Memphis News

12/20/24

GloRilla Surprises Her Memphis High School With $25,000 Donation

The funds will go toward a new library center, which will be named after the rapper. It’s the season of giving, and GloRilla is doing her part. Big Glo returned home to her alma mater Melrose High School in Memphis on Wednesday (Dec. 17), where she surprised students and faculty members with a $25,000 check. The CMG…

12/17/24

Memphis Brand Announces Search For Vice President, Brand Development

Memphis Brand believes in the power of catalytic positive change that exists at the intersection of mission and marketing. Through our efforts, we are generating massive visibility, energy, and investment into our community, and positioning Memphis as a contemporary epicenter of originality, soul and positive change. We want you to join the team. Position Summary:…

11/20/24

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10/16/24

Memphis Startup Ecosystem of Incubators and Accelerators Fuels Success for Young Founders

Memphis, often known for its rich history and cultural legacy, is quietly becoming a hotbed for innovation and entrepreneurial growth. While the city may not yet be on the radar of every venture capitalist or tech startup, its unique advantages are beginning to draw attention from forward-thinking companies and young innovators. What sets Memphis apart…

09/18/24

MEMPHIS ORGANIZATIONS RECOGNIZED BY FORBES, FAST COMPANY, AND OTHERS FOR FOSTERING NEXT GEN WORKFORCE

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, ALSAC, and First Horizon Honored for Exceptional Commitment to Employee Growth, Innovation and Long-Term Career SuccessMEMPHIS, TN, Memphis, the world’s epicenter of innovation, creativity and soul, continues to prove itself as a vibrant home for the next generation of young professionals. Several of the city’s cornerstone institutions including St. Jude Children’s…

09/05/24

UofM Faculty Cross $100M Threshold in Research Awards

Researchers Capture $101M for FY24, Double the Amount from FY22 Led by a diverse community of research leaders, the University of Memphis has surpassed a key milestone in research growth for the first time, receiving more than $100 million in annual research awards. This progress, combined with a total research expenditure of more than $100…

09/03/24

GloRilla Honored With Key to Memphis on 901 Day

The CMG rapper expressed her joy, declaring that the city “made me.” On Sunday (Sept. 1), GloRilla was honored with a key to Memphis. This achievement perfectly coincided with 901 Day, a celebration of the 901 area code. The recent event took place in her hometown, with Memphis Mayor Paul Young, rapper and songwriter Kia Shine, and more joining…

08/21/24

Memphis Women’s Soccer Announces Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium Campaign

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis women’s soccer program is proud to announce the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium campaign, a transformative initiative to build a state-of-the-art facility for the women’s and men’s soccer teams and the track and field programs. The development is supported by the Liza’s Light University of Memphis Soccer and Track Stadium…

08/20/24

Over $393 Million Secured for the New I-55 Bridge!

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new I-55 bridge will replace the current, aging bridge that crosses the Mississippi River, state and federal officials announced Friday. Congressman Steve Cohen announced on Friday that the Tennessee and Arkansas Departments of Transportation secured over $393 million for the new I-55 bridge, which will be known as “America’s River Crossing.”…

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