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2024

Three New Businesses Join Downtown Through DMC’s Open on Main Program
Dec 18, 2024 / Business
Downtown policies changed back to spark new development
Dec 18, 2024 / Development
Memphis projects to add concert venue, new apartments advance: Here's what each includes
Dec 18, 2024 / Development
Here's MBJ's 2025 Power 100 — list of most influential people in Memphis business
Dec 18, 2024 / Business
Ahead of enhanced security measures, Downtown crime down 27%, city says
Dec 18, 2024 / Community
Brief Updates: Planning & Development
Nov 7, 2024 / grant

2023

901 KidsFest celebrates creativity of Mid-South children
Jul 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
Fireworks in Memphis
Jul 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis dish named one of best ‘Over-the-Top Treats’
Jul 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
A quarter-century ago, AutoZone Park gave Downtown a jump-start
Jul 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
Coach Bill Courtney of Oscar-Winning ‘Undefeated’ - and Downtown business owner - Launches ‘An Army of Normal Folks’. Podcast Reaches #11 Globally on Apple Podcasts
Jun 26, 2023 / Uncategorized
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital has been recognized as a 2023-2024 Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World
Jun 26, 2023 / Uncategorized
NAACP marks Juneteenth with renovation of downtown headquarters
Jun 26, 2023 / Uncategorized
Fourth of July: Memphis fireworks, festival return to Liberty Park. Here's what's planned.
Jun 26, 2023 / Event
Inside look: How Comeback Coffee's expansion is helping it deliver coffee sodas nationwide
Jun 20, 2023 / Uncategorized
Renovations for new 2 Chainz restaurant in downtown Memphis underway
Jun 20, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis will celebrate Juneteenth with a variety of events
Jun 20, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis' Renasant Convention Center named best convention center in America two years in a row
Jun 20, 2023 / Uncategorized
Announcing the Tommy Pacello Placemaking Fellowship
Jun 20, 2023 / Uncategorized
Novice cyclists learn biking ‘baby steps’ at Downtown Memphis class
Jun 12, 2023 / Community, Mobility
Rainbow colors soar at Memphis Pride Parade
Jun 12, 2023 / Community, Beale Street
Brooks Museum breaks ground on new site Downtown
Jun 12, 2023 / The Core, Development
Local pop-up shop Linked keys in on permanent jewelry's moment
Jun 12, 2023 / Business
Mid-South Pride To Host Memphis Pride Fest Weekend
Jun 5, 2023 / Event
‘This race allows us to show off the assets of Memphis’
Jun 5, 2023 / Tourism, Event
A Travel Writer’s Guide to the Best Bars in Memphis
Jun 5, 2023 / Tourism
Beale Street gains Walking Pants, an 'incubator' for Memphis creatives
Jun 5, 2023 / Beale Street, Business
Patio Porkers, Rib King bring the barbecue competition to Beale Street. Here's who won.
May 30, 2023 / Tourism, Beale Street, Event
New owners to transform now-shuttered iconic shop on Beale Street
May 30, 2023 / Beale Street, Business
Memphis celebrates Bike to Work Day to promote pedestrian and biking safety
May 30, 2023 / Community, Transportation/Mobility, Event
New $9.6 million park breaks ground in Downtown Memphis
May 30, 2023 / Community
Kinfolk will graduate from breakfast pop-up to Harbor Town restaurant
May 30, 2023 / Business
Downtown Is Looking Up Major projects are luring residents and visitors to the heart of the city.
May 22, 2023 / Uncategorized
Downtown Mobility Center approaches final phases; skybridge moves ahead
May 22, 2023 / Uncategorized
MPD seeks to improve Downtown response times with new e-bikes
May 22, 2023 / Uncategorized
Blues Music Awards: Buddy Guy, Albert Castiglia, John Németh among winners
May 22, 2023 / Uncategorized
Popular Memphis breakfast pop-up Kinfolk to open a restaurant. Here's what we know.
May 22, 2023 / Business
DMC retail program highlighted by National League of Cities as model to emulate
May 15, 2023 / Uncategorized
DMC: Proud of the Role Our Program Played!
May 15, 2023 / Uncategorized
Down by the river: BSMF cranks up the energy in Tom Lee Park
May 15, 2023 / Tourism, Event
A. Schwab digital scavenger hunt brings basement archives to life
May 15, 2023 / Beale Street, Business
5 Star Story: Peabody rooftop parties
May 15, 2023 / Event
Redbirds Welcome Jordan Walker
May 8, 2023 / Uncategorized
Downtown’s brunch game heats up with new South Main restaurant
May 8, 2023 / Uncategorized
Sistine Chapel artwork will be closer — and with no neck strain
May 8, 2023 / Uncategorized
Dos Hermanos Kitchen set to open in Downtown's Cossitt Library
May 8, 2023 / Uncategorized
Chef Tam heads to Food Network again for ‘Alex vs America’
May 8, 2023 / Uncategorized
Poised for new life, why Memphis' tallest building is a 'space worth saving'
May 1, 2023 / The Core, Development
Tom Lee Park 80% done, set for Labor Day weekend opening. Here's a look at the progress.
May 1, 2023 / Uncategorized
Downtown Brooks Museum construction moves forward
May 1, 2023 / Development
