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Orange Mound couple partners with Memphis business to help community

Submitted by Justin Hanson, West Tennessee Reporter
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, 6:10am

Rev. Reginald J. and Mrs. Mary Tucker have hearts of gold and are getting positive results in the Orange Mound community.

They work with underprivileged youth in the neighborhood and help them to be successful.

Shelby Systems of Memphis has been partnering with the Tucker's for the past 2 years.

Through their partnership, they've been able to build a new computer lab for them.

The lab was competed last month.

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Swift Transportation offers full driving academy scholarships for veterans

Submitted by Steve Crain, WMCTV.com
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, 4:08pm

Information provided by Swift

Swift Transportation Co., Inc., www.joinswift.com , is celebrating the men and women of the armed forces by offering them a new career in trucking. Swift is committed to providing career opportunities for the heroes of our country, by providing 1,000 full scholarships to Veterans to attend a Swift Academy of their choice, including the facility in Millington. The transportation leader is offering full scholarships to veterans with a 1-year commitment, as well as a $1,000 tuition discount to Selective Reserves and National Guard with a 1-year commitment.

"At Swift, we are happy to honor and celebrate the bravery and courage of our U.S. veterans.

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An in-depth look at the changing industry of Greyhound Racing

Submitted by Tiffany Neely
Thursday, April 26th, 2012, 6:22pm
An in-depth look at the changing industry of Greyhound Racing

 

by: Tiffany Neely

The controversial sport of greyhound racing could be ending, after animal rights groups and loss of profits shake the industry.

“Ever since birth these greyhounds have been cared for by people, a lot of people don’t get to see that,” said Shane Bolender, racing director at Southland Gaming and Racing, which is one of only 22 greyhound racing tracks left in the country.

            In 2001, the number of greyhound racing tracks was around 50. Now that number has decreased by almost 50%, in little over a decade.

            The decrease is due in part to the business’s loss of revenue and popularity. The work of Animal rights groups in the past decade also contributed to the reduction.

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Career & Internship Expo

Submitted by Katie Hannings, Intern
Wednesday, April 4th, 2012, 7:50am
Career & Internship Expo

Current students and alumni will have the opportunity to meet and network with potential employers at the University of Memphis on Wednesday, April 4th.

The Career Services Office and Academic Internship Office is bringing in more than 40 employers looking to recruit new employees. Students will be able to hand-deliver resumes to the businesses represented.

Some of the employers attending the expo include FedEx Ground, FedEx Services, Nucor Steel, Barnhart Crane and Rigging, Flinn Broadcasting Corp., and many others.

The annual expo will be held in the University Center Ballroom from 10a.m. to 3p.m.

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Off-Leash areas around Shelby County

Submitted by Katie Hannings, Intern
Friday, March 30th, 2012, 8:03am
Off-Leash areas around Shelby County

Now that the weather is warmer, local pet lovers want somewhere to run around with their pups. If you don't want to stay in your own backyard, go to one of the off-leash dog parks in the area.

There are several locations throughout the Mid-South where dogs can enjoy the freedom of being off-leash and owners don't have to fear their furry friends running out into the street.

Safe, fenced-in areas are available to the public, and the only necessity for most is that the dog be up-to-date on vaccinations.

1. Shelby Farms Dog Park: The most well-known and largest in the area. The park has recently finished updates to the area which includes water, a wooded area and large fields. There is a separate entrance for the dog area, located off of Trinity Road at Gate 12.

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JDRF's 2012 Promise Ball: “Voyage to a Cure” to benefit diabetes research

Submitted by Steve Crain, WMCTV.com
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012, 3:56pm
JDRF's 2012 Promise Ball: “Voyage to a Cure” to benefit diabetes research

Information provided by West Tennessee Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

The West Tennessee Chapter of JDRF is proud to announce that Evergreen Packaging will present the 12th Annual Promise Ball, "Voyage to a Cure," on March 31, 2012.  The Promise Ball is being chaired by Summer and Cecil Godman along with Honorary Chairman John Rooney, President and CEO of Evergreen Packaging.  The black tie optional event will take place at the Hilton Memphis, and is expected to raise more than $300,000 for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research.  The event features a cocktail reception, seated dinner, silent and live auctions, a unique Fund A Cure appeal and fabulous entertainment by Kallen Esperian and The Distraxshuns.

This year Milton Allen and Dr.

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River City Brewers Festival

Submitted by Katie Hannings, Intern
Thursday, March 8th, 2012, 1:47pm

The 3rd annual River City Brewers Festival will be Saturday, March 31 in Handy Park on Beale Street.

Beer from the across the country will be available for sampling as well as samples of signature dishes from some of Memphis' finest restaurants such as Hard Rock Cafe and Pa Pa Pia's.

International brews will also be available for sampling.

More than 60  brewers are participating in the event with over 100 different flavors of beer. Samples are included in the price of admission for the festival.

The Ronald McDonald House has been selected as the benefactor for this year's festival.

River City Brewer's Festival

 

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