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Man killed in weekend shooting on Beale Street had been out on bond for only a few days after being arrested during MPD operation
MEMPHIS, Tenn — The man killed in a shooting along Beale Street over the weekend had been out of jail for only days after being arrested during the Memphis Police Department’s ‘Operation Saturday Night Live.’. MPD confirmed to ABC24 that 44-year-old Benjamin Murrell was the man shot...
New Dollar General Market now open in Mabelvale
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Mabelvale recently opened its doors to a new Dollar General (DG) Market at 14011 N Sardis Rd., bringing an expanded selection of fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables to the community. To commemorate the grand opening, the company plans to donate 100 new books to a...
Memphian sentenced for SNAP fraud, identity theft
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis man was sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison over SNAP fraud. Willie Williams, Jr., 56, used personal information of more than 100 people to fraudulently acquire SNAP benefits. He later pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft and food stamp fraud. He...
Stuttgart Chamber gears up for Wings Over the Prairie Festival
Despite the 97-degree heat in the middle of July, the Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce is already knee-deep in planning the upcoming Wings Over the Prairie Festival. The Festival Committee recently met to hear updates from each committee chair. Most sponsors are returning this year, along with several new ones. However,...
Elon Musk says training begins for xAI supercomputer project in Memphis
It looks like xAI has begun training, at least in some capacity. Around 5 a.m. Monday, xAI founder Elon Musk posted on the social media app X (formerly known as Twitter and also owned by Musk) regarding the xAI supercomputer in Memphis. In the post, Musk thanks xAI, X and Nvidia as...
Teen Tech Center makes trip to Tennessee
Local teen tech members from the Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Wallace Community College got an opportunity to participate in a regional teen summit located in Memphis, Tennessee. The teens met with other teen tech center members from Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Memphis to discuss youth activism and...
Grizzlies star Desmond Bane to host back-to-school event for MSCS students next month
As Memphis-Shelby County Schools helps students prepare for the upcoming academic year, it’s getting an assist from a star athlete. Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane will host a back-to-school giveaway event for MSCS families on Aug. 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Held at the Memphis Sports and Events Center, it’s a continuation of “Bane’s Backpacks,” which he has hosted the past three years.
Man, woman steal toilet from house in Hamilton area
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police responded to a burglary on July 9 in the Hamilton area. Officers made the scene around 5 a.m. on Pillow Street. Surveillance showed a man and woman stealing a toilet from a home. Officers say they uninstalled the toliet. No arrests have been made.
Memphis celebrates diversity at second annual Asian Night Market
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Vietnamese American Community’s second annual Asian Night Market at Tiger Lane sparked excitement for the Asian community in Memphis over the weekend. Quynh Tran, president of the group that sponsored the event, said that the goal is to introduce the rich cultural heritage of Asia to the Memphis community. “The primary […]
Tyson Foods financial recovery: Turning the tide in 2024
ARKANSAS, USA — The financial recovery of Tyson Foods seems well on its way. The food-producing company in Springdale had a well-documented and forgettable year in 2023, reporting an income loss of $648 million. Tyson Foods reported three negative quarters to end fiscal 2023, the company’s first quarterly losses since 2009.
Jones Family of Cos. adds 4th generation, expands team with 4 new execs
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – Nonwovens supplier the Jones Family of Cos. has added four new executives to its team, including a fourth-generation family member. William Jones has joined the family business as business development manager. Prior to joining the company, Jones was a management consultant in the operations and supply chain segment with RSM International.
Shooting in Frayser apartment complex leaves man dead
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is dead after an overnight shooting at a Frayser apartment complex, police say. Just before 11 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at the Greenbriar Apartments in the 3100 block of Madewell. Police say a man was found at the scene suffuring from a gunshot wound. He was then taken to […]
New ATU Scholarship Reflects Life of Namesake
When Kenny Newth’s family looked back on his life and wanted to memorialize it in a meaningful way, their minds went to a sport and a university that he loved. The Kenny Newth Endowed Baseball Scholarship will benefit an Arkansas Tech University baseball player each year. The scholarship was...
Suspects tries to take ATM in Oakhaven
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Two suspects attempted to steal an ATM in Oakhaven. Memphis Police responded to a vandalism on July 18 around 1 a.m. at Bank of America on Winchester Road. Officers said two men riding in a dark gray Ford F-150 pried open the ATM. The suspects then...
Long-time Texarkana, Ark. woman honored with street topper in neighborhood
TEXARKANA, Arkansas (KTBS) — A long-time resident of Texarkana, Ark., Thelma Evans, was honored earlier this month with a dedication of a street topper named after her in her neighborhood off Charles St. Mrs. Evans is 103 years old and has lived in the same residence for over 80...
Arkansas RHP Gage Wood dark horse to be weekend starter in 2025
Arkansas right-handed pitcher Gage Wood is looking to become a weekend starter going into the offseason. He made 22 appearances for the Razorbacks with three starts while posting a record of 3-2 with an ERA of 4.46 across 40.1 innings and 56 strikeouts as a sophomore. Wood’s second start of...
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