Move To Create Shelby County Blue Ribbon Advisory Panel Stalls

The independent panel would overlook appointees to the county's ethics commission.

4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Memphis

Patch has your guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Memphis.

City Of Memphis: Hospitality Hub Breaks Ground On New Home

The Hospitality Hub breaks ground on its new Washington Avenue home Monday, June 21.

University Of Memphis: UofM's Hooks Institute Announces Inaugural Academic Research Fellows 

Hooks Academic Research Scholars

County Commission Discusses Shelby Schools' Split With Agency

Last week, Porter-Leath officials learned the district would not be renewing their organization’s contract to provide preschool classes.

Blood Donations Needed In Memphis Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held in the Memphis area.

Memphis City Council Votes To Set $2.71 Tax Rate

Councilmember Martavius Jones, who wanted to increase the tax rate to address long-standing problems in the city, was the only "no" vote.

City Of Memphis: Memphis Office Of Youth Services Accepts Cummins Grant For Summer Jobs

In support of the City of Memphis' summer youth jobs program, the Memphis Office of Youth Services (MOYS) welcomes the generous grant of ...

Home Prices In Memphis Area Increased Recently: See How Much

Home prices have skyrocketed in the Memphis area since the pandemic began.

City Of Memphis: Sandra Morgan To Receive New Car As Winner Of The “Shot For Shot Sweepstakes”

See the latest announcement from the City of Memphis.

University Of Memphis: University Of Memphis And Meharry Medical College Launch PECIR Program, Driving Research Collaborations

In accordance with this effort, the University of Memphis and Meharry Medical College created the Program to Enhance Collaborative and I ...

Gov. Lee Announces Next Steps for Memphis Regional Megasite

The administration will present plans to the State Building Commission to move forward with building a wastewater discharge pipeline.

Unemployment Worsens In Memphis Area: Feds

Shelby County's unemployment rate is higher than the Tennessee average.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Memphis Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Buttigieg: Memphis Bridge Stable But No Reopen Date Set

The 50-year-old Hernando de Soto Bridge served an important part of the country’s infrastructure, connecting the East and West Coasts.

University Of Memphis: University Of Memphis Biological Sciences Faculty Published In High-Profile Journal Proceedings Of The National A ...

Combining species and population-genetic approaches, the research team demonstrated that weevils colonized the Antarctic islands from Af ...

Memphis Council Delays Vote To Preserve Aquifer

The vote could negatively affect the controversial Byhalia Pipeline.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Memphis Area

The pandemic has affected the U.S. blood supply. The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Memphis area.

University Of Memphis: UofM Board Of Trustees Will Meet June 2

The full Board of Trustees meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m.

University Of Memphis: UofM Holds Groundbreaking For Mike Rose Aquatics Center

The Rose Family Foundation partnered with the UofM to renovate the facility that is used by Memphis Tiger Swimming, Splash Mid-South and ...

University Of Memphis: UofM's Sabri Receives Another Patent Featuring Temperature Sensing Technology

Phosphor thermometry is one of the most accurate ways to assess and measure temperature. The use of this noninvasive and rapid temperatu ...

McCall: The Real ‘Welfare Queens’ Are TN's GOP Legislators

Tennessee Lookout editor says they are calling residents on unemployment lazy but have accepted federal funds for their businesses.

Blood Donations Needed In Memphis Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

The pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply. The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Memphis area.

Memphis' Hernando DeSoto Bridge Reopening Unclear

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee criticizes federal funding plans for repairs to the bridge.

The Digital Divide: How Memphis Area Compares In Internet Usage

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Celebrate Your 2021 Graduate On Memphis Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Memphis Patch.

Fair Market Rent Rates In Memphis Area

Single-family homes have seen the largest rent increases. See how rent changed in the Memphis area.

Mumpower Guides Shelby County On American Rescue Plan Spending

The state treasury will be auditing funds, but he reassured the council that his staff is encouraging spending every cent.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Memphis Area

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

Memphis City Council Delays Anti-Byhalia Pipeline Vote

While the vote has been delayed until the ordinance can be tightened up, the council intends to check on its progress on May 18.

University Of Memphis: UofM To Hold Commencement Saturday, May 8, At The Liberty Bowl

Tickets are required to attend with all participating graduates granted eight tickets. In accordance with the latest guidelines from the ...

How Much Of Shelby County Population Is Vaccinated?

This is how the Memphis area compares to Tennessee for coronavirus vaccinations.

Shelby County Commission Quashes Biennial Property Appraisal

The county assessor recommended the plan to aid the city of Memphis budget and have properties reflect market value.

Mother's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Memphis Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Memphis Patch.

Memphis Commissioner Questions Jail “Virtual Visit” Charges

Tami Sawyer says inmates' loved ones are being used for profit.

2021 College Aid: How Memphis Area Compares In Application Rates

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Memphis area high schools have done so far.

EarthDay '21: Smokers, Fast Foodies causing MUCH local Littering

Memphis and State of TN has HUGE numbers of above-mentioned Litterers prone to throwing virus-breeding wastes onto roads, parks, creeks.

Shelby County Adds Mental Health Training For Firefighters

First responders are currently limited in their ability to respond to calls and can only transport individuals to the ER for care.

Memphis Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the U.S. blood supply.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Memphis Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Shelby County.