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Former Pemiscot County School Employee Admits Embezzling

(Cape Girardeau, Mo.) A former employee of the North Pemiscot County R-1 School District is admitting embezzling $1.46 million from the district. 64 year old Tammy Louise Barnes,of Pemiscot County, pled guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to three counts of bank fraud. Barnes admitted that between December 13th of 2018, and June 3rd of 2024, she transferred money from the district’s bank account to her own account in about 57 different electronic transactions. According to her plea she stole a total of $1,467,247.49. As an employee, Barnes had access to the district’s bank account in order to pay legitimate school expenses. The Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) covered $1 million of the loss. At sentencing, Barnes will be ordered to repay the money. She’ll first have to reimburse the district $467,247 and then repay the Insurance Council. Barnes is scheduled to be sentenced on February 18th. Each charge carries a potential penalty of up to 30 years in prison, a fine of up to $1 million, or both prison and a fine.

Pemiscot County, MO · 2d
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The Golden Grotto to Close After 41 Years in Jonesboro

JONESBORO, Ark. — The Golden Grotto, a costume and party supply store on Red Wolf Boulevard, is closing after 41 years in Jonesboro. A store closing sale begins Friday, Nov. 13. The store cited several circumstances in its Facebook announcement. The post gave no specific reason or final day...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d
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Newbern woman was denied state help with Medicare Part B costs

NEWBERN, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Access to healthcare can become a fight of its own. That’s the reality one Newbern woman now faces. “And I try to look at the good side, but I’ve lost my faith in a lot of it,” Tammy Brooks, who is battling Stage 3 lung cancer, said.

Newbern, TN · 1d
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Downtown Jonesboro Roads to be Closed Saturday for Veterans Day Parade

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – Roads in downtown Jonesboro will be closed Saturday for the Veterans Day parade. The closures go into effect at 8 a.m. on Saturday and will conclude at 1 p.m., according to an update from the city. The following roads will be closed:

Jonesboro, AR · 20h
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Marion Berry Trail Draws $2.38 Million Low Bid, $884,000 Above Early Estimate

JONESBORO, Ark. — The lowest bid to build a protected walking and biking path over the Marion Berry Parkway overpass came in at $2.38 million, about $884,000 above the city’s initial estimate. Even if Jonesboro takes both cuts offered in the bid, the construction price would still be nearly $1.96 million.

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Sultana Disaster Museum moves to Marion, Ark.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A dismal part of American history happened right here in the Mid-South, and it often goes forgotten. One local museum’s goal is to teach that history. In Marion, Arkansas, you’ll find the Sultana Disaster Museum. On Thursday, we got a preview of the museum’s...

Marion, AR · 1d

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Nettleton school officials close to construction of major improvement projects

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Nettleton School District leaders on Thursday once again reviewed design drafts for projects the district plans to build with money from a tax increase voters approved last year. Superintendent Karen Curtner met Thursday with STEAM campus principals and architects from Brackett Krennerich to map out the...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Remaining Jonesboro Community Clean-Ups for 2026 Scheduled

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – For those wanting to clean up their home before the holidays arrive, the final 2026 Community Clean-Ups for Jonesboro are happening soon. The upcoming events will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, and Saturday, Dec. 5. Both will run from 8...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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City of Jonesboro Moving to CivicPlus for Publishing Meeting Agendas, City Government Voting

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – The City of Jonesboro is in the process of changing its voting and agenda management systems, an effort it says is streamlining its work and is more user-friendly for the public. In the past, the city has used Legistar to post...

Jonesboro, AR · 1d

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Collierville Holiday Inn Express Still Unfinished, Now Has Court-Ordered 2027 Deadline

Drivers passing the Shops at Carriage Crossing on Tenn. 385 have had years to wonder about the half-built Holiday Inn Express sitting along Collierville Road. The hotel, approved by town leaders back in 2019, still isn't finished — but it now has a new target completion date of April 1, 2027.

Collierville, TN · 3d

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Tennessee high schools closing at alarming rates

Tennessee · 2d

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Germantown, Collierville ranked among 30 best small cities to live in America

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two local suburbs have earned national recognition as some of the best small cities to live in the United States. Germantown and Collierville both ranked among the nation's top 30 small cities in Livability.com's inaugural 2026 ranking of the 50 Best Small Cities in America, released Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Collierville, TN · 1d

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Concerns over future of Fayette County land

PIPERTON, Tenn. — A large turnout of concerned citizens is expected at City Hall in Piperton on Tuesday evening to make their opposition heard to any proposed “data centers.” We’re told the issue of data centers is not on the agenda for the planning and zoning meeting, which got underway at 6 p.m. There is […]

Piperton, TN · 3d

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Memphis Station’s Decision to Let Reporter Go Days After Pressing Marsha Blackburn About Black Residents Has Viewers Crying Foul

Outrage is growing after FOX13 Memphis let go of Black reporter Rob Sneed from his freelance position, shortly after he questioned Tennessee Gov.-elect Marsha Blackburn […] Memphis Station’s Decision to Let Reporter Go Days After Pressing Marsha Blackburn About Black Residents Has Viewers Crying Foul

Tennessee · 3d

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Health department on possible cause of mystery stench in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Health Department may have gotten to the bottom of a foul smell reported across parts of Memphis and Shelby County this week. For days, residents have been complaining online about a strong odor that smelled like sewage or something rotten. The health department said it has been working with […]

Memphis, TN · 2d

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Neighbors protest data center developments in Fayette County

PIPERTON, Tenn. (WMC) - Residents in Fayette County packed a city meeting Tuesday night to push back against potential data center developments in their quiet, rural community. Neighbors in and around Piperton, Tennessee, gathered at city hall, turning a local planning commission meeting into an open town hall. While no...

Fayette County, TN · 3d

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Things to Do in Memphis This Weekend: Nov 13 to 15

Sweater weather's here and the weekend's stacked 🍂 Disney's Frozen opens at Playhouse on the Square, Lyle Lovett brings his Large Band to the Graceland Soundstage, cider's flowing in Cooper-Young, and Sunday winds down with jazz at Crosstown. Here's every pick for November 13 to 15, hour by hour.

Memphis, TN · 20h

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RaceTrac Hits a New City in Tennessee

The chain plans to open additional stores by the end of the year. RaceTrac has announced an expansion of its footprint in Tennessee with the opening of its first location in Memphis. The new site “marks an exciting milestone as RaceTrac continues to bring its travel center experience to new communities,” the company noted in a statement.

Tennessee · 2d

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Shelby County utility assistance program applications open Monday for eligible residents

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Shelby County utility assistance applications open Monday. Residents who need help paying their utility bills can begin applying for assistance starting Monday, November 16, 2026, when the LIHEAP application portal opens. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP, helps qualifying households cover the cost...

Shelby County, TN · 19h

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Financial literacy advocate sees ‘gold mine’ in Memphis, urges residents to seize it

As Mayor Paul Young works toward his goal of adding 10,000 housing units in Memphis by 2030, John Hope Bryant says he is ready to buy two homes himself. Bryant, founder of Atlanta-based financial literacy nonprofit Operation HOPE, sees promising investment opportunities in the city, and he wants Memphians to recognize the potential too.

Memphis, TN · 1d