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MLGW to sponsor Special Olympics Sportsfest

MLGW to sponsor Special Olympics Sportsfest

MLGW is giving back to the community for the 24th consecutive year as it sponsors the Special Olympics Sportsfest at Rhodes College this weekend.

Dozens of MLGW employee volunteers will assist with the Special Olympics festivities including volleyball and power lifting.

See the Titanic in true 3-D in Tunica

See the Titanic in true 3-D in Tunica

Information provided by Hollywood Casino Tunica

The RMS Titanic, the world largest ship, sank April 15, 1912, after colliding with an iceberg in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. The accident claimed the lives of over 1,500 passengers. April 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the famed Titanic.  The 1997 Titanic movie, which won 11 Academy Awards and starred Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, has been rereleased in 3-D in time for this centennial.

But, if you really want to see the Titanic in true 3-D, then get to Hollywood Casino Tunica, just south of Memphis, to view their extensive, major memorabilia collection of props from the 1997 James Cameron Titanic movie.

Runners, Get Set to Register Early and Secure your Spot for the 2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Week

Runners, Get Set to Register Early and Secure your Spot for the  2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Week

 

Commit to raising $2,500 and receive exclusive weekend package; Discount pricing ends April 30

Early registration is now open for the 2012 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend to from Nov. 29-Dec. 1.  More than 17,000 participants are expected for the annually sold out event that benefits St. Jude, where the world’s sickest children receive the best care at no cost to their family.

Earth Day 5K Run

The Earth Day 5K Run will be held April 22, at 2:00 P.M., at Shelby Farms Park.  You can experience a new 5K course, with proceeds benefitting the park.  Dress in an "Eco-themed" costume and compete for prizes.  After the run, you can take part in a project to benefit the park, such as tree planting, or trail clean up.  You can register for the run at earthday5k.racesonline.com

Memphis chosen as a "Green Lane" city, milestone for our livability effort

Memphis chosen as a "Green Lane" city, milestone for our livability effort

Last week was a milestone for Memphis livability as our city was one of six cities picked by the Bikes Belong Foundation for its Green Lane Project, an effort to fast-track physically protected bikeway designs.

The six cities were chosen from a pool of 42 city applications.

Bad Dog's Legacy Continues With Charity Run

The John "Bad Dog" McCormack Memorial 5K is coming up on Saturday, April 28th, benefiting Ronald McDonald House of Memphis. 

McCormack used his radio fame to raise awareness & funds for Ronald McDonald House for over 20 years.  The House serves the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital patients & their families.

The race will wind through the streets of downtown Memphis, including around FedExForum & Riverside Drive.

Registration is $25 through April 11th ($5 more after the 11th).

To register, to find out more about the event, or learn more about the charity, check out their website.