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Two people rescued from structure fire in Sikeston
SIKESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - Two people are in stable condition after being rescued from an early morning structure fire in Sikeston. According to a release from the Sikeston Department of Public Safety, officers responded to the 300 block of Kramer Street for a reported structure fire during the early morning hours of Wednesday, August 21.
Former TBI Director Mark Gwyn Dies At 61
Former Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Director Mark Gwyn has died at the age of 61 at his Nashville-area home, from what appears to be natural causes. Director Gwyn, a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, began his career in law enforcement as a police officer in his hometown of McMinnville in 1985. Three years later, he joined the TBI as a special agent in its Criminal Investigation Division. Eight years later, he promoted to the role of Executive Officer and later served as Assistant Director of the Forensic Services Division. In June of 2004, Governor Phil Bredesen appointed Mark Gwyn to serve as TBI Director, making him the first African-American to hold the post, a position he held until his retirement in 2018.
Digital Desk: Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - WeCareTN, a local Tennessee organization, in collaboration with ViiV Healthcare, is drawing critical attention to the particular and urgent challenges faced by Southern communities—particularly among Black Women and LGBTQ+ populations. Jasmine Tasaki with WeCareTN talked about the disparities on the Digital Desk.
TN officials concerned about responses to Boone Lake water testing
The Boone Lake Association recently-discovered high E. Coli levels in Boone Lake and responses from government agencies have been cause for concern among some state lawmakers. Earlier this month, the BLA found E. Coli above the recommended level for recreation at two testing sites, Point 17 and the popular swimming spot, Boone Dam Beach. The BLA has no regulatory authority but had turned over those test results to state agencies. WJHL sent inquires to those agencies about the findings, and reported receiving conflicting emails from the Tennessee Valley Authority, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency about who’s responsible for the monitoring and enforcement of water quality issues, each naming another agency that should be contacted. The responses troubled State Senator Jon Lundberg, who in turn made inquiries to those agencies which has now prompted a meeting being scheduled between TDEC and TVA. Boone Lake Association President Frank Hahne said he has not yet received an invitation to the TDEC meeting. A TDEC spokesperson says they are now monitoring pathogen levels in Boone lake.
Hundreds of Venezuelans protest for freedom and fair election results in their homeland
Saludos, amigos: Shortly after I arrived in Tennessee 10 years ago, I was pleasantly surprised to find arepas at the Nashville Farmers Market food truck called Caracasville. Arepas, for the uninitiated, are corn cakes − fried or baked − often made into sandwiches stuffed with meats, cheeses and other goodies. It's a Venezuelan...
KSR’s 2024 Kentucky High School Football Preview: Class 4A
It’s once again football time in the Bluegrass. With less than one week remaining until the kickoff of the 2024 Kentucky High School football season, KSR will preview all six classes. We’ve already covered Class 1A, Class 2A, and Class 3A. Up next is Class 4A, home to KSR’s preseason number one team in the state, the reigning back-to-back-to-back-to-back state champion […] The post KSR’s 2024 Kentucky High School Football Preview: Class 4A appeared first on On3.
Over a dozen residents displaced after fire at Midtown apartments
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - More than a dozen people are calling a new place home Wednesday night after a fire destroyed apartments in Midtown earlier in the day. Investigators said a space heater too close to combustible items caused the fire, leaving many wondering how that could be the cause in the middle of the summer.
2 shot outside South Memphis event center
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two men are injured after an overnight shooting outside a South Memphis event venue, according to Memphis Police. Officers responded to the shooting just before 1 a.m. Wednesday in the area of 560 South Parkway Street [The Spot], and 547 South Parkway Street [House of Soulz]. Upon arrival, officers found a man […]
Memphis-based brewing company to host hiring fair with pay up to $40 an hour
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Need a job?. City Brewing Company is hiring with pay up to $40 an hour. The hiring fair is from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 155 Angelus Street, the location of the American Job Center. The Memphis-based brewery is looking for brewing and packaging operators...
Tom Kim issues apology for damaging TPC Southwind green, says he ‘didn’t realize’ how big of a mark he left
Tom Kim had a no good, terrible, very bad Sunday at TPC Southwind. The (formerly?) affable tour pro tee’d off on the 16th hole sitting 46th in the FedEx Cup standings, safely within the top-50 and seemingly on the verge of qualifying for the BMW Championship. Then he imploded. Kim finished bogey-double-double, becoming the most gut-wrenching casualty of the FedEx Cup’s second cutdown.
New Mayfield, Graves County coaches ready to write new chapter in Battle of the Birds
MAYFIELD, Ky. -- When Mayfield and Graves County kickoff their season Friday night at Eagle Stadium, things will look a bit different. A coach named Morris will not be on the Mayfield sideline, Graves County will have a first-year head coach as well. But both are all-too-familiar with the big rivalry.
Pike couple arrested for getting married despite being cousins
ELKHORN CITY, Ky. — Marriage is typically a time for going on a honeymoon, but a Pike County couple went to jail instead, after police learned they allegedly lied on their marriage license about being related. Kentucky State Police received an anonymous tip that George Swiney, 52, and Amy...
Federal investigation names 37 suspects in drug pipeline from California to Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A federal drug trafficking investigation ended with nearly 40 suspects from Kentucky and California indicted, and more than a dozen are from Louisville. In a news release Wednesday, U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western Kentucky District said a federal grand jury indicted 37 defendants...
Murray State Athletics receives largest gift in school history from Dill Family
MURRAY, Ky. — With the public’s support of the current investments into much-needed facility enhancements and the overall student-athlete experience at an all-time high, Murray State Athletics has received the largest gift in school history from the Dill Family, it was announced August 20. The record-shattering investment made...
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