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The week in politics: Centrists 'drowned out' in current GOP, former state senator says
A rare group in Tennessee politics met Tuesday night in a Nashville country club ballroom: Centrist conservatives and "Never-Trump" Republicans gathered in support of Principles First, a nonprofit group founded in 2019 as an alternative to the Conservative Political Action Conference. Former Tennessee state Sen. Steve Dickerson, R-Nashville, introduced a...
Tennessee Supreme Court Dismisses Developer’s Defamation Lawsuit Against Resident
Nashville, Tenn- The Tennessee Supreme Court has held that a defamation and false light suit filed by Bill Charles against Donna McQueen must be dismissed under the Tennessee Public Participation Act (“TPPA”). The litigation began in 2020 after Durham Farms, a planned community in Hendersonville, announced plans to...
Archie Maxie Jr. hits fiancé in face with bowl of SpaghettiOs
33-year-old Archie Maxie Jr. was involved in an incident with his fiancé, Brianna Goods, on June 23rd. Goods told officers that Maxie grabbed her arm and hit her in the face with SpaghettiOs. Goods noted that Maxie then poured the bowl of SpaghettiOs over her head. When officers came into contact with her, she still had the SpaghettiOs sauce on her face and ear. Maxie Jr. was taken into custody for domestic assault. The couple has a previous history of domestic assault.
DUI: Cory McManus runs stop sign in his Chevy Malibu on Branson Way
45-year-old Cory McManus was seen running a stop sign in a white Chevy Malibu on Branson Way on June 21st. Officers stopped the vehicle and made contact with McManus. Officers asked him for his license and registration, which he could not provide. When officers requested McManus to step out of his car, he almost fell over. This prompted them to ask him to perform sobriety tests. McManus agreed to the tests but performed poorly on them. McManus was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence and obedience to any required traffic control device.
57 days until it is football time in Tennessee
Tennessee will kick off its 2024 football season in 57 days. The Vols will open its upcoming campaign on Aug. 31 against Chattanooga at Neyland Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 12:45 p.m. EDT and SEC Network will televise the contest. 2024 will be the fourth season for Tennessee under head...
Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center Announces Event Honoring Dr. Matthew Walker, Sr.
Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center (MWCHC), Nashville’s oldest non-profit health center, has announced details surrounding the 2024 Dr. Matthew Walker, Sr. Legacy Breakfast. The breakfast will take place in the evening at The Cal Turner Family Center at Meharry Medical College (1011 21st Avenue North) on August 15 at 6:00pm. The event Visionary Sponsors are Amazon, CINQ CARE, HCA Healthcare/TriStar Health, and Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance, with 100% of attendee’s donations strengthening MWCHC programs and services.
Kane Brown, Darius, Reba Celebrate The Fourth
Kane Brown and his buddies spent a lot of money on fireworks to celebrate the Fourth of July yesterday. They put the fireworks to good use on Kane’s property near Nashville, where family and friends enjoyed the light show. Brown shared a video on his Insta Stories of him...
University School of Jackson names Justine Walker new volleyball coach
Jackson, TN – The University School of Jackson (USJ) is excited to announce the appointment. of Justine Walker as the new head coach for the Lady Bruins volleyball team. With an impressive background in coaching, leadership, and athletic performance, Walker is set to bring a fresh and dynamic approach to the USJ volleyball program.
Fun weekend events happening in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s finally Friday! While many of you are celebrating a long weekend thanks to the Fourth of July holiday, there are still so many things to get out and do. If you missed out on seeing some fireworks, you are in luck because you have another chance to see a show. Friday […]
Memphis man with 8 attempted murder convictions charged in Covington pharmacy smash-and-grab
COVINGTON, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis man with a history of violent crime has been arrested and charged in Covington after he allegedly stole a car and burglarized a pharmacy just hours later. At 12:05 a.m. Monday, Covington Police Department officers responded to the Motel 6 at 901 Highway 51...
Volunteers Needed For Annual Water Fun Run
Paris, Tenn.–Volunteers are needed for the Water Fun Run. Paris-Henry County Chamber officials are gearing up for one of their most fun events of the year, and they need your help! The Water Fun Run is on July 20th at Paris Landing State Park and several marinas on Kentucky Lake, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and enjoy some fun on the water.
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