Events

Blues by the lake

Submitted by Bernadette Davis, Freelance Writer

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013, 2:29pm

The annual blues concert will take place Saturday, June 22, at USA Stadium Freedom Lake. The event is hosted by radio personality Bev Johnson of WDIA. Gates for the concert open at 1:00pm. You can purchase tickets to Blues by The Lake online here.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Millington High School Chorale and Mid-South Safe haven Arts for Kids (MASK).

Follow the link to see a list of performers and to read more about Blues by The Lake.

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Mirimichi to host PGA Junior Series

Submitted by Michael Phillips

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 5:33pm

Justin Timberlake's Mirimichi Golf Course is going to host the 2013 PGA Junior Series.

The series starts on May 29 and lasts until May 31st.

The golf course is in Millington.

Mirimichi won the top spot in Golfweek Magazine's "Top Golf Courses You Can Play" list.

It was also honored for its environentally conscious standards in 2011.

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"Funerals of the Titanic" Presentation

Submitted by Bo Bradley, AN5 News Photographer

Thursday, April 4th, 2013, 9:28am

If you are fascinated by the stories of the Titanic, a presentation titled, "Funerals of the Titanic" will be at the Bartlett Senior Center, 5727 Woodlawn Street, April 15, beginning at 10 a.m.

The presentation is made up of interesting stories of the passengers of the Titanic.

The admission is free, and for more information, call (901) 385-6439.

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International Goat Days launches new Facebook page

Submitted by WMCTV Web Staff

Sunday, March 31st, 2013, 7:12pm

International Goat Days launches new Facebook page

The 24th Annual International Goat Days Festival in Millington is scheduled for September 13-15, 2013. Recently, a new Facebook page has been developed to keep event attendees informed. Click here to see it.

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Permission granted to “KICK BUTTS”!

Submitted by Jerica Phillips, JCFN Social Marketing Coordinator

Monday, March 18th, 2013, 9:39am

The Shelby County Health Department (SCHD), in collaboration with other local organizations, will encourage youth to take a stand against big tobacco companies and educate their peers about the importance of not smoking on Kick Butts Day, Wednesday, March 20.

Kick Butts Day is a national day of activism which empowers youth to stand out, speak up and seize control against big tobacco companies. Health officials want to raise awareness of the tobacco problem, encourage youth to stay tobacco-free and urge strong action to protect kids from tobacco.

Representatives from the health department will be at the following locations on Wednesday, March 20, to distribute information and tips on smoking cessation:

• Benjamin Hooks Library
3030 Poplar Ave.
10 a.m. to noon

• University of Memphis-University Center
499 University
1 p.m.

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Super Chevy Show coming in April

Submitted by Lyle Bontrager on Wednesday, March 13th, 1:06 pm

Memphis International Raceway once again hosts the Super Chevy Show, presented by Chevrolet Performance, April 12th through April 14th. It's the ultimate experience for the die-hard Chevy fan, with high-powered Chevy racing, drag racing jet cars, ground thumping pro shows, and more.

Stay And Race packages will be offered by Holiday Inn and Suites in Millington, Quality Inn and Suites, Plantation Oaks, Admiralty Suites and Inn, and Hampton Inn and Suites. Packages start at only $170. Contact the hotel directly to make your reservation.

For more information on Memphis International Raceway, go to their website at www.RaceMIR.com.

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