'Blues Stage on Beale': The story behind Memphis in May's big change and what to expect
May 1, 2023 / Tourism, Beale Street, Event
Africa in April wraps up four days of celebration
May 1, 2023 / Event
‘Ducks Unlimited Park’ tackles wetland restoration
Apr 25, 2023 / Uncategorized
Downtown’s Bluefin rebrands as Momoya
Apr 25, 2023 / Business
Lucky Self-Storage adaptive re-use facility comes online Downtown
Apr 25, 2023 / Business
Your survival guide to Memphis in May’s return to the river
Apr 25, 2023 / Tourism, Event
Memphis' first historical public library reopens
Apr 17, 2023 / Development
A Brass Note on Beale for Omar Higgins
Apr 17, 2023 / Beale Street
Memphis & Mid-South coffee shop guide
Apr 17, 2023 / Business
Tyre Nichols honored with sunset lantern release
Apr 17, 2023 / Community
2023 Fairs & Festivals
Apr 17, 2023 / Event
Historic Sterick Building bought by local developer
Apr 10, 2023 / Development
A new taco restaurant in Downtown Memphis? ‘Pretty’ please!
Apr 10, 2023 / Business
Memphis in May: Moon Taxi, Eric Benét added to Beale Street Music Festival lineup
Apr 10, 2023 / Tourism, Event
5 Star Story: Wayne’s Candy Company
Apr 10, 2023 / Community, Business
Vegan brunch draws local and national crowd, including Tabitha Brown
Apr 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
The Orpheum announces its 2023-24 Broadway season
Apr 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis parks blooming with springtime plantings and construction
Apr 3, 2023 / Uncategorized
Gladys Knight to headline Southern Heritage Classic Concert at Orpheum
Apr 3, 2023 / Tourism
Jeghetto and the 'Superheroes Puppet Parade' marched down Beale Street
Apr 3, 2023 / Community, Beale Street
Downtown Mobility Center to include 48 ‘EV-ready’ parking spaces
Mar 20, 2023 / Development, Transportation/Mobility, Mobility
Cocozza American Italian: A look inside this Downtown Memphis restaurant
Mar 20, 2023 / Business
Silky O’Sullivan’s rolls out 50th St. Patrick’s parade
Mar 20, 2023 / Community, Beale Street
Get Ready For An Adventure: 10 Unique Tours In Memphis That Will Give You A Thrilling Experience
Mar 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
The Orpheum’s tempting offer: ‘Ain’t Too Proud’
Mar 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Food Network's 'Spring Baking Championship: Easter': How Memphis baker Rachel Mullen did
Mar 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Vegan chef RJ Groove Johnson preps new Front St. restaurant, celebrity event with Tabitha Brown
Mar 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis Grizzlies tip-off Hoops for St. Jude campaign
Mar 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Recipe Exchange: Calvary Waffle Shop Fish Pudding
Mar 6, 2023 / Uncategorized
Art Gilliam’s WLOK radio stations still stand for activism
Mar 6, 2023 / Uncategorized
Journeying Through Beale Street Memphis: A Fusion of Art, Music, & History
Mar 6, 2023 / Tourism, Beale Street
Music Fest CEO says ‘surprise additions’ to lineup coming soon
Mar 6, 2023 / Tourism, Event
Part of Barbecue Fest moves to Beale Street
Mar 6, 2023 / Tourism, Beale Street, Event
Enamel artist honored in new Metal Museum exhibit
Feb 27, 2023 / Uncategorized
Riverside Drive to close through July 2023 for construction at Tom Lee Park
Feb 27, 2023 / Uncategorized
Birdie’s Indoor Golf & Bar Coming to Downtown Memphis
Feb 27, 2023 / Uncategorized
South Main retailer to expand
Feb 27, 2023 / Uncategorized
Civic Commons transforming public spaces in Memphis
Feb 27, 2023 / Uncategorized
Who's playing Beale Street Music Festival 2023? Theories and clues point to big names
Feb 21, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis’s First Modern Whiskey Is Crafted by Tennessee’s First Female Master Distiller
Feb 21, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis Grizzlies tap local designers for limited-edition merchandise
Feb 21, 2023 / Uncategorized
Tyre Nichols Honored In Tom Lee Park
Feb 21, 2023 / Uncategorized
Downtown Memphis Commission approves new PILOT policy
Feb 21, 2023 / Uncategorized
First phase of Conwood Flats, Varsity Spirit renovation now open in historic Snuff District
Feb 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. make NBA All-Star team
Feb 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Coming soon: Ugly Art, a gallery on Madison Avenue in the Edge District
Feb 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Memphis Redbirds and Memphis 901 FC to host job fairs at AutoZone Park
Feb 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Celebrate Black History Month Year-Round in Memphis
Feb 13, 2023 / Uncategorized
Sipping Memphis Whiskey
Feb 6, 2023 / Uncategorized
Cleanup, internal demolition work to begin at 100 N. Main
Feb 6, 2023 / Development
Spaces Coworking concept to open in 18 Main space in Downtown Memphis
Feb 6, 2023 / Business
International Blues Challenge crowns 2023 winners from Texas, Australia and more
Feb 6, 2023 / Beale Street
Memphis bridges over Mississippi River to glow red & gold for Tyre Nichols
Feb 6, 2023 / Uncategorized

