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Southaven residents raise concerns after Springfest concert
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — Loud music blasting across Southaven last night had some people concerned during a concert that was part of the city’s Springfest celebration. The sold-out concert by artist Hozier led to noise complaints as thousands of seats were filled at the BankPlus Amphitheater on Thursday night. Darryl Jeans says though he didn’t make […]
Monster Jam driver previews big event in Southaven
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. (WMC) - Monster Jam, featuring the world’s most popular trucks and best drivers, roars into the Landers Center from May 3-5. Driver Brianna Mohon joined the Action News 5 Digital Desk to talk about the excitement headed to Southaven.
Memphis Brick Convention comes to Southaven
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. (WMC) - Memphis will have its only LEGO Fan convention in 2024 when the Memphis Brick Convention arrives at Landers Center this weekend on April 27 and 28, 2024. Organizer Greyson Riley joined the Action News 5 Digital Desk to preview the big event.
Southaven changing trash and recycling pickup, increasing monthly fees: What to know
Multiple changes are coming to the way Southaven residents dispose of their trash and recycling. Starting May 1, the city will begin using a new waste management company, as the locally owned WastePro, replaces Waste Connections. While regular waste carts will not be replaced, WastePro will provide new recycling carts if residents opt-in for recycling services.
The unsung hero of Springfest
When Kristi Faulkner first came to work for Southaven in 2002, she had no idea that one day she would be the person in charge of putting together the city’s popular Springfest event. Her first Springfest was in 2005 and she admits she was scared to death. She had...
Man convicted in car auction scheme says victims will get money back
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man convicted of stealing thousands of dollars from people who paid him to supposedly purchase cars for them at auction avoided prison time for his crime, but could now face sentencing in two states. The WREG Investigators have followed the story of Leandre Barner for the last five years. Consumers told […]
What you can do about lengthy train blockages as a driver in West Memphis
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Have you constantly faced long waits at railroad crossings in West Memphis due to a train? If so, you are not alone. The City of West Memphis said it has received numerous reports about frequent and lengthy train blockages that are disrupting daily commutes and impacting emergency services.
City of Southaven celebrates 44 years by hosting Springfest 2024
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. (WMC) - The City of Southaven is celebrating 44 Years. The city is hosting Springfest 2024 from Tuesday to Saturday at Snowden Grove Park. The festival will hold a barbecue cooking contest, carnival rides, games, and a concert from Hozier. They will host “Wristband Night” on Tuesday, Wednesday,...
Annual Springfest welcomes visitors to carnival fun
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. - All the outdoor carnival fun one can have is ready for you during the annual Springfest, held in the City of Southaven. Rides of all sizes and for all ages are up and ready to take a spin, and cotton candy and all the festival food smells will fill the air for the event.
Hernando approves hotel and retail development at McIngvale and Green T
Hernando has approved a new 25 acre development located next to I-269 that will feature retail and restaurant sites along with three new upscale hotels. Ironwood, which will be built at the strategic corner of McIngvale and Green T Road at Exit 1 along the interstate, will have three branded hotels by Marriott, a convenience store with 12 fuel pumps, a multi-bay retail site for six tenants, and five restaurant spaces.
Moore Continuing To Gain 410 Experience
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (April 23, 2024) While not the finishes he wants, the lessons are key for Howard Moore as he takes to a true outlaw schedule in 2024 and continues to gain experience behind the wheel of a 410cid Sprint Car. On track with the World of Outlaws NOS...
Islander Shine A Light On The West Memphis Three Case With New Single “Ritual Of Death”
Islander continue the lead-up into their successfully crowdfunded new album “Grammy Nominated” with the debut of a new single, “Ritual Of Death“. The alternative metal band have penned the track as a tribute to the three child victims of the infamously horriffic 1993 murders mostly commonly referred to as the West Memphis Three case.
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