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‘Unprecedented’: Second massive Missouri cannabis recall leaves some companies scrambling
State regulators issued two cannabis recall notices last week involving 135,000 marijuana products — more than double Missouri’s first massive cannabis product recall exactly one year ago. “I’ve never seen recalls of this magnitude in any other state,” said Nick Rinella, CEO of Hippos Cannabis. “This is kind of unprecedented.” Since the announcement, Rinella and […]
Legislator shares concerns about Logan inmate transfers ahead of closure recommendation
(The Center Square) – An Illinois legislator says the Illinois Department of Corrections has begun to transfer inmates out of the Logan County Correctional facility, a move that aligns with the Pritzker administrations’ plans to close two Illinois prisons. Recently, a federal judge ordered that all Stateville inmates must be moved to other prisons by Sept. 30. Lawmakers called that “convenient,” considering the decision aligns with Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plans...
Salmonella prompts cucumber recall in Illinois, 30 other states
(WTVO) – Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella, according to a report by The Center Square. The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized. No one has died from illnesses linked to […]
MS Lady Devils blank Bradford
South Fulton Middle School Softball Team traveled to Bradford Monday evening and shut out the hosts, 11-0 The Lady Devils scored a run in the first inning, added on 3 more runs in the second, 1 in the third, 5 in the fourth and capped the game with a run in the fifth.
Threat investigation at Mayfield High School brings charges
A threat toward Mayfield High School students has been under investigation. Mayfield Independent Schools posted on social media Thursday night that a threat had been leveled at students attending Mayfield High School. The district was attempting to assure parents and students that the situation has been addressed and that safety remains the top priority. The administration did not want families to get the information from hearsay or other sources.
Walnut Grove Road litter causes call for action
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — If you’ve ever driven through the intersection of Germantown Parkway and Walnut Grove Road going westbound, you’ve likely seen the trash that seemingly grows bigger by the day. But, one Cordova woman said enough is enough. “I see the trash on Walnut Grove all...
Grizzlies analyst slams NBA after 2024-25 schedule release: 'I see disrespect'
2024-25 is being viewed as a season of redemption for the Memphis Grizzlies. After taking the league by storm from 2021-2023 by rattling off a combined 107 wins, claiming consecutive second-seed finishes in the Western Conference standings, and winning the franchise's lone two Southwest Division titles over this span, the team's upward trajectory came to a screeching halt last season due to key player absences and a record-setting number of injury-related issues.
MSCS superintendent files police report against nonprofit co-chair after alleged confrontation
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Memphis Shelby County Schools Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins filed a police report against the co-chair of a nonprofit organization that has had dealings with the school district in the past. According to the report, Dr. Feagins was leaving a meeting in East Memphis on August 8 with...
Thunderstorms expected to hit Memphis on Saturday; FedEx St. Jude Championship tee times moved up
MEMPHIS — The third round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship will not start on time Saturday at TPC Southwind. Thunderstorms are expected to strike the Memphis area early Saturday, PGA Tour officials announced Friday afternoon. In light of the inclement forecast, players will begin teeing off at approximately 9:45 a.m. Saturday. Rounds one and two featured the 70-player field teeing off in pairs every 10 minutes beginning at 7:20 a.m. on the first tee. On Saturday, players (in groups of three) will tee off simultaneously on Nos. 1 and 10 from 9:45-11:45 a.m. FedEx St. Jude: Photos The FedEx St. Jude Championship is no stranger to altering things based on the weather. Extreme heat and thunderstorms kept things from proceeding as planned, but it did not delay the conclusion of the tournament. Chris Kirk held a one-stroke lead after day one of the signature event after shooting a 6-under-par Thursday. On Friday, Denny McCarthy, Sam Burns, Viktor Hovland enjoyed plenty of success, as each one shot 7-under.
Developers in Shelby County will be required to have more transparency if they want taxpayer funds
SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. — Community development in Shelby County could soon start looking a lot different, and residents will have more of a seat at the table. New regulations are going into effect that will require private companies to be more transparent with their development initiatives if they want taxpayer funds.
Cordova could lose fire station on Trinity, some fear
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Parts of Cordova may soon be without a fire station after plans were announced to close one down, less than four years after the county invested millions to build a new station. Come this Fall, Shelby County Fire Station 65 off Trinity Road in south Cordova may be no more, according to […]
Volunteer cleans 600 headstones, unearthing Memphis history
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — With a spray and scrape, every stone’s story is revealed by Sheena Barnett at Elmwood Cemetery in South Memphis. Barnett has volunteered for four years and cleaned more than 600 headstones. She has also taken time to research every single person. “It made me really realize what treasures cemeteries are. They are […]
Viktor Hovland cards lowest round of 2024, makes much-needed move up FedEx St. Jude leaderboard
Jack Milko has been playing golf since he was five years old. He has yet to record a hole-in-one, but he did secure an M.A. in Sports Journalism from St. Bonaventure University. Viktor Hovland has looked like a shell of himself throughout 2024. He missed the cut in three of...
House where deadly stabbing took place goes up in flames, officials say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A house where a deadly stabbing took place went up in flames Friday morning, officials said. The Memphis Fire Department (MFD) said firefighters responded just after 5:30 a.m. to a fire on East Georgia Avenue near Hernando Street in Downtown Memphis and found heavy smoke coming from the house.
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