Parents & kids

Fall festival will be held in Bartlett

Submitted by Bo Bradley, AN5 News Photographer

Monday, October 1st, 2012, 6:13am

The Tennessee Baptist Childrens Home located at 6896 Hwy. 70 in Bartlett, will host their Fall Festival on Saturday, October 20, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Activities include face painting, car and bike show, surprise character visits, carnival games, hayrides, and much more.

There will also be free food and drink available.

For more information, call 386-3961.

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Arlington High wins State Championship baseball

Submitted by Justin Hanson, West Tennessee Reporter

Friday, September 28th, 2012, 7:10am

Arlington High wins State Championship baseball

Arlington High School Varsity Baseball won the Division 1 "AAA" State Championship in May 2012.

The baseball team received their state championship rings in a ring ceremony held during halftime at the Arlington High School football game on September 7th.

Each of the varsity players received a ring presented by head baseball coach Chris Ring.

Arlington baseball player shows off championship ring

Coach Ben Glasgow, Coach Chris Ring, Matthew Ferguson, Senior 2012

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Local mom finds Mid-South kid-friendly restaurants

Submitted by Karen Bray on Monday, September 24th, 10:42 am

(WMC-TV) - Are you looking for Mid-south restaurants that have separate play areas for the kids? Here is a list of Memphis-Mom approved restaurants.

One restaurant that has many locations and is family-friendly is Chick-fil-A. They have separate and sound-proofed play area for children. They also provide free Wi-Fi for those parents that need to get some work in while the kids play.

There are several great places with play areas in the Collierville area. One is the Dinks location in Collierville. They have a playroom for kids in the back corner. The Back Yard Burgers on Houston Levee also has a great play area.

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A Cool Way to Help

Submitted by Lyle Bontrager on Monday, September 24th, 8:54 am

(WMC-TV) - It's always nice to do something you enjoy and help others at the same time. Here's an opportunity to do both this Saturday!

The "Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival" will be held this Saturday, Sept. 29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at AutoZone Park (at the corner of Union Ave. and 3rd Street), and it benefits the Ronald McDonald House.

Participants will be able to enjoy a variety of ice creams, frozen treats, snacks, and drinks from several local vendors. There will be games and activities for kids, including face-painting and photos with costumed characters, as well as an Entertainment Stage featuring live entertainment and fun contests. Additionally, there will be a silent auction.

Tickets are $7 in advance, and $10 at the door.

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Countrywood Neighborhood Sale

Submitted by April Dawn, Journalist

Friday, September 21st, 2012, 11:04am

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.

Frequently asked questions:

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Make-A-Wish Mid-South joins Straight Talk Wireless to raise $1 million

Submitted by Jamel Major on Friday, September 21st, 10:31 am

Make-A-Wish Mid-South is encouraging consumers in the Memphis, TN region to go to their local Walmart starting this Saturday to show their support for Make-A-Wish by taking part in a brief demonstration of a Straight Talk Wireless Android smart phone.

For every shopper who participates, Straight Talk Wireless will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish, with the ultimate goal of raising $1,000,000.

Carried out under the banner “One Minute One Million,” the Straight Talk Wireless/Make-A-Wish initiative will take place from 10-4 p.m. over four consecutive Saturdays starting September 22, 2012 at 23 participating Walmarts in the Memphis, TN region.

The funds contributed by Straight Talk Wireless will help grant wishes in Make-A-Wish Mid-South communities and other cities and towns across the country.

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Panda-rific! Despite controversy, Memphis Zoo impresses visitors

Submitted by Michael Addison on Friday, September 21st, 9:42 am

The Memphis Zoo recently found itself in the mouth of controversy after Memphis City Councilman Lee Harris highlighted in the news he thinks admission prices to get into the zoo are too expensive.

This week, Councilman Harris called for a review of the city's contract with the zoo and the zoo's prices, calling the facility "inaccessible" for people who can't afford admission. I, however, disagree.

Last year, my cousin and his best friend, who's become like one to me, made the trip from Louisiana up to Memphis to check out all the hot spots, especially the restaurants. One day during their visit we decided to go to the zoo, and I was especially excited because it was my first time going as well.

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