There are nearly 75,000 veterans living in the tri-county area, yet the nearest veterans' home is 100 miles away. That has prompted the non-profit organization West Tennessee Veterans Home to plan a big new development.
Memphis was recently named the “Most Improved City for Cycling,” and this shift toward a bike-friendly culture was not accidental. Through coordinated strategy and investment of government, community and business, the Bluff City has seen a cycling awakening.
With direction from the Urban Land Institute, Memphis is endeavoring to create an innovation district amidst the city’s medical campuses. As envisioned, the result of the redevelopment will be an urban environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship.
The Memphis City Beautiful Commission is engaging neighborhood groups and volunteers to fight blight, increase recycling and keep Memphis looking its best. Learn about what’s next for MCBC and how the community is getting involved.
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