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Memphis school leaders grapple with school safety, air conditioning issues
“This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters”. The superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools wants to allay concerns about safety in the new school year after narrowly avoiding a walkout by school resource officers last week and accepting the resignation of the district’s new security chief just days after he started. ...
The 901’s Good News Round Up: August 23rd Edition
Welcome to your source for the uplifting stories that make Memphis shine! From innovative community projects to heartwarming tales of local heroes, there is so much good happening in the city of Memphis, TN. Take a moment to dive into the news that uplifts and unites, proving there’s plenty to cheer about in the 901!
Bartlett Panthers look to build on solid first season under head coach Chris Smith
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — They say the sequel is never as good as the original. But the Bartlett Panthers know their second season with Chris Smith at the helm has the potential for a movie like finish. “We gonna work out a road to state," Senior running back Geron Johnson...
Memphis Athletics invites community to celebrate "901 Week" leading up to football opener
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - University of Memphis Athletics is inviting the 901 to come celebrate what makes the city special as they prepare to kickoff the Tigers' football season with "901 Week" from August 26-31. The five day celebration will include fan-friendly, Tiger themed activities leading up to the season opener against North Alabama on August 31.
Non-Con Preview: the Memphis Tigers
Missouri announced their entire schedule on Tuesday August 20th. And if you’ve read this blog in the past, you know SEC previews are coming, but first we wanted to spend a little time looking at the non conference slate. So here is the announced non conference schedule:. Nov 4...
Les Passees women’s volunteer organization and annual Stock Exchange
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Karyn Whittington, 2024 President of Les Passees, Inc., who highlights the women’s volunteer organization that provides advocacy and support to enhance the quality of life for children and their families in the Memphis area. During the interview, Karyn talks about the organization’s legacy...
Black Business Association set to celebrate 50th anniversary with mixer and symposium
I noticed something lately about the stories I’m covering: there’s a lot of conversation in Memphis about building generational wealth. In April, the local chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers hosted a whole week dedicated to the topic. Recently, a deputy director of the Small Business Administration spoke in Memphis, and shortly thereafter acclaimed financial literacy advocate John Hope Bryant joined Memphis Mayor Paul Young for a conversation about it.
Wild statistic serves as great reminder of why Grizzlies need Marcus Smart
A little over a year ago, the Memphis Grizzlies made a bold and daring move to trade for guard, Marcus Smart from the Boston Celtics. An acquisition many initially praised and highlighted as being influenced by the win-now mentality of the franchise, the veteran was seen as a highly seasoned talent who could add to Grind City's already menacing defensive unit and as someone who could provide much-needed wisdom and experience to their very talented, albeit rather green roster.
Shelby County rushing attack overwhelms Lincoln for 57 points
The Shelby County Wildcats began their season on a high note with an impressive offensive showing in their match against the Lincoln Golden Bears, securing a 57-10 win on the road at Lincoln High School on Friday, Aug. 23. The post Shelby County rushing attack overwhelms Lincoln for 57 points appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Forging a bridge to leadership
Photo: Bridge Academy graduates and their mentors at the Southaven Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon. (Bob Bakken/desotocountynews.com) During the past year the Southaven Chamber Foundation, with the Southaven Chamber of Commerce, has been helping interested youngsters learn about leadership and how to advance in a career. The Bridge Academy is...
Tennessee housing director presses for more development
The director of Tennessee’s statewide housing finance agency offered Blount County residents a solution to high prices: build more homes. Tennessee Housing Development Agency Executive Director Ralph Perrey provided this suggestion during a presentation at the Blount Partnership on Thursday. The core of the problem, Perrey said, stems from an extended pause in building that began with the Great Recession. Development froze then as the economy contracted and stayed slow for years after. ...
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