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Mississippi company ‘shocked’ by Olympics display mocking Last Supper, vows to pull advertising
A Mississippi technology and communications company’s leadership said Saturday they were “shocked” by a mockery of Jesus Christ Friday night in the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. As a result, CSpire said it would pull its advertising from the Olympics. “We were shocked by the mockery...
Indianola enforces curfew after mass shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Board of Alderman for the City of Indianola has approved a midnight curfew for Indianola residents. The Mayor and Board of Alderman announced the decision Friday after a shooting at a nightclub killed three people and injured over a dozen more last weekend. The emergency proclamation said that the decision was […]
Kentucky Man Faces Charges After Fire Destroys Tennessee Home
A Kentucky man faces arson charges after an investigation conducted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation in Springville. During an investigation, agents from the TBI and deputies from the Henry County Sheriff’s department collaborated and successfully apprehended and charged a man from Morgantown, Kentucky in connection with an arson case.
Tennessee man has been charged in Kansas for suspected $1 million investment fraud
(KANSAS CITY, Kan.) On Friday, July 26, 2024, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the United States Attorney’s Office in the District of Kansas announced that a Tennessee man has been indicted for an alleged $1 million investment fraud scheme. Alcides Roman, 65, from Lebanon, Tennessee, faces...
TSD e•Edition — In this issue: HERSTORY in the Making; IOTA Schools makes it debut
This e-Edition was originally planned to be a Back to School edition with an education focus, and indeed, we have assembled some good stories for you as you prepare for the start of another academic year. But then Joe Biden exited the race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to...
Younger criminals—New data shows increase in juvenile crime including auto theft
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Parents are reacting after hearing three 15-year-olds are in police custody Saturday night after a chase led to a shooting. “Hold your children accountable, so the jail system won’t have to,” said mother and grandmother, Patricia Gatlin, when asked about what needs to happen for juvenile crime to make a turn.
Germantown Board to Lay Out City's Future in Upcoming Vision Session
The City of Germantown is not playing around when it comes to their future. On Monday, a pivotal meeting dubbed as the "Vision Session" will have the Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BMA) diving into discussions that could chart the course for the city's progress. The official announcement of The City of Germantown states that these biannual sessions are a critical part of the strategic planning, set to foster the reinforcement and growth of the Germantown Forward 2035 plan.
Playhouse on the Square Will Present the Regional Premiere of WAITRESS
Playhouse on the Square will present the regional premiere of Waitress (book by Jessie Nelson, music & lyrics by Sara Bareilles), running August 16th, 2024 - September 15th, 2024 at Playhouse on the Square in Overton Square Performing Arts District (66 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104). Tickets are available...
Body of missing man recovered in Mississippi River
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police have located the body of the man who went missing in the Mississippi River. “We have taken that body to the medical examiner’s office, but we believe it will be our missing boater,” MPD Assistant Chief Don Crowe said. At 7 a.m., the Memphis Police Department resumed the search for […]
Memphis Braces for Rainy Weekend Followed by Sweltering Heatwave
Much to the anticipations of Memphis residents, the weather seems to be taking a turn over the next week, varying from scattered showers and thunderstorms to sunny skies as July comes to a close. According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, an 80 percent chance of precipitation is dampening Saturday's plans, with chances of showers and thunderstorms primarily before noon, then a smattering of the same afternoon. Residents should expect new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch.
Non-profit sets up mobile showering services for those in need weekly
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Hospitality Hub will host a hygiene services event with its newest community partner ShowerUp. The mobile hygiene services will be available at 590 Washington Avenue on Friday from 10 a.m. until noon. This event is open to any community member in the Memphis area who...
Elon Musk’s xAI launches Memphis supercomputer
Elon Musk announced the start of training for what he calls “the world’s most powerful AI training cluster” at a new supercomputer facility in Memphis, Tennessee. The billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of multiple tech companies shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the “Memphis Supercluster” began operations at around 4:20 am local time on Monday. Musk’s xAI team, working with X and Nvidia, launched the supercomputer cluster with 100,000 liquid-cooled GPUs.
Empowerment Community Church to host back-to-school giveaway
JACKSON, Tenn. — Empowerment Community Church invites you to their back-to-school giveaway. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. The location is 455 East Main Street. This giveaway includes bookbags stuffed with school supplies. There will also be brand name shoes for every participant.
MLGW outage: Over 3,000 customers without power after circuit issues
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -Over 3,000 MLGW customers are experiencing outages after circuit issues. According to MLGW, a circuit outage is affecting over 3,000 customers. The circuit has been for more than an hour. There is no word yet on what caused the circuit issue and when it will be fixed.
901 Now: Women take center stage at the Memphis Women’s Expo
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Hundreds of women are expected to gather for the inaugural Memphis Women’s Expo this weekend. This expo is three days of connecting, inspiring, and equipping women in the 901. The event will host panel discussions, interactive workshops, networking sessions, entertainment, and much more, all aimed...
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