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A week of rest for MLK50
It was the late great Audre Lorde who said, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.”. That’s a guiding idea at MLK50: Justice Through Journalism. We know that to do the work we need to do, we have to take care of ourselves as we care for the community.
Warrants issued for more suspects in Frayser robbery-turned-chase that resulted in gunfire from police
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Police Department has identified two more suspects accused in an attempted Frayser gas station robbery that resulted in gunfire from both the suspects and police on August 12. Cobe McCarter, 20, and Roger Allen, 19, are wanted on several criminal charges. Jaylin Briggs, 22,...
Obion County Commissioners Join Effort to Relocate Mail Sorting Location
Obion County Commission members were informed about an area push to change the mail sorting location. During the monthly meeting, Mayor Steve Carr discussed the issue facing many county and city governments, along with businesses and residents.(AUDIO) Mayor Carr then explained a joint Resolution to bring mail processing back to...
A Step Ahead of West Tennessee prepares for 2024 Vintage Ball
A Step Ahead of West Tennessee is inviting area women to the 2024 Vintage Ball. Organizers say this year's event takes place September 12 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Southern Hotel in Jackson. Guest are asked to dress in vintage attire. There will be food, entertainment, and...
Bartlett Panthers look to build on solid first season under head coach Chris Smith
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — They say the sequel is never as good as the original. But the Bartlett Panthers know their second season with Chris Smith at the helm has the potential for a movie like finish. “We gonna work out a road to state," Senior running back Geron Johnson...
West Tennessee Healthcare hosts baby, kids fest in Jackson
West Tennessee Healthcare is hosting its Baby and Kids Fest. On Saturday, August 24, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Jackson Fairgrounds, parents and expectant parents can come out to a free educational event with activities for the whole family. Organizers have more details on this Facebook page.
Spirit Halloween opens in Jackson, filling abandoned retail space for fall
It’s the time of year again when abandoned retail spaces become haunted by Spirit Halloween stores. Spirit’s website boasts more than 1500 stores across all 50 states and Canada, but stores only appear, beginning in August. The chain has opened its doors in Jackson, which gives consumers two...
Woman charged with murder plot that backfired, sent boyfriend to hospital
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Cordova woman is behind bars after she allegedly ordered her boyfriend to kill her stepfather Thursday evening, a plan that reportedly backfired and left her boyfriend fighting for his life in the hospital. Mya Janzen, 23, is charged with facilitation of first-degree murder. The Memphis...
Suspect robs man, steals van in Medical District
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are looking for the suspect responsible for stealing a Ford Transit Van in the Medical District Friday afternoon. Reports say, around 1:17 p.m., an armed man robbed the owner of the vehicle on Peabody Avenue and South Pauline Street and then left with his van. The suspect was last seen […]
UT Martin Sets 10,000 Student Goal
UT Martin Chancellor Dr. Yancy Freeman announced that UTM has set a goal of reaching an enrollment of 10,000 students by 2030 at the annual university-wide meeting. Chancellor Freeman said the university’s goal includes face-to-face, online, and hybrid students. It would only take a 5.3 percent increase each year until 2030 to meet the goal.
Man Critically Injured in Highway Shooting Linked to Memphis Hookah Bar Altercation
A violent altercation on a Memphis highway left one man critically wounded, a victim of a shooting that is said to have started outside a local hookah bar. Action News 5 reports that the Memphis Police Department responded to the scene near the intersection of I-240 and Sam Cooper Boulevard around 8:00 p.m., where they found the injured man.
Stolen Lexus Crashes During Police Chase in Memphis, Four Hospitalized
Four individuals were injured in Parkway Village when a stolen Lexus, in an attempt to elude police officers, crashed into a Lincoln Town Car at the intersection of Thousand Oaks and American Way yesterday afternoon, according to Memphis Police Department statements. WREG reports that while the Lincoln's driver was not seriously injured, two of the Lexus's occupants were listed in critical condition after being taken to the hospital, with a third suffering non-critical injuries.
Non-Con Preview: the Memphis Tigers
Missouri announced their entire schedule on Tuesday August 20th. And if you’ve read this blog in the past, you know SEC previews are coming, but first we wanted to spend a little time looking at the non conference slate. So here is the announced non conference schedule:. Nov 4...
Community Foundation To Support Black Nonprofits in Give 8/28 Campaign
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