An emergency cooling center has opened at the Hospitality Hub in Memphis due to extreme heat, providing respite and transportation aid for those at risk, including the homeless.

Memphis Police held a safety forum at the Ruth Tate Senior Center to educate and connect with local seniors, promoting security and community policing.

The Sheriff's Office in Tunica County celebrated Juneteenth with various activities, including a meal by Jail Cook Lavern Shannon, highlighted by Sheriff Hamp's call for unity and acknowledgment of visiting groups.

Millington, TN is hosting a virtual Youth Mental Health Roundtable on June 20 to discuss and promote awareness of mental health resources for young people and families in the community.

Suzy Hollenbach is appointed the new director of Memphis Animal Services, bringing extensive experience to lead the city's animal welfare efforts post-leadership turmoil and disease outbreaks.

Brownsville, Tennessee, will honor Tina Turner with a bronze statue, funded by Ford, in Heritage Park, set to be unveiled at the Tina Turner Heritage Days event.

Stephen A. Smith's comments on NBA players avoiding Memphis due to safety concerns drew criticism from local figures and ignited a defense of the city's character and progress.

Local amateur radio clubs in Germantown will be demonstrating emergency communication skills during a 24-hour Field Day event with community engagement and support from local agencies.

Memphis government offices close for Juneteenth, altering trash collection schedules; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday collections unchanged, Thursday moved to Friday. Team Waste services continue as normal.

Memphis families can attend a Father's Day event to honor and support the role of dads in community development, hosted by Commissioner Charlie Caswell, Jr. aiming to bolster family bonds and reduce social challenges.

ShelbyCares Community Health Fair in Memphis offers free wellness activities and education, including haircuts and CPR training, promoting healthy living in underserved communities.

Municipal Park's playground will be temporarily closed for new sod installation, requiring a brief period of patience as improvements are made.

Collierville is conducting smoke tests on its sewer system from June 9 to July 25 to detect issues and maintain efficiency, using non-toxic smoke and causing minimal disruption.