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Members clean up damage to Millington church after overnight fire

Members clean up damage to Millington church after overnight fire

Church members are cleaning up and thankful after an overnight fire damaged  St. William Catholic Church.

Members are struggling with what they are calling a devastating loss, but one part of the church miraculously survived the flames.

The fire happened in the office portion of the church, and that area is completely burned down.

Memphis candle company sparks rave reviews

Memphis candle company sparks rave reviews

Who doesn't love to walk into any space and be greeted by an exhilarating aroma?

Our sense of smell is fundamental: from what we choose to eat to our laundry detergent purchase to medicinal choices like aromatherapy.

Face it, scent is an essential part of who we are as individuals.

County creates homeowner repair assistance program

County creates homeowner repair assistance program

Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell has created a program to help homeowners with home improvement repairs.

Residents of unincorporated Shelby County (which includes Northaven, Waverly Farms, and southeastern areas) can qualify for the grants, which range from $5,000 to $8,000.  Applications must be submitted by Oct.. 29 and funds granted may be used for the following repairs:

  • Heating – repair to existing heat system
  • Air Conditioning – repair or replacement of window unit(s)
  • Roofing – repairs, patching, and coating of existing roof
  • Windows – repair or replacement of windows, and weatherization improvements

Funds may also be used for other approved purposes.

For more information, or to download an application, click here.

Information provided by shelbycountytn.gov

Megabus.com Keeps It Moving Through the Holidays

Megabus.com Keeps It Moving Through the Holidays

Looking to travel for less this holiday season?  Then look no further than megabus.com.

The first city-to-city express bus company has now opened its ticket booking window to accomodate holiday travelers.  Fares will start as low as $1 and booking will remain open until Jan. 8.

“The holidays are an expensive time of year and travelers are looking for the best deal,” said VP of marketing and public relations for megabus.com Mike Alvich.

 “Megabus.com’s affordable fares make sure our customers have enough money left in their pocket to spend on gifts for their loved ones,” he said. 

More than 410,000 passengers used the holiday service in 2011 and the company expects an increase this year. 

The express service double-decker buses come equipped with free Wi-Fi and power outlets, and offer service to nearly 90 cities throughout America.

 

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.