The Early Word: Teacher shortage and a settled dispute in the Nichols suit
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Howdy, Memphis. It’s Friday, Aug. 1, and if you’re ready to rock this weekend, head to The Hi-Tone. Owner Brian “Skinny” McCabe’s annual birthday bash starts tonight. For more weekend fun, check out The To-Do List.
MSCS teacher shortage: Memphis-Shelby County Schools was short hundreds of teachers as of Thursday. School starts Monday.
No sanctions in Nichols fight: Back in May, attorneys for Tyré Nichols’ family put out some incorrect info, so the City of Memphis asked for sanctions. On Thursday, a judge told the city no, and here’s why.
Cold front’s a-comin’: But maybe leave the winter coats tucked away.
JT delivers bad news: Memphis-born singer Justin Timberlake revealed on Thursday that he’s been diagnosed with a “relentlessly debilitating” disease.
Where to wine down: The Dame, Hotel Pontotoc’s upscale bar, has announced an opening date.
See-through you: Here’s what you need to know about clear-bag policies at Memphis-area school events.
Tigers receive receiver: A new transfer wide receiver will spend his seventh year in college with the Memphis Tigers.
Sorcery at Guac Fresh: Food writer Erica Horton was put under a spell by the cheesiness and meatiness of this vegan dish at Guac Fresh Mex.
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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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