FOR MEMPHIS: GOOD NEWS FROM MEMPHIS - GOOD NEWS FOR MEMPHIS AUGUST 17, 2026

August in Memphis is a great time! It may be hot, but we still show up.

From the FedEx St. Jude Championship to Elvis Week, there is a lot of good news flowing through the city.

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Elvis Brings People from Around the World to Memphis

Even 49 years after his death, Elvis Presley, the King of Rock n’ Roll, brings people to Memphis. These people aren’t just from other states; they’re from other countries. For many, it’s not a one-time trip to pay homage. They’re visiting yearly and sometimes even multiple times a year. Learn more about some of the Elvis fans from across the globe here.

Four Memphians Named Finalists for Tennessee Book Awards

Across different categories, four Memphians were named finalists for the Tennessee Book Awards. Robert Busby and David Wesley Williams are finalists in the fiction category, while Martha Park and Maria Zoccola are finalists in the nonfiction and poetry categories, respectively. Winners will be announced in September. Congratulations to these talented Memphians! Read more about the awards here.

FedEx St. Jude Championship was a Success!

Every year, the FedEx St. Jude Championship brings top golfers, golf fans, and news coverage from across the country. Major news outlets like CBS, ESPN, and the New York Times write about what is happening in our city. This year was another successful year with Scottie Scheffler winning the title. Read more about this year’s tournament here.

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