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The Iconic Memphis Label Behind Music’s Most Soulful Stars
“We were flying by the seat of our pants,” Stax legend William Bell recently recalled of the early days of the venerable label that tracked the rise of the civil rights movement. “A lot of us came in from the gospel arena, right out of church, just neighborhood kids. We learned how to craft a song as young kids, 14, 15 years old, but really, we just wanted to hear our voices on the radio.”According to legend, Stax Records replaced cotton as the single biggest product coming out of Memphis, Tennessee, during its late-1960s heyday. And if you know the...
MPD: Man caught on camera stealing packages downtown charged as ‘John Doe’
UPDATE: A man identified as ‘John Doe’ was booked in the Shelby County Jail Friday. The story has been updated to reflect the new information. MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police said a man suspected of stealing packages from at least one downtown condo building was arrested Friday morning when officers found several of the stolen items […]
Overton Park Shell free concert series lineup released
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - From beloved, local artists to notable, traveling acts, the talent taking over the Overton Park Shell this season is sure to get folks fired up to return to their favorite, backyard venue. Running May 17 through October 12, the 2024 Orion Free Concert Series will showcase...
St. Jude hosts annual Corvette Drive
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital hosted its 13th Corvette Drive, an annual charity event, on Friday. More than 110 corvettes left Uftring Chevrolet in Washington, Illinois, for Memphis, driving through St. Jude’s campus. The organization raised $510,000 for 2024, bringing the total raised to...
Cabot shelter takes in 25 dogs rescued from neglectful home
CABOT, Ark. — Three people are facing charges after about 70 "unhealthy" dogs and three children were rescued from a home Tuesday in Hughes, Ark. A third of the animals are now at Cabot Animal Support Services, as the shelter agreed to take 25 dogs from the West Memphis Animal Shelter to help ease their capacity.
Inaugural Uptown Arts Festival celebrates arts and culture
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The inaugural Uptown Festival took place on Saturday and brought together the art community. The event was held in the Uptown Medical District and featured several local and visiting artists. The festival’s mission is to celebrate Memphis culture by showcasing artists, culture, and local businesses.
Mayor Young creates plan to maximize camera surveillance to combat local crime
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Mayor Paul Young is creating a plan to combat crime in the city of Memphis, Mayor Young said in his weekly newsletter. Mayor Young plans to increase the presence of cameras and surveillance around the city. In the mayor's newsletter, Mayor Young said the city has set...
Whitehaven families frustrated after graduation delays
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Graduation frustrations continue in Memphis as parents and families were frustrated after not being let into the Whitehaven High School graduation on Saturday. Dozens sat outside for hours waiting to go in but just ended up watching the graduation from their phones. The venue of the...
MPD investigates car crash on Poplar Ave.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police Department is investigating a car crash. The accident happened on Friday at 10:30 p.m. on Popular Avenue and East Parkway. The crash caused one car to be completely flipped over. It’s unclear if anyone was hurt in the crash ― we’ve reached out to...
South Mississippi murder suspect captured in Arkansas
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WTVA) — Law enforcement in Arkansas captured a suspect wanted in connection with the murder of a person outside a south Mississippi truck stop. Authorities arrested Tarayvian Miller, 18, in West Memphis, and booked him into the Crittenden County jail on Friday, WLBT-TV in Jackson, Mississippi, reported.
Person ejected from vehicle after crashing into parked cars near Shelby Drive
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An adult is in critical condition after being ejected from a vehicle in southeast Shelby County Thursday night. According to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, a three-vehicle accident occurred a little before 11 p.m. in the 4800 block of Harvest Knoll Lane near Shelby Drive. A vehicle ran off the road and […]
Multiple Memphis-area high school soccer teams book their ticket to State
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Boys Soccer State Tournament starts next week which means this weekend teams were playing for a chance to compete for the highest accolade at the high school level in Tennessee. On Saturday, several Memphis-area high school teams punched their ticket and are now just a...
These Arkansas cities will pay thousands for you to move there
FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Several cities in the Natural State are offering thousands of dollars for you to move to their city, but there’s a catch. MakeMyMove.com says three cities in Arkansas will pay you to move there but they come with eligibility requirements, including working remotely.
SmokeSlam announces winners of the World Food Championship Awards
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — After Friday night’s festivities, SmokeSlam judges announced the winners of the World Food Championships (WFC) Awards. The following lists shows which teams finished top-five in each category: Bacon 1st – Rebel Roaster Review (Booth 209) 2nd – Pancho and Lefty 3rd – Ole Booger Bears BBQ 4th – Team Croix Valley 5th – Swineantology Beef 1st – Smokemasters […]
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