Fifth event in BLDG Memphis series invites public to ‘Reimagine Black Wall Street‘ this Saturday, September 23 The Greater Whitehaven Economic Redevelopment Corporation will co-host…
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Revolutionizing Transportation: “Youth Transportation Equity Convening” Puts Youth Voices at the Forefront of Advocacy in Memphis
The 2023 Youth Transportation Equity Convening is revolutionizing how Americans perceive transportation systems nation-wide. Focused on BIPOC youth advocacy, the gathering brings together renowned industry…
Read More Revolutionizing Transportation: “Youth Transportation Equity Convening” Puts Youth Voices at the Forefront of Advocacy in MemphisLatasha Harris talks about what to expect for tomorrow’s Medical District Wellness Festival
The first Free Medical District Wellness Festival is set for tomorrow, Sept. 16th Inaugural event will provide services and resources from area healthcare professionals By…
Read More Latasha Harris talks about what to expect for tomorrow’s Medical District Wellness FestivalMMDC launches Medical District Wellness Festival, September 16
In collaboration with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), MMDC launches the inaugural Medical District Wellness Festival Presented by Cigna Healthcare. This event…
Read More MMDC launches Medical District Wellness Festival, September 16Clean Memphis Awarded $500K EPA Grant to Reduce Plastic in Waterways
Water refill stations to be installed in local parks and schools Clean Memphis has been awarded a $500K grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency…
Read More Clean Memphis Awarded $500K EPA Grant to Reduce Plastic in WaterwaysThe New Tom Lee: America’s Newest Riverfront Destination Opens Along the Mighty Mississippi River
Tom Lee Park, a newly transformed, 31-acre riverfront park running alongside the Mississippi River in downtown Memphis, reopened Saturday, September 2, 2023, in time for…
Read More The New Tom Lee: America’s Newest Riverfront Destination Opens Along the Mighty Mississippi RiverBringing Local Arts and Seniors Together, Creatively
“We want to do more,” says Executive Director Mia Henley Creative Aging, the Memphis nonprofit that activates seniors’ lives through the arts, is reaching a…
Read More Bringing Local Arts and Seniors Together, CreativelyWelcome to Memphis Launches Innovative Strategy to Support Hospitality Professionals
While the local hospitality and tourism industry is quickly recovering in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, the pent-up demand for travel is meeting a…
Read More Welcome to Memphis Launches Innovative Strategy to Support Hospitality ProfessionalsKindred Place Now Accepting TennCare, Expands Access to Mental Health Services
More individuals and families in Memphis can now receive low-cost or free counseling and support Kindred Place, a counseling and education center in Midtown Memphis,…
Read More Kindred Place Now Accepting TennCare, Expands Access to Mental Health Services100 N. Main Renovations Looking Up: EDGE Approves $5 Million in Funds
EDGE Announces New Incentives, Fosters Progress Through Strategic Partnerships This week, the EDGE Board approved a $5 million loan as part of the overall capital…
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