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Birthday party held for Dana Payne

Submitted by WMCTV Web Staff

Saturday, April 20th, 2013, 11:07pm

It was a bittersweet week for loved ones of a Mid-South student who would have turned 16 on Sunday April, 14.

A birthday party was held in Northaven park Sunday for Millington High School student Dana Payne.

The Trojan Football team wide receiver died last year after he was hit on the field during football practice.

The impact triggered a deadly asthmas attack.

Family and friends celebrated his life on what would have been his 16th birthday.

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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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Two Memphians nominated for TIME's 'most influential' list

Submitted by Ashli Blow, New Media Content Producer

Friday, March 29th, 2013, 3:44pm

Dr. James Downing (Photo Gallery: Peter Barta Courtesy St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)

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Memphis photographer puts local businesses on the map

Submitted by Ashli Blow, New Media Content Producer

Monday, March 25th, 2013, 12:04am

The Arcade (Photo Source: Bob Guthridge)

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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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New teen show looking for young Memphis talent

Submitted by Jerica Phillips, JCFN Social Marketing Coordinator

Wednesday, February 13th, 2013, 11:55am

New teen show looking for young Memphis talent

Inside Our World is a hyper-local, no-nonsense take on the news of today’s youth, providing relevant and useful information in their world.

The hosts of this unpredictable TV show are two young ladies Khasi McDaniel and Kiana McDaniel.

Inside Our World is produced in Millington, Tennessee by MAC Productions with Executive Producer Tuwanna McDaniel at the helm.

This Teen program reports on the industry's breaking news, happenings and events, and gives viewers’ coverage of Hollywood's hottest stories.

The show covers all aspects of the entertainment world, including film, television, music, fashion, literature, events and interactive media from a young teen point of view.

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Millington Elementary finishes first at Relay for Life fundraiser

Submitted by Jerica Phillips, JCFN Social Marketing Coordinator

Wednesday, February 6th, 2013, 9:39pm

Millington Elementary finishes first at Relay for Life fundraiser

It was a thrilling Tuesday evening at the annual Relay for Life "Millington Celebrity Waiter Night" dinner and fundraiser held at the Harvell Community Center. Local businesses, schools, clubs, organizations, and community leaders sponsored and decorated tables. Sponsors went all out for this year's "Hollywood" theme.

The fundraiser was established to generate much-needed funds and support to help those suffering from the dreaded disease of cancer. I was invited by Millington Elementary School principal Ms. Stephanie Beach to serve as a waitress. To my delight, MES came out the big winner for their table decorations inspired by the movie Cast Away; and, for raising $800 in tips/donations. Over the course of the night's festivities I learned that Ms. Beach is actually a cancer survivor. What an awesome night!