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City of Memphis lost $773K in phishing scam, officials say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Neither your grandma nor your government is safe from phishing scams. The city of Memphis mistakenly wired $773K to a bad actor more than two years ago, according to a statement sent to FOX13. "They should have given it to me," laughed Kaytivo Golden, a Binghampton taxpayer....
Remember When: Ingrid Andress Earned a Standing Ovation at Her Grand Ole Opry Debut
Ingrid Andress is multi-talented. The country-pop singer had already penned hits for big names like Charli XCX and Halestorm when she broke through with her own solo effort, 2020’ss Lady Like. The album earned Andress, 32, three GRAMMY nods, including one in the Best New Artist category. Additionally, it landed her the title of highest-streaming country female debut album of all time upon release. In 2019, the Highlands Ranch, Colorado native solidified her place in Nashville when she made her debut on country music’s biggest stage.
Pre-Leasing Begins At The 38-Story Tower, ‘Prime’ In Downtown Nashville.
Developer Giarratana has announced pre-leasing of its latest apartment tower, Prime. Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the new tower will look to offer residents a true,“first-class living experience” with condo-grade finishes, breathtaking amenity spaces, and walking distance to all that downtown has to offer. The building is located at the corner of Church Street and Rosa L. Parks Blvd at 805 Church Street.
Clarksville: Calculated approach paying big dividends
3 min read July 2024 — A string of development successes and a targeted approach to growth are spurring eye-catching results in Clarksville, putting Tennessee’s fifth largest city on the map as both a future economic hub and a model city for the nation. “There is not a...
Tennessee MOM ‘WANTED TIME ALONE’ After ‘Rough Day,’ DROWNED 7-YEAR-OLD ‘like a Large Mouth Bass’: Police
A 33-year-old mother from Tennessee is suspected of killing her 7-year-old daughter by drowning her in a creek because she had a “rough day” and “wanted time alone.” Authorities revealed that Brandi Nicole Elliot was arrested over the weekend and charged with first-degree murder in the death of baby Piper Elliot.
First Costs: Cookeville Fire Stations High
Soil samples returned positive, Cookeville officials prepared to purchase land along North Washington Avenue for the construction of a new Fire Station 2. City Manager James Mills said the bigger concern now, the first cost estimates to build both stations two and three. The city had hoped that building the two at the same time might result in savings.
Memphis Music Feature: Jus Bentley
How long have you been performing and how did you get started?. I have been performing since about 8 or 9. I got my start doing plays and talent shows at church and then that progressed into writing and recording my own music. By age 12, I had released my first song and after that I really gained a love and passion for music.
Woody & Jim To Return To Nashville Mornings
Woody Wood and Jim Chandler are teasing their return to Nashville morning radio starting Monday, July 22. On a “Woody & Jim Tell All” YouTube stream on on Sunday evening, the duo announced their upcoming return, but not disclosing the station until a press release comes out this week. Also in the live stream, they discussed their exit from iHeartMedia CHR “107.5 The River” WRVW Lebanon/Nashville in May 2023 commenting that they hold no ill-will towards the station or local management as their cuts were determined at the corporate level and local management was “as blindsided as we were”.
Historic Stereo Alley makes a return Downtown; MEM lands new flight | Mane Street Memphis
Correction: This story has been updated to reflect Constellation Properties redeveloped The Commonwealth building The developers behind the Sterick Building are bringing back another little piece of history alongside the 29-story "Queen of the South." On Thursday, July 11, the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board (LUCB) approved a street name...
Expense reports show MPD reimbursed former Asst. Chief Shawn Jones for 10 trips strictly for work
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - One week after the assistant chief of the Memphis Police Department was let go, expense reports show MPD paid for some of Shawn Jones’ trips to Atlanta, where his wife lives in their primary residence. But, records indicate the trips were strictly for work purposes.
Local grocery store forced to close due to frequent thefts
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rampant crime has led another business to close its doors, this time it’s a neighborhood grocery store. The manager at the Save-A-Lot at Knight Arnold and Perkins said that the large number of thefts has forced them to close. “I was surprised,” shopper Temeka Jones said. “I’m like, what kind of theft?” […]
East Memphis residents take a stand against proposed gas station they believe will produce crime in a quiet neighborhood
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Residents in an East Memphis community are outraged over a proposal to replace a dry cleaning establishment with a gas station in the Sea Isle Park neighborhood. Some residents have shared their frustration on social media. Recently, neighbors who live at Sea Isle Park near Quince...
Penny Hardaway’s “1 CENT” candle collection included in Nike Olympic gift box
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -1122 Candles, an Atlanta-based soy wax candle company, shared on social media that Penny Hardaway’s new “1 CENT” candle collection is included in the Nike Olympic gift box to give to Olympians. One of the candles highlighted in the social media post is a...
‘She was vibrant, hardworking’: Parents of woman killed at Church’s Chicken speak out
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Tuesday, the woman who was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 48-year-old Anitra West outside an Orange Mound Church’s Chicken appeared in court. A Shelby County judge reset the date to Wednesday because 45-year-old Monica Williams’ attorney was absent.
Memphis mom files wrongful death suit against popular baby formula brand after son’s death
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis mother filed a wrongful death lawsuit accusing the No. 1 infant formula brand of killing her baby. The 39-page lawsuit claims the makers of Enfamil failed to disclose specific ingredients that resulted in one baby’s deadly intestinal disease. The mother, Nakia Harris, claims...
Dream fulfilled: Museum opens in Halls
The Halls Crossroads Historical Museum is open for public viewing at 7119 Afton Drive in the Birch Tree Plaza. Hours are 10-4 on Wednesdays and 2-5 on Sundays. “We’re doing a series of soft openings,” said museum vice president Doris Smith. “The space is not large enough to accommodate one huge grand opening.” Then she mentioned something about a tent and fall (stay tuned).
Humboldt Police Department confirms death of 8-year-old girl
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — Humboldt police have issued a press release confirming the death of a child in West Tennessee. According to authorities, officers were dispatched to West Mitchell Street in reference to an unresponsive female on Monday. EMS later arrived and determined the child was deceased. Authorities say the...
MPD makes 19 arrests, issues 20 citations Downtown over the weekend during ‘Operation Saturday Night Live’
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - On Tuesday, the Memphis Police Department announced charges for 19 people arrested during “Operation Saturday Night Live” over the weekend. Police also issued citations to 20 others. The suspects range from 15 to 45 years of age. MPD says the operation began in response...
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