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• City plans to issue $65.7 million in bonds to fund projects

  26-03-2025 20:25 via bizjournals.com
  The City of Memphis plans to issue $65.7 million in bonds to fund some long-planned infrastructure projects.
  
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• Memphis International Airport set to begin major demolition effort

  26-03-2025 19:41 via bizjournals.com
  Significant demolition work is set to begin at Memphis International Airport as part of a $700 million modernization project.
  
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• Gov. Bill Lee sends letter of interest to NFL to host 2029 Super Bowl

  26-03-2025 12:43 via bizjournals.com
  Gov. Bill Lee has officially sent a letter of interest to the NFL for Tennessee to host the 2029 Super Bowl. Here's what we know about the process.
  
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• Monster Mini Golf headed to suburb's high-profile development

  26-03-2025 12:34 via bizjournals.com
  
  Monster Mini Golf's owner chose the new location because its demographic of having lots of families is just the audience he's aiming for, and he's seen some discussion online about the lack of entertainment options in that area.
  
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• Bank chief investment officer on impact of tariffs and uncertainties

  25-03-2025 20:46 via bizjournals.com
  MBJ talks to a bank chief investment officer about the impact of tariffs — and the uncertainty and changes about what will be affected — on the U.S. business landscape.
  
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• Talking tariffs and Tennessee with state business leader

  25-03-2025 20:10 via bizjournals.com
  Two things top of mind for new Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry CEO Josh Brown: membership growth and buy-in.
  
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• Memphis startup opens capital raise as it builds first modular reactor

  25-03-2025 17:48 via bizjournals.com
  A Memphis-based company just launched a new capital raise as it builds its first modular reactor, scales up, and looks ahead to mass production — and even a possible technological "revolution."
  
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• Bitcoin miner expands capacity/power use with Hickory Hill data center

  25-03-2025 13:10 via bizjournals.com
  
  A Bitcoin miner has secured a loan to double its overall capacity and power needs with a Memphis data center in Hickory Hill.
  
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• Midtown bakery to open second location with expanded capabilities

  25-03-2025 12:22 via bizjournals.com
  The Midtown bakery The Ginger's Bread is opening a second location. MBJ talks to owner Jimmy Hoxie about how he picked the new spot and what new capabilities he'll have there.
  
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• Here are all the Shelby County private schools so far that plan to accept vouchers (updated)

  24-03-2025 20:46 via bizjournals.com
  
  The State of Tennessee has published a list of 180 schools that plan to participate in the new universal voucher program — including 46 schools in Shelby County. You can see them all here.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Andrea Wiley of Hemline Tailored Brand Strategies

  22-03-2025 00:42 via bizjournals.com
  
  Her biggest career achievement came when she joined the ownership group of Hemline Tailored Brand Strategies as a valued partner two years ago.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Shannon Briggs of Campfire Collective

  22-03-2025 00:40 via bizjournals.com
  As Shannon and team highlight Memphis and Memphians, they also host their Just Bluffin’ podcast and have increased partnerships, including WYXR, I Love Memphis, and Choose901.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Beth Wilson of Wilson Public Relations

  22-03-2025 00:35 via bizjournals.com
  
  Wilson and her PR team navigate the constantly changing PR landscape as they “take great pride in bringing the stories of innovative companies to life through versatile communications solutions.”
  
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• Regional One Health closes on sites for billion-dollar campus near Downtown

  21-03-2025 19:28 via bizjournals.com
  There are still a few parcel deals being put together to create the new 16-acre campus.
  
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• FedEx execs give update on spinning out FedEx Freight as a standalone company

  21-03-2025 18:48 via bizjournals.com
  FedEx remains on track to complete its separation, according to its original timeline.
  
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• Memphis company eyes multistate expansion; scores Fast Company innovation nod

  21-03-2025 04:20 via bizjournals.com
  The company's facility currently has the capability of removing 15,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide by turning biomass into bricks.
  
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• Memphis airport moves terminal modernization design forward (Renderings)

  20-03-2025 22:17 via bizjournals.com
  The design team is spearheaded by Memphis-based UrbanArch and Minneapolis-based Alliiance Architects.
  
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• Local coffeehouse Java Cabana reopens with new owners

  20-03-2025 20:38 via bizjournals.com
  The coffeehouse's owners plan to offer food next. They're thinking charcuterie boards, croissants, and breakfast sandwiches. They've also recently applied for their beer license.
  
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• Memphis company lands Department of Defense contract for vaccine delivery

  20-03-2025 16:59 via bizjournals.com
  Department of Defense initiative's first-use case would be for HIV vaccine delivery via a platform developed by a Memphis-based company.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Paige Walkup of Caissa Public Strategy

  20-03-2025 16:58 via bizjournals.com
  The stellar team and growth of Caissa over the past 15 years is Paige Walkup’s proudest career achievement so far.
  
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• Risk management firm in 'growth mode' to move HQ to East Memphis

  20-03-2025 00:13 via bizjournals.com
  The move allows for the firm to grow into a bigger space near the heart of the Memphis business community.
  
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• Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co. names new president

  20-03-2025 00:13 via bizjournals.com
  The company's new president started as a branch manager and most recently served as COO.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Becca Hand of Paradigm Marketing & Creative

  19-03-2025 23:50 via bizjournals.com
  Becca Hand began her career at Paradigm 12 years ago and has since enjoyed her biggest career achievement at the company when she was offered a partnership.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Jasmine Phillips of the Phillips Media Agency

  19-03-2025 23:44 via bizjournals.com
  Jasmine’s next big goal is earning accreditation in public relations from the Public Relations Society of America.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Gökben Yamandağ of Archer

  19-03-2025 23:39 via bizjournals.com
  Not surprisingly, Gökben notes that “AI is arguably the biggest trend in media and advertising because of its transformative impact across the entire ecosystem.”
  
