The Early Word: A look into BC’s death and MSCS’ legal fees
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Good morning, Memphis! It’s Tuesday, Aug. 25, and it’s looking like the majority of Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers have had their power restored, but those of you still waiting should have it back by Thursday.
More on BC’s death: The late Memphis Grizzly Brandon Clarke may have had a history of drug use with stints in rehab.
How much the MSCS has cost: Memphis-Shelby County Schools’ lawsuit over the state school takeover has so far racked up thousands in legal fees.
Inside Selberg’s retirement agreement: Collierville Fire Chief John Selberg retired late last week. Here’s how much he’ll be paid in severance.
A collector’s dream: The late local author Ron Hall collected everything from baseball cards to vinyl records. Now, that collection is being spread all over.
Head start: There will be a new face on the Germantown school board today.
Getting out the vote: The National Civil Rights Museum is trying to increase voter turnout in the midterms.
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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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