FOR MEMPHIS: Good News from Memphis - Good News for Memphis - Good News for Memphis, April 28, 2026

There’s been lots of good news over the past few weeks, and it’s all exciting. Positive stories about our people and our places. News about what makes Memphis, Memphis.

On that note, early voting ends this week, April 30. Your vote is part of the positive Memphis story.

Keep sharing these stories with your network. And if you’ve got good news of your own, share it with me.

We are changing the narrative one positive Memphis story at a time.

Duncan

Keep Reading the Good News For Memphis.

Immersive Museum on Mud Island May 1 Opening

A new museum is coming to Mud Island this week, Baron Von Opperbean. The interactive museum is housed in the former Mississippi River Museum and features a collaboration of art, technology, and play. Learn more here and here. (Thanks for sharing, Marvin Stockwell)

Snowden School Student Ranked #1 Boxer in the Country

Sixth grade student, Harmone Sisson is making a name for herself in the boxing world. Only a few months after stepping into the ring, Harmone is now ranked #1 in the country. She won not only the 2026 USA National Boxing Women’s Championship, but also the 2026 Silver Glover National Championship. Way to go, Harmone! Watch this video to hear her story. (Thanks for sharing this good news, Andy McCartor.)

Local Teen in New Michael Jackson Biopic

Memphis teen, Jaylen Lyndon Hunter, plays a young Marlon Jackson in the new movie, “Michael.” Jaylen starred as young Simba in the touring production of “Disney’s The Lion King” as well as Marlon in the touring production of “MJ the Musical.” Read more about Jaylen and the film here.

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