Morning rain causes chaotic commute

Submitted by Tammy Phillips on Monday, July 12th, 10:43 am

Morning rain caused a chaotic commute for travelers across Shelby County. Heavy downpours that began in the early morning hours continued until after 9am. Street flooding and accidents slowed traffic to a halt in some areas. Traffic was stalled for more than 20 minutes in Shelby Farms around 8am. I-240 was also bumper to bumper. An accident at Sam Cooper and East Parkway backed cars up for almost a half mile around 9am.

Action News 5 Meteorologist Ron Childers says more than three inches of rain fell in Midtown this morning. He says the airport reporting station recorded 2.84 inches of rain. Ron says we can expect more scattered showers today and Tuesday.

You can get the latest forecast by clicking here.

A wreck at Sam Cooper & East Parkway backs up traffic.

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Another busy weekend across the Mid-South

Submitted by Jason Plank, WMCTV.com

Sunday, July 11th, 2010, 2:14pm

With sunny skies and (mostly) decent temperatures across the Mid-South, it was another great weekend to be out and about!

From the Tomato Festival in Ripley to the finale of this year's World Cup, there were plenty of gatherings and things to do!

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Top teen players return to Racquet Club

Submitted by Stuart Ervin on Saturday, July 10th, 3:08 pm

The most promising teen tennis players in the country return to The Racquet Club of Memphis for the 28th consecutive year for the USTA Girls' 18 National Clay Court Championships.

The tournament will be held from July 18 to July 25. Play begins each day at 8 a.m. Sites for the tournament are The Racquet Club of Memphis at 5111 Sanderlin Avenue, Memphis Country Club at 600 Goodwyn Street and The University Club at 1346 Central Avenue.

The winner of the tournament will receive a wild card entry into the qualifying rounds of the Cellular South Cup, which will be held at The Racquet Club in February. This year's tournament will feature events for players, parents and coaches, including a Player's Banquet and college workshops with over 70 college coaches in attendance.

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American Red Cross to hold Lifeguard Games

Submitted by Stuart Ervin on Saturday, July 10th, 2:51 pm

The American Red Cross Mid-South Chapter along with Make a Splash Mid-South will host the 2nd Annual Lifeguard Games at the Jewish Community Center at 6560 Poplar Avenue on Sunday, July 11.

Check in for the event begins at 5:30 p.m. and the competition begins at 6 p.m. The Lifeguard Games will prepare lifeguards for aquatic emergencies and encourage teamwork among lifeguards.

The event is free to the public and people are encouraged to come cheer for their favorite team.

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Vehicle inspection stations to resume normal hours

Submitted by Stuart Ervin on Friday, July 9th, 6:05 pm

The City of Memphis Motor Vehicle Inspection Bureau will resume normal operating hours Monday, July 12.

All lanes at all inspection stations will be open:

Monday through Friday, July 12 through July 23 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Washington Avenue Station.
Saturday, July 17 and July 24 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at all stations.
Monday through Friday, July 12 through July 23 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the White Station and Lamar Avenue Stations.

Drivers can have their vehicles inspected 90 days before the expiration date. No paperwork is required for vehicle inspections.

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Christian music concert

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Thursday, July 8th, 2010, 6:30pm

Press release:

What, When, Where:
Music Revival (non-denominational), Saturday July 10th, 1 pm - 9, Audubon Park Baptist Church campus, admission $3, indoor event, concessions, musician's merchandise.

Who:
We have invited every genre of musician we can think of from classical to hip hop to sacred harp to traditional gospel, to indie, to heavy metal, to psychedelic - the common denominator is the musicians are passionate about music and love the Lord.

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Event for Memphis women business owners

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Thursday, July 8th, 2010, 6:17pm

Press Release:

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Memphis Chapter is hosting a networking luncheon meeting on Tuesday, July 13th at Jason’s Deli. “Think Big: Things Happen” is a networking opportunity to connect Memphis women business owners with corporate and community leaders. Attendees are allowed 60 seconds to pitch their business during the meeting.

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