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The To-Do List: HoochieCon, Project Pat, Brewfest and summer solstice fun

1 week ago | dailymemphian.com | Alys Drake |Bianca Phillips |Kelsey Bowen |Elle Perry

The To-Do List By Alys Drake; Bianca Phillips; Kelsey Bowen; Elle Perry, Daily Memphian Updated: June 19, 2025 11:04 AM CT | Published: June 19, 2025 11:04 AM CT Memphis events Alys Drake Alys Drake is a Memphian born and raised in the Bluff City. A theater-lover, she has worked in a variety of marketing and communications roles at entities within the advertising, legal, marketing, religious and financial services sectors.
The Early Word: Alleged trespasser mad over crime; BBQ matriarch dies

1 week ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 19, 2025 6:24 AM CT | Published: June 19, 2025 6:19 AM CT Premium Just so you know, this is not the full Early Word, and you’re missing out. Become a subscriber, and you’ll get the full story in your inbox every week day. Happy Juneteenth! It’s Thursday, June 19, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. See ways to celebrate in our Juneteenth guide.
The Early Word: Morant claps back, and NAACP throws a stone at xAI

1 week ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 18, 2025 6:30 AM CT | Published: June 18, 2025 6:29 AM CT Premium Just so you know, this is not the full Early Word, and you’re missing out. Become a subscriber, and you’ll get the full story in your inbox every week day. How’s it going on this fine Wednesday, Memphis? It’s June 18, and the Center City Development Corp. will hear a plan for a new coffee and cocktail bar in the old Bluff City Coffee space Downtown.
The Early Word: Ford-Harris drama heats up; Head Start funds get late start

1 week ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 17, 2025 6:26 AM CT | Published: June 17, 2025 6:26 AM CT Premium Hey there, did you know there’s more to The Early Word? What you’re seeing isn’t even the half of it. Subscribe now to read the full story. G’day, friends! It’s Tuesday, June 17, and this is where I would have told you that one of the five ex-Memphis police officers convicted in Tyré Nichols’ death was getting sentenced today. But that’s not happening now. Ford vs.
The Early Word: Grizzlies say bye to Bane, and we've got a Parkways primer

1 week ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 16, 2025 6:28 AM CT | Published: June 16, 2025 6:20 AM CT Premium Want to really get caught up from the weekend? You’ll find so much more Early Word when you subscribe. Morning, Memphis. It’s Monday, June 16, and the Shelby County Commission will be doing some heavy lifting today to wrap up budget season before the new fiscal year starts July 1. See what else is happening in This Week in Memphis. Boon or Bane?
The Early Word: Jail is full of mildew, and Morant splits with Miller

2 weeks ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 13, 2025 6:37 AM CT | Published: June 13, 2025 6:34 AM CT Premium Want more news recaps delivered with wit (and silly puns)? Subscribe now to read the full Early Word. Cue the scary movies tonight, because it’s Friday the 13th. If you’re looking for something to do besides movie night though, The To-Do List has got you. Leaks, rust and mildew: A new study highlights a long list of things that are wrong with the jail at 201 Poplar.
The To-Do List: Black Pride, dog yoga and what to do for Bonnaroo FOMO

2 weeks ago | dailymemphian.com | Alys Drake |Bianca Phillips |Chris Herrington |Elle Perry |Jody Callahan |Kelsey Bowen

The Early Word By Alys Drake; Bianca Phillips; Chris Herrington; Elle Perry; Jody Callahan; Kelsey Bowen, Daily Memphian Published: June 12, 2025 12:34 PM CT Memphis events Chris Herrington on demand Never miss an article. Sign up to receive Chris Herrington's stories as they’re published. Enter your e-mail address This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
The Early Word: MSCS OKs small raises, and Primas is whisking away

2 weeks ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 12, 2025 6:20 AM CT | Published: June 12, 2025 6:18 AM CT Premium Hey there, did you know there’s more to The Early Word? What you’re seeing isn’t even the half of it. Subscribe now to read the full story. How’s it going, Shelby Countians? It’s Thursday, June 12, and the Land Use Control Board will consider a plan to transform The Stallion apartments Downtown into a boutique hotel.
The Early Word: 'Big, beautiful' budget brawl hits home; Cane has been raised

2 weeks ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 11, 2025 6:23 AM CT | Published: June 11, 2025 6:22 AM CT Premium Let us eat cake, Memphis! It’s Wednesday, June 11, National German Chocolate Cake Day, and if you need an easy recipe (that works fine with a boxed cake mix), here’s one from our archives. Losing hope? Why does the chief executive officer of Hope House, which serves children and families affected by HIV and poverty, feel “dread” and “a lot of uncertainty and fear”?
The Early Word: Texting is the new speeding, and a kid sings for St. Jude

2 weeks ago | dailymemphian.com | Bianca Phillips

By Bianca Phillips, Daily Memphian Updated: June 10, 2025 6:32 AM CT | Published: June 10, 2025 6:32 AM CT Premium Want more Early Word than this? There’s more. Way more. Subscribe now to read the full story. Happy Tuesday! It’s June 10, and the Memphis City Council will be talking numbers today as the city budget deadline looms. Among the discussion topics: a plan to move money around in the Memphis Police Department budget.