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Action News 5's Andrew Douglas cohost for Memphis Training Camp for Dads on June 15

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Monday, June 3rd, 9:22 am

The 3rd Annual Memphis Training Camp for Dads is scheduled for June 15th from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Fogelman Executive Center on the University of Memphis campus. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking and child care are also included.

The event celebrates fatherhood and is designed for those who are interested in learning ways to be the best father possible. The morning includes workshops and sessions followed by the Hall of Fame luncheon where Mayor Wharton will present awards to individuals who have been great fathers, role models, and patriarchs in our community. Action News 5's Andrew Douglas and Hallejuah FM's Michael Adrian Davis are Co-hosting the Hall of Fame luncheon.

To nominate a dad for a Hall of Fame award or to register go to www.memphistn.gov/fatherhood.

For more information email fatherhood@memphistn.gov or call 901.576.6507.

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Memphian Kris Thomas set to sing at Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Friday, May 24th, 9:15 am

Fresh off making into the Top 10 on NBC's The Voice, Kris Thomas will be singing the National Anthem when the Memphis Grizzlies host the San Antonio Spurs for Game 3 Saturday. He confirmed the news to Action News 5 Friday morning. Tipoff for Game 3 is set for 8pm Saturday May 25th

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Easy access to Memphis public pools

Submitted by Bernadette Davis, Freelance Writer

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, 2:04pm

The City of Memphis has an easier for you and your family to take advantage of public community pools this summer. You will need a City Access Card to attend any City of Memphis pool. The cards are free and can be obtained at any Memphis Library. You can also use the card to check out books from any Memphis Public Library. You do not need to obtain a City Access Card if you were previously issued a City of Memphis Parks and Neighborhoods Pool identification card.

You must register for a City Access Card if

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U of M announces NCAA ticket information

Submitted by WMCTV Web Staff

Sunday, March 17th, 2013, 9:26pm

U of M announces NCAA ticket information

The University of Memphis men's basketball team is going "dancing" again in the NCAA Tournament.

On Thursday, March 21, the Tigers will face the winner of the first-round game between Middle Tennessee and St. Mary’s in Auburn Hills, Mich. Game time for the Tigers’ second-round game will be determined.

The University of Memphis will receive 550 tickets, priced at $75 per session, for the NCAA Tournament Second/Third Rounds to be held in Auburn Hills on March 21st and 23 . The University will hold 200 tickets for Thursday’s game. These tickets are reserved for U of M students, which include team, band, spirit squad and their sponsors, and for the U of M administration, athletic department officials and student-athlete family members.

An additional 350 tickets will be reserved for use by the Tiger Scholarship Fund. Platinum and Gold Tigers will be limited to two tickets each and will be given from 8-10 a.m. Monday to call and place their ticket orders.

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Local restaurants, venues celebrate Super Bowl

Submitted by Ashli Blow, New Media Content Producer

Saturday, February 2nd, 2013, 10:30pm

Photo Source: River Inn Memphis

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VIDEO: Whitehaven High honored in national tour

Submitted by Michael Phillips

Saturday, January 5th, 2013, 6:10pm

Congratulations to the Whitehaven High Tigers football team.They were honored by the high school sports website Max Preps and the Army National Guard.

Out of all of the high school football teams nationwide, only fifty of the nation's top-ranked teams are being honored on the maxpreps football tour.

There was a full crowd at the auditorium Friday afternoon celebrating the Tigers big year.

Whitehaven high won the state championship for division 6-A in the fall.

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