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(MEMPHIS, TENN. November 19, 2009) St. Jude Children's Research Hospital patients got a head start on the holiday season by helping construct the hospital's seven-foot-tall gingerbread house with some expert chefs. This year's gingerbread house recipe included more than 350 pounds of sugar, 1,600 egg whites,...
(MEMPHIS, TENN. November 19, 2009) St. Jude Children's Research Hospital patients got a head start on the holiday season by helping construct the hospital's seven-foot-tall gingerbread house...   (Associated Press)
High Octane Thrills and Caged Heat Racing Series invite Small Businesses in America to garner national exposure through this unprecedented sponsorship opportunity.  (PRNewsFoto/High Octane Thrills)
High Octane Thrills and Caged Heat Racing Series invite Small Businesses in America to garner national exposure through this unprecedented sponsorship opportunity. (PRNewsFoto/High Octane Thrills)   (Associated Press)
The professionals at FedEx Office can pack and ship your holiday package at more than 1,800 FedEx Office locations nationwide.
The professionals at FedEx Office can pack and ship your holiday package at more than 1,800 FedEx Office locations nationwide.   (Associated Press)
FedEx Corp. today announced SenseAware(SM) powered by FedEx, a next generation, first-of-its-kind information service that combines a GPS sensor device and a web-based collaboration platform. (Photo: Business Wire)
FedEx Corp. today announced SenseAware(SM) powered by FedEx, a next generation, first-of-its-kind information service that combines a GPS sensor device and a web-based collaboration platform. (Photo:...   (Associated Press)
The Guinness World Record for Largest Cheerleading Dance involved 297 participants and was achieved by the Universal Cheerleaders Association at the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2009.  (PRNewsFoto/Guinness World Records)
The Guinness World Record for Largest Cheerleading Dance involved 297 participants and was achieved by the Universal Cheerleaders Association at the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee in celebration...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2008 file photo, FedEx workers sort packages passing along a conveyor belt before loading them onto delivery trucks at the FedEx Express Station in New York. The company, based in Memphis, Tenn., forecasts it will ship 13 million packages on Dec. 14, 2009, which...
FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2008 file photo, FedEx workers sort packages passing along a conveyor belt before loading them onto delivery trucks at the FedEx Express Station in New York. The company, based...   (Associated Press)
COMMERCIAL IMAGE, LAS VEGAS, NV  Nov. 3, 2009: In this photograph taken by AP Images for St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Latin recording artist Luis Fonsi, left, with St. Jude patient  Denisse (cq) Benitez, 15, from El Salvador, announces the launching of the annual St Jude's Thanks and Giving Campaign...
COMMERCIAL IMAGE, LAS VEGAS, NV Nov. 3, 2009: In this photograph taken by AP Images for St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Latin recording artist Luis Fonsi, left, with St. Jude patient Denisse...   (Associated Press)
As part of St. Jude Children's Research  Hospital's Halloween extravaganza, patients confined to their hospital  beds took part in reverse trick-or-treating, in which costumed employees  brought treats to the children. The hospital organizes Halloween events  each year so that patients and their families can take a break from...
As part of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's Halloween extravaganza, patients confined to their hospital beds took part in reverse trick-or-treating, in which costumed employees brought...   (Associated Press)
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Montego Glover is shown in a scene from the musical
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Montego Glover is shown in a scene from the musical "Memphis," playing at Broadway's Shubert Theatre in New York. (AP Photo/The Hartman Group,...   (Associated Press)
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, dancers perform in a scene from the musical
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, dancers perform in a scene from the musical "Memphis," playing at Broadway's Shubert Theatre in New York. (AP Photo/The Hartman Group, Joan...   (Associated Press)
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Chad Kimball is shown in a scene from the musical
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Chad Kimball is shown in a scene from the musical "Memphis," playing at Broadway's Shubert Theatre in New York. (AP Photo/The Hartman Group,...   (Associated Press)
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, dancers perform in a scene from the musical
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, dancers perform in a scene from the musical "Memphis," playing at Broadway's Shubert Theatre in New York. (AP Photo/The Hartman Group, Joan...   (Associated Press)
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Montego Glover is shown in a scene from the musical
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Montego Glover is shown in a scene from the musical "Memphis," playing at Broadway's Shubert Theatre in New York. (AP Photo/The Hartman Group,...   (Associated Press)
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Chad Kimball is shown in a scene from the musical
In this theater publicity image released by The Hartman Group, Chad Kimball is shown in a scene from the musical "Memphis," playing at Broadway's Shubert Theatre in New York. (AP Photo/The Hartman Group,...   (Associated Press)
COMMERCIAL IMAGE: In this photograph taken by AP Images for UPS, UPS employees volunteer their services to clean canned food and juice at the Mid-South Food Bank on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 in Memphis, Tenn., as part of UPS Global Volunteer Month.  (Lance Murphey/AP Images for UPS)
COMMERCIAL IMAGE: In this photograph taken by AP Images for UPS, UPS employees volunteer their services to clean canned food and juice at the Mid-South Food Bank on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 in Memphis,...   (Associated Press)
From left, musicians Richie Sambora,  David Bryan and Tico Torres attend the opening night of the Broadway musical
From left, musicians Richie Sambora, David Bryan and Tico Torres attend the opening night of the Broadway musical "Memphis", in New York, on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)   (Associated Press)
Actor Patrick Wilson attends the opening night of the Broadway musical
Actor Patrick Wilson attends the opening night of the Broadway musical "Memphis", in New York, on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)   (Associated Press)
Opening night of the Broadway musical
Opening night of the Broadway musical "Memphis", in New York, on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)   (Associated Press)
Musician David Bryan and fiancee Lexi Quaas attend the opening night of the Broadway musical
Musician David Bryan and fiancee Lexi Quaas attend the opening night of the Broadway musical "Memphis", in New York, on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)   (Associated Press)
Musician David Bryan, left, and author Joe DiPietro answer questions at the opening night of the Broadway musical
Musician David Bryan, left, and author Joe DiPietro answer questions at the opening night of the Broadway musical "Memphis", in New York, on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)   (Associated Press)
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Memphis coach Josh Pastner gestures during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Central Arkansas in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Memphis won 81-49. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Memphis coach Josh Pastner gestures during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Central Arkansas in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Memphis won 81-49. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)   (Associated Press)
