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SCAM ALERT | Rolling blackout messages are FAKE
As if the winter storm wasn't bad enough, now scammers are attempting to get MLGW customers personal information through a fake rolling blackout scam. Residents should know that the public utility is ...
Ditch Jan 26, 2026

MLGW | Shelby County power outages minimal, Map
Power outages in Shelby County were minimal during the big storm. President / CEO of MLGW, Doug McGowen said at Friday's OEM press conference that he thinks the improvements to the infrastructure and ...
Ditch Jan 26, 2026

MLGW Utility | Power was not disrupted, how will water system hold up
Now that the winter storm has moved out with little harm to the MLGW electrical grid, an artic blast will test the water system. South Memphis water main break was being dealt with and repaired Monday...
Ditch Jan 26, 2026

LOCAL | Gov. Bill Lee Declares State Of Emergency For Tennessee
All 95 counties in Tennessee have been placed under a state of emergency by Governor Bill Lee, who is urging citizens to get ready for the potential for a significant winter storm that could bring sno...
Josh Rivera Jan 23, 2026 Ice covers part of a sidewalk downtown. Jan. 10, 2023.

LOCAL | MLGW Prepares For Extensive Power Outages And Water Interruptions
As the winter storm approaches the Mid-South, Memphis Light, Gas, and Water says it is bracing itself for the worst. A severe wintry storm is predicted, which could result in blocked roads, downed tre...
Josh Rivera Jan 23, 2026

WATCH | OEM Updates us on city readiness
Ditch Jan 23, 2026

LOCAL | State Of Emergency Declared For Arkansas Due To Incoming Severe Weather
A state of emergency was declared for Arkansas on Thursday by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in anticipation of possible severe winter weather this weekend in the Mid-South. "Severe winter weather is...
Josh Rivera Jan 22, 2026

LOCAL | MPD Arrests "One Of The Most Prolific Drivers Of Crime" In The City
Police have arrested a man they describe as "one of the most prolific drivers of crime" in the city. According to MPD, its Fugitive Unit detained 19-year-old Keymon Bledsoe on Wednesday. Bledsoe has a...
Josh Rivera Jan 22, 2026

LATEST NWS STORM IMPACTS
Ditch Jan 22, 2026

LOCAL | MLGW CEO Confirms Preparations For Impending Winter Storm
According to the head of Memphis Light, Gas, and Water, they are getting ready for a "moderate impact" from an impending winter storm. CEO Doug McGowen said the forecast is still uncertain and that ut...
Josh Rivera Jan 21, 2026





