Welcome to your source for the uplifting stories that make Memphis shine! From innovative community projects to heartwarming tales of local heroes, there is so much good happening in the city of Memphis, TN. Take a moment to dive into the news that uplifts and unites, proving there’s plenty to cheer about in the 901!
1. Memphis Rock N’ Soul Museum Named One of the Best Museums in the U.S.
USA Today has named the 901’s Rock N’ Soul Museum one of the nation’s best! Obviously, Memphis has been and will always be known as a music city, but being home to an immersive experience like the Rock N’ Soul Museum helps keep the legacy and culture alive for the world and future Memphians to enjoy!
2. South Point Celebrates 3 Years with Live Series
Since opening, South Point Grocery has become a staple in downtown Memphis! Offering a spot for Memphians to shop locally and a space for the community to come together. In celebration of its 3rd anniversary, South Point will host a live music series kicking off on March 22nd. The concert series will feature local acts like Jesse Wilcox, Steve Lockwood, and Jeff Hulett.
3. UTHSC R1 Status puts Memphis on the Map
Memphis is a hub for innovation, and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) is ensuring we maintain that status. UTHSC has officially joined the ranks of the nation’s top research institutions with its new R1 designation from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Rankings like this help increase opportunities for recruiting top-tier talent to the 901 and boots advancements in the local health care sector.
4. Penny Named to Coach of the Year Watch List
Memphis loves Penny, as does the rest of the nation! Coach Penny has been added to the 2025 Werner Ladder Naismith Men’s College Coach of the Year Watch List presented by AXIA Time—an honor reserved for the best in college basketball coaching. Whether he wins or not, this recognition is a testament of Penny’s hard work and all the good that’s to come for the Tigers.
5. Peabody Memphis to start $18 million renovation in early March
The iconic Peabody Hotel has been open since 1925 and is now gearing up for a round of renovations as part of a larger $130 million 30-year renovation project. The renovations will help keep the Peabody Hotel modern and relevant, ensuring that Memphis can continue bolstering itself as a city worth visiting.
Good News Source: Daily Memphian
That wraps up this week’s edition of The 901’s Good News Round-Up. Stay tuned for more positive stories and exciting developments from around Memphis. Until next time, keep spreading the good vibes!
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