The Memphis Fire Department announced the death of Firefighter/Paramedic Christopher Paschke. The department says funeral arrangements are pending and has asked the community for support.

Town officials issued a precautionary boil-water advisory after a water-line break reduced pressure. Use boiled or bottled water until testing clears the supply.

Wintry conditions in Memphis lead to the suspension of trash collection on January 29, 2026, following previous cancellations, with residents advised to keep bins curbside.

Memphis Theological Seminary will end academic operations after 2025–26 and has arranged a teach‑out with SMU’s Perkins so students can finish degrees without extra tuition.

Collierville Fire & Rescue warns of the dangers posed by ice and snow falling from rooflines, urging caution when walking near buildings during winter.

Collierville Police urge residents to warn children about the dangers of playing on frozen ponds and lakes, highlighting the risks of unpredictable ice.

Memphis suspends solid waste collection due to severe winter weather, causing road safety concerns. Service disruptions follow earlier cancellations, with residents advised to leave carts out for delayed pickup.

Memphis halts solid waste collection due to unsafe road conditions from a winter storm, urging residents to leave their bins curbside until services resume.

Memphis suspended solid waste collection due to winter storm road conditions, with officials urging patience and continuous road monitoring for service resumption. Residents are advised to use the city's app for updates.

MLGW denies social media rumors of rolling blackouts in Memphis, stressing there's no planned interruption and urging customers to ignore false messages and consult reliable sources.

Holly Springs issued a boil water advisory due to power outages and water pressure issues, with similar advisories also in Quitman and Panola Counties, Mississippi.

The GPAC Guild in Germantown seeks volunteers passionate about arts and community service to support the local cultural scene and engage in outreach activities.

Memphis prepares for severe winter weather with widespread city efforts and a readiness plan including pre-treatment of roads, warming centers, and plans for maintaining essential services.