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Griffin honored by Tennessee sheriffs
EVENSVILLE — Nathaniel Griffin, 17, of Evensville was recently honored at the Tennessee Sheriffs' Association Banquet at the Sevierville, Tenn., Convention Center on Aug 1. as an integral part of the finishing project conducted by the Tennessee Committee for the Bill of Rights. In 2011, the Tennessee Sheriffs Association requested a display of what is called the "Keys to Americanism," the Ten Commandments, the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights. ...
Overton County Prays For Tennessee
Organizers of a statewide, month-long event that invites communities in every Tennessee county to pray for their communities and the state, made a stop in Overton County on Thursday. A large crowd from young to old gathered to worship and pray on the courthouse lawn in downtown Livingston. There were...
Oakland Father Struck By Stray Bullet While Taking A Nap At Home
Run Hua Kuang was taking a nap at home after finishing a shift as a delivery truck driver. Jasmine Kuang, his sister, detailed the following tragedy that occurred on the GoFundMe page she arranged for her brother. "On the afternoon of August 1st after coming home from his job as a delivery truck driver, Hua took a nap. While he slept, a bullet came flying through a wall, penetrated the headboard, and went straight through his head and out his left eye."
Why Germantown will continue to seek injunction after home used for party put up for sale
Germantown is continuing to seek legal action against a homeowner despite the home, which was the site of a controversial July 21 party, being put up for sale. The home at 3371 S. Forest Hill Irene Road is listed on Zillow with a sales price of $1.65 million. The home was listed for...
HVAC issues cause schools to dismiss early for a second day
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The heat is causing major disruptions for some Memphis Shelby County Schools. Tuesday is the second day some of MSCS’s schools are letting out early due to HVAC issues. On Monday, MSCS emailed parents at 12 schools that classes would be dismissed early due to HVAC issues. Early Tuesday morning, parents received […]
Meet the Memphis area top high school volleyball players to watch for the 2024 season
As the Tennessee and Mississippi high school volleyball season gets underway, here's a look at top TSSAA and MHSAA players to watch in the Memphis area during the 2024 season. Campbell Funk, Arlington, Sr.: Funk finished last season with 390 kills, including four triple-doubles (kills, assists and digs). ...
Gunmen in car fire 20 shots into Frayser homes, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Police are looking for a carful of gunmen after shots were fired into Frayser homes. The gunfire rang out just before midnight on Monday, August 5 on Argonne Street, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD). Video released by MPD shows a car driving down the street...
Tennessee appeals lawsuit challenging Metro Nashville Council size
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — The state has appealed a recent lawsuit that rules against cutting the size of Metro Council in half. According to a document shared by Metro CouncilwomanDelishia Danielle Porterfield, Governor Bill Lee, among others, filed an appeal against the court's decision to dismiss a law passed in 2023 that caps the number of Metro Council to 20 members.
FedEx St. Jude Championship announces new fan experience
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The FedEx St. Jude Championship introduces a new fan experience for the opening event at TPC Southwind. It is called The Bluff at 14 located on the 14th hole of TPC Southwind. According to the PGA Tour, it will be one of the best locations to...
E.W. James & Sons Names VP of Sales and Operations
Union City, Tenn.-based E.W. James & Sons Inc. has promoted Nick Flippin to the role of VP of sales and operations. Flippin began his career at E.W. James & Sons in 1999 at the age of 16, working as a carryout at the McKenzie, Tenn., store. From there, he has held various roles at the company, including assistant manager and store manager. Flippin received his degree in business management at the University of Tennessee at Martin.
Funeral arrangements announced for Southern University student killed in Mississippi
BAKER— The body of a Southern University student who was lured to Mississippi and killed will be laid to rest on Saturday. According to his family, funeral services for Steven Harris will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday morning at Bethany Church on Plank Road. Last month, Harris' body was...
Quantum science in Middle Tennessee
Quantum science is taking off here in Middle Tennessee!. Quantum computers can already complete calculations that would take current computers millions of years to solve, and experts say that researchers are on track to cross a game-changing threshold in this new technology by 2030. MTSU recently launched its Quantum Science Initiative and is working with regional partners, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, to educate and train students here in Middle Tennessee to step into research and technical jobs in this emerging field.
Statewide turnout in Tennessee's August primary falls below 14% for first time in decades
Statewide voter participation in Thursday’s primary elections was the lowest in decades, with fewer than 14% of Tennessee's registered voters voting early, absentee or on election day. While voter registration has increased steadily in recent years, fewer registered voters are actually participating in elections. Just over 637,500 voters cast ballots in the Aug. 1 elections, according to unofficial vote totals submitted to the Tennessee Secretary of State’s office. The number is expected to change slightly as results...
Successful Child Safety Seat Check Held at Whiteville Elementary School
The Whiteville Police Department, in collaboration with the Bolivar Police Department and Tennessee Highway Patrol, proudly announced the successful completion of the Child Safety Seat Check held at Whiteville Elementary School on Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The organizers reported the event was a resounding...
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