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Think tank calls on West Tennessee policymakers to overhaul zoning before BlueOval population boom
As West Tennessee awaits a population boom expected to coincide with the opening of Ford’s new BlueOval City electric vehicle plant, a Tennessee think tank is urging local policymakers to take a hard look at their zoning laws. The Beacon Center, a nonprofit think tank that advocates for free markets and limited government, called on […]
Man hurt in shooting outside Railgarten
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was injured Friday night in a shooting outside a restaurant and concert venue in Midtown. Police responded to a shooting at Railgarten on Central Avenue at 8:28 p.m. Memphis Police say the victim went to the hospital in non-critical condition. According to police, no suspect information is available at this […]
Man allegedly steals $61K worth of TVs from train in Midtown
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man accused of stealing over $61,000 worth of TVs during a train heist in Midtown is now in jail, police say. Paul McQuarter, 30, is charged with burglary of a building, theft of property $60,000 – $250,000, and destroying/interfering with a utility line. He is being held in jail on a […]
WATCH THIS: Crews tear down press box at Liberty Bowl
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Tigers shared a video of crews working on the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium amidst renovations. Back in March, Memphis Athletics announced updated plans and timelines for the renovations at the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in a press release. This video shows crews tearing down...
Housing and Hope in Orange Mound: Upcoming construction of new homes bring more than just shelter
Carl Strong wasn’t exactly invited to the groundbreaking ceremony for four new homes on Semmes Avenue in Orange Mound. But he had a front row seat — it was happening right across the street as he sat on the porch. And admittedly, he wasn’t really thinking about becoming...
Man dead in shooting at Winchester Grove apartments
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is now dead after police say shots were fired overnight at a Whitehaven apartment complex. According to police, around 9:30 p.m., officers responded to the shooting in the 3400 Block of Deer Run Court at the Winchester Grove Apartments. MPD says a male victim was found suffering from a gunshot […]
Developers in Shelby County will be required to have more transparency if they want taxpayer funds
SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. — Community development in Shelby County could soon start looking a lot different, and residents will have more of a seat at the table. New regulations are going into effect that will require private companies to be more transparent with their development initiatives if they want taxpayer funds.
Preparing for extreme weather risk at Tennessee State Fair
LEBANON, Tenn. (WSMV) - More than 40,000 people are expected to deal with the heat, humidity and possible storms at the Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair on Friday night. Final touches were put on the midway in Lebanon through the afternoon before the gates opened for the second day of the fair at 5 p.m.
Ole Miss to close diversity division
The University of Mississippi plans to shutter its Division of Diversity and Community Engagement following a yearlong internal review, the chancellor announced in a campus-wide email Friday. In its place, the state’s flagship university will create a Division of Access, Opportunity and Community Engagement to redouble its efforts to help...
Thousands in East Tennessee without power amid storms
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Thousands of people are without power in East Tennessee as severe storms move through the area. Previous Coverage: Rain and storms will be with us Friday evening with some heavy downpours at times. WVLT News is tracking power outages across the region:. Knoxville Utilities Board: 3,015...
la Madeleine signs deals to open new cafes in three US states
La Madeleine, a French café and bakery brand, has announced agreements with three franchise groups for the development of new locations in Florida, Tennessee, and Texas, marking a significant expansion in the Southern US. The new restaurants are scheduled to open during the next three years. The first of...
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