2022

Downtown welcomes workers displaced by St. Jude construction
Nov 4, 2022 / Uncategorized
Quintessential Sweets brings its treats to Downtown Memphis
Nov 4, 2022 / Uncategorized
History-making whiskey: Old Dominick's new release a first in Memphis since Prohibition
Nov 4, 2022 / South Main
Casa Creative Club founder Andrew Puccio finds content's cadence and rhythm
Oct 21, 2022 / Uncategorized
Williams, Lawler among Memphis sports hall of fame inductees
Oct 21, 2022 / Event
Entrepreneurship flourishes at Shop Black City Tour
Oct 21, 2022 / Community, Event
A LOCAL’S GUIDE TO THE EDGE DISTRICT IN MEMPHIS
Oct 14, 2022 / Uncategorized
Memphis Grizzlies look to be a hot ticket at FedExForum after standout season
Oct 14, 2022 / Uncategorized
Designing Women: Meet the designers behind some of Memphis' most talked about restaurants
Oct 14, 2022 / Business
Downtown Sip & Serve cleanup series to debut
Oct 14, 2022 / Community
DMC Expands Staff and Focus to Further Award-Winning DEI Strategy
Sep 29, 2022 / Community, Development, Innovation, Business, equity
2022 Super Women in Business: DMC's Penelope Huston
Jul 5, 2022 / Community, Development, Business
Downtown Memphis housing is in demand.
Jul 5, 2022 / Community, Development
Visitors Return at Near Pre-Pandemic Levels
Jul 5, 2022 / Tourism, Beale Street
Loews Development No Longer Moving Forward
Feb 8, 2022 / Uncategorized
DMC Chooses Local Development Team for 100 N Main
Jan 25, 2022 / Community, The Core, Development, Blight, Innovation, Business, Uncategorized
CHOOSE901 HOSTS DOWNTOWN COCKTAIL CONTEST IN CELEBRATION OF WORLD BARTENDER DAY Spirited by Old Dominick Distillery
Jan 20, 2022 / Community, Tourism, Business, Event, Uncategorized

