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Angela Kate, a beloved giraffe at the Memphis Zoo, died after an accident in her exhibit, leading to the difficult decision to euthanize her due to severe injuries.

The Tyre Nichols Foundation is hosting a skate park design event at the National Civil Rights Museum to honor Nichols' memory and involve the community.

The Memphis Zoo celebrated the birth of a baby Francois langur, Raptor, highlighting conservation efforts for the species.

The Memphis Zoo announces a $250 million investment for upgrades, including improved habitats for elephants, rhinos, giraffes, and new guest features like a Great Lawn and Stingray experience.

The Memphis Zoo welcomes Kamari, a giraffe calf born in a rare breech delivery, and celebrates the successful birth thanks to the zoo staff's efforts.

The Memphis River Parks Partnership has started construction on the Memphis Flyway, a bird-watching lookout on the Mississippi River, with a projected opening in 2026.

Memphis Zoo is launching a research station in Sri Lanka, in partnership with TERN and plans to open it by October 2024, advancing conservation and education efforts.

The Memphis Zoo has announced the loss of its beloved 15-year-old wolf Meeka due to health issues, marking the end of an era for the zoo's original wolf pack.

A male colobus monkey named Raj briefly escaped his transport crate at Memphis Zoo before being safely recaptured by the staff.

The Memphis Zoo welcomed a newborn tamandua, offspring of Winnie and Mr. Wendel, contributing to species conservation.

Germantown is upgrading parking and accessibility at Cameron Brown Park and the Bob Hailey Athletic Complex, with engineering firm Kimley-Horn leading the project.

A Komodo dragon named Ophelia at the Memphis Zoo consumed a red Croc thrown by a visitor but is recovering after the zoo's team successfully removed the shoe.

Collierville's Hinton Park will hold a ribbon-cutting for its Phase II upgrades on July 31, featuring a new playground, a performing arts stage, and more.

The Town of Collierville is hosting a ribbon-cutting event on July 31 to unveil new Phase II improvements at Hinton Park, including a playground, walking trail, and more.

Riverdale Park in Germantown is set for a $1.6 million upgrade by Wagner General Construction, including new parking, ADA-accessible paths, pickleball courts, and drainage systems.

Reelfoot Lake State Park will temporarily close the Kirby Pocket boat ramp starting July 28 for approximately 10 weeks of renovations. Park Manager Henry Robertson advises using alternative ramps such as Sunset boat ramp during the construction.

The Memphis Zoo announced the death of Kwizera the gorilla; she was found unresponsive and could not be revived. She was a beloved resident since 2009.

The Memphis Zoo mourns the death of its 43-year-old Sumatran orangutan, Tombak. He was a gentle fixture at the zoo since 1994 and surpassed the average lifespan for his species.

The Memphis Zoo mourns the loss of Else, a cherished female grizzly bear, after a rapid health decline. Her intelligence and leadership in the exhibit since 2009 are fondly remembered by staff and the community.

The Memphis Zoo welcomed a newborn critically endangered orangutan, delivered by cesarean with specialized care, named Ruhana. Mother and baby are recovering in private.

Neighbors along the old Knoxville & Holston River corridor say a 3.8‑mile SoKno rail‑trail could bring privacy, noise and parking headaches as crews clear the line and litigation continues.

A locally made immersive attraction and new city river projects are breathing life into Mud Island’s long-empty museum while the amphitheater and monorail remain hurdles.

A seven-year-old female bald eagle found weak in Lauderdale County was treated at the Memphis Zoo and released back into the wild.

A Mid‑South wildlife removal firm says home snake calls are up about 50% this year. Experts urge homeowners to seal gaps and remove rodent attractants to cut the risk.

A redesigned Ida B. Wells Plaza on Beale Street now features seating, shade canopies and interpretive plaques after a ribbon-cutting on Thursday. The work raises the statue and adds context about Wells' life and reporting.