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Dresden Inmate Dead, South Fulton Inmate Charged
Fulton, Ky. – On Friday, July 12th, shortly before 4:00pm CT, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 1 was notified by the Fulton County Detention Center that a female inmate, Charlina M. Easley, 40 years old of Dresden, was found unresponsive in her cell and transported to a local medical center where she was pronounced deceased.
One car show raises money in support of local youth
JACKSON, Tenn.—One organization is revving up to raise money for a local sports club. ‘Cars for a Cause’ was held today in Jackson. The event took place from 10 this morning until 2 this afternoon at 200 Church Street. The event, hosted by Jackson Equity Project, hosted many...
New downtown deli opening in spot near Tennessee St.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Memphis woman is counting on her 35-plus years in the fast food industry to run a successful sandwich shop downtown. Kellie Barksale is opening Kellie’s Deli at the corner of Tennessee and G.E. Patterson, and she’s getting some help from her brother and daughter, who are also partners in the business. […]
Mother of 2 looking for answers after food stamps cut off without warning
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Long wait times, little to no communication and benefits denied without warning or notice are still impacting a South Memphis mother of two who depends on food stamps. Angela Spriggs said she was supposed to receive her food stamps on Friday, July 12. But when she...
Memphis nonprofits awarded over $5 million in grant money for housing and community development
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Mayor Paul Young and the city’s Division of Housing and Community development presented local organizations with close to $5.5 million in grant money to use for housing and community development Friday. Nearly two out of three Memphians are in need of more affordable housing,...
‘The King Beez’ take center stage at the AMP in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. — Jackson residents grabbed their lawn chairs and blankets and gathered to sing and dance the night away. The Amp in downtown Jackson brings a little piece of the ‘Bluff City’ to the Hub City. The King Beez is a live band from Memphis that...
Memphis 901 FC Grabs Road Win at Detroit City FC with Late Lapa Goal
Detroit, Mich. (July 13, 2024) – Memphis 901 FC grabbed three points on the road with a 1-0 victory over Detroit City FC on Saturday afternoon at Keyworth Stadium. Bruno Lapa was the hero in the 86th minute using a one-touch volley to give Memphis the decisive lead in the clutch. Lapa tied Marlon with his team-leading seventh goal of the season while Alvaro Quezada’s cross into the box marks his second assist of the season.
Grade the Trade: Grizzlies correct 2022 NBA Draft Day mistake with wild new idea
Heading into the 2024 NBA Offseason, easily the biggest area of concern on this Memphis Grizzlies roster resided in their frontcourt, particularly their center position. Following the mid-season departures of both Steven Adams and Xavier Tillman, it was evident that Zach Kleiman and company had to go out and find some suitable replacement options down at the five to help complement the club's returning core of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Jaren Jackson Jr. for next year's presumed comeback campaign.
Obion school revenues cut $1.2 million because of lower enrollment
UNION CITY, Tenn. — On July 1, the Obion County Commission announced adjustments to revenue for public schools, resulting in a $1.2 million cut to Obion County and Union City Public Schools. Obion County Schools saw a $826,807 cut in county revenues, coupled with an additional $367,404 cut from...
Zach Edey Fires Blunt Warning To NBA Trash Talkers
The Memphis Grizzlies made easy work of the Sacramento Kings on Friday in what turned out to be a lopsided Summer League matchup. What makes their 103-83 win even more impressive is the fact that No. 9 overall pick Zach Edey was not even available for the game as the highly-touted rookie continues ...
FULTON CITY COMMISSION CALLS SPECIAL SESSION JULY 15
The Board of Commissioners of the City of Fulton Kentucky is hereby called to meet for a Special Call Meeting on MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. at Fulton City Hall Commission Room,101 Nelson Tripp Place, to discuss the attached Agenda. MAYOR DAVID PRATER. We, the undersigned Commissioners of...
Heidelberg mayor passes away Saturday
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (WDAM) - The Town of Heidelberg was in mourning Saturday night after the passing of Mayor David Taylor II. “He was just a great guy,” said Cornell White, Heidelberg Police Department assistant chief. “He was very dedicated to this town. He would do whatever he could for it.
Sudden Swarm of 8 New Madrid Quakes Near Missouri Past Few Days
If you aren't an earthquake nerd like I am, you likely didn't even notice what's been happening along the New Madrid Seismic Zone near Missouri over the past few days. There's a sudden swarm of 8 measurable quakes that have been confirmed by the USGS. Anytime I see earthquakes in...
Patrick Walters Earns Fourth NPFL Shield with Victory on Pickwick Lake
Story by Justin Brouillard | Photos by Tanner & Travis Lyons. Patrick Walters‘ goal for championship Friday was to burn it all to the ground. With 24 pounds even on the final day and a 4-pound margin of victory, that is exactly what he did. Early in the event,...
Miss Jehryeia Morris crowned 2024 National American Miss Tennessee Jr.
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Miss Jehryeia Morris, a rising 11th grader at Kenwood High School, was crowned the 2024 National American Miss Tennessee Jr. Teen Queen at the state pageant held June 16 at Cool Springs Marriott in Franklin. She received her official state crown, banner, and trophy. She also received a special invitation to compete at the national pageant held during Thanksgiving week in Orlando.
Employed Tennessee woman can only afford a tent
PORTLAND, Tenn. (WKRN) — The unhoused are not just in downtown Nashville. They are also in surrounding counties and small towns across Middle Tennessee—places like Portland where one woman has a job but still can’t afford a home. Anita Richey had dreams, big ones. “My dream home...
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