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Memphian Kris Thomas set to sing at Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals

Memphian Kris Thomas set to sing at Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals

Fresh off making into the Top 10 on NBC's The Voice, Kris Thomas will be singing the National Anthem when the Memphis Grizzlies host the San Antonio Spurs for Game 3 Saturday. He confirmed the news to Action News 5 Friday morning. Tipoff for Game 3 is set for 8pm Saturday May 25th

Memphis Rocks category added to Memphis International Film & Music Festival

Memphis Rocks category added to Memphis International Film & Music Festival

The Memphis International Film & Music Festival showcases some of the finest independent films from around the world in categories of features, documentaries, music videos, and more.  And now there's a special opportunity for would-be Memphis film-makers!

Next year's festival, held April 25-28th, will add a new category: "Memphis Rocks."  It will be a catch-all platform to share positive stories, heartfelt moments, and narratives that capture the soul of Memphis. You can show what makes Memphis great, or show what your company, neighborhood, non-profit, or school is doing in our community. And maybe your masterpiece will be played on the silver screen!

Films must be five minutes or less, and there will be five sub-categories for judging: individuals, schools, non-profits, corporations, and a viewers' choice award.  The deadline for submissions is February 28th, 2013.

U of M radio station celebrates college radio day

U of M radio station celebrates college radio day

 

Wednesday was College Radio Day and schools across the nation hosted events to raise awareness and hopefully reach new listeners.

And Memphis’ own WUMR, U-92 FM “The Jazz Lover” is participated as well. The station broadcasted live from The University of Memphis Campus from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The special broadcast was held in the College of Communications and Fine Arts Plaza, which is the space between the Theatre and Music building.

This is the second year WUMR has participated in College Radio Day. And Christopher Davis, Program Director for WUMR says this year was not simply about the music – it was about sending an important message.

The station chose to celebrate college day by alerting people to the dangers of texting while driving. They had a mangled car on display and talked about the dangers of texting while driving. “The Jazz Lover” crew encouraged passersby to sign an online pledge against texting while driving.

Local church sponsors Turkey mission trip

Local church sponsors Turkey mission trip

Ridgeway Baptist Church, located in East Memphis, sent a Mission Team to Istanbul, Turkey.  The team arrived in Turkey on Friday, September 21st and was there until Saturday the 29th.  One of the team members, Renee Shackelford, shared her experiences and photos on the Ridgeway facebook page.  Here, in her words, is what the team participated during their time in Turkey.  Later in October the mission team will be traveling to India.  More information about Ridgeway Baptist Church can be found here.

Friday, Sept. 21

Countrywood Neighborhood Sale

Countrywood Neighborhood Sale

Every year, yard sale bargain hunters flock to Cordova, Tennessee for the annual Countrywood Neighborhood Sale sponsored by the Countrywood Neighborhood Association.

On Friday, September 22, the huge yard event will draw crowds from all over the Greater Memphis area and from neighboring states.

Last year the sale was a huge success.  More than 200 residents participated

Rain or shine, the participating vendors will sell their almost brand new or slightly used items from furniture to clothing and televisions to motorized vehicles to make a buck.  Not to mention the local economy benefited as people booked hotel rooms for a few days to stay and visit the grand city of Memphis to shop it’s local stores and dine in local restaurants.

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Local cloth diaper event educates parents looking to help environment and save money

Local cloth diaper event educates parents looking to help environment and save money

(WMC-TV) - Have you ever considered cloth diapers?  Are the first images that pop in your head large swaths of fabric, pins and plastic pants?  If so, then you need to find out how different modern cloth diapers are now.

The modern cloth diaper systems are pin-less, easy to use and better for the environment.  Another important factor to busy parents is that modern cloth diapers are easy to wash.  The fabrics used now are soft, colorful and comfortable on the delicate skin of babies.  They are also easier on the environment. 

In the United States alone, 49 million diapers per day (18 billion per year) are thrown away.  Disposable diapers go into landfills in which (under ideal conditions) it is estimated that it would take hundreds of years to decompose.   Each baby in cloth diapers will help to divert many of these diapers from municipal landfills.