2021

ZACH RANDOLPH JERSEY RETIREMENT CEREMONY ON DECEMBER 11 CULMINATES WEEK-LONG CELEBRATION OF THE GRIZZLIES LEGEND
Dec 1, 2021 / Community, Beale Street
DMC receives international recognition for 2 initiatives
Nov 8, 2021 / Community, Development, Blight, Innovation, South Main, Transportation/Mobility, Business, equity
Innovation: The Hallmark of Excellence
Nov 5, 2021 / Community, Innovation, Uncategorized
Get those taste buds ready for Memphis' Downtown Dining Week
Nov 4, 2021 / Community, Innovation, Business
The 901: MATA to consider reopening Madison Avenue trolley line; Grizzlies get big win
Nov 4, 2021 / Community, The Core, Development, Innovation, Edge/Medical District, equity
Finalists announced for 100 N. Main
Nov 4, 2021 / Community, The Core, Development, Blight
100 N Main Proposals
Sep 14, 2021 / The Core, Development, Tourism, Blight, Innovation, Business
The Rebirth of Memphis' 100 N. Main - Courtesy of Architect Magazine
Sep 14, 2021 / Community, Office, The Core, Development, Blight, Innovation
Beale Street Artcrawl Festival Returns Saturday
Aug 19, 2021 / Community, Tourism, Beale Street, Business, Event, equity
901 Day is Coming! Here’s Your Guide for Celebrating:
Aug 19, 2021 / Community, Edge/Medical District, Event, equity
Hu. Hotel in Downtown Memphis set to reopen with two dining options
Aug 19, 2021 / The Core, Development, Tourism, Business
Orion acquiring Financial Federal Bank
Aug 12, 2021 / Edge/Medical District, Business
SCS celebrates opening of new Medical District High School
Aug 11, 2021 / Community, Development, Edge/Medical District
World Golf Championships Inspires St. Jude’s Patient’s Through Colorful Art and Powerful Stories of Hope
Aug 11, 2021 / Community, Edge/Medical District, Event
901 Day is Coming! Here’s Your Guide for Celebrating:
Aug 11, 2021 / Community, Edge/Medical District, Event
Orion Federal Credit Union to acquire Financial Federal Bank in Memphis-based merger combo
Aug 11, 2021 / Community, Edge/Medical District, Business
Memphis celebrates Ida B. Wells with Statue Unveiling in Downtown Memphis
Jul 22, 2021 / Community, The Core, Tourism, equity
Memphis hotel projects poised to tap into pent-up travel demand
Jul 22, 2021 / Development, Tourism, Business
$30 million fund help minority developers launch projects in the Medical District
Jul 22, 2021 / Development, Edge/Medical District, equity
Tom Lee Park Renovation Begins
Jul 22, 2021 / Community, The Core, Development, Tourism
Minority-led group proposes $50M hotel and high-end condo project in Pinch District
Jul 13, 2021 / Development, Tourism, The Pinch, Business, Uptown, equity
Miss Tenn. competition comes to Memphis
Jun 30, 2021 / Community, Tourism
Final slab of Hernando DeSoto Bridge in place - Reopening Date TBD
Jun 30, 2021 / Development, Transportation/Mobility
What is South City?
Jun 30, 2021 / Community, Development, Innovation, equity
COGIC to bring new affordable housing units to downtown Memphis
Jun 23, 2021 / Community, South Main
Miss Tennessee promoters shine spotlight on Memphis; event a 'godsend' after tough 2020
Jun 22, 2021 / Community, Tourism, Event
Where to watch fireworks in the Memphis area this July 4, 2021
Jun 22, 2021 / Community, Event
Wiseacre Brewing Company celebrates its newest location
Jun 22, 2021 / Community, Development, Business
Memphis breaks ground on the region’s first barrier-free shelter for women
Jun 22, 2021 / Community, Innovation
The Walk on Union Adds Two New Partners
Jun 22, 2021 / Office, The Core, Development, Innovation, Business
Wolf River Greenway continues expansion, conservancy sees uptick in trail usage
Jun 22, 2021 / Community, Transportation/Mobility, Preservation/Sustainability, Uptown, Uncategorized
Disco primed for a comeback in 2021
Jun 16, 2021 / The Core
U.S. News and World report names Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Among Best in Country
Jun 16, 2021 / Community, Innovation, Edge/Medical District, Uncategorized
100 N. Main revitalization project in the works
Jun 16, 2021 / Community, The Core, Development, Blight
ODDS ‘experiential’ retail store opens on South Main
Jun 8, 2021 / Community, Development, South Main, Business
Brunch with a Side of History
Jun 4, 2021 / Community, South Main
Touring 100 N. Main: Shattered glass, shell casings, law books and spectacular views
Jun 2, 2021 / Community, Office, The Core, Development, Blight, Innovation, Business
Ja Morant the focus of Moneybagg Yo’s new song ‘ROTY’
Jun 2, 2021 / Community, Tourism, Beale Street
Downtown Development Round-Up
Jun 2, 2021 / Development, Blight
GHOST RIVER BREWING COMPANY OPENING SECOND LOCATION ON WORLD FAMOUS BEALE STREET
May 28, 2021 / Community, Development, Tourism, Beale Street
New public garages Downtown look to add charge
May 20, 2021 / Community, Business, Uncategorized
Where Southern Meets Latin
May 18, 2021 / Community, Tourism, Business
Winners of 2021 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest announced
May 18, 2021 / Community, Tourism, Event
Beale Street and Memphis Tourism Launch 10-week Outdoor Music Series This Summer
May 18, 2021 / Community, Beale Street, Event
Businesses celebrate as sports fans return to Downtown Memphis
May 18, 2021 / Community, Beale Street, Event
