Bianca Phillips November 08, 2022
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    The Early Word: One in five Black Tennesseans can’t vote; plus, Autura’s legacy lives on

    A private prison company gives big bucks to politicians, a suspect in Young Dolph’s murder asks for a transfer and Tigers basketball season starts tonight.

    By Bianca Phillips November 07, 2022

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