COMMUNICATIONS
The Office of Communications serves as a conduit for media coverage of the City of Memphis and spearheads digital and social media communications.
Media Releases / Public Notices
Mayor Young’s State of the City Address 2026
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Feb 10, 2026 — I’m honored to be here with you today for the State of the City. Before I get started, can you all help me
Memphis Mayor Paul Young Appoints Veteran Education Leader Dr. Eric D. Harris as Library Director
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Feb. 9, 2026 — Memphis Mayor Paul Young has appointed Dr. Eric D. Harris as Director of the Memphis Public Libraries, subject to confirmation by the Memphis
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Resumes
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Feb. 6, 2026 — The City of Memphis Solid Waste Division has resumed residential garbage and recycling collection Friday, February 6, 2026, after determining that conditions in the public
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Remains Suspended Following Continued Evaluation of Right-of-Way Conditions 2-5-26
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Feb. 5, 2026 — After evaluating conditions Thursday morning, the City of Memphis Solid Waste Division has determined that residential garbage and recycling collection cannot safely resume
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Suspended Following Reassessment of Right-of-Way Conditions
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Feb 4, 2026 — After evaluating conditions in the public right-of-way on Wednesday, February 4, the City of Memphis Solid Waste Division has determined that residential garbage and
Memphis In The News
Father Speaks On Importance Of Second Chances Through Memphis’ B.R.I.D.G.E. Program
Date: April 30, 2026 – Click the link to review details https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/father-speaks-on-importance-of-second-chances-through-memphis-b-r-i-d-g-e/article
TDOT to Perform Roadway Repairs on I‑40 Eastbound Flyover
MEMPHIS, TN — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct concrete pavement repairs on I‑40 eastbound before the flyover at mile marker 13.6. The work will require nighttime and
Program helps formerly incarcerated people with job opportunities
Date: April 16, 2026 – Click the link to review details https://wreg.com/news-3-at-3/program-helps-formerly-incarcerated-people-with-job-opportunities/
City Amplifies Music Scene In Memphis
Date: April 15, 2026 – Click the link to review details https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYXrVGYr-Vc