The Early Word: Grizzlies miss ‘Golden’ opportunity, and FedEx goes carbon neutral

Bianca Phillips By , Daily Memphian
Updated: May 02, 2022 6:25 AM CT | Published: May 02, 2022 6:23 AM CT Premium

We look at the impact of the Southern Heritage Classic and meet Kyle Anderson’s mom. Plus, COVID numbers are trending up and bird flu is back.

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Bianca Phillips

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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