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Three years after Waverly, the state hasn’t funded critical flood preparedness systems
Three years ago, Tennessee set a new record for the heaviest rainfall in a single day — a downpour that also broke the record for a daily rainfall in a non-coastal U.S. state. More than 20 inches of rain fell in McEwen, before washing down through Waverly and killing...
DOJ sues software firm, alleging pricing algorithm enables landlords to raise rents
The Department of Justice (DOJ) sued the property management software company RealPage on Friday, alleging its pricing algorithm enables landlords to share sensitive pricing information and raise rental prices. The lawsuit, which was joined by the attorneys general of North Carolina, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Minnesota, Oregon, Tennessee and Washington, accuses RealPage of violating antitrust law…
Near-record highs next week as we remain dry
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - We remain mild for one last day, Saturday. Then it’s a scorcher of a doubled-up heatwave into next week. Upper 90s to even 100 degrees are possible in the south end of the valley. Rain? What’s that!? There is incredibly low chance of a rain...
Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial
A former Tennessee police officer charged in last year’s fatal beating of Memphis motorist Tyre Nichols intends to change his not guilty plea in federal court on Friday, according to court filings. Emmitt Martin is one of five former officers charged in Nichols’ death after he was pulled from...
Gibbs graduate to compete in Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy
CORRYTON, Tenn. (WVLT) - Out of 101 athletes in the United States competing in the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games, only three are from East Tennessee. Among those three Tennesseans competing in Italy, Johnny Kelly is the only one from East Tennessee who will be representing his country. “It’s...
1 dead after multi-vehicle crash; eastbound and westbound lanes closed
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One person is dead after a multi-car crash in Southeast Memphis Saturday morning, Memphis Police say. At 8:36 a.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle crash at E. Shelby Drive and Damascus Road. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. All eastbound and westbound lanes are closed.
WINNERS OF THREE STRAIGHT CONFERENCE TITLES, UT MARTIN FOOTBALL ENTERS 2024 HUNGRY FOR MORE
MARTIN, Tenn. – While the University of Tennessee at Martin football program is in the midst of unprecedented success on the gridiron with three consecutive league championships, head coach Jason Simpson and his squad is hungry for even more as they open the 2024 campaign. "These guys want more",...
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Baby Giraffe Fitz Shares Adorable “Day in the Life” Vlog at Memphis Zoo!
MEMPHIS, TN – The Memphis Zoo’s youngest star, Fitz the giraffe calf, has taken the internet by storm with his very own “vlog” about a day in his life – and we have the exclusive (and adorable) video you need to watch!. Fitz, who’s quickly...
Heating up for the weekend & into next week
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - After a week of below average highs, and ‘fall-like’ starts, temperatures will begin to warm back up this weekend. For today highs will reach into the low to middle 90s with mostly sunny skies at play. Expect a gradual increase in temperatures as we head into the last week of August.
Friday sports: Trojans comeback falls short against Jackson Christian
Photo: Northpoint quarterback Harrison Nowell finds an opening for a gain during the fourth quarter of Friday’s contest against Jackson Christian. (Bob Bakken/desotocountynews.com) Aug 23, 2024 – While Mississippi high school football teams were showing off a bit and getting ready for their regular season next week, Tennessee high...
Balanced Offense Carries Bulldogs in Win over Lane College
THE HILL | In front of an astonishing home crowd, the Alabama A&M University volleyball team would emerge victorious in its first exhibition of the season against Lane College, 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 15-13). The Bulldog offense was paced by SWAC Preseason All-Conference Second Team honoree Saldy Amparo-Smith , who charted 22 points, including 19 kills and 10 digs. Huntsville native Bailey Duckett would account for 13 points of her own, picking up a team-high 14 balls from the floor, and killing the ball 12 times. Junior Grace Tapscott would also provide some offensive balance, logging 19 assists alone, equaling to…
Strictly Business – BUCHANAN REALTY GROUP highlights this week’s activity
Buchanan Realty Group CLICK HERE located in Hamilton Hills Shopping Center, 621 Old Hickory Blvd., sponsors Strictly Business, a weekly column that takes a look at a few of this week’s business highlights. The Buchanan Realty Group – (731) 300-3071 – provides commercial real estate services throughout Tennessee. The...
Hub City Brewing announces IPA named after Hatchie River Conservancy
JACKSON, Tenn. — One local brewery introduces a new beer to its tap. Hub City Brewing announced the Hatchie Hazy IPA. The Hatchie River Conservancy is a non-profit that was introduced earlier this year. Their goal is to conserve the beauty and ecological integrity of the Hatchie River. Supporters...
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