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Monday is Mississippi’s worst night for sleep: report
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – For those looking to get some shuteye in Mississippi, a recent sleep study shows that Monday is the worst night to sleep statewide. Medical professionals often warn that heat and humidity negatively impact sleep cycles and often cause low-quality rest. Early Bird, part of bedding brand Amerisleep, analyzed decades of weather data […]
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library closed until July 29
MEMPHIS, Tenn — According to Memphis Public Libraries, the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library will be closed until Monday, July 29. Officials announced the closure on Monday, July 22, after an incident led to a police investigation around noon. The library was holding a fundraising event called Library Love...
Phase 2 of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium renovation project begins: 'What a great day'
The hulking, yellow Kobelco rock breaker punched the first hole in the façade of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium's west side tower at 10:22 a.m. Monday. It and three other Priestly Demolition, Inc.-operated machines spent the rest of the day chipping away at the structure, signaling the commencement of Phase 2 of the...
2 years after incident with Grizzlies' Ja Morant, Josh Holloway is focusing on basketball journey
Josh Holloway’s basketball journey hasn’t been a usual one, to say the least. He first rose to prominence as he climbed the prep ranks as a guard while starring at St. George’s Independent School in Memphis. His life changed forever after an incident at Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant’s home that has led to a civil suit that is nearly 2 years old.
Man sentenced to 20 years after woman killed in DUI crash
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for a DUI-related crash in DeSoto County last year that left a woman dead. According to the DeSoto County District Attorney’s Office, Baudilio Benedicto Perez Lopez, a 26-year-old from Guatemala in the country illegally, was sentenced on Monday for his role in a […]
New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county
Hearing to seal case files set for Thursday The man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022, Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., received a new trial date Monday and he will face jurors from outside of Lafayette County. Herrington was arrested on July 22, 2022, and charged with Lee’s murder. He was indicted on […] The post New court date set for Herrington trial; Jurors will be brought in from outside county appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
4-star LB Christian Gass announces commitment
Four-star linebacker recruit Christian Gass has committed to the Tennessee Volunteers over the Georgia Bulldogs. Gass’ commitment brings Tennessee’s class of 2025 into the top-10 recruiting classes in the country. The elite linebacker prospect plays high school football for Eastside High School in Covington, Georgia. The Eastside standout is Tennessee’s No. 18 commitment in the class of 2025. The Volunteers are still behind Georgia in the SEC recruiting rankings. Georgia and head coach Kirby Smart have the third-best recruiting class in the nation. Gass is ranked as the No. 204 player in the class of 2025, per the 247Sports Composite. The 6-foot-3, 215-pound linebacker is the No. 22 player at his position and the No. 31 prospect in Georgia. Tennessee is getting a that versatile linebacker plays both edge and outside linebacker. Gass has excellent speed off the edge and sticks to opposing receiving targets in pass coverage. Gass also runs track for Eastside and has good speed.
Motion filed to seal case involving death of Ole Miss student Jay Lee
OXFORD, Miss. (WTVA) — Prosecutors and defense attorneys requested a judge seal future court filings in an Oxford capital murder case. Timothy Herrington Jr. is awaiting trial in the death of former Ole Miss student Jimmie Jay Lee. Attorneys for both sides claim that closing the case to public...
London police searching for suspect wanted out of Tennessee
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Authorities in Madison County are searching for a man wanted for failing to register as a sex offender in Tennessee. Warrants are on file for 47-year-old Loren Janosky who had been living in the London area. Police said Janosky was pursued in a vehicle chase...
Contestants arrive for Miss Tennessee Volunteer week
JACKSON, Tenn. — This is the time to meet all 36 contestants competing for the title of Miss Tennessee Volunteer. During competition, the participants are judged in four categories: fitness, interview, evening gown, and talent. “I was just crowned, well, yesterday, and just being able to see everyone and...
Tennessee announces hiring of Kristen Golightly
Tennessee announced the hiring of assistant women’s golf coach Kristen Golightly. “I am thrilled to add Kristen to our staff this season,” Tennessee head coach Diana Cantu said. “Her personality, work ethic, and determination are going to be huge for our program. “She has excelled in working...
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