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‘Beyond the Stage’ citywide talent show showcases talented Memphis youth
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Midtown was buzzing with talented youth who showcased their talents on the main stage!. The event ‘Beyond the Stage’ was open to youth, letting them take center stage and share their gifts in a positive and supportive environment. The organizer wants the youth to...
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity host backpack giveaway
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity gave back to the community by providing fresh school supplies and backpacks to students for the new school year. The event also offered free haircuts and voting registration services to those who attended. Organizers with the fraternity stressed the importance...
Blockbuster Trade Pitch Sends Knicks’ Julius Randle to the Grizzlies
Trade talk will continue to circle Julius Randle until he and the New York Knicks agree on a contract extension. He’ll become eligible for a four-year, $181.5 million deal on August 3. One team that could emerge as a trade partner is the Memphis Grizzlies. Memphis receives: Randle. New...
Clifton's Michael Rodriguez Dies At 24 With Unborn Daughter On The Way: Campaign
According to his obituary published on the Legacy website, Michael, affectionately known as Mikey, is being remembered for his "kind heart, radiant smile, and boundless curiosity," along with his "humor and the joy he brought to those around him." A GoFundMe launched for Michael's family had raised more than $13,800...
$2 million Powerball ticket sold at grocery store in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Tennessee Lottery said on Sunday a $2 million Powerball ticket was sold at a grocery store in Knoxville. Lottery officials said the Powerball ticket, which matched five of the six numbers drawn with the Power Play option on Saturday, was sold at Publix, located off Pellissippi Parkway in the Northshore Town Center.
Mompreneur ditches medical school to be one of the first Black women to build an amusement park
Real estate tycoon DeLisa Guerrier and her husband Elde are collaborating to construct an amusement park. Inspired by Fairyland, one of the first theme parks located in Oakland, California, the pair are creating Storyville Gardens, the first proposed theme park in Nashville since Opryland USA closed down in 1997, StyleBlueprint reported.
London police searching for suspect wanted out of Tennessee
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Authorities in Madison County are searching for a man wanted for failing to register as a sex offender in Tennessee. Warrants are on file for 47-year-old Loren Janosky who had been living in the London area. Police said Janosky was pursued in a vehicle chase...
Bartlett-based company's eclipse glasses make it to the final round of 'Coolest Thing Made in TN' 2024 contest
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Bartlett-based company's eclipse glasses are in the final round of the "Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee" 2024 contest. The Tennessee Chamber and Tennessee Manufacturers Association(TMA), partnered with the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services, Chattanooga Regional Manufacturers Association and Smart Factory Institute Tennessee to launch the contest.
Lady Tigers post soccer win at Bluegrass State Games
The Hopkinsville Lady Tigers traveled to Lexington over the weekend to participate in the Bluegrass State Games. The Lady Tigers dropped their opening game 3-0 to strong Walton Verona squad. In the second game Saturday, Lexington Henry Clay held off the Lady Tigers 1-0. On Sunday, Kaylyn Lynch used an...
Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer pageant comes to close
JACKSON, Tenn.—The Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer pageant is back in the Hub City. Many residents filled the seats of the Carl Perkins Civic Center for the Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer competition. This is a title awarded to the winning contestant by the Miss Tennessee Volunteer organization, a non-profit based here in Jackson.
Freeman Named Jackson State Foundation Executive Director
JACKSON, TENN. – Jackson State Community College has appointed Cecily Freeman as the new Executive Director of the JSCC Foundation following the restructuring of the college’s Institutional Advancement, Marketing, and Campus Engagement Office. Freeman brings nearly 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector to the role with...
Logan County Sheriff’s Office arrests wanted Tennessee man
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. – A wanted Tennessee man led police on a vehicle, foot pursuit Friday evening. The Logan County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy observed a vehicle related to a recent theft traveling in Russellville. After observing multiple traffic violations, a deputy initiated a traffic stop on West...
1 suspect in THP-involved shooting captured in KY; Reward for info about shooter raised to $20K
One of the suspects wanted for his connection to a shooting that left a Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) trooper injured has been captured in Kentucky, but now the reward for information that leads to the shooter's arrest has been increased.
Warren, Bayless inducted into Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) – Twelve deserving individuals were inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame in the Class of 2024 on Saturday night – two of whom made a tremendous impact in Northeast Tennessee. Longtime ETSU head men’s golf coach, Fred Warren, and legendary Happy Valley boy’s basketball coach, Charlie Bayless, received their honors […]
Tennessean wins 19 awards, including general excellence, in Tennessee Press Association contest
The newspaper was recognized for its coverage of sports, breaking news, business and investigations. The Tennessean on Friday secured the Tennessee Press Association Newspaper Contest General Excellence award, along with first place awards in 13 other categories, for its work ranging from sports, breaking news, business and investigative reporting during 2023.
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