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MCS parent named Father of the Year

Thursday, May 24th, 2012, 10:35am

Radford Dockery, Memphis City Schools’ parent and community volunteer, has been announced as the Committed Fathers Alliance (CFA) 2012 Father of the Year. Dockery is a 10-year member of the MCS Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program.

He also volunteers his time at Shelby Oaks Elementary, Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary, Craigmont Middle and Craigmont High Schools. Dockery will be recognized and honored during the 14th Annual International Fatherhood Conference, which will be held June 12 through 15, in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

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St. Jude Bass Classic prepares for 40th tournament

Submitted by Michael Clark on Monday, May 21st, 11:26 am

Hundreds of Mid-South fisherman are gearing up to compete for a good cause this Memorial Day weekend in the St. Jude Bass Classic. The tournament is celebrating its' 40th year.

More than $2.5 million dollars have been raised since the competition’s beginning. Every dollar goes right to the hospital.

Each year the tournament focuses on one special patient, and fishing is a big part of this year’s patients’ family.

Hayden Taylor was recently diagnosed with cancer. Taylor and his father were out on the boat fishing when they received a phone call with the life-changing news.

Taylor’s family will drive from Virginia to be a part of the tournament.

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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.

You can watch more by clicking the video.

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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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National Library Workers Week

Submitted by Bernadette Davis, Freelance Writer

Thursday, April 5th, 2012, 1:16pm

“You belong @ your library” is the National Library Workers Week 2012 theme. Whether you are a job seeker looking for career resources, a student working on a school project, a parent looking for free educational activities for children, an avid reader in search of the next popular book, or if you are taking advantage of the many services and resources the library has to offer, “you belong @ your library.”

“The Memphis Public Library & Information Center plays a critical role in the community. We are on the cutting edge of new technology and offer a wide-range of new electronic services…it is an honor to work in such a powerful place alongside so many wonderful, dedicated, and knowledgeable individuals.” said Keenon McCloy, Memphis Public Library & Information Center Director of Libraries.

National Library Week is Sunday, April 8 – Saturday, April 14.

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Career & Internship Expo

Submitted by Katie Hannings, Editor

Wednesday, April 4th, 2012, 7:50am

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, Editor

Friday, March 30th, 2012, 8:03am

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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