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Gov. Lee announces new foster care support funding
A new public-private partnership is working to make the transition easier for children who age out of the foster care system with the support of Tennessee Governor Bill Lee.
Dedication ceremony held for Russell B. Sugarmon Memorial Bridge
A dedication ceremony was held Thursday morning for the Russell B. Sugarmon Memorial Bridge.
Mid-South Toys for Tots now accepting applications
The 2019 Mid South Toys for Tots campaign is now accepting applications from Tuesday, Oct. 1 until Friday, Nov. 15.
Community attends funeral for Tennessee veteran without family
U.S. Army veteran Richard “Lance” Deal died last week, leaving behind no family to attend his funeral, but his community wouldn’t let his death go unnoticed.
14th Annual Block Party for Peace ready to kick off
It’s a health, education and career fair all rolled into one, with food and entertainment mixed into it all.
Union Row expected to be a game changer for Downtown Memphis
Union Row, Phase 1, is a mixed-use project with apartments, a hotel, retail, office space and a grocery store.
Gridiron Girl: Aniah Echols makes history on the football field
Aniah Echols is the first girl to ever play football for Oxford Middle School.
West Cancer Center first to debut new FDA-approved cancer treatment in country
West Cancer Center is the first in the country to use a newly FDA-approved electric therapy treatment for mesothelioma patients.
Loan approved to fund new Lakeland high school
After seven years, funding has been secured for a new high school in Lakeland.
FedEx Cares distributing 12,000 holiday packages to service members overseas
Before the holiday season approaches, the men and women serving our country overseas are being cared for.
Mid-South Heroes: Woman provides love, resources to women on the streets of Memphis
September's Mid-South Hero brings unconditional love and resources to women on the streets of Memphis. She hopes it will guide them to live free from addiction and crime.
New program helps MFD locate owners of lost pets
Fire Finders is a first-of-its-kind program is making it easier for lost pets to find their way home.
Memphis letters on Mud Island get a makeover with the Tigers treatment
This transformation comes just in time for Memphis Madness.
‘Student Success Coaches’ volunteer pledge to help Memphis children
More Memphians are giving back to their community. Memphis has one of the highest rates of participation for the national Americrops program, and one of the participants is back in the halls she once walked as a student to give back.
NBC’s ‘Bluff City Law’ premiere includes many of Memphis’ iconic spots
Patrice Bates Thompson couldn’t contain her excitement Monday night seeing her beloved Four Way Grill in Soulsville front and center on NBC’s “Bluff City Law.”
University of Tenn. employees save woman from burning car
“It was enough flame to start melting the inside of the car, that’s when I knew we didn’t have long to get to her,” said Johnson.
Crowds gather to see Memphis on national TV with ‘Bluff City Law’
The crowd gasped at the big reveal of episode one and applauded when it was over.
MUS star presented with jersey for All-America Game
On Monday, longtime MUS head football coach Bobby Alston presented Henderson with an honorary All-America Game jersey.
MFD hosts 5th annual ‘HERo Day’
MFD helped 200 young girls from sixth to twelfth grade suit up and learn about what it takes to be a firefighter.
5 Great Things: New service dog program at St. Jude; Mid-South Food Bank hosting diaper drive
It’s fair season in the Mid-South, but first, a look back at 5 of the Great Things that happened in the Mid-South this week.
Free MATA bus passes underway for SCS high school students
The partnership also allows parents and guardians of students to receive a free pass under their student’s registration.
Mid-South Food Bank collecting diapers for families in need
The Mid-South Food Bank is working to help families who may be struggling to keep up with the cost of diapers.
Oxford Middle School celebrates school’s 1st female football player and coach
There’s girl power on the football field at Oxford Middle School. The school’s first female football player is in the starting lineup and the first female assistant coach is on the sidelines.
Woman recognized for work during the Germantown Flood
Kristina Garner started the Facebook group “Germantown Helps”, rallying the community together.
New service dog program Introduced at St. Jude
"We want those dogs to go in there and make this the best day they can for the children," Bresher said.
2019 Southern Heritage Classic ends with the feeling of tradition in the air
Tradition was the highlight of this years classic.
WATCH: Homeless man reunites with missing dog
A heartwarming video is making rounds on social media after a homeless artist woke up in Midtown Memphis to find his dog missing.
‘St. Jude Rides’ rolls into Memphis
The 13th annual "St. Jude Rides" arrived in the Bluff City Friday from Peoria, Illinois.
5 Great Things: Hollywood stars shine in Memphis; a man and his best friend reunite
It is the end to another week, which means its time to take a look at five great things that happened in the Mid-South. And we start with Hollywood coming to Memphis.
SRVS receives $150K grant for independence coach model
A Shelby County agency helping Mid-Southerners with intellectual and developmental disabilities is receiving $150,000 to grow the program.
Pet of the Week: Retriever mix Beth
Beth’s adoption fee is $75 and includes her microchip, spay and all vaccinations.
Pink Palace to host free Museum Day
The family of museums will open their doors for free to visitors who download a branded ticket prior to their visit.
