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Memphis candle company sparks rave reviews

Memphis candle company sparks rave reviews

Who doesn't love to walk into any space and be greeted by an exhilarating aroma?

Our sense of smell is fundamental: from what we choose to eat to our laundry detergent purchase to medicinal choices like aromatherapy.

Face it, scent is an essential part of who we are as individuals.

Two people who inspired me this week

Two people who inspired me this week

Something that has always been a blessing to me in my professional life, is the different people I meet from day to day, just by virtue of working for a television news station - but also by chance. I've met people from all walks of life with complex life stories and sometimes very public struggles. This week I met with two individuals who not only impressed me, but also left me inspired.

Megabus.com Keeps It Moving Through the Holidays

Megabus.com Keeps It Moving Through the Holidays

Looking to travel for less this holiday season?  Then look no further than megabus.com.

The first city-to-city express bus company has now opened its ticket booking window to accomodate holiday travelers.  Fares will start as low as $1 and booking will remain open until Jan. 8.

“The holidays are an expensive time of year and travelers are looking for the best deal,” said VP of marketing and public relations for megabus.com Mike Alvich.

 “Megabus.com’s affordable fares make sure our customers have enough money left in their pocket to spend on gifts for their loved ones,” he said. 

More than 410,000 passengers used the holiday service in 2011 and the company expects an increase this year. 

The express service double-decker buses come equipped with free Wi-Fi and power outlets, and offer service to nearly 90 cities throughout America.

 

2nd annual Collierville Haunted Trail at Johnson Park

2nd annual Collierville Haunted Trail at Johnson Park

 

The Town of Collierville and Kiwanis Club are excited to present the 2nd Annual Haunted Trail October 26 and 27 designed to offer the complete scare experience in Collierville's best backyard!

Children ages 10 and up and adults will enjoy this thrilling adventure set on the beautiful and scenic grounds of W. C. Johnson Park - that is, until the sun sets and the lights go dim.

For those who need an adrenaline rush, the Haunted Trail will not disappoint! Various scare stations around the lake and through the woods will provide ample opportunities to test the ticker.

Entrance into The Haunted Trail is $10.00.

Tickets will be sold on site.

Tree trimmer dies while working in Collierville

(WMC-TV) - A tree trimmer died while working in a Collierville backyard near Collierville-Arlington Road Monday afternoon.

According to Collierville Public Information Officer Mark Heuberger, the tree trimmer was safely harnessed in the tree he was trimming when he passed out. 

Firefighters had to bring him down.  When they got him to the ground, he was dead.

Heuberger said it appears the tree trimmer died of natural causes at this point.

The name of the man is not being released at this time.

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U of M radio station celebrates college radio day

U of M radio station celebrates college radio day

 

Wednesday was College Radio Day and schools across the nation hosted events to raise awareness and hopefully reach new listeners.

And Memphis’ own WUMR, U-92 FM “The Jazz Lover” is participated as well. The station broadcasted live from The University of Memphis Campus from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The special broadcast was held in the College of Communications and Fine Arts Plaza, which is the space between the Theatre and Music building.

This is the second year WUMR has participated in College Radio Day. And Christopher Davis, Program Director for WUMR says this year was not simply about the music – it was about sending an important message.

The station chose to celebrate college day by alerting people to the dangers of texting while driving. They had a mangled car on display and talked about the dangers of texting while driving. “The Jazz Lover” crew encouraged passersby to sign an online pledge against texting while driving.

Mosquito Spraying continues in Shelby County

Mosquito Spraying continues in Shelby County

(WMC-TV) – All Shelby County ZIP codes have tested positive at some point during the year for West Nile Virus carried by mosquitoes.

Due to this, the Shelby County Health Department will continue their truck-mounted spraying of insecticide, weather permitting, in the following areas

Tuesday, October 2

7:00 p.m. – 10: 00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38002, 38016, 38028, 38133, 38134, 38135

 

Wednesday, October 3

7:00 p.m. – 10: 00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38002, 38128, 38133, 38134, 38135

 

Thursday, October 4

7:00 p.m. – 10: 00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38053, 38108, 38128, 38134, 38135

 

Monday, October 8

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38127