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Memphis Shelby County Schools invests over $3M for salary increases to non-faculty positions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) has invested $3.4 million toward "attracting and retaining top talent" in non-faculty positions. In a statement released Tuesday, MSCS said the multimillion dollar investment "underscores MSCS's commitment to excellence..." by giving "substantial salary increases" across operational and administrative positions. Highlights of the...
Whitehaven residents say overgrown trees threaten Memphis phone lines
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A section of a Whitehaven road is so overgrown with trees, it is difficult to see what look like powerlines running alongside it. Whitehaven resident Carolyn Crump says it’s been years since the trees have been trimmed in the area between 21 East Falls Road and 23 West Falls Road. She brought this to ABC24’s attention during a Let’s Talk townhall meeting in June.
New legislation would have Nashville homeowners clean algae off their homes or face a fine
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — One Metro council member is on a mission to clean up Music City—quite literally. Councilmember Joy Styles (District 32) wants homeowners to clean the green algae off their homes or face a fine, and the rule could become official this summer. “When codes goes...
2nd complaint outlines 'conflict of interest' in Rutherford Co. Property Assessor Office
Rutherford County Property Assessor Rob Mitchell faces a second employee complaint accusing him of ignoring conflict of interest issues involving real estate. A residential appraiser for the elected property assessor, John Key submitted the second complaint about the assessor's office June 26, requesting Rutherford County Attorney Nick Christiansen investigate Mitchell and his...
Memphis-Shelby County school board candidates discuss Superintendent Marie Feagins’ strategic plan
Early voting has kicked off in Memphis, and five of the nine seats on Memphis-Shelby County Schools board are on the ballot in the Aug. 1 election. Twenty candidates are vying for board seats in Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7.Marie Feagins, the new Memphis superintendent, officially started leading Tennessee’s largest school district in April. Because one of the board’s main responsibilities is to hire, manage, and evaluate the district’s top leader, Feagins’ actions are especially relevant this election cycle.As the school board awaits Feagins’ first strategic plan for the district, candidates to serve on the board have different...
New parents spark debate after declaring they are going to be a ‘coloring book family’ at restaurants
Podcast host Dave Neal recently began an Instagram video by stating that he didn't want to "ruffle feathers with the moms or dads of Instagram.” Then he did just that. In the now-viral reel, Neal and his wife, Tasha Courtney, are at a restaurant with their 8-week-old son, August, who is nursing quietly under a cover.
Women's Golf Ranks #5 in the Nation in Team GPA
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. – The Belmont women's golf team is ranked among the top-five in the nation when it comes to team grade point average (GPA) as the Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) announced its All-Scholar Team GPA Awards on Tuesday. The Bruins ranked #5 among all Division I...
Chris Johnson gives blunt take on Derrick Henry leaving Tennessee for Baltimore
Derrick Henry is the third-leading rusher in Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans history, behind only Eddie George and Earl Campbell. Chris Johnson, who ranks right behind Henry on that list, spoke out about The King leaving Nashville for Baltimore. Appearing on The Music City Audible podcast, Johnson compared Henry’s departure this summer...
NFC Team Shakes Up The Playoff Race By Landing Titans Superstar WR DeAndre Hopkins In Blockbuster Trade Proposal
If the Tennessee Titans play their cards right, they’ll avoid making the same mistake the Arizona Cardinals did with star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins a year ago. The Cardinals held onto DeAndre Hopkins for far too long and failed to trade him while his value was at its highest. After failing to receive a trade offer for their liking, Arizona released him in the 2023 offseason and took on $22.6 million in dead money, as noted by ESPN‘s Josh Weinfuss.
Soybean Festival Concert Lineup Announced
Organizers of the Tennessee Soybean Festival have announced the 2024 concert lineup. Headliner is Shaggy, with performances by Sammy Kershaw and the Eaglemaniacs tribute band. This year concerts are open for all festival attendees and can be viewed from anywhere in downtown Martin. For those seeking a more premium experience,...
These are the candidates for Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk
The election for General Sessions Court Clerk will be the only county-wide ballot measure for 2024. Incumbent Joe Brown lost the Democratic primary to Tami Sawyer earlier this year. Lisa Arnold was the sole Republican to meet the qualifying requirements and is the Republican nominee on the Aug. 1 ballot.
Multiple agencies on manhunt for vehicular homicide suspect in East Ridge Wednesday
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — UPDATE:. THP has identified the vehicular homicide suspect they are searching for as Ulises Raigoza Martinez. Ulises is currently on foot and may be armed, according to THP. They say law enforcement agencies are searching for him in the East Ridge/Brainerd area near Camp Jordan...
‘Kelly Little Green Men is a part of Hopkinsville history’: New alien event set for August
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The supernatural phenomenon that brought national attention to Christian County is being celebrated once again with Alien Invasion Day on Aug. 21. For years, alien enthusiasts would gather annually in the town of Kelly to share stories about the 1955 Kelly Little Green Men encounter, and this new event is hoping to revive the local curiosity.
HWEA earns another certificate for drinking water excellence
Hopkinsville Water Environment Authority continues the tradition of excellence, that their Moss Water Treatment Plant was once again awarded an Area-Wide Optimization Program certificate. According to HWEA, the certificate is a multi-state initiative which encourages drinking water systems to voluntarily achieve optimization goals above and beyond EPA regulatory requirements—and HWEA...
Bartlett company's eclipse glasses in running for 'Coolest Thing Made in TN': How to vote
A Bartlett-based company's eclipse glasses are in the running to be named the "Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee." American Paper Optics' glasses — worn by millions during April's eclipse — have advanced to the final four of the inaugural statewide "Coolest Thing" contest. The Tennessee Chamber and Tennessee Manufacturers Association, in partnership with the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services, Chattanooga Regional Manufacturers Association and Smart Factory Institute Tennessee, launched the lighthearted competition, according to a news release.
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