Memphis News Archive
50 Years Later, How Would You Answer This Question?
In 1970, TVA’s Office of Information debuted a quarterly magazine, Tennessee Valley Perspective, for employees and retirees to report and interpret the changing nature of the region.
Q&A With Mark Yates
A few questions and answers with Mark Yates, TVA’s regional vice president for the West Region.
Champions 4 Seniors NAACP Event a Success
When seniors needed help, a partnership between TVA and NAACP Memphis Branch brought the newest addition to Champion's Pharmacy into a Memphis neighborhood.
Life-Changing Comfort
Memphis resident Keisha Robinson found out how TVA’s Home Uplift helps families live comfortably by lowering power bills and improving energy efficiency.
TVA Partnership Awards $64,000 in STEM Grants to Shelby County Schools
TVA, in partnership with Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated, a TVA retiree organization, announced this week the award of $64,000 in grants to Shelby County educators in public schools to develop science, technology, engineering, and math education projects.
Champions 4 Seniors Helps with Pharmacy Needs
TVA collaborated with Champion’s Pharmacy and Herb Store in South Memphis to bring the Champions 4 Seniors project to senior citizens to help with their pharmaceutical needs.
TVA Names Mark Yates as Regional VP for Memphis, West region
Mark Yates of Memphis will be TVA’s regional vice president for the West Region. He brings experience and expertise in business, finance, industrial relations, economic development, government, and community relations.
Coat Drive Helps Memphis Children
TVA and Nation Enrichment Projects hosted a holiday drive-thru coat giveaway, providing 650 new winter coats to elementary-aged children.
Holiday Help for Veterans in Need
Just in time for the holidays, TVA staff delivered essential facility needs, $25 Superlo Grocery food cards, and other supplies to Alpha Omega Veterans Services to support veterans housed at their five facilities in Memphis.
Thanksgiving Care Cards Given to Neighbors in Need
The TVA Memphis and Allen Fossil site teams worked with local community partners to families and community members in need during the holiday season.
Donation and Volunteers Make Holidays Brighter
TVA staff delivered a donation for $10,000 and volunteered at a Memphis Toys for Tots location, supporting local efforts to spread holiday cheer.
Provide Feedback on Next Steps at Allen Fossil Plant Site
TVA invites you to review its pre-recorded virtual public open house on the next steps regarding the safe removal and long-term storage of coal ash from the Allen Fossil Plant.
More Than $40 Million in 2020
Despite challenges from the pandemic, TVA delivered cost savings and community support totaling more than $40 million for the people of Memphis so far this year.
TVA Donation Supports Minority Contractor Training Program
TVA has awarded $871,000 to Tennessee Urban League Affiliates to continue offering the Building Futures Minority Contractor Training program in 2021. The program helps recruit and train interested minority contractors on improving home energy efficiency.
TVA’s Pro Bono Legal Services Help Memphians in Need
TVA recently announced that it has launched its first pro bono program, Generating Justice, to provide free legal assistance in local communities.
STEM Grants for K-12 Tennessee Valley Educators Now Open
STEM Classroom grants are back for the 2020-21 school year. Applications are open now and close October 16.
Retirees Donate to Feed More Memphians
The TVA Retirees Association, Memphis Chapter, made a donation of $10,000 to the Mid-South Food Bank. This donation builds off the $100,000 contribution TVA made last fall to create six Healthy School Pantries in local schools.
TVA Statement on the RFP Process
TVA respects and supports MLGW’s decision to pursue an RFP as it looks to its long-term energy supplier. We are excited about the opportunity to put the facts on the table and prove that our partnership with MLGW is the best option.
Welch in Memphis Business Journal's 40 under 40
TVA is pleased to announce the selection of Community Relations Program Manager, Latrivia Welch, into the Memphis Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 class of 2020!
Partners in Sustainability
Sustainability remains a key area of focus at TVA. Read the new Sustainability Report for a progress report on the partnerships that build a stronger, more sustainable future.