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Cosmetology Board Issues Scam Warning

Tealy Devereaux — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:29:39 GMT

The Tennessee Cosmetology Board says about 350 licensed cosmetologists statewide have contacted them about a questionable letter. It claims to be from the "American Cosmetology Board" and asks for an immediate certification renewal fee of $50.

Murder Victim Honored by Strangers

Melissa Scheffler — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:16:02 GMT

When FOX13 first met Brenda Henderson, it was more than three years ago, after her young son was killed in a drive-by. Last June, we caught up with her again and learned she was struggling in another way, trying to save up enough money to buy her son a tombstone. Her words inspired a couple of strangers to open their hearts to helping a mother honor her son.

Mid-South Winter Storm Warning Extended

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:07:38 GMT

A winter storm will continue to impact much of the Mid-South Monday afternoon and evening. The winter storm warning is now in effect until 6:00am Tuesday.

More Winter Weather Expected in TN

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:19:09 GMT

Winter weather moving through Tennessee is at the whim of temperatures flirting with freezing. The form it takes depends on how cold it is.

TennCare Cuts May Close Some Hospitals

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:24:43 GMT

Gov. Phil Bredesen's proposed cuts to the state's expanded Medicaid program would cost state hospitals hundreds of millions of dollars and may force some of them to shut down, health care officials say.

New Director Named to Animal Shelter

Tealy Devereaux — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 02:23:18 GMT

Memphis Mayor A C Wharton said no shortcuts were taken when he hired the new Memphis Animal Shelter director Matthew Pepper. He said he's confident in his choice, and that the new director brings both operational and fiscal management experience.

Alexander Apprehended in New Mexico

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 01:05:09 GMT

Former Memphis Animal Shelter director Ernest Alexander was placed in custody in New Mexico Friday evening following indictments in Shelby County on felony animal abuse.

Baptists Concerned Over Haiti Arrests

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:42:48 GMT

Officials at the Southern Baptist Convention are concerned the arrest of 10 Baptists in Haiti could make it harder to find volunteers for its missionary and disaster relief work.

Ophelia Ford Out for Legislative Session

Les Smith — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:45:27 GMT

The Tennessee State Senate Career of Memphis Democrat Ophelia Ford has been hit with another setback. The 59-year old is undergoing a surgical procedure which will prevent her from returning to Nashville for the rest of the legislative session. Ford's latest bout with bad health comes at a bad time for her constituents.

Former Director Sought for Animal Abuse

Lauren Lee — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:29:43 GMT

The former director of the Memphis Animal Shelter is a fugitive from the law. Ernest Alexander and two other shelter administrators have been indicted on six counts of felony animal cruelty.