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MGLW assists in reconnecting Long Island

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (FOX13) -

A group of nearly three dozen MLGW employees and vehicles from Memphis are traveling to Long Island in New York to help in reconnecting power to 650,000 residents in the wake of Superstorm Sandy.

MORE: myFOXMemphis with Tennessee Task Force 1 in NY

The crew of 33 left during the noon hour Friday and will travel

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Starry Nights adds horse drawn carriage

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (FOX13) -

The first night of Starry Nights is still a few weeks away. This Memphis holiday tradition keeps adding cool new features that will require a little planning this year.

For years, the only way to see Starry Nights had been by car or bus. Now, the festival of lights has harkened back to the horse and carriage days.

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Hernando Bolt for Blue 5K short on runners

HERNANDO, Miss. (FOX13) -

Consider it kids helping kids, or students helping students if you will.

The Interact Club at Hernando High School has put together the Bolt for Blue 5K, a 3.1-mile run Saturday morning, Nov. 3.

All of the money raised goes to help children with autism and their families.

"It affects so many kids and so many people

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International Paper deal too sweet?

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (FOX13) -

Shelby County Commission Chairman Mike Ritz says city and county mayors have promised the moon to International Paper.

It's a deal that's not only unaffordable, but an embarrassment.

MORE: International Paper leaving Memphis?

International Paper says it's exploring its options, looking to expand or maybe move.

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Disturbing reports in Sept officer-involved shooting

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (FOX13) -

Thirty-nine days ago we felt the anguish of a mother's loss.

"I know who shot my son. I know who killed my son. For no reason at all. It was an off-duty police officer," claimed Shirley Thompson. "I'm going to get to the bottom. I want answers. I want answers."

In September, the death of a 15-year old boy prompted a

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