Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of September.
Good morning, Memphis.
Kroger partners with Mid-South Food Bank during Hunger Action Month to help neighbors afford groceries by asking shoppers to round up to the next dollar; the fundraiser aims to raise up to $15,000 to aid families facing rising prices in Memphis (every cent stays local).
First Presbyterian Church is leaving its nearly two-century-old sanctuary at Poplar Avenue and B.B.
King Boulevard as it plans to move into a modern facility — officials say a new site is in the works. The change marks the end of an era for this Memphis landmark.
Pink Palace Crafts Festival returns to the museum’s front lawn this weekend, with over 150 artisans displaying pottery, jewelry, glass, woodwork, leather and sculpture.
Organizers offer free shuttles from University of Memphis satellite parking as crowds are expected to grow.
Dolly Trolley Night on South Main in downtown Memphis honored Dolly Parton with decorated storefronts and a screening of '9 to 5' by the Orpheum Theatre Group — proceeds support her Imagination Library program after Tennessee Governor Bill Lee declared Dolly Parton Day.
Researchers drilled 400 feet beneath Meeman-Shelby Forest yesterday to study Memphis aquifer, and they hope to boost groundwater insights + guide future water resource planning.
Law enforcement statewide are urging parents to check that car seats in vehicles are securely installed in observance of Child Passenger Safety Week.
Experts say proper installation and technician inspections reduce risks, as studies show 75% of car seats are misused.
Briarcrest kept its unbeaten record with a 38-30 win over Southwind at Friday Football Fever Week 6, while Central, Lake Cormorant & Desoto Central also registered wins.
The Memphis Grizzlies unveiled their second Dream Court yesterday at Northeast Prep Academy with new hoops, benches & hand-painted artwork by Memphis artist Siphne Sylve.
The project, launched in 2025, continues the effort to renovate local basketball courts.
The Memphis Grizzlies announced today that Northeast Prep Academy has been chosen for a Dream Court makeover to improve its sports facility and support student athletes.
The project is expected to begin soon (pending final plans).
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