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
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Suspended Monday, Feb 2, 2026 Due to Winter Storm
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Feb 1, 2026 : The City of Memphis Solid Waste Division will suspend residential garbage and recycling collection services through Monday, February 2, 2026, due to hazardous road
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Suspended Friday, January 30,2026 Due to Winter Storm
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jan. 29, 2026 —Although the winter storm has ended, snow, sleet, and ice have created hazardous road conditions across Memphis. For the safety of our crews and
Mayor Paul Young has extended the State of Emergency for Memphis effective Thursday, January 29, 2026.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jan. 29, 2026 — Due to the continued impact of severe winter weather, Mayor Paul Young has signed an extension to the State of Emergency for Memphis
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Suspended Thursday, January 29,2026.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jan. 28, 2026 — Due to hazardous road conditions from lingering snow and ice, the City of Memphis Solid Waste Division will suspend all garbage and recycling
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Suspended Wednesday, January 28,2026.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jan. 27, 2026 — Although the winter storm has ended, snow, sleet, and ice have left hazardous road conditions across the city. For the safety of our
City of Memphis Solid Waste Collection Suspended Tuesday, January 27,2026.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jan. 26, 2026 — In response to the significant winter storm affecting our area, the City of Memphis Solid Waste Division will suspend all garbage and recycling
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
MEMPHIS RECONNECTS WITH DUKE ELLINGTON’S LIVING LEGACY IN LANDMARK CULTURAL EVENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: April 11, 2026Contact: Topaza Watkins-Edmond | Voice Concepts Incorporated | (917)561-7490With Partnered Support: Stax Music Academy and Soulsville Foundation + Memphis Tourism —Convention & Visitors Bureau An
