Almost everyone has been to a fair or carnival and enjoyed the rides, the shows, the exhibits and especially, the food.

"Fair food" should have its own level on the food pyramid because there aren't many of us who haven't enjoyed cotton candy, candy apples, corn dogs, deep fried Twinkies or funnel cakes as a child...But as an adult many of us think twice about those carnival calories.

Our nation as a whole is concerned with eating better and maintaining a healthier lifestyle making calorie conscience choices for their meals daily.

(WMC-TV) - A 5k and one mile fun run will be held at Shelby Farms in order to honor the memory of people who have died from ovarian cancer.

The Teal For A Cure 5k and fun run will be held September 22 at 9 a.m. 

In addition to the runs, there will be live music by the Wolf River Rednecks Band, a dove release, door prizes, and a silent auction.

For more information, visit the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Foundation by clicking here.

The Allstate Tailgate Tour, a unique and interactive fan experience visiting college football stadiums across the country, will make an appearance in Memphis before the Tennessee State Tigers take on the Jackson State Tigers in the annual Southern Heritage Classic on Saturday, September 8.

From creating signs in support of the Tigers to participating in games for a chance to win tailgate items, fans can take part in a variety of family-friendly activities at the Allstate Tailgate Tour. Fans can also take commemorative pictures of themselves to share instantly on social media.

At the tour, fans will also be invited to enter the “Allstate 60 Seconds of Mayhem Sweepstakes,” where two finalists will compete in a field goal kick competition at the Allstate Sugar Bowl to win a VIP trip to the 2013 BCS National Championship in Miami.

The Allstate Tailgate Tour will be open from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on September 8 at Lot 15 at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.