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• Meet the new partner leading iconic restaurant Bryant's Breakfast into future

  19-03-2025 18:58 via bizjournals.com
  MBJ talks to the "country strong" partner who was new to the restaurant industry but is leading Bryant's Breakfast into a new era that looks a lot like the old one — only bigger.
  
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• Giant local private company names out-of-market CEO

  19-03-2025 16:48 via bizjournals.com
  The company announced last year its plans to move its HQ to Crosstown Concourse.
  
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• City Council approves two key funding measures for $550 million FedExForum renovations

  19-03-2025 00:49 via bizjournals.com
  One of the two measures still requires another two votes from City Council before it goes into effect.
  
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• UTHSC names new College of Medicine dean

  19-03-2025 00:40 via bizjournals.com
  Hocker most recently has served as dean and chief academic officer for the University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine.
  
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• Billion-dollar Memphis cos. detail Canada and Mexico tariff concerns

  18-03-2025 19:37 via bizjournals.com
  The companies all cited potential issues if the Trump administration implements proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: Lauren Holtermann of Holtermonster

  17-03-2025 00:29 via bizjournals.com
  Lauren Holtermann’s been building Holtermonster for about 15 years, creating original poster art, illustrations, and graphic design, plus some art direction.
  
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• Women Who Lead in Advertising & Media: April Thompson of WREG TV News Channel 3

  17-03-2025 00:21 via bizjournals.com
  
  April still believes there’s a space for traditional newscasts and reporting, offering more details, as opposed to short character limit platforms.
  
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• Custom Memphis house named home of the year by National Association of Home Builders

  17-03-2025 00:13 via bizjournals.com
  
  Its design drew inspiration from homes in its surrounding neighborhood, blending modern and historic features.
  
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• Local university receives $1 million from First Horizon's foundation

  14-03-2025 18:51 via bizjournals.com
  It is the single-largest donation in the school's history. The university completed a $34 million renovation project in 2024.
  
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• Selling a home in Memphis? This is the best week to list it, per Realtor.com

  14-03-2025 04:21 via bizjournals.com
  Memphis is a bit later on the calendar, while Nashville tracks with the national average.
  
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• MMBC Continuum launches Strategic Business Growth Programs in Shelby County

  14-03-2025 04:10 via bizjournals.com
  The org is holding a series of kickoff meetings in every district in Shelby County. The programs are designed for those business owners in the idea stage or those who've had a business for years.
  
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• Well-known Memphis restaurant chain plans event to mark a milestone

  13-03-2025 19:43 via bizjournals.com
  The event is scheduled to include a kids zone, vendors, live music on the Overton Park Shell’s Shell on Wheels, and, of course, food.
  
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• Former Memphis TV anchor to lead communications for Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

  13-03-2025 19:30 via bizjournals.com
  The Memphis media personality was an anchor at WMC, WREG, and ABC24.
  
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• State of Tennessee selects construction manager for $800 million I-55 bridge

  13-03-2025 17:41 via bizjournals.com
  The aging current I-55 Memphis & Arkansas Bridge opened in 1949.
  
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• Tennessee tourism is 'missing an opportunity to capitalize' on assets, including in Memphis

  13-03-2025 04:14 via bizjournals.com
  Here are the key takeaways from the "State of Black Tourism in Tennessee" panel earlier this year.
  
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• Here's how many Memphis jobs could be disrupted by AI

  13-03-2025 03:54 via bizjournals.com
  The explosive growth of artificial intelligence is touching nearly every industry — and disrupting many jobs. But some are at higher risk than others.
  
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• Northside Square on time and on budget with tenant buildout to begin

  12-03-2025 20:26 via bizjournals.com
  The project is on time to deliver by the end of the year, and its first tenants are expected to occupy the building by January 2026.
  
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• How sports became a key aspect of First Horizon's brand strategy

  12-03-2025 19:51 via bizjournals.com
  The Memphis-headquartered company has expanded its sports branding portfolio significantly over recent months, including in growth markets in Florida and the Carolinas.
  
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• Friends For All executive director Diane Duke expands local org's mission

  11-03-2025 23:24 via bizjournals.com
  
  Friends For All now serves as a low-to-no-cost full-service health organization, providing wellness, food pantry, and mental health services as well as rapid HIV and STI testing and treatment.
  
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• Million-dollar homes: How Memphis compares to other metros

  11-03-2025 22:58 via bizjournals.com
  The typical $1 million home nationwide has decreased in size over the past five years, including in Memphis.
  
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• Iconic Memphis restaurant, hotel named Southern Living's 2025 'Best of the South'

  11-03-2025 18:40 via bizjournals.com
  Of note, a wrong has been righted. After years of Memphis being snubbed, a local barbecue restaurant has been named "Best Barbecue Joint" for the state of Tennessee.
  
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• TVA seeks to add 200 megawatts of power via gas turbines in Southwest Memphis

  11-03-2025 17:35 via bizjournals.com
  Aero CTs evolved from jet engines and are the latest in power generation tech.
  
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• Crosstown Brewing introduces THC seltzer

  11-03-2025 03:13 via bizjournals.com
  Ortkiese said the THC flavor is not discernible in Orbit. The flavors are blueberry, lemonade, and peach tea — with more to come.
  
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• New nonstop Spirit Airlines route added at Memphis International Airport

  10-03-2025 21:32 via bizjournals.com
  Currently, only Delta Airlines offers a nonstop route to to the major metro from Memphis.
  
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• Here's how much home values have risen in Memphis since 2020, per Zillow report

  10-03-2025 20:27 via bizjournals.com
  There were nearly 18,000 single-family home permits for Memphis-area homes from January 2020 to November 2024, according to Zillow.
  
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