Memphis guard Elliot Williams (15) drives against Central Arkansas guard Mike Pouncy (5) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Memphis won 81-49.  (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Memphis guard Elliot Williams (15) drives against Central Arkansas guard Mike Pouncy (5) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Memphis won...   (Associated Press)
Memphis guard Willie Kemp (5) drives to the basket against Central Arkansas' Tadre Sheppard, left, and Mitch Rueter, top, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Memphis' Drew Barham (12) watches. Memphis won 81-49. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Memphis guard Willie Kemp (5) drives to the basket against Central Arkansas' Tadre Sheppard, left, and Mitch Rueter, top, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday,...   (Associated Press)
Memphis guard Roburt Sallie (3) goes to the basket against Central Arkansas defenders Mitch Rueter (34) and Chris Williams (55) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Memphis won 81-49. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Memphis guard Roburt Sallie (3) goes to the basket against Central Arkansas defenders Mitch Rueter (34) and Chris Williams (55) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn.,...   (Associated Press)
Central Arkansas coach Rand Chappell walks out onto the court during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Memphis in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Central Arkansas coach Rand Chappell walks out onto the court during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Memphis in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)   (Associated Press)
Central Arkansas forward Mitch Rueter (34) drives to the basket against Memphis defender D.J. Stephens, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Central Arkansas forward Mitch Rueter (34) drives to the basket against Memphis defender D.J. Stephens, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov....   (Associated Press)
Memphis forward Will Coleman (10) defends against Central Arkansas guard Dewan Clayborn (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Memphis forward Will Coleman (10) defends against Central Arkansas guard Dewan Clayborn (3) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Lance...   (Associated Press)
Central Arkansas forward Tadre Sheppard (24) goes to the basket over Memphis guard Willie Kemp (5) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Lance Murphey)
Central Arkansas forward Tadre Sheppard (24) goes to the basket over Memphis guard Willie Kemp (5) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP...   (Associated Press)
Memphis Grizzlies' Rudy Gay, right, blocks a shot by Sacramento Kings' Jason Thompson during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis won 116-105. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Memphis Grizzlies' Rudy Gay, right, blocks a shot by Sacramento Kings' Jason Thompson during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis won 116-105. (AP...   (Associated Press)
Memphis Grizzlies' O.J. Mayo drives to the basket past Sacramento Kings' Sergio Rodriguez, left, of Spain, and Donte Greene, bottom, during the second half of NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis won 116-105. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Memphis Grizzlies' O.J. Mayo drives to the basket past Sacramento Kings' Sergio Rodriguez, left, of Spain, and Donte Greene, bottom, during the second half of NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday,...   (Associated Press)
Memphis Grizzlies' Rudy Gay goes to the basket for two of his 24 points against the Sacramento Kings, during the second half of an NBA basketball game game in Memphis,Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis won 116-105. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Memphis Grizzlies' Rudy Gay goes to the basket for two of his 24 points against the Sacramento Kings, during the second half of an NBA basketball game game in Memphis,Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis...   (Associated Press)
Players on the Memphis Grizzlies bench celebrate during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn. Memphis won 116-105. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Players on the Memphis Grizzlies bench celebrate during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Sacramento Kings on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn. Memphis won 116-105. (AP Photo/Mark...   (Associated Press)
Memphis Grizzlies' Hasheem Thabeet, right, is fouled by Sacramento Kings' Jon Brockman, left, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis won 116-105. (AP Photo/ Mark Weber)
Memphis Grizzlies' Hasheem Thabeet, right, is fouled by Sacramento Kings' Jon Brockman, left, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Memphis won 116-105....   (Associated Press)
Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans, second from right, drives to the basket against Memphis Grizzlies', from left, Marc Gasol, of Spain; Sam Young; and Rudy Gay during the first half of an NBA basketball game game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans, second from right, drives to the basket against Memphis Grizzlies', from left, Marc Gasol, of Spain; Sam Young; and Rudy Gay during the first half of an NBA basketball...   (Associated Press)
Sacramento Kings' Spencer Hawes, middle, is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies' Hasheem Thabeet, left, as Sacramento's Omri Casspi, right, of Israel, looks on during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Sacramento Kings' Spencer Hawes, middle, is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies' Hasheem Thabeet, left, as Sacramento's Omri Casspi, right, of Israel, looks on during the first half of an NBA basketball game...   (Associated Press)
Memphis Grizzlies' O.J. Mayo, front, is fouled by Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans, back, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Memphis Grizzlies' O.J. Mayo, front, is fouled by Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans, back, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)   (Associated Press)
Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans, left, drives to the basket by Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol, right, of Spain, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Weber)
Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans, left, drives to the basket by Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol, right, of Spain, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Memphis, Tenn., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009....   (Associated Press)
Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Jennings smiles after making a three point shot in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn against the Memphis Grizzlies.   The Bucks defeated the Grizzlies 103-98.  Jennings lead the scoring for the bucks with 26 points. (AP Photo/Nikki...
Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Jennings smiles after making a three point shot in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn against the Memphis Grizzlies. ...   (Associated Press)
Memphis Grizzlies foward Rudy Gay, right, drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Charlie Bell, left, in the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn.   The Bucks defeated the Grizzlies 103-98.  Gay lead the scoring for the Grizzlies with 24 points.  (AP...
Memphis Grizzlies foward Rudy Gay, right, drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Charlie Bell, left, in the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn....   (Associated Press)
Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Jennings shot is defended by Memphis Grizzlies Sam Young, DeMarre Carroll (1), and Marcus Williams in the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in Memphis, Tenn.   The Bucks defeated the Grizzlies 103-98.  Jennings lead the scoring with 26 points. (AP Photo/Nikki...
Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Jennings shot is defended by Memphis Grizzlies Sam Young, DeMarre Carroll (1), and Marcus Williams in the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in...   (Associated Press)
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  • Careful, dudes: Memphis fraternities learn safe partying

