The Shelby County Bluebird Club seeks leadership volunteers to continue their critical role in conserving the local bluebird population, with roles like President and Treasurer unfilled.

The Collierville Fire Department dispatched a swiftwater rescue team to aid flood-affected Rives in Tennessee, alongside other emergency teams. The coordinated response involves evacuations and welfare checks.

The FedEx St. Jude Championship has created a community fund to support local nonprofits, focusing on health, wellness, and sport this quarter, with grants of $1,000 to $25,000 available. Applications close on March 30, 2025.

The 5th Annual Memphis Housing Summit will discuss housing preservation and equity on February 21st, with a Mayors' Roundtable and a neighborhood tour.

Memphis scales back Emergency Warming Center hours due to warmer weather; overnight services continue at specific locations with transportation provided.

Germantown honors Martin Luther King Jr. Day with city office closures and service changes, including no waste collection on the day and a one-day delay for the rest of the week.

The MSCS Board discussed the potential removal of Superintendent Dr. Marie Feagins following no-confidence votes and allegations of misconduct, with divergent views on whether to extend her contract.

The Church of God in Christ is scheduled to move their annual Holy Convocation from Memphis to St. Louis for 2026-2028, due to accommodation challenges in Memphis.

The Memphis Police Department mourns the loss of veteran Officer Charles H. Cathey, who served for over 30 years, working in various roles such as crime scene investigation.

Memphis organizations are providing Thanksgiving meals for the unhoused, with Hospitality Hub arranging transportation to a meal, and Jesus People Church & Daughters of Zion serving food. Other local missions offer support throughout the day.

Memphis city offices will close on January 20, 2025, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, affecting trash collection. Monday's trash will be collected on Tuesday, subsequent days remain unchanged; Team Waste collections are delayed one day.

Memphis plans events to commemorate the second anniversary of Tyre Nichols' death, including a vigil and march, focusing on justice and police-community relations.

Memphis celebrated New Year's Eve on Beale Street with live music and enhanced security, including a 50-foot mirror ball drop and a $75 fast pass for expedited access.