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Commercial fire on Hwy. 51 one of largest in recent years
Batesville firefighters continued to monitor a commercial building fire Wednesday afternoon, almost 20 hours after the blazes were first reported. The block building was used as a warehouse for a local rental business. Fire Dept. officials will release a report later with more information about what may have caused the fire. Fire Chief Tim Taylor […] The post Commercial fire on Hwy. 51 one of largest in recent years appeared first on The Panolian.
Officers seek man convicted in $90k car auction scheme
UPDATE, July 26: Leandre Barner was arrested early Friday morning by the DeSoto County Fugitive Division and the Memphis Police Department Fugitive Division. ** MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Law enforcement agencies in DeSoto County found a man convicted of stealing thousands from people in a car auction scheme. Leandre Barner was indicted in 2022 for false […]
Descendants of slaves/slaveholders reunite
About 80 descendants, both White and Black, joined in a reunion July 11-13, to celebrate a common heritage. The discovery that descendants of the Lewellen Family Plantation, Black and White, was discovered through a genetic match on Ancestry.com. Black and White cousins, Beverly Bevel, Dudley Lewellen and Rhonda Roederer, met...
As pro-school voucher group purchases $1M in TV ads, Tennessee’s GOP primaries to decide its future
Two years ago, Maryville Republican Bryan Richey pulled off a major upset, taking down a seven-term incumbent while raising a fraction of the money his opponent did. The seemingly grassroots campaign was anything but, as groups supporting school vouchers and charters boosted Richey with over $140,000 in independent advertisements. The...
Shop tax free and local this weekend
CLAY COUNTY-Residents here and all across the state can save nearly 10% on qualifying clothing, school supplies, and computers this weekend. And community leaders are encouraging the public to shop locally during the State of Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday, which take’s place Friday through Sunday. “People should...
Back to School Bash to be held in Jackson August 3
JACKSON, Tenn. — As the school year approaches, a free community event will offer numerous opportunities for local students. A Back to School Bash will be held Saturday, August 3 at T.R. White Sportsplex – located at 304 Hays Avenue in Jackson. From 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.,...
POLL: Which closed Hub City restaurant do you miss the most?
Gone, but not forgotten: The legacy of some former restaurants in the Jackson area live on our memories — but which one do you miss the most? After asking for submissions on social media, we’ve narrowed the list to a Top 25. Cast your vote below and tune in to WBBJ 7 at 10 Friday night, July 26, to see the final results on-air.
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers assist K-9 Unit training
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Officers Fletcher and Holt recently assisted the K-9 Unit during their training sessions. Their support and collaboration were instrumental in advancing the team’s skills with this advanced training. Their contribution was greatly appreciated in helping to...
THP competing for America’s Best Looking Trooper Cruiser
For the past 10 years, American Association of State Troopers (AAST) holds a Best Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest, and for its 11th annual contest, Tennessee Highway Patrol has a contender. No offense to Ford Explorer fans, but the 2023 Dodge Charger is a much better looking patrol car. For the...
Good Samaritans help rescue 5 injured in crash with overturned ambulance
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - An ambulance overturned in a three-vehicle crash Wednesday morning, injuring five people. One woman is in critical condition; three men and another woman are in non-critical condition. The crash happened on Humphreys Boulevard, not far from Baptist Memorial Hospital, just after 10 a.m. First responders and...
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