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Memphis Teams Score Big Wins
It’s a great time of year to be a Memphian!
Last week, the Grizzlies had their home opener against the Utah Jazz, defeating them 123-103. They went on to win their next three games against the Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, and Utah Jazz.
They aren’t the only ones with a big win this week. The Memphis Tigers won in overtime against East Carolina in a conference matchup. Not to mention ESPN’s “SportsCenter On Campus” came to Tiger Lane Thursday to feature the Tigers.
Memphis, we need to get out there and support our home teams! Pack Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Fill the FedExForum.
Being FOR MEMPHIS means getting out there, getting involved, supporting our home teams—win or lose—and sharing the good news.
Duncan
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Q3 Public Safety Update
Preliminary data reports that crime in Memphis continued with a significant drop in all major categories through the first three quarters of 2026!
Major violent crime rate: down 27.5% compared to 2025, and 6.4% lower than 2011, the low point in the past 15 years
Major property crime rate: down 36.9%
Vehicle theft rate: down 55.9%
Overall crime rate: down 21.4%
CodeCrew Leads $4M Push for Tech Careers in Memphis and Mississippi
CodeCrew, along with several other STEM-focused nonprofits, launched a new $4M initiative, Future 20-55, to expand tech education across the Mid-South. The goal is to place more than 500 people into technology roles over the next 3 years. Spearheaded by CodeCrew, the coalition brings in other partners like Tech901 and Southwest Tennessee Community College. Read more about the initiative and partnerships here.
St. Jude Rolls Out Eco-Friendly Prescription Bottles Featuring Artwork Inspired by Patients
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is changing the look of its prescription bottles. Artwork by the patients is featured on the bottles they rolled out last week in honor of National Pharmacy Week. St. Jude hopes that the new prescription bottles inspire patients and remind them that St. Jude’s care goes beyond on-site visits. Watch more.
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