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Fun weekend events happening in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s finally Friday, so it’s time to take a look at several events happening across the greater Memphis area this weekend, however, this is a special 901-day edition. Let’s get started with 901 days in the Ravine. All weekend from Friday through Sunday there will be special events at the Ravine and […]
Memphis Tigers vs. North Alabama Lions: How to watch, schedule, live stream info, start time, TV channel
Where: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium -- Memphis, Tennessee. Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) The North Alabama Lions will start their season against the Memphis Tigers. Kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. North Alabama can't be to happy...
'Heroic' efforts of Arlington students help grant 8-year-old's 'Wish' to visit Disneyland
The dreams of an 8-year-boy came true Friday following the "heroic" efforts of students at Arlington Community Schools. John Paul Kelsch loves superheroes, and has been eager to visit Disneyland, where the Avengers Campus is located in Anaheim, California. John Paul has undergone treatments for brain cancer for the last 2⅟₂ years, and...
City of Memphis retirees will get one-time bonus of $3,000, costing city $16.7 million
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The City of Memphis is giving its retirees a one-time bonus of $3,000 at a cost of more than $16 million, leaders announced Friday. In a news release, City leaders said the bonus is “in recognition of the dedicated service provided by the retirees to the City and its citizens over the years prior to their retirement.”
Memphis sues election commission over gun control referendum
(The Center Square) – Memphis is suing the Shelby County Election Commission over a gun control referendum that the council wants placed on the Nov. 5 ballot. City Council leadership filed the lawsuit Friday morning after the Shelby County Election Commission said that it would follow direction from state leadership and not place the issues on the ballot. The ballot questions ask about preventing individuals from carrying a handgun without...
UTHSC to demolish former Holiday Inn hotel building along Madison Avenue
One of the Medical District's tallest buildings will be demolished soon. The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) is planning to knock down the 12-story tower at 969 Madison Ave., along with the two surrounding buildings at 955 and 959 Madison Ave. The 12-story tower was formerly a 167-room Holiday Inn hotel. ...
USTA Names Memphis' Leftwich Tennis Center "Featured Facility of the Year" After Impressive Revamp
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has declared the Leftwich Tennis Center in Memphis, Tennessee, the standout star of its annual Outstanding Facility Awards. As noted in the official announcement by the City of Memphis, the honor is considered the pinnacle of recognition regarding tennis facility quality across the nation.
Memphis runners wake up early to finish Liza’s run
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Starting together and finishing together hundreds of people gathered in Midtown early Friday morning to “Finish Liza’s Run” in honor of Eliza Fletcher. Fletcher, a mother and teacher, was killed during her early morning jog on Central Avenue two years ago. Now people participating in the annual race say they are running […]
Tigers Win on Opening Night
Bolivar Central made a second-half comeback to beat Fayette Ware for the 12th time in the last thirteen meetings 21-14. Bolivar fell behind on Fayette Ware’s first possession, but managed to keep the Wildcats at bay, trailing 6-0 at the half. The defense got Bolivar going in the second...
TN Politics: Republicans Want Memphis Silent on Guns
CHRISTOPHER BLANK (HOST): Shelby County lawmakers -- Democrats and Republicans -- are frustrated by the number of illegal guns on the streets. But that's where agreement ends. Can the people of Memphis do anything about it? With us again is Otis Sanford. Welcome back. OTIS SANFORD: Thank you, Chris, always...
Retired Clarksville Firefighter Donates Cherished Train Memorabilia to Enhance City's Historical Collections
A gesture that combines civic pride with personal passion, a retired Clarksville firefighter has made a donation of historical significance to the city he served. The City of Clarksville announced that said firefighter, who had devoted 33 years to Clarksville Fire Rescue, visited City Hall recently to donate an array of photographic train memorabilia. This collection, steeped in the rail heritage of Clarksville, was handed over to Mayor Joe Pitts for the city's permanent safekeeping, as reported on the city's website.
Eddie George gets first season-opening win of his Tennessee State football coaching career
For the first time in Eddie George's four-year coaching career, Tennessee State football opened the season with a win. The Tigers dominated fellow HBCU Mississippi Valley State 41-21 on Saturday before a crowd of 8,124 in the 26th John Merritt Classic at Nissan Stadium. ...
Diego Pavia leads Vanderbilt to overtime victory
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque-native Diego Pavia started his first game at quarterback for Vanderbilt on Saturday. A standout at NMMI and NMSU, Pavia would bring some excitement to Vanderbilt in his first game as Commodores beat Virginia Tech in overtime at 34-27. Pavia finished with a total of 3 touchdowns, getting 2 in the air […]
Police seeking to find missing Nashville woman
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Nashville Police are looking for a woman last seen on Friday night. Police said Asia Martin, 29, was last seen around 11:30 p.m. near Dickerson Pike and Hart Lane. They said she has a health issue that requires medication. She is 5’2” and weighs 175...
Tennessee State football pays tribute to center Chazan Page, killed in April, with delay of game penalty
Tennessee State football recognized center Chazan Page, who was killed in April in a hit-and-run accident, by intentionally taking a delay of game penalty on the first play from scrimmage Saturday against Mississippi Valley State at Nissan Stadium. Mississippi Valley State declined what would have been a 5-yard penalty. ...
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