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How Arlington softball's Addie Graham put an ACL injury behind her to dominate in 2024
Arlington High School’s journey to the 2023 TSSAA state softball tournament lacked a certain junior infielder named Addie Graham. After a sophomore year in which she hit .667 with 76 hits and 63 runs scored , Graham tore an ACL playing the fall season with her travel ball team. “I’ve never been injured before...
Memphis City Council lawyer subpoenaed in Gershun Freeman civil case
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A Memphis City Council attorney was subpoenaed in the civil case of a man who died at 201 Poplar. The law office of Allan Wade was subpoenaed to "produce documents, information or objects or to permit inspection of premises" in the case. The subpoena was filed Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee.
Law enforcement officials warn against celebratory gunfire this July 4th
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - With Independence Day looming, law enforcement officials are urging against celebratory gunfire. Shelby County Sheriff’s Office posted a public service announcement on their social media:. Meanwhile, Memphis Police Assistant Chief of Police Services Don Crowe says the problem is more dangerous than many people realize.
‘Love me enough to turn yourself in’: Family pleads for homicide suspect to surrender
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — While the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office continues its manhunt for 28-year-old Jaylan McCollins, a family is grieving the loss of two loved ones. Family members told WREG that a young woman and her father were killed early Monday morning. They say that the tragedy was the result of a breakup that turned […]
Tennessee law enforcement increasing patrol on Highway 64 for Fourth of July Weekend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Tennessee law enforcement will be out in force on the Fourth of July weekend to help prevent accidents and traffic deaths, especially in the Memphis area. Shelby County led the state in traffic deaths in 2023, according to the Tennessee Highway Safety Office. In response to...
Poplar Towers gets new owners; Barnhart Crane goes international | Mane Street Memphis
It's been a hot minute since our last Mane Street Memphis. There have been some notable changes Downtown and throughout Shelby County. The AutoZone Skybridge, overlooking Front Street, has been officially completed. Longshot is taking its leave, and the new-look Brooks Museum is moving along to phase two. On June 27, Memphis-based...
Memphis-Shelby County Schools appoints new assistant superintendent
Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) Superintendent Marie Feagins has appointed 25-year education veteran Janice Tankson as the district’s new superintendent of schools, a Monday announcement said. According to a district news release emailed to Tennessee Firefly, Tankson will oversee the Office of Teaching and Learning, Special Programs- Family Engagement, Advanced...
New leader named for board that sets bail amounts
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There’s a changing of the guard for judges who set bail for criminal defendants. Effective July 1, Judge Lee Wilson has taken over as the new administrator for the Shelby County Judicial Commission, replacing embattled Judge Bill Anderson. Shelby County Commissioner Charlie Caswell says that the move was about accountability. “I can […]
D.A.’s office cracking down on drag racing as new TN law kicks in
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men are facing charges after police connected them to a car driving recklessly, and the arrests come as a new law has kicks in, making drag racing a felony in Tennessee. Drag racing, driving erratically, and street takeovers are sights and sounds many Memphians are tired of seeing. Memphis Police told […]
Youth Celebrated at the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program’s Annual Young Men and Women’s Gala
Youths in the Shelby County Relative Caregiver Program in the Center on Developmental Disabilities at UT Health Science Center were dressed in white gowns and black suits at the program’s annual Young Men and Women’s gala featuring music, food, dancing, and a tribute to their relatives who are their caregivers.
MSCS hiring blitz aims to trim vacancies in district
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Tennessee’s largest school district is looking for help a little more than a month before Memphis-Shelby County Schools get back in session. Tuesday at East High School, the district will host a second hiring blitz, which is an opportunity to learn about open positions and even get hired on the spot.
Restaurant Inspection Scores, June 24-July 1
Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Tacos Y […]
Here's how suburban school districts in the Memphis area did on recent statewide tests
Last week, the Tennessee Department of Education released the latest Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program scores, and it touted modest growth seen throughout the state. The percentage of Tennessee students scoring proficiently in English Language Arts rose from 38% in 2023 to 39% in 2024, while the percentage of science students scoring proficiently rose from 43% in 2023 to 44% in 2024.
Nashoba opens in Collierville: Here's a first look at the screens, stage & brisket stack
Looking for a unique spot to watch the game and enjoy some live entertainment? Wolf River Hospitality Group's newest restaurant concept delivers just that. Nashoba, a new sports bar and live music venue, celebrated its opening June 26 in the Shops at Carriage Crossing in Collierville. The roughly-10,000-square-foot Nashoba occupies the space that...
Germantown to reroute traffic for 4th of July celebration
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. (WMC) - Fourth of July celebrations are underway across the Mid-South, and some places are planning for their festivities. Germantown’s Fireworks Extravaganza is set for Thursday, July 4 at Municipal Park at 1900 South Germantown Road. Food and fun start at 5 p.m. with fireworks lighting off...
An explainer for the Aug. 1 election in Loudon County
The presidential election is coming up in November, but there’s another important election happening before that. On Aug. 1, Loudon County residents will vote in federal, state, county and, for some, city races. Early voting runs from July 12 to July 27. When at the polls, voters can choose to receive a Democratic ballot, a Republican ballot, or a non-party ballot. Party ballots will include primary items along with general...
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