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Greenfield Board Approves Record Management System for Police Department
Greenfield Police Chief Brian Legons reminded the board that last month they voted to sell the police vehicle Chargers and that said vehicles have just a few days left on the auction. Legons requested the board’s approval to use the money from the sale for a new record management system for the department which would be used for court, e-citation and police software. The board unanimously approved the request.
Union City City Council To Meet Tuesday
Union City, Tenn.–Union City City Council will meet Tuesday, July 16 at the Municipal Building. The following is the agenda:. To receive public input for four proposed zoning amendments. Revise The Zoning Map To Rezone A Portion Of Property Owned By Bryan Allen Located At 2317 Nailing Drive (Tax...
Tim Reeves Returns As Henry Police Chief
Henry, Tenn.–Welcome back Tim Reeves as the new Police Chief in Henry. Henry Mayor Dustin Odom said, “We are thrilled to announce that Tim Reeves, a former patrolman in our community, is returning to the City of Henry as our new Chief of Police! Tim’s dedication and service to our city have been exemplary, and we are excited to see him lead our police department with the same commitment and integrity.”
Shelby County voter guide: These are the key races on the Aug. 1 ballot
Another election year is here and voters in Shelby County have a host of choices to make in local, statewide and national races in the coming months. Early voting for the Aug. 1 primary is underway and includes primary races for a U.S. Senate seat, multiple U.S. Congress seats and a variety...
How McKenzie multi-sport star Tate Surber manages expectations, success on baseball field
Tate Surber is never one to shy away from a challenge. Surber, who recently wrapped up his junior season at McKenzie, has been a key factor in almost all of the athletic challenges the Rebels have faced in the last three years in football, basketball and baseball. Three straight state championship game appearances with...
Woman accused of forging deposit slips from employer
OSCEOLA, Ark. (KAIT) - Police arrested a woman after they said she tried forging deposit slips from her employer. According to the incident report, on Tuesday, March 5, the Osceola Police Department received a report from a man with Gary’s Pizza saying that 34-year-old Jodie Coulter had quit after working there for about three-and-a-half years.
2024 Tennessee Wildlife Conservation Raffle is Back with $290,000+ in Prizes
The 2024 Tennessee Wildlife Conservation Raffle promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring over $290,000 in prizes. Over the years, this incredible event has raised more than $8 million for vital Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation (TWRF) projects, supporting its mission to conserve and enhance Tennessee’s wildlife and natural habitats.
City of Jackson announces road repairs for Highland Avenue
JACKSON, Tenn. — Some road repairs are on the way in the Hub City. The City of Jackson Street Department will begin making repairs on Highland Avenue beginning Monday tonight. Public Works Director Austin Clark says they’ve located around 50 areas on Highland Avenue that need repair and they...
The Enigmatic Earthquake Hotspot in America’s Heartland
The first earthquake struck while the town was still asleep. Around 2:00 am on Dec. 16, 1811, New Madrid — a small frontier settlement of 400 people on land now located in Missouri — was jolted awake. Panicked townsfolk fled their homes as buildings collapsed and the smell of sulfur filled the air.
Tyler Terry pleads guilty to multi-state killing spree, sentenced to life
Tyler Terry, the South Carolina man linked to two murders in his home state, one in the Memphis area, and two more in St. Louis County in 2021, pleaded guilty on Monday and was sentenced to life for the multi-state killing spree.
Unsupervised ankle monitors leave public at risk from coast to coast
Content Warning: This story contains descriptions of events involving sexual assault, stalking, murder and suicide. If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence and needs support, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673) or online at RAINN.org. If you or someone you know are experiencing thoughts of suicide, contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling, texting or chatting 988.
Baxter Health welcomes vascular surgeon Nestor Arita to Baxter Health Heart and Vascular Clinic
Baxter Health is proud to welcome vascular surgeon Nestor Arita, MD, to the medical staff. He will be joining the Baxter Health Heart and Vascular Clinic and the practice of Dr. Heath Broussard, Dr. F. Michael Bauer, Dr. James Munns, Dr. Kent Nachtigal, and nurse practitioners Emily Brown and Kathy Prinner, on August 1, 2024.
Hoppers Derail Fulton for 4th Straight Win
It appears the Hoptown Hoppers may be getting hot at just the right time. A night after they finished strong for their third straight win, the Hoppers got off to a quick start at the plate and got a big start on the bound from Brayden Eftink as they came up with a big 10-3 road win over the Fulton Railroaders, the fourth straight victory for Hoptown.
Having more than 1 kid in daycare is more expensive than rent, researchers say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - If you think the most expensive bill for families is housing, think again. Childcare costs have surged so much that researchers say having more than one kid in daycare is more expensive than rent in every state. According to a new report from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth, families in Tennessee spend, on average, about 40 percent of their household income on childcare. It's forcing some parents to make tough decisions to ensure their children get the care they need.
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