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Welcome to Wednesday, Shelby County. It’s July 8, and the long-awaited forensic audit of Memphis-Shelby County Schools is expected to go public today. That’s the state-funded report that Republican lawmakers used to push for their state takeover of the district.
Belly Acres beef: Multiple Belly Acres locations have been closed or called off, and two lawsuits are shedding some light on why.
Could Memphis crack down on data centers? The Memphis City Council is talking about it.
Heat of the moment: When you’re complaining about the heat this summer, just be glad you’re not inside the Shelby County Jail.
‘Show me the video’: Those were the words of National Guard-shooting victim Tyrin Johnson’s grandfather.
Totally centered: The Memphis Grizzlies have their third center.
Ragin’ Cajun may not Ramble on: Ragin’ Cajun Seafood and Po Boys is currently closed, and its fate seems uncertain.
Life of the party plaza: The renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will have a special place for fans to party.
Hanging up his hat: Millington police chief Chris Stokes will retire soon after 30 years in law enforcement.
On a Mission: A local nonprofit that’s been helping needy kids in Honduras is turning its attention closer to home.
Sex comedy summer: If you’re looking for a good adult night out at the movies, this is your weekend.
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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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