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Luther C. McClellan, Memphis State Eight member, dies at 83
Memphis, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-The University of Memphis is honoring the life and legacy of a trailblazer, Memphis State Eight member Luther C. McClellan, upon the news of his passing July 12. McClellan was 83. “The University of Memphis is deeply saddened by the passing of Luther C. McClellan,” said U...
MPD says it’s dealing with a vehicle shortage; city leaders discuss solutions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department is grappling with a vehicle shortage. City leaders discussed the ongoing concern at Memphis City Council on Tuesday with MPD’s top brass, including interim Police Chief CJ Davis. MPD has several hundred vehicles in its fleet, including take-home cars and those...
“There are serious allegations”: Council members get update on MAS problems
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Nearly a month after MAS Director Ty Coleman was placed on leave, Memphis City Council members received an update on conditions at Memphis Animal Services. During a council committee meeting Tuesday, the city’s Chief Operating Officer, Antonio Adams, presented a 30-day—to six-month performance improvement plan for the animal shelter. Adams said the […]
901 Now: Memphis woman uses art studio as a space for socialization
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis woman is using her art studio to foster socialization throughout the community. Located in downtown Memphis, there’s Creations Memphis Art Studio. “It’s a hidden jewel that’s what the community likes to say,” Robyn Cook said. Cook is the owner of...
Major changes coming to Liberty Park in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Developers are one step closer to revitalizing Liberty Park. The City of Memphis approved the long-term leases on three sites at Liberty Park. The approval will bring in housing, a hotel and more. Memphis Housing and Community Development Director Ashley Cash went before Memphis City Council...
MPD: Man, minor injured in Hollywood shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man and boy are in the hospital after a shooting Tuesday evening in the Hollywood neighborhood, according to the Memphis Police Department. Officers were called to the scene at North Hollywood Street and Heard Avenue at 5:35 p.m. When they arrived, MPD says they found...
Your First Alert to more rain as an unsettled pattern remains
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Clouds and showers remain in the First Alert Forecast as a stalled front remains in close proximity to the Action News 5 coverage area. Showers and a few downpours will impact the day tomorrow along with another day of below average temperatures. TONIGHT: Mostly Cloudy with...
MPD says crime is down. Here’s a closer look into the decrease
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police Department leaders say crime rates are trending down compared to 2023. They claim that major violent crime is down by just under 8%. During Tuesday’s Memphis City Council Public Safety Committee Meeting, MPD’s top leaders listed several categories of the violent crimes they say are happening less.
Man accused of robbing father and daughter outside Tokyo Grill, charged in two similar crimes
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man accused of robbing a father and daughter outside Tokyo Grill was arrested for a similar crime in Bartlett on the same day, police say. Enrii Howell, 30, was arrested Monday and charged with aggravated robbery and being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun. Police said Howell and another […]
Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
Stuttgart Planning Commission votes to annex 242 acres for new industrial and residential development
The Stuttgart Planning Commission voted to annex 242 acres of industrial and residential property into the city limits during its regular meeting Tuesday night. Bethany Hildebrand, executive director of the Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce, spoke on behalf of the Stuttgart Industrial Development Corporation (SIDC), an arm of the Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce. Hildebrand requested the commission approve the annexation of SIDC’s industrial park located along Highway 79 between 10th and 2nd Streets.
Rotary Club of Stuttgart makes donations to Stuttgart Band Association and Restoration of Hope
The Rotary Club of Stuttgart recently donated $500 each to the Stuttgart Band Association and Restoration of Hope. Rotarian Lee Ann Hoskyn accepted the Stuttgart Band Association’s donation from President Rachel Hillman. Christy Fortune received the donation to Restoration of Hope from Rotarian Stephanie Teer. The contributions were made...
Historic African American cemetery in Stuttgart needs help to maintain upkeep
STUTTGART, Ark. — An unfortunate guarantee in life is laying loved ones to rest, and amid that painful process, there’s an expectation that their final resting place will be cared for. That's the mission happening at the Love Rest Green Grove Cemetery in Stuttgart, a historic cemetery home...
Aug. 1 rice field day set at Stuttgart
STUTTGART, Arkansas — The Aug. 1 field day at the Rice Research and Extension Center in Stuttgart will feature presentations on breeding, germplasm, remote sensing and more. The field day is presented by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, the research arm of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, and the Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agriculture Research Service.
Fayetteville offers free mulch while supplies last
The city is offering free wood chip mulch on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Officials said the compost facility has an excess of wood chip mulch after processing yard waste that was recently collected from residents. The mulch can be picked up at the city’s compost site, located...
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