The Early Word: Land Bank CEO is fired; new eatery rolls into Brunswick
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Land Bank CEO fired: Michael O. Harris was fired for allegedly using public money for personal expenses.
SpaceXAI tries to buy out critics: The AI company has offered to buy real estate from Southaven residents who pledge not to join a class-action lawsuit over noise.
Molly Mehner’s payout: The Town of Collierville’s decision to part ways with its former town administrator comes with a cost.
Lindsey Whiteside saga almost over: The former DeSoto County youth pastor pleaded guilty Friday.
On track: A new restaurant incubator is opening in a historic building on the border of Bartlett and Lakeland.
Big bad omelet: Chef John Currence’s Big Bad Breakfast opens Tuesday. Here’s what to order.
Yee-haw: A new high-end honky tonk is opening on the Highland Strip.
Nine Grizz storylines: Basketball season is here! And Chris Herrington has some questions.
Where is the Love? It’s in DeSoto County, apparently.
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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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