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Performers show Carver High support

Perfromers, artists, alumni and students held a benefit concert to save Carver High School.

This is just the most recent event in an effort to keep the school from closing.

Carver High Students and Alumni have been vocal in opposing the plan to close the school and combine it with Booker T. Washington High.

Friday afternoon those supporters took to the stage.

Carver is one of 11 so-called underutilized schools that the Shelby County School board has voted to begin the process of closing.

It is part of the board's effort to help cut merger costs heading into the fall.

T.O. Fuller State Park day camp

T.O. Fuller State Park day camp

Junior Ranger Day Camp starts June 3rd at 5pm. The camp is designed for children ages 6 to 14. Programs held during camp days will help children build a better relationship with the great outdoors and have fun while learning.

The curriculum includes safety, learning about birds of prey, reptiles, and amphibians. Participants will also learn about the parks history, geology, wetlands, and plants. Programs will include various hikes, games, and crafts.

Jr. Ranger campers are asked to wear sturdy shoes for hiking and water shoes or old tennis to participate in games and crafts. Participants are encouraged to apply sunscreen before arrival and bring extra sunscreen, a hat, and a small backpack. Insect repellent and a camera are also recommended. Snacks and water will be provided.

T.O. Fuller State Park prepares for Earth Day hike

  • Trail Name: Discovery Trail
  • Date and Time of Event: Sunday April 21, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.
  • Meeting Location: Park Visitor’s Center
  • Minimum Age: 6+ years old
  • Length of Hike: Approximately 4 miles
  • Description: Join T.O.

Church helps hundreds in Easter spirit

Church helps hundreds in Easter spirit

Memphis' The Word Church is using the spirit of Easter to give free food and clothing to more than 400 needy families.

Congregation members are calling the event "Get Up Week". This Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. families will be able to pick up the free items at the church located at 3852 Park Avenue.

However, you must have a voucher to participate. The pastor said vouchers can be picked up at the church Monday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

"So the people will be able to experience the love that our ministry wants to push out from the ministry to let people know that there is hope for tomorrow. Not only will it be the food basket given out, we'll have doctors on site who will be doing health screenings. We will have attorneys who will be here sharing with us, who will be sharing legal information," said pastor Aaron Litzey.

Litzsey says you can also find out about jobs and housing at their event by emailing him at thewordchurchmemphis@gmail.com.

Permission granted to “KICK BUTTS”!

Permission granted to “KICK BUTTS”!

The Shelby County Health Department (SCHD), in collaboration with other local organizations, will encourage youth to take a stand against big tobacco companies and educate their peers about the importance of not smoking on Kick Butts Day, Wednesday, March 20.

Kick Butts Day is a national day of activism which empowers youth to stand out, speak up and seize control against big tobacco companies. Health officials want to raise awareness of the tobacco problem, encourage youth to stay tobacco-free and urge strong action to protect kids from tobacco.

Representatives from the health department will be at the following locations on Wednesday, March 20, to distribute information and tips on smoking cessation:

• Benjamin Hooks Library
3030 Poplar Ave.
10 a.m. to noon

• University of Memphis-University Center
499 University
1 p.m.

Rhodes College, Stax Museum to present Charles Lloyd Sky Trio

Rhodes College, Stax Museum to present Charles Lloyd Sky Trio

Rhodes College’s Mike Curb Institute for Music and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music will present the Charles Lloyd Sky Trio on March 18.