Applications open for program to help Downtown retail businesses thrive
May 18, 2021 / Community, Development, Blight, Business
A Conversation with Linn Sitler and Henry Turley
May 12, 2021 / Community, Development, Blight, Innovation, Preservation/Sustainability, Business
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BARBECUE COOKING CONTEST
May 12, 2021 / Community, Tourism, Event
Q&A: DMC President Paul Young on Downtown's big projects, grocery stores, pandemic recovery
May 12, 2021 / Community, Development, Business, Uncategorized
Now open: Good Morning Gorgeous brews up Downtown cafe in Court Square
May 5, 2021 / Community, Business
How a Memphis medical district is connecting residents to living-wage jobs
May 5, 2021 / Community, Business
MUD ISLAND PARK READY TO SHOW OFF ITS SOUL THIS SUMMER
May 5, 2021 / Community
St. Jude CEO Dr. James Downing details 'bold undertaking'
Apr 30, 2021 / Uncategorized
Downtown Memphis Commission President on Local Developments
Apr 30, 2021 / Uncategorized
Memphis Redbirds Partner with Downtown Memphis Commission for Nacho Average Tuesday®
Apr 16, 2021 / Community, The Core, Tourism
Maria Montessori School in Harbor Town - Leading a business that feels more like family
Apr 16, 2021 / Community, Innovation
'Boutique market' planned for Emerge Building and WLOK Building Upgrades - CCDC to Review
Apr 15, 2021 / Development
Hyatt Centric: Your Sneak Peek at Memphis’ Newest Hotel
Apr 15, 2021 / Development, Tourism, South Main, Business
New eats: Backlot Sandwich Shop opens in Downtown Memphis with 'big and fluffy' biscuits
Apr 15, 2021 / Community, South Main, Business
South of Beale moved down the street. Here's what to expect at the new restaurant.
Apr 14, 2021 / Community, Development, Tourism, South Main
South Point Grocery Store Headed to South Main
Apr 14, 2021 / Community, Development, South Main, Business, Uncategorized
Memphis Downtown development, The Walk, files permit to start construction on Union Avenue
Apr 14, 2021 / The Core, Development, Innovation, Business
Hyatt Announces Plans for Caption by Hyatt Development in Memphis
Apr 14, 2021 / Development, Tourism, Beale Street
What's happening with some of Downtown Memphis' most prominent blighted buildings?
Apr 14, 2021 / Development, Blight, Uncategorized
‘Orleans Station’ to bring residents, new retail to Medical District
Apr 13, 2021 / Edge/Medical District
Downtown’s Majestic Grille reopening next month
Apr 13, 2021 / The Core, Business
First look: What we know about one of The Walk's primary buildings in Downtown Memphis
Apr 13, 2021 / The Core, Development
Paul Young talks about future plans for Downtown Memphis
Apr 13, 2021 / Community, The Core, Business
SOB Downtown to Open in Mid-April
Apr 13, 2021 / Community, South Main
Epicenter Relocates Primary Office Space to Downtown Memphis
Mar 18, 2021 / Development, Business, epicenter
Paul Young Named As New Downtown Memphis Commission President
Mar 16, 2021 / Business
5 Star Stories: NCRM brings US civil rights history to life
Mar 10, 2021 / Community
Mighty Lights shine purple for International Women’s Day!
Mar 9, 2021 / Community
Indie Memphis hires local nonprofit leader as new executive director
Mar 4, 2021 / Community
UTHSC plays key role in COVID vaccine research
Feb 18, 2021 / Edge/Medical District
On-demand transit, the wave of the future?
Feb 18, 2021 / The Core
2021 Projects Brings New Artists/Exhibition to Open on Main Activation
Feb 18, 2021 / Community, The Core, Business
Inkwell: A new craft cocktail bar is in the works for the Edge District
Feb 11, 2021 / Edge/Medical District
Developer planning 'urban, townhouse community' on South Main Street
Feb 11, 2021 / South Main
The history of the Lorraine Motel — and why it’s a must-visit
Feb 11, 2021 / South Main
Downtown Memphis Offers Plenty of Romantic Date Options
Feb 11, 2021 / Uncategorized
Groove On Demand
Feb 3, 2021 / Community, Development, Innovation, Mobility
Pre-World War II Housing Types are the Perfect Solution for Today’s Downtown/Medical District
Feb 3, 2021 / Development, Uptown
New on-demand public transit service Groove On-Demand launches in Downtown
Feb 3, 2021 / Community, Transportation/Mobility, equity, mobililty
New Downtown Memphis restaurant Sugar Grits proves grits aren't just for breakfast
Jan 21, 2021 / The Core
Developers seek incentive for $3M project that would include new Sweet Magnolia's location
Jan 21, 2021 / Uncategorized
Little Bettie Pizza and Snacks At Wiseacre and Andrew Michael’s Downtown collaboration, it’s amore.
Jan 21, 2021 / South Main
Edge District development: Gelato shop part of project; cocktail bar, tech company eyed
Jan 21, 2021 / Edge/Medical District
Temporary Downtown Gallery Features Regional Artists
Jan 21, 2021 / The Core, Uncategorized
'I am going to go down fighting.' Chef Tam's sees a year of struggle and change amid pandemic
Jan 14, 2021 / The Core
Little Bettie: Chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman prove once again that they know pizza
Jan 12, 2021 / South Main, Business
What a vision: Eye institute receives $300,000 grant
Jan 11, 2021 / Edge/Medical District
Steimer Says: Five developments to watch in 2021
Jan 4, 2021 / The Core, Development, Edge/Medical District, The Pinch

