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In today’s issue:
Millington’s new aviation school
Art installations across town
Professional tennis is back!
… pop dog buns?
Let's get you caught up.
Development
✈️ Clear for Takeoff: New Aviation School Coming to Millington
Millington's long aviation history is about to gain an exciting new chapter.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Memphis is building a brand-new, state-of-the-art aviation technology school right beside the Millington-Memphis airport.
This isn't just a minor project - we are talking about a $30+ million investment into a 60,000+ square foot building, dedicated to training the next generation of aircraft mechanics and aviation pros.
The city has long been home to Naval Support Activity Mid-South and already has significant aerospace infrastructure.
If successful, the school could become another piece of Millington's long-term economic development strategy while giving students across the region another pathway into an industry that's expected to remain strong for decades.
Arts
🎨 Art Installations Across Memphis
Looking for something different to do this week? Memphis' arts scene is buzzing with several new exhibitions, each offering a completely different experience.
Incognito Art Auction
The Incognito Art Auction returns with over 100 original, unsigned works by Mid-South artists. Explore a one-of-a-kind collection where mystery meets creativity; the artist behind each piece remains a secret until after the auction closes! Learn more
Summer Vibes
St. George’s Art Gallery presents an exhibit by the Bartlett Art Association, a new exhibit featuring work by local artists. Admission free, artworks individually priced for sale. A portion of the proceeds from sales in The Gallery ****supports the work of Carpenter Art Garden, which brings the arts to the underserved Binghampton community. Learn more
Café Society: Art & Sociability
What happens when coffee, conversation, and creativity come together? "Café Society: Art and Sociability in Paris, 1855–1914" is an exhibit examines the development of the French café, a crucial and accessible site for artistic discussion, and, ultimately, how cafés became the subject of works of art themselves. Learn more
Debbie Likely Pacheco
Memphis artist Debbie Likely Pacheco is featured in a new exhibition at Dixon Gallery & Gardens, showcasing her distinctive “layered” approach. Learn more
Events
🎾 Professional Women's Tennis Returns to Memphis
Hold onto your visors, because professional women's tennis is making a triumphant return to the Bluff City!
For the first time since 2013, the global World Tennis Association (WTA) Tour is making a multi-year commitment to our town with the brand-new Memphis Classic.
From July 25th through August 2nd, the Leftwich Tennis Center on Southern Avenue will transform into a world-class tennis oasis, bringing fans so close to the action you'll practically feel the sweat.
Plus, the player lineup is an absolute smash hit. US Open Champion Sloane Stephens will compete, joining heavy-hitting rising stars like Alycia Parks and Dayana Yastremska.
The whole week kicks off on Saturday, July 25th, with a festive, high-energy "Nothing Major" exhibition match featuring tennis legends like John Isner.
Single-session and weeklong packages are on sale now, so grab yours here before they're served away!
Daily Picks
🗞️ Other News Around the 901
🌴 Frontier adds nonstop flights from Memphis to Orlando. Great news for families planning Disney trips, or anyone wanting some Florida sunshine. With Spirit gone from Memphis (RIP), Frontier's new nonstop service fills an important gap. Now if someone could get that non-stop Vegas flight back...
👮 Millington Police Chief announces his Retirement. After years of serving the community, Millington's police chief is stepping down. City leaders will now begin the search for the department's next chief as the transition gets underway.
🏀 Grizzlies sign Quentin Post. Memphis continues adding size and depth by signing Quentin Post to a three-year offer sheet. The seven-footer played for the Golden State Warriors last year and was drafted 52nd in 2024.
🎤 GloRilla says the new album is almost here. The Memphis superstar told fans she's officially "at the finish line" with her next project. While there's still no release date, it sounds like new music won't be far behind.
🌭 Pringles “Pop Dog” Buns are here. Yes, really. Today is national Hot Dog Day, and Pringles is releasing hot dog bun–shaped chips. America remains undefeated when it comes to creating snacks nobody asked for.
🏋️ HYROX training comes to Collierville. A new HYROX-affiliated training center, Bluff City Performance, opened in Collierville, bringing one of the world's fastest-growing fitness competitions to the Mid-South. Curious? Your first class is free.
Adoptable Pet of The Week
🐶 Meet Wallace: this week's adoptable pup!
At 5 years old and 68 pounds, Wallace is the perfect combination of brains, affection, and pure goofball energy. He believes personal space is overrated. If you're looking for a dog who will keep you laughing and make sure you never feel lonely, Wallace is your guy.
You can adopt Wallace at the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County
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