I hope you all got to enjoy the nice long weekend celebrating Labor Day with family and friends.

Were you able to share the good news this weekend? Did you hear any positive Memphis news?

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Duncan

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Celebrating 901 Day by Visiting Local Businesses

As I mentioned last week, it was 901 Day. And I had a great time celebrating the 901 by visiting local businesses across the city. Our local businesses are what make our city grow and prosper. Watch this video for a recap of the day.

Metal Museum forges future with grand opening in Overton Park

We’ve got another great asset in this city. The Metal Museum officially opened its new home in Overton Park. The museum is now a 75,000 sq ft space filled with exhibits, a library, office space, a 350-seat auditorium, room for educational activities, and more. The original facility will remain open and become a home for artists in residence. Read more here.

Memphis Man Becomes the Oldest Person to Complete the Appalachian Trail

Dale Sanders, also known as Greybeard, became the oldest person to hike the entire Appalachian Trail. At 91 years old, Sanders started his journey on September 6, 2025, and concluded it in Maine around noon on August 31, 2026. The Appalachian Trail is an almost 2,200 mile footpath stretching from Georgia to Maine. Read more here.

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