2020

South Main Santa takes over Downtown Memphis for Christmas gift drive
Dec 3, 2020 / Uncategorized
Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea Emporium has a new home on South Main Street
Dec 3, 2020 / Uncategorized
Freeman resigns from National Civil Rights Museum
Dec 3, 2020 / Business
Downtown Memphis restaurant finds safer ways to give back on Thanksgiving
Dec 3, 2020 / Community
Downtown Memphis: 350-room hotel planned at One Beale to support convention center
Dec 3, 2020 / Development
St. Jude Memphis Marathon week is here! Here’s how to get the most out of the virtual experience
Dec 3, 2020 / Community
Plant, home goods store joins Downtown's Pinch District
Nov 16, 2020 / Community, The Pinch, Business
The Holiday Pop-Ups You Can’t Miss
Nov 13, 2020 / Community
COVID-19 forced one Memphis group to totally rethink its approach to homelessness. The results were life-changing
Nov 11, 2020 / Community, Innovation
Alcenia's restaurant celebrates 23 years of service
Nov 8, 2020 / Uncategorized
Nylon Net Building Has Been Purchased
Nov 4, 2020 / Development
Soul-n-Love: Alcenia's to celebrate 23 years of love and soul food with a block party
Nov 2, 2020 / Community
Memphis Park Now Hosts a Peace Project
Oct 30, 2020 / Community, fourth bluff park
SHOPPER'S GARAGE and MOBILITY CENTER: Downtown Development RFQs Released
Oct 29, 2020 / Uncategorized
She Piques South Main’s Curiosity: Meet Ashley Parham
Oct 28, 2020 / Community
Get Your Grub on During Downtown Dining Week 2020
Oct 28, 2020 / Community, ddw, downtowndiningweek
'Once-in-a-generation project': Memphis landscape architect honored for Big River Crossing
Oct 27, 2020 / Development
Downtown Dining Week in a year whose number must not be spoken
Oct 26, 2020 / Community, ddw, downtowndiningweek, downtown dining week
Bass Pro and Cabela’s to hire 7K new workers for the holidays
Oct 15, 2020 / The Pinch, Business
New Downtown Eatery from Restaurant Heavyweights
Oct 13, 2020 / South Main, Business
New CEO continues Indigo Ag’s commitment to Memphis headquarters
Oct 2, 2020 / Office, The Core, Business
What are the latest plans for Nylon Net, Spaghetti Warehouse projects?
Oct 2, 2020 / Office, South Main
Huling Station: New outdoor dining room opens in Memphis' South Main Arts District
Sep 30, 2020 / South Main
IDA Awards Top Industry Honor to the Downtown Memphis Commission
Sep 29, 2020 / Community, IDA award
The Weekly Dish: Memphis restaurants' random acts of kindness — let's follow their lead
Sep 18, 2020 / The Core
Los Comales owner, Drapac receive grants for Downtown projects
Sep 17, 2020 / The Core, Development
Outdoor dining space to open off South Main
Sep 17, 2020 / Innovation, South Main, Business
Empty chairs, stage demonstrate problems for live-events industry
Sep 16, 2020 / The Core, Leo events
Terminix officially names new name and ticker symbol, CEO Ponton takes over
Sep 15, 2020 / Business
Memphis 901 FC Assistant Coach Ben Pirmann Announced as Interim Head Coach
Sep 15, 2020 / Community
Domino’s Pledges $100 million to St. Jude, Largest Gift in Hospital’s History
Sep 14, 2020 / Community
How University of Memphis law school became a top 10 destination for Black students
Sep 11, 2020 / Community
Hilton’s hip Canopy opens on ‘happening’ Downtown corner
Sep 10, 2020 / The Core, Development
Explore Bike Share Lowers Price for Longer Rides
Sep 10, 2020 / Community
Varsity Spirit signs lease, moving headquarters to Snuff Factory
Sep 10, 2020 / Office, Development, Uptown
5 Star Stories: BBQ at The Rendezvous
Sep 8, 2020 / The Core, Business
South Main development: $1.5 million permit filed to create 'lifestyle hub'
Sep 3, 2020 / Development, Innovation, South Main
Memphis development: renovation of historic Tri-State Ironworks Building to begin
Sep 3, 2020 / Development, The Pinch
Curfew: A sneak peek at 'Top Chef' Fabio Viviani's new eatery coming to Downtown Memphis
Sep 3, 2020 / The Core, Development
Allworld Project Management receives largest minority firm contract ever from City of Memphis
Sep 3, 2020 / Development, Business, Allworld project management
Daytime Plaza Designed for the Homeless Will Soon Open
Sep 2, 2020 / The Core, Development, hospitality hub
Charlie Vergos Rendezvous reopens on #901 Day with new hours and outdoor alley seating
Sep 2, 2020 / Business, rendezvous
Orpheum Brings Back Movies
Aug 25, 2020 / Community, South Main, orpheum
The Walk Designed as ‘Digital City,’ and to Bridge the Digital Divide
Aug 18, 2020 / The Core, Development, Innovation, digital city, the walk
Urban Arts Commission Requests Proposals for Renasant Convention Center Rotating Exhibition Spaces
Aug 13, 2020 / Community, Development, arts, Renasant convention center, urban arts commission
The Orpheum Theatre Builds Mini-Golf Course on Stage to Attract Customers
Aug 13, 2020 / Community, golf, orpheum, orpheum theatre
Paper & Clay Plans Move to South Main, Seeks Renovation Grant
Aug 13, 2020 / Development, South Main, paper and clay, tenant improvement grant
Downtown Restaurants Expanding Outdoor Seating
Aug 11, 2020 / Development, Innovation, outdoor seating, restaurants
Eat Like the King: Elvis-Inspired Peanut Butter and Banana Dishes to Try
Aug 10, 2020 / Community, elvis, food
ServiceMaster Finds Its New CEO in Automotive Industry
Aug 6, 2020 / Office, ceo, employment, servicemaster
$45M Canopy by Hilton Slated to Open Next Month Downtown
Aug 6, 2020 / The Core, Development
The Ravine is About to Take Shape
Aug 5, 2020 / Development, Edge/Medical District, edge
'There's no stopping': Union Row gets new name, lays out plan
Aug 4, 2020 / The Core, Development, The Walk on Union, union row
2020 St. Jude Marathon Going Virtual
Jul 30, 2020 / Community, Event
Outdoor Dining at Felicia Suzanne's
Jul 30, 2020 / Community, The Core, Business
Virtual Neighborhood Preservation Summit Part II - August 28
Jul 30, 2020 / Community, Development, Preservation/Sustainability
DMC Proposes New Pre-Development Grant To Help Emerging and Minority Developers
Jul 29, 2020 / Development, grant
New Life for Nylon Net Building
Jul 23, 2020 / Development, Blight, South Main
New Outdoor Dining Policy Expands
Jul 23, 2020 / Community, Development, Innovation
See What's Brewing at Wiseacre's New Downtown Location
Jul 21, 2020 / Development, South Main, wiseacre
Cafe Lit Will Bring African American Poetry and Soul Food to Downtown Memphis
Jul 16, 2020 / The Core, Development
FedEx Small Biz Promo Highlights Memphis Chocolatier
Jul 15, 2020 / Edge/Medical District
Bluff City Greens brings groceries to South Memphis, Downtown
Jul 15, 2020 / The Core, Innovation, South Main, Edge/Medical District, The Pinch
Cocozza: New Italian pop-up patio & takeout concept by owners of The Majestic Grille
Jul 15, 2020 / The Core
Memphis' Little Tea Shop is an 'American' Story
Jul 9, 2020 / The Core
STIX Restaurant Opens a New Location in Downtown Memphis
Jul 9, 2020 / The Core, Development
Reader's Digest Lists Crowne Plaza as One of the 12 Cleanest Hotels
Jul 9, 2020 / The Core
Wok’n in Memphis Launches Online Specialty Store
Jul 9, 2020 / Innovation, South Main
Southwest community college plans expansion, new ‘front door’ on Union
Jul 7, 2020 / Development, Edge/Medical District
Soul Food From the Heart at Alcenia’s
Jul 7, 2020 / The Pinch
5 Star Stories: A. Schwab’s resilience prevails through pandemic
Jul 7, 2020 / Innovation, Beale Street
Prospero Health Doubles Downtown Office Space
Apr 30, 2020 / Office, The Core
Memphis & Shelby County to Enter Phase 1 of Back-to-Business Plan
Apr 30, 2020 / Community
Kemmons Wilson moving HQ Downtown
Apr 8, 2020 / Development
Robb Hunter of Havana Mix Awarded CCDC Development Loan for Expansion
Feb 20, 2020 / Development

