Our network

Sports & Recreation

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.

Off-Leash areas around Shelby County

Off-Leash areas around Shelby County

Now that the weather is warmer, local pet lovers want somewhere to run around with their pups. If you don't want to stay in your own backyard, go to one of the off-leash dog parks in the area.

There are several locations throughout the Mid-South where dogs can enjoy the freedom of being off-leash and owners don't have to fear their furry friends running out into the street.

Safe, fenced-in areas are available to the public, and the only necessity for most is that the dog be up-to-date on vaccinations.

1. Shelby Farms Dog Park: The most well-known and largest in the area. The park has recently finished updates to the area which includes water, a wooded area and large fields. There is a separate entrance for the dog area, located off of Trinity Road at Gate 12.

Youth Villages 5K Event Fundraiser Returns

The Youth Villages 5k still has a spot for you in its 2012 run, taking place Saturday, April 21 at the Ridgeway Center. The run benefits the Memphis-founded organization and offers programs and services to help emotionally and behaviorally troubled children and their families.

This year's fundraising goal is $90,000 and your entry can help make a difference.

Advance registration is $20 for adults & $15 for students and for non-timed walkers.

The race begins at 9:00 a.m.

For more information, check out their website or call 901-251-4827.