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Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant returns for night two with ‘Christmas in July’ theme
JACKSON, Tenn. — It’s night two of the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant, and Thursday night’s theme was Christmas in July. “They decided to change it up every night. So each night there will be a different theme and I’ve never seen so many people excited about a different theme,” said Lashonda Williams with the Miss Volunteer Pageants.
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture announces appointment of new state plant pathologist
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, n her role, Dr. Prabha Liyanapathiranage was tasked with diagnosing plant diseases, identifying plant pests, educating plant inspectors and stakeholders about invasive pests, and collaborating with pathologists on pathogens of regional, national, and international significance. During her master’s degree program, Liyanapathiranage...
Agilix Hires Tripp as VP of South Region
Agilix Solutions (Memphis, TN): Al Tripp joined the company as VP of the South Region. Based in the Memphis branch, Tripp succeeds Dave Armstrong, who was recently promoted to senior VP of Sales. He will lead the company’s efforts to grow across its south region encompassing seven branches in Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi.
Mid-South Better Business Bureau says nationwide federal investigation show Tennessee funeral homes violated rules, impacting costs
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A federal agency uncovered funeral home violations in a nationwide investigation. For many, the time period when burying a loved one can be one of the most heartbreaking moments for a family. Randy Hutchinson with the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South said the Federal Trade...
After apparent suicide at Benjamin L. Hooks Library, Memphian says more help needed for Bluff City’s unhoused
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - It’s been three days since a man died inside the Benjamin L. Hooks Library; police believe he took his own life. The library is closed for the rest of this week and will reopen Monday. One Memphian, who has asked Action News 5 to change...
WATCH: Motion to seal capital murder case denied
Former Ole Miss student still missing: Judge denies motion to seal case. FOX13 is following new developments in the case of a former Ole Miss student who disappeared two years ago. Jimmie "Jay" Lee went missing, and a suspect is heading to trial for capital murder.
Numbers say crime down, but so is age of many arrested
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Overall crime is down in Memphis — that’s the biggest takeaway from a recent report by the Shelby County Crime Commission. That includes violent crime, which they say is down 5.1 percent compared to the first half of 2023. It’s definitely a victory, according to Memphis Police. But there are still some […]
‘Silent Killer’ takes a toll in Memphis, Shelby County
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Some call it the “Silent Killer” — mental health is often not talked about but is definitely taking a toll in Memphis, Shelby County and around the county. It’s an illness that may not be seen, but is definitely felt. “Here in Memphis we believe it is one of the leading causes […]
MPD rescues man from Mississippi River, searching for another
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department rescued a man from the Mississippi River. First responders were called to rescue two men from the river Friday around 7 a.m. A current police lieutenant and retired lieutenant worked together to pull one man from the river. They rescued one person...
Delta flight from Atlanta diverted over mechanical issue
A Delta flight from Atlanta to Arkansas was forced to divert course after mechanical issues on Wednesday night. Delta flight 3175 was scheduled to land at Northwest Arkansas National Airport but Delta officials say a "cabin pressurization issue" caused the plane to stop in Memphis, Tennessee. The Boeing 717 aircraft...
Free Meals Program for Wayne County Kids
On Friday, July 26, Southwest Human Resource Agency will welcome parents and caregivers from throughout the area to Wayne County Libraries for their weekly distribution of free summertime meals. The distribution of five days’ worth of breakfast and lunch food items will provide much-needed nutrition for kids and teens, in the absence of the daily meals they receive during the school year.
Memphis vs. South Carolina women's basketball at FedExForum switched to an exhibition game
Memphis women's basketball's return game with coach Dawn Staley and South Carolina is still happening. It just won't count toward either program's win-loss record. Instead of hosting a regular-season non-conference game against the defending national champions, coach Alex Simmons' Tigers will welcome South Carolina for an exhibition game for the 2024-25 season.
Whiteville Food Bank to host fundraising events to support community
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. — One non-profit in West Tennessee is hosting a couple of upcoming events to help raise funds to provide emergency assistance to members of the community. The Whiteville Food Bank encourages you to attend Le’Andria Johnson and friends’ upcoming concert this Friday, July 26, beginning at 7 p.m. at The Venue 38068 in Somerville.
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