2019

Renasant Bank Announces Naming Rights Partnership with Memphis Convention Center
Nov 22, 2019 / Development
Bringing more retail to Downtown Memphis: Here's how officials are working to fill vacancies
Sep 10, 2019 / The Core, Development
Free Downtown Memphis yoga class grows in popularity
Jul 2, 2019 / Tourism
Hotel Boom
Jul 2, 2019 / Development
DMC Board Members Hit the Road
Jan 18, 2019 / Office, Development, Blight
Developers get $650K grant aimed at saving historic buildings on South Front Street
Jan 18, 2019 / Development, Blight
Construction to begin on The Ravine, $5M greenspace project near Downtown
Jan 18, 2019 / Development, Blight
Renovation of Downtown Memphis warehouse to create more space for artists
Jan 18, 2019 / Development
Royal Furniture moving after downtown building purchased by New York developer
Jan 18, 2019 / The Core, Development

2018

Build Up Not Out
Dec 21, 2018 / Development
Planned $5.7M urban park gets grants to pick up where Union Row development ends
Dec 21, 2018 / Development
Wiseacre expects to bring at least 40 jobs to Downtown with new brewery
Dec 21, 2018 / Development
Arcade Building gets incentives for renovation and expansion of South Main restaurant
Dec 21, 2018 / Development
Grand entrance: $950M Union Row proposed for Downtown
Nov 15, 2018 / Development
Postponed: State of Downtown Annual Community Gathering
Oct 1, 2018 / Community, The Core, Development, Innovation, South Main
Handy Park Design Challenge - Winners Announced
Jun 29, 2018 / Beale Street
'Mighty Lights' Introduces Dual LED Lighting Package to Bookend Memphis Riverfront
May 30, 2018 / Development
Open on Main, DMC's Pop Up Retail Strategy, Returns May 2018
May 2, 2018 / The Core
Explore Bike Share Announces Station Locations Ahead of Spring Launch
Mar 28, 2018 / Transportation/Mobility
2018 Open on Main - Apply Now for our Retail Activation Initiative
Mar 20, 2018 / Community, Development, Innovation
Two Beale Street Design Contests Announced
Mar 6, 2018 / Beale Street
St. Jude to Build $412M 'Linchpin' Advanced Research Center
Feb 21, 2018 / Development
DCA Unveils New-Look Downtown HQ
Feb 14, 2018 / Development
Medical District Streetscape Project Has Been Named a Building Memphis Awards finalist
Feb 2, 2018 / Edge/Medical District
Additional Funding from Downtown Memphis Commission and Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau Creates New Opportunities for Work Local Program
Jan 31, 2018 / Blight
Memphis Greenspace Moves Forward with Park Activation Plans
Jan 25, 2018 / Development
DMC names Top 10 Downtown redevelopment 'game changers'
Jan 22, 2018 / Development