$150K grant to aid ‘independence coaches’ for people with disabilities
A Mid-South agency serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities will soon be able to help more people live more independently.
MAS helps reunite man with his missing dog
Memphis Animal Services helped reunite a man with his dog who went missing for weeks,
Rare birth: Couple welcomes 9 lb. 11 oz. baby on 9/11 at 9:11
Cametrione and Justin Brown welcomed their 9 pound 11 ounce baby at a Tennessee hospital on 9/11 at 9:11.
‘Stuff a MATA Bus’ and feed the hungry: Food drive benefits Mid-South Food Bank
Every $5 donation generates 15 meals to fight hunger in the Mid-South.
Tiger Woods, Justin Timberlake create fund to help Bahamians after Hurricane Dorian
Tiger Woods and Justin Timberlake have teamed up to donate money to Bahamians who have been impacted by Hurricane Dorian.
Memphian wins WNBA Coach of the Year
A Memphian took home some hardware as the WNBA season came to a close.
Volunteer events planned for 9/11 remembrance
Eighteen years after the horrific attacks, local leaders are looking for ways to give back.
Rhodes College named one of the most innovative liberal arts colleges
The university ranked 35th by U.S. News & World Report.
MAS offering $20 adoptions during ‘Fantasy Furball’
Every adoption includes a spay or neuter, a microchip, vaccines, heartworm tests for dogs and a customized ID tag.
‘Y on the Fly’ delivers books, snacks and fun to Millington Elementary
On Monday, the Y and United Healthcare made a “Fun Stop” at Millington Elementary School where the “Y on the Fly” van delivered books and snacks to the students.
Cheerleader with Down Syndrome inspires Biloxi Junior High students
At Biloxi Junior High, one cheerleader is also inspiring her school and community.
5 Great Things: Memphians assist in Hurricane Dorian relief, Peabody Hotel celebrates 150 years
The first week of September is in the books and its been all about Hurricane Dorian. Let’s take a look at how the Mid-South is helping those impacted including more great things happening in the Bluff City.
Memphis recognized as one of most generous cities in U.S.
The national volunteering and service program AmeriCorps has found that Memphis is full of giving people. The Bluff City has one of the highest AmeriCorps participation rates in the country.
‘Have a passion for it’: 100-year-old ballet master still teaching classes
Henry Danton is Mississippi Strong.
After 77 years, remains of WWII hero returning home to Mississippi to be buried
Private First Class Harvey Andrew Nichols, who was from Braxton, died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines at the age of 27 on November 19, 1942.
Memphis kicks off season with a win against Ole Miss
Ole Miss came to the Liberty Bowl Saturday morning to take on Memphis and kick off college football season in the Mid-South.
5 Great Things: Walmart hosts ‘thank you’ lunch for first responders, New Memphis hosts 2019 ‘Exposure’ event
Before you take off for your Labor Day weekend activities, check out 5 of the Great Things that happened in the Mid-South this week.
Porter-Leath receives $1.2M grant for head start programs
Porter-Leath is receiving a $1.2 million grant to operate its Early Head Start programs.
West Memphis’ first African American female firefighter promoted to inspector
The first African American female to ever join the West Memphis Fire Department continues to make history.
Walmart hosts ‘thank you’ lunch for DeSoto County first responders
Wednesday, first responders from across DeSoto County were thanked for their hard work and sacrifices.
Mid-South Heroes: Man encourages Memphians of all ages to have fun, get fit
This month's Mid-South Hero is a mover and shaker, encouraging Memphians of all ages to have fun while getting fit.
Le Bonheur adding interactive outdoor space for children and families
Le Bonheur Green will feature an area for prayer and meditation, a walking path shaped like a heart, a front porch gathering place and an open green space for play.
Volunteers help mow grass around Hickory Ridge Middle School
Tall grass made it difficult for Hickory Ridge Middle School students to get to and from school, so some helpful volunteers spent their Saturday morning lending a hand.
Church pays off $3 million in medical debt, helping nearly 1,600 people
The goal was to help people in Pope, Johnson and Conway counties, with church leaders working with a New York-based non-profit, RIP Medical Debt, on the issue.
Justin Timberlake gives impromptu performance on Beale Street
Timberlake showed up at B.B. King's Blues Club for a night on the town, and ended up on stage!
5 Great Things: Ja Morant gives back, Justin Timberlake performs on Beale Street
As we end this week with some dreary, wet weather let's take a look back at 5 great things that will bring some sunshine to our lives.
Young students surprised with free backpacks full of school supplies
A group of Memphis kids received new backpacks jam-packed full of school supplies Friday.
Youth basketball league named after ‘First 48’ murder series
A Mid-South basketball coach borrowed the title from a popular television show about Memphis crime and turned it into a championship basketball league.
City of Memphis, U of M announce fan enhancements for 2019 football season
The City of Memphis and University of Memphis rolled out the red carpet at the Liberty Bowl stadium Thursday.
Kroger partners with U of M for football game to benefit Mid-South Food Bank
Kroger and the University of Memphis are partnering with the Mid-South Food Bank to help end hunger in the Mid-South.