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Statewide competition to find best canning in Tennessee
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Canning is a tradition in many small East Tennessee communities, and now the best are showing off their talents in a competition. The Tennessee State Fair’s Canning Competition will offer canners across the state the chance to compete. Elizabeth Renfro with the Washington County UT Extension Office joined News Channel […]
USA Today names Johnson City, Kingsport as best places to live in Tennessee
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A study conducted by USA Today ranked Kingsport and Johnson City as the best cities to live in across the Volunteer State. The study ranked 20 Tennessee cities across 16 metrics that focused on activities, walkability, quality of schools, life expectancy, health care, safety, housing affordability and unemployment rates. USA […]
Back To School health event preps students for a healthy, safe school year
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -The Shelby County Health Department and ShotRx wanted to help kids make sure they were healthy and safe before walking into the first day of school. The Back To School Event featured health screenings and additional resources to keep kids healthy throughout the school year. In addition,...
TWRA: Boating fatality on Mississippi River
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 47-year-old Millington man lost his life when a 15-foot jon boat capsized on Friday, July 26, 2024, on the Mississippi River in Shelby County. Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers responded to a capsized boat in the Mississippi River’s Mud Island Wolf River Harbor area at approximately 9 a.m. on July 26. The Memphis Police Department, Braden Fire Department, Shelby County Emergency Management, Harbor Patrol, Shelby County Sheriff’s Department Search & Rescue, and TWRA searched for the missing boater.
Columbus Clippers pound out 10-8 win over Memphis Redbirds
Saturday's game: Columbus 10, Memphis 8 Replay: Kyle Manzardo hit a three-run home run and Bryan Lavastida hit a solo homer for the Clippers. Estevan Florial was 3 for 4 with two RBIs. Columbus starter Triston McKenzie allowed four runs on five hits in 3⅔ innings. He walked five and struck out two. Lavastida...
Morant Takes His Place In Murray State Hall Of Fame
Photo: Ja Morant, middle, flanked by other former Racers basketball stars Isiaiah Canaan and Cameron Payne. (MSU Athletics photo). Murray, Ky.–It was a big night for Ja Morant, a big night for Murray State Basketball and a big night for Murray itself Saturday as Morant took his spot in the Murray State Athletics Hall of Fame. It was the biggest Hoopalooza event ever, with 700 people in attendance and $85,000 raised. Last year’s Hoopalooza drew some 200 people.
Mississippi seeks to dismiss insurance reimbursement lawsuit
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A state agency is requesting a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit intended to block enforcement of a new Mississippi law. The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) filed a motion to dismiss the Mississippi Association of Health Plans’s (MAHP) lawsuit. In it, the nonprofit representing health insurance companies asserts that recent legislation regulating […]
Mississippi company ‘shocked’ by Olympics display mocking Last Supper, vows to pull advertising
A Mississippi technology and communications company’s leadership said Saturday they were “shocked” by a mockery of Jesus Christ Friday night in the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. As a result, CSpire said it would pull its advertising from the Olympics. “We were shocked by the mockery...
Indianola enforces curfew after mass shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Board of Alderman for the City of Indianola has approved a midnight curfew for Indianola residents. The Mayor and Board of Alderman announced the decision Friday after a shooting at a nightclub killed three people and injured over a dozen more last weekend. The emergency proclamation said that the decision was […]
City Council Considers Funding to Address Memphis Police Vehicle Shortage (Video)
The Memphis Police Department is currently experiencing a significant vehicle shortage, impacting their ability to respond to emergencies efficiently. Several police SUVs have been involved in crashes recently, including one on Thursday. Out of 37 assigned vehicles, only 13 are currently operational. Officers are hesitant to send vehicles for routine maintenance due to fear of not getting a replacement, further exacerbating the issue.
Madison Co. resident celebrates 104th birthday
JACKSON, Tenn.—One Madison county resident is celebrating 104 laps around the sun. Lessie Beatrice Cole celebrated her 104th birthday today in north Jackson. The birthday was held at the New Saint Luke Missionary Baptist Church activity center. Cole celebrated by being surrounded by her many friends and family members,...
One more day of showers and below average conditions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Yet again today expect scattered showers and storms through the afternoon turning more isolated into the evening. Highs will be a tad warmer than yesterday, into the middle to upper 80s. Enjoy the last day of temperatures in the 80s because the heat cranks back up for our work week ahead.
One local event prepares students for the start of school
JACKSON, Tenn.—One event helps prepare students for the upcoming school year, and also provides some summer fun. The Theta Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and Jackson Madison County School System partner together to provide the Community Cookout and Back to School Supply Giveaway. The event was...
Pets Rock! Fest returns to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.—The Jackson Fairgrounds has gone to the dogs once again. Jackson Animal Care Center hosts its 3rd annual Pets Rock! Fest today from 10 this morning until 4 this afternoon. The special event includes fun for pets and pet owners too. The festival includes giveaways, food trucks on...
Residents take part in the 7th annual Clean-up Day
JACKSON, Tenn.—One event invites Jackson residents to bring out the old and make room for the new. Today, the City of Jackson’s Health and Sanitation Department hosts its annual Clean-up Day. The event began at 8 this morning at the Public Works Yard located at 164 Conalco Drive.
MPD: Man breaks into Captain D’s, steals over $5k
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are looking for a man they say broke in and stole nearly $6,000 from a Captain D’s on Friday. At 7:28 a.m., officers responded to a business burglary at Captain D’s at 4735 Getwell Road. At approximately 1:30 a.m., a male suspect entered the business through the drive-through service window […]
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