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Bo Mills retired from Germantown's Public Works after 40 years, serving as Director since 2004 and influencing city operations including environmental services.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Memphis woman was sentenced to 14 months in prison for defrauding healthcare programs and COVID-19 relief efforts, and ordered to pay over $500,000 in restitution.
CrimeStoppers increases the reward to $25,000 for tips on a Memphis mass shooting during a gun violence prevention meeting, leaving one dead and five injured.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
North Rowlett Road in Collierville will close from Cooper to Center Street starting April 28, 2025, for a waterline project until August 22, 2025. Local access will remain with clear detour signs.
Community & Society in ...
Rhodes College students reach the finals in the national E-Fest® entrepreneurship competition with Helwa Fragrance.
A Memphis store clerk was killed by a suspected shoplifter during an argument, shaking the local community and prompting police to seek public assistance in catching the suspect.
Weather & Environment in ...
Flood warning issued for several rivers in the Mid-South by the National Weather Service; Memphis forecasts include overcast skies and a mix of sunny and rainy weather.
A man is critically injured after a shooting in Northaven on Sunday, with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office investigating the incident. No suspects have been named.
Five people were shot in the Medical District near LeBonheur hospital in Memphis, with two critical and three non-critical. Police are seeking a gray sedan.
Dental student Genie Ochi at UTHSC inspires peers through leadership, transforming the SNDA chapter and accumulating over 500 hours of community service.
Arts & Culture in ...
Germantown is seeking local artists to create a Traveling City Mural, with applications due by May 7. The winner will receive $12,000 to produce the artwork.
Jaja Mani was sentenced to life for the deaths of an East Memphis couple and is convicted of Attempted First Degree Murder, in a case of intimidation related to a previous shooting incident.
Chief Deputy Anthony Buckner received the Hero of Hope award from the Tennessee Bone Marrow Foundation for his impactful community service and leadership.
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