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Walkability Video featuring MMDC's Streets and Public Spaces Program Coordinator, Kirkwood Vangeli

From well maintained sidewalks to bike lanes, your Medical District has what you need to easily walk or roll where you need to go! Learn more about the District’s walkability initiatives from MMDC’s very own Streets and Public Spaces Program Coordinator, Kirkwood Vangeli.

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Memphis Flyer Cover Story: "Edge Energy"

The energy in the Edge District is undeniable! But don't just take it from us, check out the The Memphis Flyer's latest cover story to learn more about the unique mix of new and old businesses, institutions, and leaders that are committed to collaboratively honoring the past while shaping the future of the District, together.

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Walking in Memphis: Campus Police Promote Pedestrian Safety

Called Crosswalk Zebras Memphis, the campaign deploys citizens dressed in zebra suits to busy streets to draw attention to pedestrians crossing the streets.

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Public Space Proposal Fund: Sidewalk Edition

This program provides grants up to $5K to residents, business owners, neighborhood associations, and community organizations to make the District a safer and more accessible place.

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MATA to continue $1.25 ride share service

The original service zone of Downtown and New Chicago was expanded to include Presidents Island and areas of South Memphis.

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Medical District Collaborative adds color to the neighborhood

Through the project, the Memphis Medical District Collaborative is on a mission to “add some vibrancy” to the area.

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Groove On-Demand Downtown ride share service gains popularity

Groove On-Demand was launched in 2021 with the goal of providing affordable transportation to key Downtown corridors. But the service has seen its popularity spike this year as gas prices in the Mid-South hit record highs.

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MATA says Memphians can now use their Uber-like ride service 7 days a week
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Groove On-demand rideshare service launching in Downtown Memphis

Memphis Area Transit Authority, the Downtown Memphis Commission and the Memphis Medical District Collaborative will launch Groove On-Demond on Feb. 10.

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