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Man Arrested for Murder of 18-Year-Old Girlfriend in Tennessee
The man suspected of murdering his 18-year-old girlfriend has been arrested in Tennessee. On Wednesday, July 24, the Knoxville Police Department (KPD) announced the arrest of 20-year-old Juan Carlos Diaz Perez via a press release. Diaz Perez was previously wanted in connection with the death of his girlfriend, Suceli Perez,...
George McDonald Named 2024 Tennessee Farmer of the Year
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — If you have eaten a watermelon from Kroger or purchased Chattanooga Whiskey, there is a good chance you have already experienced some of what one Tennessee farm, Catesa Farms, has to offer. George McDonald, owner and operator of that exceptional farm, has been named as the 2024 Tennessee Farmer of the Year.
Thursday is our primary election
Good morning! Welcome to Your Week, our subscriber-exclusive newsletter where each Sunday we feature some of our best stories about Nashville and beyond. I am politics and investigations editor Duane Gang. 🗳️ Thursday is election day in Tennessee where we hold our state and federal primaries and a number of county and municipal general elections. Early voting...
Tennessee seeks state Capitol Christmas tree and ornaments
The Tennessee Department of General Services and the Governor’s Office are calling on Tennesseans to help find the perfect Christmas tree for the State Capitol and to contribute ornaments for its decoration. “Each year, Maria and I look forward to continuing the Tennessee tradition of generosity throughout the holiday season,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “As […] The post Tennessee seeks state Capitol Christmas tree and ornaments appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
US Environmental Protection Agency Awards Millions for Hempcrete Development
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a grant of approximately $6.2 million to the Nashville-based nonprofit Hemp Building Institute. The grant will support the development of hempcrete, a sustainable building material made from hemp. This funding is part of the EPA’s broader $160 million initiative to promote environmentally friendly technologies across various industries.
Statewide competition to find best canning in Tennessee
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Canning is a tradition in many small East Tennessee communities, and now the best are showing off their talents in a competition. The Tennessee State Fair’s Canning Competition will offer canners across the state the chance to compete. Elizabeth Renfro with the Washington County UT Extension Office joined News Channel […]
USA Today names Johnson City, Kingsport as best places to live in Tennessee
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A study conducted by USA Today ranked Kingsport and Johnson City as the best cities to live in across the Volunteer State. The study ranked 20 Tennessee cities across 16 metrics that focused on activities, walkability, quality of schools, life expectancy, health care, safety, housing affordability and unemployment rates. USA […]
Indianola enforces curfew after mass shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Board of Alderman for the City of Indianola has approved a midnight curfew for Indianola residents. The Mayor and Board of Alderman announced the decision Friday after a shooting at a nightclub killed three people and injured over a dozen more last weekend. The emergency proclamation said that the decision was […]
Mississippi seeks to dismiss insurance reimbursement lawsuit
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A state agency is requesting a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit intended to block enforcement of a new Mississippi law. The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) filed a motion to dismiss the Mississippi Association of Health Plans’s (MAHP) lawsuit. In it, the nonprofit representing health insurance companies asserts that recent legislation regulating […]
Mississippi company ‘shocked’ by Olympics display mocking Last Supper, vows to pull advertising
A Mississippi technology and communications company’s leadership said Saturday they were “shocked” by a mockery of Jesus Christ Friday night in the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. As a result, CSpire said it would pull its advertising from the Olympics. “We were shocked by the mockery...
MPD: Man breaks into Captain D’s, steals over $5k
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are looking for a man they say broke in and stole nearly $6,000 from a Captain D’s on Friday. At 7:28 a.m., officers responded to a business burglary at Captain D’s at 4735 Getwell Road. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a male suspect entered the business through the drive-through service window […]
Contending with more showers in the Mid-South, but changes aren’t too far away!
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - While the Mid-South has been dealing with showers and thunderstorms over the past ten days, there will be a shift in the weather pattern that will result in fewer showers and hotter temperatures. It is worthwhile to point out that there will be more showers and...
Resignations, documented concerns at Memphis Animal Services in recent months
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In the first half of this year, 14 people left Memphis Animal Services, including two veterinarians who’d been there for years. WREG Investigators continue to dig deeper into mounting concerns at MAS. At a Memphis council committee meeting on Tuesday, there were more questions than answers regarding an investigation surrounding MAS and […]
Memphis Honors Elvis Presley's Rock & Roll Debut with 70th Anniversary Celebration at Overton Park Shell
Memphis is gearing up for a commemorative weekend as the Overton Park Shell marks the 70th anniversary of Elvis Presley's historic rock & roll debut on its stage. According to WREG, the festivities will start with a backstage tour and a look at the Shell's storied Green Room, renowned for hosting some of the most significant names in Memphis music history. Activities will be launched out of the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum and span rarely visited sites relevant to Elvis's formative years.
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