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TDEC announced the awarding of 36 Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grants, totaling $718,757, for remediation projects across the state
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these grants, funded through the Rural Brownfield Redevelopment Investment Act, are designed to support environmental protection and economic development, particularly in rural areas. The act provides local governments and development boards with essential resources for investigating, cleaning up, and redeveloping contaminated...
The Tennessee Department of Revenue’s Special Investigations Section has announced the arrest of woman on charges of tax evasion
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, her name is Brittany Cardwell and her bond was set at $5,000. The arrest follows an indictment by a Robertson County Grand Jury, which charged Cardwell with one felony count of tax evasion. The indictment accuses Cardwell of providing false and...
State Showing Tourism Growth, Putnam Too
Visitor spending across Tennessee increased six percent last year, according to newly released data, spending that shows up locally. Cookeville-Putnam County Visitors Bureau Director of Tourism Shan Stout said the county benefits as the state continues to expand its tourism footprint. She said the latest data showed some $1.7 million in visitor dollars coming into Putnam County.
Local kennel club creates scholarship at UT Martin
Local Kennel Club Creates Scholarship at UT Martin. Jackson, TN, July 25, 2024 – The Jackson Tennessee Dog Fanciers Association, an affiliate club with the American Kennel Club, has created a scholarship to be awarded to a Vet Tech student at UT Martin. We are proud to announce that the first recipient of this scholarship is AllieGray Anderson. Excerpts from AllieGray’s bio:
Memphis Grizzlies Shuffle Roster: Sign Jay Huff to Two-Way Deal, Waive Trey Jemison
The Memphis Grizzlies are making some strategic changes to their roster, starting with their center positions. As confirmed by the team, they've signed Jay Huff, a 7-foot-1 center, to a two-way deal. As reported by WREG, the Grizzlies have waived fellow center Trey Jemison to clear the way for Huff.
Dyersburg Mayor Awarded Mayor of the Year
Dyersburg Mayor John Holden was named the 2024 Mayor of the Year by the Tennessee Municipal League at their 84th Annual Conference. For the past 17 years, John Holden has exemplified a servant leader in his community. Mayor Holden has seen Dyersburg through major investments in parks and recreation, rehabilitation...
Memphis gun control referendum may draw fire from state
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In a decision that’s expected to draw the attention of the State of Tennessee and even potentially face a legal challenge, the Memphis City Council gave final approval to a referendum letting Memphis voters decide in November on a set of tough gun control options. WREG spoke with the ordinance sponsor and […]
Two Mississippi Lottery players rake in more than $350,000 in winnings on Wednesday
Two lucky Mississippi Lottery players turned a regular summer day into Winning Wednesday with more than $350,000 in prizes. Mississippi Lottery officials report that Wednesday was a winning night for two Mississippi Lottery players who won more than $353,000. One Mississippi Match 5 player hit the jackpot worth $253,094.41, while a Powerball player won $100,000.
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...
$100M plan gets green light—New Liberty Park renovations to include hotel, apartments, and performance space
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The $100 million plan to redevelop Liberty Park in Midtown Memphis got the green light from the Memphis City Council this week. Included in the plan: a new hotel, hundreds of new apartments and an entertainment venue with laser tag and Top Golf. Old-timers know Liberty...
Manufacturer celebrates expansion in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — A big expansion was celebrated Wednesday morning, bringing job opportunities and more to a local city. Reinhausen Manufacturing is a well-known factory to locals, as it started it’s first American operations in January of 1987 in West Tennessee. Over the years, the company has expanded...
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