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Memphis News Archive
Memphis Mom Enjoys “Warm Blanket” of Home Uplift
“It feels like a warm blanket has been laid over my home.... It’s a peace of mind that people come together and give, and you can’t put a price tag on it.” — Erica Warren, Home Uplift participant
TVA Afternoon of Service Helps Uplift Memphis Communities
Nearly 70 TVA employees from the Memphis area recently rolled up their sleeves for an “Afternoon of Service” in Memphis. Spread across the Bluff City, the group gathered at several locations with one objective in mind – uplifting people and neighborhoods.
TVA Partners with the Mid-South Food Bank to Create School Pantries
Six Shelby County schools and more than 250 families will benefit from a new partnership with TVA that creates Healthy School Pantries in local schools.
TVA Delivers Strong Financial Results, Strengthens Partnerships in FY 2019
“Building the sustainable, flexible system that will make this region competitive for generations takes the commitment of our workforce, and I appreciate that they've delivered that.” —TVA President & CEO Jeff Lyash
TVA Presents EIS To Memphis Community & Encourages Feedback
TVA leadership held a public information meeting at Mitchell Community Center in Southeast Memphis to speak with local residents about their hopes and concerns surrounding the Allen Fossil Plant.
Country Fair Connects Rosemark to TVA Through the Three Es
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, Tennessee Valley Authority participated in the Country Fair held in the heart of the Rosemark Historic District in North Shelby County.
TVA Welcomes Valero and MLGW to Allen Gas Plant in Memphis
“We took a pretty thorough tour of TVA’s plant, and it’s very impressive.... Our partnership with TVA is long-standing, and we value the relationship. TVA does a lot for us, and we appreciate it.” — MLGW Systems Operations Manager Reggie Bowlin
Employees Put the ‘IT’ in CommunITy Service
“We wanted to show gratitude to the first responders who protect the people of the Valley.” — Sabrina Trimmier, TVA
Fall Home Energy Workshops Help More Memphians Save Money
I learned so much! The workshop was wonderful. I didn’t know that some devices and appliances left plugged in – like cell phone chargers – still use electricity, even if you’re not there.” — Memphis homeowner Kathy Scales
Give us Your Feedback on Plans for Coal Ash at Former Allen Fossil Plant
TVA is moving forward with plans to remove coal ash stored at the former Allen Fossil Plant and to demolish the plant structures. We invite the public to comment on a draft Environmental Impact Statement which will look at the environmental effects of various options.
TVA and Memphis Urban League Help to Build Futures of Minority Contractors
"This program represents an increase of opportunities to create economic pathways for families. Individual business owners will also get the business enhancements and skillsets they need...." — Eugenia Gray, Memphis Urban League
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City’s First Golf Classic: A Hole-in-One for Memphis Youth
"To have companies like TVA to come onboard, to support the efforts of the Memphis Office of Youth Services, it really speaks volumes,” — Memphis Office of Youth Services Director Ike Griffith
TVA Donates Backpacks, School Supplies to Local Students
“What started off as a reading tour last year has spawned into other partnership opportunities, which shows that TVA has a sense of duty toward students’ success and the community.” — Illeanette Rosado-Wilson, Shelby County Schools
Watch Now: – How TVA is Protecting Memphis Drinking Water
As a member of the Memphis community, TVA is taking action to ensure its operating and legacy facilities help protect the city’s prized drinking water quality.
TVA Talks Economic Development with Memphis City Council
“TVA is the only public power utility that carries a congressional mandate to advance economic development in the areas it serves.” —John Bradley, TVA
T.O. Fuller State Park Campers Explore STEM Careers at TVA’s Allen Gas Plant
“The tour was really good, and the plant was a good place for us to learn how the utility industry works. I think it will help us find careers and explore what we can do in life.” — 18-year-old participant Michael Foster
Residents Lower Their Utility Bills Despite Summer Heat
“The workshop was wonderful! I learned so much. I didn’t know that some devices and appliances left plugged in – like cell phone chargers – still use electricity, even if you’re not there.” —Kathy Scales, workshop attendee
TVA Sponsors Memphis Public Libraries’ Summer Reading Program
“Along with our sponsor, the Tennessee Valley Authority, Explore Memphis is dedicated to providing enriching opportunities to enhance the educational experiences of our children of the Mid-South.” – Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland
TVA Celebrates Memphis’ Bicentennial with Memorable Memphis in May Events
“Each day was a great experience and a wonderful example of collaboration and unification. The volunteers and their commitment to sharing TVA’s value to Memphis were stellar.” — Mark Creech, TVA
Stay Cool, Keep More Cash
The heat is on in Memphis, but you don’t have to break a sweat! Stay cool and keep more cash with TVA’s money saving tips.