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:05:00 AM

    More than 300 members of 10 fraternities at University of Memphis attended a "Risk Management Educational Seminar" this week, in order to regain privileges to host parties. More »

  • Southaven gets Southern Lights ready to sparkle

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:05:00 AM

    About 100,000 twinkling lights will shine in Southaven's Central Park beginning Thursday night as Southern Lights opens for its ninth year. More »

  • MCS Supt. Kriner Cash criticizes state's grading of schools

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:04:00 AM

    Memphis City Schools Supt. Kriner Cash says the state set the curve on its report card for school districts to favor affluent communities. But the state Department of Education says Cash misunderstands the "nuances" behind the state report card. More »

  • DeSoto County school system adopts policy for teachers

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:04:00 AM

    In the wake of two recent incidents involving alleged inappropriate activity between teachers and students, DeSoto County school board members Tuesday enacted policies aimed at heading off future problems. More »

  • Olive Branch police increase presence at stores

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:03:00 AM

    Olive Branch police officers stepped up patrols around the Wal-Mart and Camp Creek Boulevard corridors Tuesday because of reports of auto burglaries. More »

  • In brief: Flu vaccine now available for free

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:02:00 AM

    The State Department of Health said Tuesday that the swine flu nasal mist vaccine is now available for free at county health departments for all healthy residents ages 2 to 49. More »

  • More midyear cuts not likely for Bartlett

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:00:00 AM

    The news isn't quite as bad as last year, and Bartlett department heads aren't under orders to take a midyear whack at their budgets. More »

  • Memphis City Schools board to push lawmakers to approve parenting classes

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:00:00 AM

    If it's not possible to legislate good parenting, the city school board is going to try to get the law on its side to get parents' attention. More »

  • Fake money making rounds in Horn Lake

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:00:00 AM

    Two counterfeit $100 bills have turned up in Horn Lake, and police are looking for the culprit who passed them. More »

  • Holiday closings

    Memphis Commercial Appeal | 11/25/2009 12:00:00 AM

    ARLINGTON: Arlington Town Hall and other government offices will be closed Thursday and Friday in observation of Thanksgiving. Trash pickup will be delayed by one day. More »

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