2017

Buff City Soap Opens Permanent Storefront on Main Street After Successful Open on Main Pop-up Shop
Dec 4, 2017 / The Core
Oswalt Selected as Downtown Memphis Commission President
Nov 16, 2017 / Office
DMC 2017 Annual Meeting & 40th Anniversary Celebration
Oct 11, 2017 / Community, The Core, Development, Innovation
Local Artist Selected to Lead Downtown I-40 Underpass Installation
Oct 9, 2017 / Community, Blight
Edge project developers approved for $19 million tax break
Aug 8, 2017 / Development
Open on Main Pop-Up Shop Initiative Expands
Aug 8, 2017 / The Core
Memphis Farmers Market adds second marketplace in Court Square Park
Jun 20, 2017 / The Core
DRB Approves New Lighting for Hernando Desoto Bridge
Jun 7, 2017 / Development
Apply for I-40 Underpass Lighting and Mural Installation RFQ
May 15, 2017 / Community, Blight
See Inside: Future ServiceMaster headquarters
Apr 27, 2017 / Development
OPEN ON MAIN - Open for Business Beginning May 1
Apr 20, 2017 / Development
Downtown bar invests in greenspace — and helps get rid of one of the Dirty Dozen
Apr 14, 2017 / Community, Blight, Innovation
“RiverPlay” Pop-Up Park Coming to Memphis Riverfront This Summer
Apr 12, 2017 / Development
South Main Recycles Begins this Spring
Apr 12, 2017 / South Main
Doug Carpenter buys historic Downtown building as part of agency's growth
Apr 5, 2017 / Development
DMC Announces OPEN ON MAIN Pop-Up Initiative
Mar 21, 2017 / The Core
Redbirds Reveal Plans for Team Store Inside AutoZone Park
Mar 1, 2017 / Development
Memphis Students Leave Their Beautiful Mark on Blighted Downtown Building
Feb 1, 2017 / Blight
City reveals ambitious, transformational plan to complement St. Jude's $9B investment
Jan 18, 2017 / Development
Renovations nearly complete at Downtown food hall and event venue
Jan 18, 2017 / South Main
DMC Receives International Downtown Association Grant for Main Street Sounds Busking Program
Jan 11, 2017 / The Core

2016

19-story "startup village" is home to entrepreneurs in Downtown
Dec 22, 2016 / Office
Beale Street Gives Back to Memphis
Dec 8, 2016 / Beale Street
Design Board OKs Signs For ServiceMaster, Old Dominick
Dec 8, 2016 / Development
Strategic Priorities for Downtown Memphis
Nov 18, 2016 / Development
Downtown Memphis seeking ways to boost energy on Main
Nov 16, 2016 / Development
Memphis Receives $5 Million to Reimagine The Fourth Bluff
Sep 8, 2016 / Development
Designs Assistance Sought for Applicants for Exterior Improvement Grant
Aug 31, 2016 / Development
Seeing a Neighborhood Transform
Aug 26, 2016 / Development
DMC Allocates Second Round of Funding for Events
Aug 6, 2016 / Community
DMC Allocates First Round of Funding for Events and Activation Grants
Jul 25, 2016 / Development, Innovation
Big River Crossing Confirms Opening
Jul 14, 2016 / Development
DMC Offering Grant for Events, Animation and Activation in Downtown
Jun 22, 2016 / Community, Innovation
Beale Street Bucks Starts Sat. June 11th
Jun 9, 2016 / Beale Street
Pinch District Public Engagement and Visioning
Jun 6, 2016 / The Pinch
Service Master To Relocate HQ to Downtown Memphis!
Jun 3, 2016 / Office
Beale Street Landing 2016 BEST Marina/Port in the World
Apr 15, 2016 / Development
Re-Imagining Civic Commons
Apr 12, 2016 / The Core
Downtown Creative District Teeming With Possibilities
Mar 4, 2016 / The Core
Creativity Hub Looking to Land in Downtown Core
Feb 26, 2016 / Office, The Core, Development
Nearly $500 Million in New Projects Planned for South District
Feb 24, 2016 / Community, Development, South Main
Medical District Exploding with Growth
Feb 23, 2016 / Development, Edge/Medical District
Why A Healthy Downtown Important to our Region
Feb 22, 2016 / Community, Development, Tourism
Downtown Property Values On The Rise
Feb 21, 2016 / Community, Development, Blight
Overview of Downtown Development
Feb 18, 2016 / Development
State of Downtown Report
Feb 18, 2016 / Development
Eyesores to Eye Candy: DMC's Fight to Make Blight Right
Feb 18, 2016 / Blight
Central Station Project On Track for South Main
Feb 11, 2016 / Development, South Main

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Downtown Memphis is in Top 5 market for pandemic recovery
Nov 30, -0001 / Uncategorized
Alcenia’s Owner Buys Building After Renting For 23 Years
Nov 30, -0001 / Uncategorized