The Early Word: Lee Harris’ new gig; plus, where to drink and eat bagels
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Cheers, Memphis! It’s Friday, Aug. 28, and if you’re already dreaming of happy hour, make plans to go to Flyway Brewing tonight. A portion of proceeds from every beer sold between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. will go to the Wolf River Conservancy. You’ll find even more fun in The To-Do List.
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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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