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New cannabis restaurant making its way to Memphis, but is it legal?
MEMPHIS, Tenn — A new restaurant coming to the Binghamton neighborhood is offering up something that isn't on any other menu in Memphis: marijuana. Buds & Brews Cannabis Bar and Restaurant offers THC-infused condiments and drinks, but brings up a question on how it is legal. In 2022, Michael...
Princeton man charged with murder in crash that killed 15-month-old
The Princeton Police Department has arrested and charged the motorcyclist involved in a crash that killed a 15-month-old child on July 5. According to a news release, 47-year-old Joseph Traylor of Princeton has been arrested and charged with murder and reckless driving. Investigation into the single-vehicle motorcycle crash in the 300 block of Beverly Lane revealed that Traylor was operating a motorcycle with the child strapped to his chest.
Annual Tennessee 4-H Roundup held at UT Martin
The annual Tennessee 4-H Roundup and State 4-H All Star Conference is beginning its second century of service to statewide youth this week at the University of Tennessee at Martin. Tennessee 4-H Youth Development is hosting the 101st roundup July 15-19. Since 1924, Tennessee 4-H members have gathered annually on...
Here are the candidates running in Tennessee's 9th Congressional District primary races
Tennessee's 9th Congressional District is a strongly Democratic and heavily gerrymandered district encompassing the majority of Memphis and northern Shelby County. Three challengers are battling to unseat longtime incumbent Rep. Steve Cohen in the Democratic primary this year. M Latroy A-Williams. Williams, who last year unsuccessfully sought a seat on...
Local organizations awarded nearly $5.5 million in federal, city grants
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis organizations making an impact every day in our community just got a big boost to the tune of more than $5 million. The money is from federal and city grants spread across multiple groups here. About $5.3 million in federal funds was given to organizations...
Man shot and killed in downtown on Broadway
CAPE GIRARDEAU Mo. (KBSI) – On July 14 near 417 Broadway in downtown Cape a man by the name of Linard Thomas was shot and killed around 12:30 am. Signs of violence are still visible as several drops of blood scatter the side walk. The video on screen is the exclusive video from the crime scene early Sunday morning. Officers gathered to the scene and roped off the scene with yellow crime scene tape.
House explosion kills one and critically injures another, sources say
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. — Sad news out of Obion County after a house allegedly exploded Monday morning. Details are still limited at this time but after testimony from a neighbor, we have a clearer picture of what happened. Early Monday morning we were notified by a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness...
SYSTEM WIDE BOIL WATER NOTICE ISSUED IN FULTON
FROM MIKE GUNN, CITY MANAGER, CITY OF FULTON: As a precautionary measure, at 8:30 am today, Tuesday, July 16, 2024, a System Wide Boil Water Notice was issued for all Fulton City Municipal Water customers, including our water district customers, due to a chlorinator equipment failure at our water treatment plant. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. This System Wide Boil Water Notice will remain in effect until further notice. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.
Leadership Middle Tennessee Celebrates Class of 2024 Commencement
Leadership Middle Tennessee (LMT) celebrated the commencement of their Class of 2024 on Tuesday, June 18th at the Adventure Science Center. The celebration was the culmination of an 11-month program where class members attended a session each month in one of 10 Middle Tennessee counties to gain a greater understanding of critical issues in the region, learning through interactive presentations, facilitated dialogue, behind-the scenes visits, and experiential adventures.
When is Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee set to speak at the 2024 RNC Tuesday? Who else will speak?
Day 2 of the Republican National Convention is set to start Tuesday afternoon and there are a few people from Tennessee slated to speak. Monday got off to a big start with Republican delegates officially voting for former President Donald Trump to be the 2024 presidential candidate as well as the announcement that 39-year-old Ohio Senator JD Vance will be on the ticket as his running mate. A number of speakers took the stage declaring that America needs four more...
Northeast Tennessee faces drought, impacting local agriculture
As dry weather in the Southeast persists, drought conditions continue to worsen. In parts of Northeast Tennessee, this is the worst drought since 2016, and it's the driest summer since 1993. Agriculture and local farmers are directly affected when the weather is continually dry. The owner of Tony Slaughter Farms...
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