City of Memphis Welcomes DeMarcus Suggs as Director of Creative and Cultural Economy

October 22, 2024. Memphis, Tenn. The City of Memphis, with financial support and partnership from the Hyde Foundation, AutoZone, Assisi Foundation, International Paper, and the McEniry Family Foundation, is thrilled to announce the appointment of DeMarcus Suggs as the new Director of the Office of Creative and Cultural Economy. This office, the first of its kind for the city of Memphis, will strategically blend economic development with the city’s rich creative landscape, spanning music, film, dance, visual and culinary arts.

Orange Mound hosts activities to celebrate National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 

The City of Memphis and Shelby County Lead Programs are proud to celebrate National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) from October 20 to October 26 in the Orange Mound community. This week will feature several events designed to educate the community about lead safety and the associated risks of lead exposure, particularly for children. Throughout the week, we will provide valuable resources on getting homes tested for lead and ensuring children are screened as well.