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
Park Avenue Entrance at Audubon Park to Close November 9 –10
MEMPHIS, Tenn., November 9, 2026.— Beginning Monday, November 9, contractor crews will begin demolition work at the Park Avenue entrance to Audubon Park. The work is scheduled to continue through Tuesday,
City of Memphis Invests $100,000 to Strengthen Local Music Industry
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Nov. 5, 2026) — The City of Memphis is investing $100,000 to help grow the businesses and support the professionals behind the city’s music industry.
Memphis Animal Services Welcomes Dr. Mary Manspeaker as Full-Time Veterinarian
MEMPHIS, Tenn., November 3, 2026. Memphis Animal Services (MAS) is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Mary Manspeaker, DVM, MS, as its new full-time veterinarian, beginning November 3, 2026.
Trash Collection Changes – Veterans Day
City of Memphis government offices will be closed on November 11, 2026, for Veterans Day. There will be NO trash collection service for residents serviced by the City of Memphis
Intermittent I-55 and SR-14 Closures
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 12, 2026 – Drivers should be aware of several upcoming closures and lane restrictions on I-55 and SR-14 as construction continues on the new I-55 Exit 7 ramp
Traffic Alert: Front Street Resurfacing
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 9, 2026.The City of Memphis is scheduled to begin a downtown street resurfacing project on Monday, October 12. Streets to be resurfaced include Union Avenue and Monroe
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
