Mix Mornings on MixTV.tv 05-12-26
Mix Mornings Hot Topics:
Spring Temperature Extremes: Steve and Bridget joke about the rapid shift from comfortable spring weather to the "burst into flames" 90°C heat expected this coming weekend.
The McDonald’s Sign Mishap: A local driver apparently took "fast food" too literally, running over the sign at the North Lee Highway McDonald’s in a Nissan pickup.
Election Night Fashion: Guest Laurie McNulty critiques the hosts' past election night attire, suggesting she join the next broadcast as a "fashion consultant" to keep things sharp.
News Headlines:
The morning news was dominated by local legal developments and community safety:
Craig Liner Pleads Guilty: In a case that shook the Cleveland community, Craig Liner pleaded guilty on Monday to the first-degree murder of his ex-wife, Karen Liner. He was sentenced to life in prison.
Bradley County School Budget: The Bradley County Commission held a hearing for a balanced school budget, which includes a 1.5% raise for salaried employees and funding for new behavioral positions.
South Lee Highway Robbery: Cleveland police are investigating an armed robbery at the ABC convenience store where a masked suspect made off with $1,500 in cash.
911 Surcharge Veto: Local officials expressed disappointment after Governor Bill Lee vetoed a proposed 911 surcharge increase that would have funded equipment replacements.
Sports Headlines:
A busy morning on the sports desk covered everything from local high school upsets to the NFL's biggest matchups:
Local Soccer Upset: Walker Valley boys soccer pulled off a stunning 2-1 win over East Hamilton; they will face Cleveland High School for the region championship tomorrow.
Ocoee Middle School Golf: Both the girls' and boys' teams claimed sectional victories yesterday and are officially headed to the state tournament in Nashville.
NBA Playoffs: The Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Lakers out of the playoffs with a 115-110 victory, while the Cavs evened their series against the Pistons.
NFL Schedule Release: Early highlights for the upcoming season include the Cowboys hosting the Giants for the Sunday night opener and the Bills debuting their new stadium against the Lions.
Guest Interviews:
7:45 AM -
Stephen Hatchett, District Attorney General, joined us on-air today to discuss the Karen Liner murder case, and the news Craig Liner pleaded guilty to First Degree Murder, Felony Murder, and Aggravated Burglary.
Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/bbM-l_Svw6A?si=sd_tvJ62765RAOgC
8:05 AM -
Major Douglas McClure & Ruthie Forgey with The Salvation Army joined us today on Mix Mornings in honor of National Salvation Army Week! Major McClure discussed his upcoming reassignment to Birmingham & the organization's ongoing disaster relief/local meal programs.
Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/dKAcLiXnLj8?si=ZFuNLBl2dpAX3q2O
8:25 AM -
Kim Gunter, Marketing Director at TVFCU, joined us today on Mix Mornings to highlight Small Business Month & share tax-saving tips for local entrepreneurs regarding Section 179 write-offs! She also promoted TVFCU's 90th Anniversary Celebration & their contest with Mix 104.1 on Facebook!
Learn more: tvfcu.com.
Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/NIWVLPioQvc?si=B53n3jN5VysJqpRT
8:40 AM -
Our friends, Matt Dillard & Randy Bonner, from The 24/7 Movement joined us today on Mix Mornings, as well as The 24/7 Movement's 2026 Scholarship recipients!
Read the student stories & support the movement at the247movement.org.
Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/R_3TFgjsEFA?si=JehRsqsqAibHO9XU
9:00 AM -
Laurie McNulty, Attorney at Logan Thompson Law, stopped by the studio today to provide essential advice on estate planning, emphasizing that powers of attorney and living wills are vital for adults of all ages, not just the elderly.
Schedule a consultation for your estate planning needs at loganthompsonlaw.com
Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/iOjjAih5xY8?si=98NYr2fewp9RTmco