American Aspiration Tour Makes an Impact in Memphis

26 July 2024. Memphis, Tenn. Memphis Mayor Paul Young and Operation HOPE founder, CEO and Chairman John Hope Bryant will host a community meeting to discuss a Business Plan for America, which is a road map towards enhancing financial literacy, elevating financial dignity and empowerment and advancing American economic strength and global competitiveness.

Madison Avenue Traffic Alert:

The City of Memphis will begin resurfacing work on Madison Avenue between Pauline Street and Watkins Street on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. This project is expected to last approximately four weeks. Drivers may want to take an alternate route or expect delays.

Liberty For All event

Join us for Liberty For All on Wednesday, July 3, from 5 to 9 PM at Liberty Park on Tiger Lane. This celebration will feature the biggest fireworks display in the city, live music, food trucks, carnival games, face painting, and more.

Mayor Paul Young Joins the Mayors for Parks Coalition

Memphis, TN. Mayor Paul Young joined the Mayors for Parks Coalition, a coalition managed by City Parks Alliance. The national bipartisan coalition was created in 2013 and includes mayors from large and small cities across the country who advocate for increased federal funding for our nation’s urban parks. The Coalition is chaired by Fort Worth, TX Mayor Mattie Parker.

Midtown Traffic Alert 

Effective immediately, Morrison Avenue between Madison and Court will be closed during business hours for approximately two weeks due to a sewer repair project.

Juneteenth Closures

On June 19, all Memphis Public Libraries, city pools, community centers, and senior centers will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. If your trash day is Wednesday, it will be picked up on Thursday.

Dumpster Day

Do you want to get rid of old junk? We can take your litter and unwanted items. Our next City of Memphis Dumpster Day Cleanup will occur on June 8, at 940 Early Maxwell Blvd, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entrance is off Central Avenue. This event is for city residents.

Memphis Animal Services Closed for Maintenance

Due to HVAC system repairs, Memphis Animal Services will be closed to the public on Thursday, May 30. Essential team members will be on-site to ensure all animals continue to receive excellent care. There will be no medical procedures scheduled on this day.