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  • January 09, 2025 12:58 PM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Thank you for your steadfast support in 2024! The 66th AutoZone Liberty Bowl was a huge success and had a great national impact. 

     

    With your support and dedication, the AutoZone Liberty Bowl continued its mission of celebrating LIBERTY, FREEDOM and PATRIOTISM and sharing the life-saving message of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to a national audience on ESPN.

     

    We look forward to your continued support in 2025 as we make plans for the 67th AutoZone Liberty Bowl!




  • January 08, 2025 5:34 PM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Memphis International Airport prepares for winter weather operations

     

    MEMPHIS, TENN. (January 8, 2025) – With winter precipitation in the forecast this week, Memphis International Airport (MEM) is providing passengers with information about how winter weather affects air travel and how the airport works to keep flights arriving and departing safely:

     

    Snow Operations:

    • When winter weather is forecast, MEM schedules its crews based on the amount, duration and type of the expected precipitation. Snow and ice require different types of treatment.
    • The goal is to prevent the buildup of ice and snow on runways and taxiways so that aircraft can continue to operate safely. Crews also work around the clock to clear ramps, service roads, terminal roadways, fuel farm loading areas and more.
    • MEM has more than 40 vehicles dedicated to snow/ice removal, including snow brooms, plow trucks, snow blowers, liquid and granular de-icing trucks, and tractors.
    • Approximately 140 employees from airfield and building maintenance are available for snow operations, along with staff from Operations, Communications, Airport Police, Procurement, and other areas. The vast majority of the Airport Authority’s 300 employees are involved in winter weather operations in some capacity.
    • Airfield crews will work around the clock to clear runways.
    • MEM’s centralized deicing facility will be active for airlines to perform deicing operations as needed.

     

    Airlines:

    • Passengers should contact their airline before traveling. Airlines manage all aspects of scheduling and will have the most up-to-date information. Early morning flights in particular could be affected.
    • Even if MEM is open with flights arriving and departing, weather across the U.S. could disrupt airline schedules this week.
    • Airlines are responsible for all aspects of ticketing, baggage, and gate operations.
    • While MEM is responsible for clearing runways and taxiways, airlines handle all aspects of deicing aircraft including staffing, application and equipment maintenance.

     

    Other Passenger Information:

    • Allow for extra time to get to the airport due to road conditions. It is recommended that they arrive at the airport at least two hours prior to their scheduled departure.

     

    Additional Links

     

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    Glen Thomas, C.M.
    Director of Strategic Marketing&
    Communications/PIO
    2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113 Memphis TN 38116-3856
    901-922-8301
    gthomas@flymemphis.com
    flymemphis.com


  • July 24, 2024 10:46 AM | Meagan May (Administrator)

    Join Backbeat Tours, Overton Park Shell, and the Memphis Rock'n'Soul Museum for a one-day-only event to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of Live Rock'n'Roll.

    Check out this article in the Memphis Flyer!

    https://www.memphisflyer.com/elvis-at-the-shell-2

  • October 26, 2023 11:28 AM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Check out this great blog post that Kim Halyak shared.

    Blog post about Cooper-Young Garden Walk

  • February 15, 2023 1:20 PM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Memphis Zoo has been nominated again for USA Today 10 Best Zoos in the nation. Help us make it to the top by voting every day until March 6th. The link is included below.

    Vote here!


  • February 07, 2023 2:09 PM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Kim Halyak with Cooper Young Garden Association has 2 speaking engagements this week. Tuesday, Feb. 7, 6pm--I'll be at the MBG, to talk to the Memphis Horticultural Society about Garden Tourism, and their city-wide garden walk, Experience Memphis Gardens.


    Saturday, Feb. 11, she'll be at the @Concourse Theatre for this year's TEDTalks to talk about "Gardening Grows Tourism Dollars". #TEDxmemphis Come check it out. Use code TED_DARE_23 to get $25 off your tickets to any session for the reduced Early Bird rate!



  • January 26, 2023 2:38 PM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Memphis International Airport announces World Class Tour dates for 2023

    Memphis International Airport (MEM) has announced its Jon K. Thompson World Class Tour dates for 2023. The first tour of the year will take place on March 23.

    Named after Jon K. Thompson, one of the Airport Authority’s longest-serving board members, these tours are designed to give attendees a better look at the airport’s operations and a better understanding about the important role MEM plays in the Mid-South economy.

    The tours will take place from 8 to 10:30 a.m. on the following dates:

    • Thursday, March 23, 2023
    • Thursday, April 27, 2023
    • Thursday, May 25, 2023
    • Thursday, June 22, 2023
    • Thursday, July 27, 2023
    • Thursday, August 24, 2023
    • Thursday, September 28, 2023
    • Thursday, October 26, 2023 

    The tour begins with a continental breakfast and presentations on the airport's history, current activities, finances, projects, air service development efforts, and FedEx operations. The presentations are followed by a comprehensive bus tour around the airfield, including the FedEx World Hub and the Tennessee Air National Guard base. At the conclusion of the bus tour, attendees will also have the option of a walking tour of the new modernized concourse.

    “The World Class Tour allows the public to learn about the past, present and future as it relates to MEM and its operations and projects,” said Scott Brockman, President and CEO of Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority. “This is a unique opportunity for our community to have a behind-the-scenes airport experience.”

    Register online at www.flymemphis.com/jon-k-thompson-world-class-tour. For more information, email wct@flymemphis.com or call 901-922-8079.


  • January 25, 2023 11:01 AM | Shirley Davis Conner (Administrator)

    Memphis Zoological Society is excited to announce plans to add more than 150 new team members for this upcoming spring season. The Zoo is looking for passionate individuals who are customer-service oriented and dedicated to the Zoo’s mission of creating adventures and saving wildlife. We seek talented individuals who want their work to mean something bigger and make a positive impact on the world.  World class zoos are comprised of world class team members representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourages every type of person to apply. 

    The hiring blitz will kick off with a job fair on Tuesday, February 7th, and February 21st from 2:00pm until 5:00pm for prospective applicants who would like to learn more about our open positions and teams. Please bring an ID and be prepared to interview. Please show the attached image to the parking attendant and gate staff upon arrival.

    The Zoo offers a wide range of jobs for every type of individual. Currently, there are seasonal (6 month) customer service and team lead positions open in the following departments- Culinary, Retail, Guest Services, Rides, Education, Horticulture, Admissions, and Membership. Part-time, full-time positions and internships are also available.

    Our Team understands the importance of our role in global conservation efforts and contributes fully to our mission. The Zoo believes that human diversity is as important as the biodiversity we seek to conserve. “At the Memphis Zoo, we create adventures while saving wildlife. We are seeking energetic, fun, responsible and service-orientated applicants for seasonal employment opportunities,” said Steve Rodriguez, Director of Human Resources. 

    We strive to give team members a positive and fulfilling experiences working with us. All team members are eligible for perks including a family membership and ticket package (a $380 valuation), access to an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, Preview Events and Family Nights, Behind-the-scenes sneak peek at new exhibits, Self-guided professional development e-courses, and chance for internal promotion.

    You can find more information here: https://www.memphiszoo.org/careers


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