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Memphis Music Feature: Jus Bentley
How long have you been performing and how did you get started?. I have been performing since about 8 or 9. I got my start doing plays and talent shows at church and then that progressed into writing and recording my own music. By age 12, I had released my first song and after that I really gained a love and passion for music.
‘Disagree without Disrespect”: Local author shares how to engage in respectful debates
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Philip Blackett joins Action News 5 at the Digital Desk to speak about his latest guidebook: “Disagree without Disrespect: How to Respectfully Debate with Those who Think, Believe, and Vote Differently from You.”. Fostering respectful dialogue has never been more crucial, given the upcoming presidential...
MPD searching for suspect responsible for fatal shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Police are reaching out to the public as they continue to search for a suspect responsible for fatally shooting one person and critically injuring another. On July 11 at approximately 9:30 p.m., officers responded to a shooting call in the 3200 block of N. Watkins Street. Officers located two shooting […]
Historic Stereo Alley makes a return Downtown; MEM lands new flight | Mane Street Memphis
Correction: This story has been updated to reflect Constellation Properties redeveloped The Commonwealth building The developers behind the Sterick Building are bringing back another little piece of history alongside the 29-story "Queen of the South." On Thursday, July 11, the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board (LUCB) approved a street name...
Father, daughter robbed while closing restaurant in southeast Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Police Department is searching for two suspects they say robbed a father and daughter while they were closing a southeast Memphis restaurant Sunday night. According to reports, just before 11:30 p.m., officers responded to Tokyo Grill located at 2801 Kirby Road, where they were advised that two victims had been […]
Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan talks College Football 25 rating, Tigers wanting the spotlight
All Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan wanted was an 85. In March, the senior from Texas let it be known that he was hoping for a player rating at least that high when EA Sports released its “College Football 25” video game. ...
Memphis-Shelby County school board candidates discuss Superintendent Marie Feagins’ strategic plan
Early voting has kicked off in Memphis, and five of the nine seats on Memphis-Shelby County Schools board are on the ballot in the Aug. 1 election. Twenty candidates are vying for board seats in Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7.Marie Feagins, the new Memphis superintendent, officially started leading Tennessee’s largest school district in April. Because one of the board’s main responsibilities is to hire, manage, and evaluate the district’s top leader, Feagins’ actions are especially relevant this election cycle.As the school board awaits Feagins’ first strategic plan for the district, candidates to serve on the board have different...
MPD squad car crashes out in Frayser
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Two Memphis Police Department (MPD) police officers are recovering, Tuesday, after investigators said they crashed a patrol car while heading to assist in a foot chase. Police said the officers crashed into an innocent bystander’s Chevy Tahoe. ”His legs are pretty swollen. I didn’t see any...
MSCS announces $3.4M to raise salary for staff
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis-Shelby County Schools is investing $3.4 million to increase salary for staff. Some of the roles that will see salary bumps include:. Electricians, HVAC, and Plumbers: Will see an average increase of 19%, ensuring competitive compensation aligned with local industry standards. Nutrition Services: Will benefit from...
Memphis Grizzlies' Ja Morant has his 2nd signature shoe coming. Here's first look at Nike Ja 2
Ja Morant’s first season as a Nike signature athlete is coming to a close, and now the Nike Ja 2 is on the way. Multiple sources who were granted anonymity told The Commercial Appeal the Nike Ja 2 has been in the works since last year, with the Memphis Grizzlies star point guard showing his closest associates the silhouette and idea for the sneaker. That process is now complete and a timeline for the Nike Ja 2 is here.
TVA says no contract in place yet for Elon Musk's xAI project in Memphis
When xAI announced it was building the world's largest supercomputer in Memphis, it was always an ambitious project — plans to open it before the end of the year made it even more so. While work continues on the project at the former Electrolux site, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company still lacks a key approval before it can become fully operational. ...
Southwest Tennessee Community College Resumes In-Person Classes Amid Recovery from Cyberattack
Southwest Tennessee Community College (SWTCC), after being thrust into digital disarray by a cyberattack last July 3rd, has now resumed its in-person classes. Following the debilitating incident which initially was mistaken for a server malfunction, the institution is back on its feet offering full in-person classes since Monday, as they embark on their second summer semester. Per an FAQ on the college's website, while the classes have resumed, students and staff are advised to remain patient as some technological hindrances may still persist.
Merci Memphis provides affordable counseling to those in need
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Every Tuesday, as part of our Greater Memphis on a Mission series, we highlight organizations making Memphis better. This week, we caught up with a group that believes in accessibility to mental health. Merci Memphis is a nonprofit organization that provides mental, emotional and healing support. The organization covers topics like grief […]
Memphis football running back Mario Anderson 'going after' DeAngelo Williams' record
Mario Anderson is not running away from the expectations that go along with being a Memphis football running back. The South Carolina transfer is acutely aware of the Tigers' lofty lineage of top-flight rushers. DeAngelo Williams, who is Memphis' all-time leading rusher, paved the way for the likes of Tony Pollard, Kenneth Gainwell, Antonio Gibson, Patrick Taylor and Darrell Henderson − each of whom have made the move from Memphis to the NFL in recent years.
$7.2M vascular ASC to be developed in Tennessee
A $7.2M vascular ASC is coming to Memphis, Tenn., according to a July 15 report from the Memphis Business Journal. The Bluff City Vascular Surgery Center was approved by the State of Tennessee Health Facilities Commission at its June meeting. The ASC will be owned and run by two physicians,...
Arrest made in Whitehaven gas station carjacking
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 21-year-old man has been arrested after being involved in a carjacking two months ago at a Whitehaven gas station, Memphis Police say. Henry Pious is charged with carjacking, employment of a firearm with intent to commit a felony, and a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. On May 14, the […]
These are the candidates for Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk
The election for General Sessions Court Clerk will be the only county-wide ballot measure for 2024. Incumbent Joe Brown lost the Democratic primary to Tami Sawyer earlier this year. Lisa Arnold was the sole Republican to meet the qualifying requirements and is the Republican nominee on the Aug. 1 ballot.
“Memphis to Peoria” runners on their way to Tennessee
PEORIA, Ill. – The St. Jude Peoria runners are headed to Memphis, Tennessee. 20 RVs, filled with 185 runners and support staff, left Peoria Tuesday morning bound for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. WMBD’s own Caleb Kelch is running in his 7th “Memphis to Peoria Run”....
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