Good morning, Memphis! ☀️
July is National Ice Cream Month.
Coincidentally, it's also Memphis' annual "walk to your car as fast as humanly possible" month.
So whether you're cooling off with a cone, blasting the A/C before you even buckle up, or wondering if your steering wheel has reached the temperature of the sun, we've got a few things to help you start the week.
Here’s your Monday morning Scoop
Community
🎨 Memphis' New Art Museum Will Be Free Forever for Every Shelby County Resident
Memphis Art Museum renderings
One of the most anticipated cultural projects in the city just made an announcement that's turning heads. Memphis' new art museum plans to offer free admission, forever, to all Shelby County residents.
The museum is being designed as a major cultural destination unlike anything else in the region.
Leaders say free admission removes barriers and helps make art accessible to everyone.
National publications are already calling the project one of the country's most exciting upcoming museums.
The museum is scheduled to open on December 6, 2026.
Sports
⚾ Three Mid-South High School Stars Hear Their Names Called in the MLB Draft
Credit 680AM Sports Radio/Audacy
Three local baseball standouts are officially one step closer to the big leagues after being selected during the opening day of the MLB Draft.
Cole Prosek (Magnolia Heights/Senatobia) was selected 41st overall by the Chicago White Sox, making him the area's highest draft pick after earning Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year honors.
Will Brick (Christian Brothers) was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays. The standout catcher is still committed to Mississippi State, but Toronto is expected to make a strong push to sign him.
Collin Bland (Houston High School) was selected by the Tampa Bay Rays, giving Houston High its second straight year with a player drafted into Major League Baseball.
Congratulations to all three local stars.
Development
🛒 Could a Grocery Store Be Coming Near St. Jude?
via Community Redevelopment Agency
One of the biggest needs in Downtown Memphis may finally be getting attention. Leaders are discussing plans that could bring a much-needed grocery store to the area surrounding St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The proposal is part of broader redevelopment efforts happening around the growing medical district.
A grocery option has long been one of the most requested amenities from employees, patients, and nearby residents.
The project is still in the planning stages, but it would significantly improve access to a grocery store in the area.
Learn more on the Community Redevelopment Agency website.
Daily Picks
🗞️ Other News Around the 901
🛍️ Vintage overload: Memphis will host both the Memphis Vintage Market and Totally Rad Vintage Fest this upcoming weekend, giving shoppers two huge opportunities to score retro clothing, collectibles, antiques, and one-of-a-kind finds.
💦 Save the date: Cooper-Young's annual Summer Splashdown returns July 25 with water slides, splash zones, and neighborhood fun.
👩🎨 Girls Night Market: Grind City Brewing hosts its first For The Girls Night Market on July 17, featuring all female vendors selling vintage clothing, art, jewelry, and more. Check it out here.
🌳 New at Tom Lee: The Flyway at Tom Lee Park is officially complete, adding another scenic connection through Memphis' riverfront.
🍺 Zoo Brew returns: Tickets are now on sale for Zoo Brew on August 14, one of Memphis' biggest annual craft beer events.
⚾ Joey Chestnut is coming to AutoZone Park: The Redbirds have home games (with promotions!!) every night this weekend, highlighted by legendary eater Joey Chestnut making an appearance Saturday to eat against a fan. Get your tickets.
🏀 NBA Summer League recap. The Grizzlies picked up another Summer League win over Chicago Friday night, and will face the Dallas Mavericks tonight at 6pm on ESPN.
⛳ Get to know the Memphis Women’s Golf Coaches. Inside Memphis Athletics released two new podcast episodes chatting with Tigers women's golf head coach Jennifer Jordan and assistant coach Emily Wilson. You can listen to them both here.
🍦 Happy National Ice Cream Month! Sugar Ghost is celebrating all month long with limited time flavor drops. Every Monday, they will release two brand new flavors. This week: Chunky Fluffernutter Supreme & Hurricane Sorbet.
🌳 Overton Park Conservancy has launched a community survey as part of the park's 125th anniversary celebration, and they want your input. Take the survey to help shape the next 125 years of Overton Park.
🍗 Who has the best chicken tenders in Memphis? The Commercial Appeal's Best Chicken Tenders in Memphis bracket is down to TWO restaurants. Final Round voting is open now, so help send your favorite spot to the championship. Vote now!
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