Operation Taking Back 901 is giving back with a back-to-school bash for children in need
A local nonprofit is gearing up to give back to children in under-served areas with their back-to-school bash. Author: Katina Rankin Updated: 6:21 PM CDT July 20, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn. Arieale Munson says she just loves kids. And that s why she said she started the nonprofit, Operation Taking Back 901. Our mission is to implement economic and educational programs for underserved youth and their families here in Shelby County, said Operation Taking Back 901 Founder Arieale Munson.
Munson is showing she cares by having a back-to-school bash. We will be suppling students with a back full of supplies, free food as well as ice cream and lots of information, said Munson.
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Pothole Report
City of Memphis crews are now shifting focus to filling potholes that were left in the wake of last week s winter storms. They re asking residents to call 311 to report any. The head of public works for the city, Robert Knecht, says 16 crews will be tackling the broken road infrastructure, double the number that work on the issue during some seasons. Typically, crews can respond to a notice within 3-5 days , but Knecht says that may be extended to 5-10 days because of the high volume anticipated.
MLGW Update
Tens of millions of gallons of water are apparently still leaking out of Memphis water system and causing pressure to remain dangerously low. Officials say broken and frozen pipes that have thawed out in the last few days are now gushing. MLGW president and CEO J.T. Young says data from smart meters can help pinpoint certain leaks.
Let the melting begin.
City of Memphis crews are now shifting focus to filling potholes that were left in the wake of last week s winter storms. They re asking residents to call 311 to report any. The head of public works for the city, Robert Knecht, says 16 crews will be tackling the broken road infrastructure, double the number that work on the issue during some seasons. Typically, crews can respond to a notice within 3-5 days , but Knecht says that may be extended to 5-10 days because of the high volume ancicipated.
From Sunday, Feb. 21 Until further notice, reads MLGW s latest Sunday, Feb. 21 advisory to boil water before drinking it. The utility says the precautionary measure is necessary because of low water pressure due to frozen wells and broken water mains. Stagnant or slow moving water may breed pathogens, though none has yet been detected.
Pothole Report City of Memphis crews are now shifting focus to filling potholes that were left in the wake of last week's winter storms. They're asking