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Tennessee is facing a blood shortage, as hurricanes and wildfires trigger nationwide drop in donations
Tennessee blood suppliers are nearly out of the type hospitals need for emergency room patients. “Right now, the supply of type O blood products is so low that hospital distributions have been reduced below what hospitals need,” said Jerrica Williams, the regional communications director for Red Cross of Tennessee. “Type O is the universal blood type, so it is critical that hospitals have both type O-positive and O-negative ready and available for emergency situations.”
Virgina Grimes Recognized for Service to UT Martin and WestStar
Virginia Grimes was recognized for her 34 years of service to UT Martin and the WestStar Leadership Program. The Virginia Grimes WestStar Leadership Endowment to support the WestStar program was announced by UT Martin Chancellor Yancy Freeman. Jake Bynum, university chief of staff announced the Virginia Grimes WestTeach Leadership Award...
Ruth Q’s is Now Open for Business
Ruth Q’s is a new barbeque joint that opened in mid-July on Main Street in Martin and is owned by Joe Mara, with Rhonda Koon helping him along the way. Ruth’s Q is named after Joe’s mother, Ruth, who fought a battle with cancer. The business originally...
Martin Public Library Boasts 45,000 Visitors
The Martin Public Library had over 45,000 visitors in the last year. The Martin Board received an update on library statistics at their meeting yesterday. Library Director Katie Parr gave the board more details. Ms. Parr went on to say that over 46,000 books had been physically checked out from...
Not-So-Newlywed Game A Huge Success At Henry County Fair
Paris, Tenn.–The inaugural Not-So-Newlywed Game was a great success Tuesday night at the Henry County Fair. So much so, that there already is talk of it becoming an annual event. The Commercial Building was packed and the audience laughed and applauded all the way through it. Emcee Mike Wilson (who doubles as the Henry County Court Clerk) kept everything moving smoothly and with humor and Vanna White (also known as Donna Craig) quit working for The Wheel of Fortune for one night so she could join the festivities. The winning couple was Susanne and Andy Collins, followed closely by Marylin and Steve Gallimore. Other couples on the panel were Roxanne and Barry Flood, Chuck and Pam Lyons and Randi and Jimbo French. Shannon McFarlin photo.
Sheriff’s deputies investigating more than $18,000 worth of stolen copper wire
MAYFIELD, Ky. (KBSI) – Graves County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating the theft of thousands of dollars worth of copper wire. Graves County Sheriff Jon Hayden says someone driving an older model Ford Escape pulling a single axle utility trailer stole 11,000 feet of copper wire from a construction site in Mayfield just off of US Hwy 45 North of Mayfield during early morning hours of Monday, August 12.
Farmers Almanac Suddenly Shares Red Flags About Missouri’s Winter
I am not a fan of winter and find it hard to even look at my snow shovel. I might need to change my attitude if Farmer's Almanac is right about Missouri's upcoming winter season. They say there are red flags of trouble everywhere. Farmer's Almanac just issued their outlook...
Showing How It’s Done In “Fair-A-Dise”
Paris, Tenn.–Macy James and Ginger were winners of the best use of the “Fair-A-Dise” theme at the 2024 Pet Show at the Henry County Fair Tuesday night. The Pet Show gets bigger and better every year and is sponsored by Mineral Wells Animal Clinic and organized by Michelle Hopkins. Mike Wilson performed double-duty last night, serving as emcee for both the Pet Show and the Not-So-Newlywed Game. Judges were Tracy Loines, Emily Watkins and Amy Arnold. (Shannon McFarlin photo).
Mississippi River to lower as harvests kick off
If forecasts hold, the Mississippi River level at Memphis will again fall below zero as harvest season takes hold, raising the specter of the last two seasons' higher freight rates, piled up grain and weaker basis. Basis is the difference between the cash price and the futures price for a...
D.A. demands action after latest James’ Lounge shooting; club could face closure
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The District Attorney’s Office is putting a Highland Heights nightclub on notice after a shooting that killed two and injured one Tuesday night. James’ Lounge at 3172 Summer is no stranger to violence. The club has been the scene of at least three shootings in the past five years, and was previously […]
Ky. man using same lottery numbers for over 10 years finally hits big
DAVIESS CO., Ky. (WFIE) - A Daviess County man finally hit big with lottery numbers he’s been using for quite some time. The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, won the $225,000 top prize playing the Kentucky Lottery’s Cash Ball 225 game. According to lottery officials, the man...
Marion woman charged with theft, forgery, wire fraud
MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – A Marion woman faces theft, forgery and wire fraud charges. AnnaMarie E. Cook of Marion faces charges of theft (over $100,000) (Class X Felony), forgery (Class 3 Felony) and wire fraud (Class 3 Felony). Williamson County Sheriff’s deputies executed a search warrant at a home...
Wanted Georgia man arrested in Sesser after traffic stop
SESSER, Ill. (KBSI) – A man wanted for armed robbery in Georgia was arrested after a traffic stop in Sesser, Illinois. Marcus Ware was arrested following a traffic stop in Sesser, Illinois. Ware was wanted for armed robbery in Fulton County, Georgia. Ware was arrested during a traffic stop...
Obion County Fair kicks off this weekend with rodeo
This year's Obion County Fair begins this weekend in Union City through August 24. This Friday and Saturday night features Bullwhip Rodeo, with lots of junior events along with pro bull riding, barrel racing, trick riding and roping events. Saturday afternoon is the Fairest of the Fair beauty pageants, starting...
Tax Credits Issued To Tennessee Firm Aim To Boost Solar Sector
Solar energy systems aren’t possible without the right raw materials, and one of those materials is polysilicon. According to a research note from BNP Paribas, polysilicon is a pure form of silicon that is melted at high temperatures to form ingots. The ingots are then sliced into wafers and processed into solar cells and modules.
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