Collierville has updated its beer ordinance, simplifying permit classifications and lifting some restrictions to reflect current community standards and support local business growth.

Collierville firefighters and EMS trained on Orgill's new facility, learning critical details like fire systems and access points to improve emergency response times.

The 2025 Annual Neighborhood Summit in Germantown, scheduled for September 30, emphasizes safety and the arts, featuring police insights, a public mural, awards, and an expo.

The University of Memphis is revising its diversity strategies due to Tennessee legislation, which led to the closure of its Office of Multicultural Affairs, impacting students and programs tied to diversity.

The Collierville Burch Library is set for a significant expansion, including an event center, to meet the needs of the town's growing population. The project budget totals approximately $12.26 million.

Dr. Kymberli R. Chandler is appointed Regional Superintendent for MSCS Northeast Region, bringing 27 years of educational experience to enhance academic success and equity in the area.

Memphis trash pickup will be delayed due to Labor Day, affecting Monday collections and all subsequent days that week. Residents should prepare for revised schedules.

Lischa T. Brooks takes over as a regional leader at MSCS, aimed at transforming school support structures, leveraging her background in education, commitment to equity, and experience in developing STEM and IB programs.

Commissioner Henri E. Brooks proposes forming an Ad Hoc Committee to review and reform the governance of Memphis-Shelby County Schools, focused on transparency and accountability.

UT Martin is launching a new online Master of Science in Social Work program starting in August 2026, with admissions for full/part-time students and varying academic backgrounds.

FedEx nominated Richard Smith, son of the late founder Fred Smith, to its board of directors, representing the Smith family legacy within the company.

Sheriff Floyd Bonner Jr. explained his limited role in the criminal justice system and his efforts to address jail overcrowding, despite not controlling bond settings or court proceedings.

The ACLU of Tennessee challenges Mason's ICE detention center contract, alleging a failure to achieve majority approval by the town charter's standards, prompting demands for the town to halt related actions.