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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — With the winter weather and COVID-19, it’s difficult to know when schools are open or not. WREG is working to keep you up to date on the latest school openings and closures. Tennessee: Shelby County Schools said they will return to classes on January 3. Shelby County Schools posted this message from […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– When the Memphis Shelby County School Board voted to accept the resignation of Superintendent Joris Ray, it seemed to be severing ties with the school system leader. But a closer look reveals otherwise. In a copy of the Agreement released by the School Board, under the terms of Ray’s resignation, it said Joris Ray will assist the […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board Member Stephanie Love suffered from a stroke on Saturday, February 26, according to a family spokesperson. She is currently hospitalized and undergoing tests and treatment. Currently serving as the Co-Chair of the Community Outreach and Engagement Committee, Love was elected to the SCS Board in 2014 and later […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — With a few exceptions, Memphis-Shelby County Schools will reopen Tuesday following last Thursday’s ice storm. MSCS said 96% of its schools have power. Seven schools are still experiencing “storm-related challenges,” but they are working with MLGW to monitor systems. Schools that are remaining closed until further notice are: Avon Lenox High East […]

Here are the highlights of the August 4 Shelby County and Tennessee election: ► Shelby County elections: Full results TENNESSEE GOVERNOR With 98% reporting, Dr. Jason Martin has won the Democratic primary. Martin will face Gov. Bill Lee and a bunch of independent candidates in November. U.S. HOUSEIn District 8, Rep. David Kustoff easily won […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rumors surrounding Memphis Shelby County Schools Superintendent Dr. Joris Ray’s personal life have now led to a full-fledged investigation. While Ray is apologizing for the controversy, parents say it’s hard to trust someone who isn’t honest at home. Thursday, Memphis Shelby County Superintendent Ray is in the hot seat for his own […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Superintendent Joris Ray was not expected to be at Tuesday’s school board meeting that could decide his future with Memphis Shelby County Schools, but his lawyer will be there. Sources tell us there has been talk of offering him a severance package.   A board member said Tuesday afternoon that the investigation into […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– The investigation continues into Superintendent Joris Ray’s extramarital affairs. Memphis Shelby County School Superintendent Joris Ray’s latest employment contract was signed in April of 2019 and ends in January 2025, but there are stipulations in it that could end his $293,000 a year job early. The School Board was in the middle of a national search […]

​​MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rozelle Elementary School will soon get a new makeover thanks to the Memphis Grizzlies. This initiative is part of the NBA’s 75th anniversary to create new Live, Learn or Play Centers during the 2021-22 season. As the only Creative And Performing Arts (CAPA) optional elementary school within Shelby County Schools, the Grizzlies […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Dozens of high school seniors from across the city and county were highlighted during the third annual “Military Salute.” Friday, at the 50-yard line inside the Liberty Bowl, there wasn’t a football match-up. Instead, there was a military salute. Students with Memphis Shelby County Schools who plan to enlist after graduation or […]