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The Early Word: Boozer breaks out the golf clubs; Task Force raids a nightclub

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:27:48 -0500

Commissioners makes a last-ditch jail effort, a new coffee shop is sprouting in Southaven and four Memphis authors have the write stuff.

The Early Word: A gas station hold-up and a biker gang in spandex

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:50:07 -0500

UTHSC report vindicates a controversial professor, SpaceXAI is suing a contractor and a gluten-free bakery has “real” doughnuts.

A book fair meets beer, cat videos go big and a ramen shop has a birthday party

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Sat, 8 Aug 2026 16:12:12 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, you’ll learn about Memphis Botanic Garden’s new Fun Studio and where to hear about the magic of “biscuit and cornbread culture.”

The Early Word: Dems sweep county offices; TN will have a female governor

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Fri, 7 Aug 2026 06:26:16 -0500

We’ve got all the election news you need to know, plus news on Interstate Bar-B-Que and a hot deal on a pork panini.

The Early Word: Elite golf is out, and a morning news snooze goes viral

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 06:26:03 -0500

Jail’s medical provider is leaving, work is starting on the old Houston’s site and we get a first look at the new Regional One.

The Early Word: SpaceXAI may double down on data, and trolleys may roll out

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 15:54:21 -0500

FedEx is making a Herculean effort at the airport, the battle for Belly Acres continues in court and the Peabody goes all in on luxury.

The Early Word: Ginger’s Bread swaps plans, and Tater Tot King rumors fly

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 06:30:18 -0500

An NCAA eligibility ruling could shake things up for the Tigers and Grizzlies, and we remember lawyer Ted Jones.

The Early Word: Suburbs talk secession; Memphis Classic is a wrap

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 06:24:57 -0500

Memphis is feeling Trump’s tariffs, a Bartlett ballot had a boo-boo and SpaceXAI is doing a lot.

The AM/DM podcast: What you need to know before you vote

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 06:11:02 -0500

It’s election week, and school is back in session. Plus, you can get a free Memphis Tigers “shirsey” this weekend.

The Early Word: SpaceXAI goes 'hard' on data centers, and FedEx is growing

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:18:16 -0500

Woman gets sentenced for “stolen valor,” Varsity Spirit grows and there’s a new coffee shop called Pot Headz — but they don’t serve pot.

The AM/DM podcast: Your dog can make a splash this weekend

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:12:20 -0500

This weekend is packed with cool indoor activities and an even cooler outdoor party for your dogs.

Where to whale watch and celebrate Christmas in July (and August)

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:01:48 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, we’ve got the details on a Frank Ocean listening party, a summer splash shindig for dogs and two album-release parties where you can leave with a CD. (A CD!)

The Early Word: MPD goes out on a limb, and a salad shop will shutter

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:19:09 -0500

Mississippi is gearing up for redistricting, FedEx lays off more workers and The Liquor Store may turn your frown upside down.

The Early Word: Hot news for Poplar Plaza and a Poplar ban for e-bikes

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:27:56 -0500

Family sues over inmate’s death, NIMBY-ism finds its way into Germantown’s mayoral race and a bridal shop returns to its roots.

The Early Word: Zoo will get a big gift, but MSCS is waiting on SpaceXAI's

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:28:35 -0500

FedEx lays off workers, the County Commission approves juvie updates and the Orpheum adds three new shows.

The Early Word: Midtown's beaver is back, and we get a peek inside Satellite

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:14:28 -0500

Crime keeps dropping, the Grizzlies dropped a player and a new vegan subscription box is dropping soon.

The Early Word: Penny wants you back, and Tonica has its eyes on the pies

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:13:25 -0500

Federal judges won’t pause the new voting map, suburban school leaders tell us how they’re doing and we’ve got a rice bowl rec that won’t wreck your budget.

Art openings, storytelling and live music inside and out

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:49:14 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, we tell you where to catch a mind-bending Jim Carrey classic on the big screen and how to get a peek inside Ballet Memphis’ HQ.

The Early Word: Southaven turns eye to blinds, and the Whistle calls for you

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:10:55 -0500

DA’s office releases DEA shooting video, cyclosporiasis cases are on the rise here and a salad spot releases a salad-free menu.

The Early Word: The Station can stay, but Liberty Park's manager may go

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:24:31 -0500

Young pitches ideas for spending SpaceXAI taxes, the Memphis Flyer has new ownership and Cotton Row is hot right now.