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Suspect Ejected From Stolen Dodge Hellcat After Wild 160 MPH Police Chase
Arkansas police spotted an allegedly stolen Dodge and initiated a pursuit. The chase ended when the Charger reportedly crashed while traveling at 160 mph. The crash ejected the driver from the vehicle, but he miraculously survived. Stolen cars can be big business these days and Arkansas police received word to...
Melrose football's Jamarion Morrow sidelined, but offense works out win over Memphis East
It wasn't flashy and didn't include the much-awaited debut of its star, but Melrose football started its new era exactly how it wanted with a 20-7 victory over rival Memphis East at Halle Stadium on Saturday. The game was the first for co-coaches Gerald and Jarrett Morrow, who are Melrose alums and twins. ...
E.W. James Transitioning Store in Martin to a Save A Lot
E W James Vice President Nick Flippin has announced the EW James store in Martin is transitioning to a Save A Lot Food Store in the University Commons shopping center. Mr. Flippin said this will allow E W shoppers to save extra money on their food bill and will be able to still have a full-service butcher shop in-store.
B & G Equipment Rebuilds From The Ashes
Paris, Tenn.–A large crowd gathered for a ribbon-cutting at B & G Equipment, which is newly-rebuilt after the devastating fire destroyed its former business last year. B&G Equipment has been a family-owned business since 1978 and was destroyed by a massive fire in March of 2023. Interim Paris-Henry County Chamber Director Rachel Steedley said, “After facing the unimaginable loss of their building due to fire, the resilience and determination of this incredible team have led to a full rebuild, and today, we’re celebrating…B & G Equipment has shown what it means to rise from the ashes, and we’re proud to support this local business that has served our community so well.” It rebuilt at its old location at 2816 Hwy. 54, Paris. B&G will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Lance Pierce photo/Forever Communications.
UC’s Perfect Play Led To Perfect Ending Against Murray
The perfect play-call at the perfect time led to a perfect ending for Union City. Cohen Simpson caught a 21-yard touchdown pass from Zak Summers with just eight seconds to play to lift the Golden Tornadoes to a thrilling 35-28 season-opening victory at Murray Friday night. Seemingly content to position...
Safety concerns keeping fans away from high school football games
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — High school football is back in play but while some may be taking the stands many Memphians are saying they are staying home. Whether it’s rooting for your favorite player, band, or cheerleader, the football game is the place many would usually want to be on Friday night. But some Memphians are […]
Friday Football Fever Week 1: Houston starts title defense with dominant win and more
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Friday Football Fever is back across the Mid-South, and so are the defending state champion Houston Mustangs. In our Game of the Week, the Mustangs started their title defense with a dominant 45-3 win over Briarcrest, highlighted by a crazy 60-yard touchdown catch from Jonas Jimerson. Other...
Kingsport Educator Bryan Kerns Crowned Tennessee Teacher of the Year for 2024-25
Last night's announcement revealed that Bryan Kerns, a math and fire management instructor at Dobyns-Bennett High School, has been distinguished as the Tennessee Teacher of the Year for 2024-25, in recognition of his impactful contribution to both his students and the larger community in Kingsport City Schools, according to the Tennessee Department of Education.
LOOK | Ole Miss gets loose for upcoming season opener with weekend simulation
With Ole Miss football just seven days away from introducing their 2024 squad, and with the college football season officially underway on Saturday, fifth-year head coach Lane Kiffin opted to run a mock game of his own at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. The previous two Saturday's Ole Miss had been focused on...
Stephen Colbert spotted at Arkansas restaurant
EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark. — A famous talk show host has been spotted recently in Arkansas. Stephen Colbert, host of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," was seen at Ermilio's Italian Home Cooking in Eureka Springs on Aug. 23. The staff took to Facebook to thank the star for the...
Juvenile shot by another juvenile; adults left in charge arrested
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two adults were arrested by the Covington Police in July after a 12-year-old in their care was shot by a 10-year-old. On July 25, detectives from the Covington Police Department responded to Methodist North Hospital following a report of a juvenile with a gunshot wound to the leg. The juvenile was reportedly […]
New program creates leadership training for agriculture, forestry industries
It’s time for the Tennessee agriculture and forestry industries to develop new crops of leaders in their field. The Naifeh Center for Effective Leadership, an agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service (IPS), the UT Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and other partner agencies have developed the Tennessee Agriculture and Forestry Leadership Program (TAFLP). TAFLP provides leadership and networking opportunities for farmers, foresters and the agriculture community. ...
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