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Bluff City Life: Wed, 10 July
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Here’s what’s in today’s show. These beautiful houses are waiting to be turned into homes. We’re touring breathtaking properties in Eads!. Gospel music is taking over the Bluff City. You have a chance to join in praise at this annual convention. Malcolm...
Mississippi’s Black students more likely to repeat grades: report
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – More than 70 years after the end of school segregation nationwide, data reveals that racialized differences are still present in Mississippi’s public education system. Mississippi has historically had growing pains related to racial issues. School desegregation was not enforced in the state until 1970, 16 years after the landmark Brown v. […]
New Downtown Union City Business Delays Opening Date
Due to some last minute changes, a new business in downtown Union City has pushed back its opening. Main Street-Union City Executive Director Katie Graves said Reelfoot Brewing Company has moved its opening day from July 20th to a later date. Business co-owner Eric Sanford said some obstacles hindered the...
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...
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.
Lane College alumni and SuperBowl champion Jacoby Jones passes away at the age of 40
Former Lane College alumni, n-f-l player and super bowl champion jacoby jones has passed away. The national football league made the announcement Sunday, along with two teams he played for. Jones was known for scoring two touchdowns in ‘super bowl 47′ for the Baltimore ravens. The team said his charisma,...
Restaurant Inspection Scores, July 9-15
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: Takashi1680 Union […]
New cannabis restaurant making its way to Memphis, but is it legal?
MEMPHIS, Tenn — A new restaurant coming to the Binghamton neighborhood is offering up something that isn't on any other menu in Memphis: marijuana. Buds & Brews Cannabis Bar and Restaurant offers THC-infused condiments and drinks, but brings up a question on how it is legal. In 2022, Michael...
Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway adds former 3A Mr. Basketball Damarien Yates
Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway added depth to his revamped roster in junior college forward Damarien "Dink" Yates. The 6-foot-8 Yates prepped at Fayette-Ware, earning Tennessee Class 3A Mr. Basketball honors in 2023, and spent his freshman season at Vincennes (Indiana) University. Yates is expected to join the team as a walk-on. ...
Grizzlies reporter reveals chilling Cam Spencer statement that will get fans hyped
Memphis Grizzlies rookie guard Cam Spencer is turning heads early on in his professional career. Despite falling to the late second round of June's NBA Draft, the reigning NCAA Champion has captivated both teammates and audiences alike with his impressive on-court skill set and unique competitive nature. Already, core members...
Ayden Kelley, son of former Memphis basketball star Antonio Burks, joins Arkansas
Northpoint Christian School guard Ayden Kelley, the son of former Booker T. Washington and Memphis basketball guard Antonio Burks, has joined Arkansas, the team announced July 11. Kelley’s background is full of basketball talent. His stepfather is former Tennessee star point guard Tony Harris. Harris was a McDonald’s All-American out of East High School and played for the Volunteers from 1997-01. ...
“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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