Whitehaven leaders discuss history, look to future
“As a young girl coming to Whitehaven, it was just a big deal,” said Whitehaven resident Pearl Walker, who was photographed at David Carnes Park. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
Whitehaven is much more than Graceland, FedEx and the airport, with its rich history, independently owned businesses and a deep sense of pride – or “neighborhoodism” as one leader calls it.
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Whitehaven GWERC Greater Whitehaven Economic Redevelopment Corp. Patrice Robinson Pearl Walker Michael O. Harris I Love Whitehaven Neighborhood and Business Association Southbrook Town Center Southland Mall David Carnes Park Bishop Byrne High SchoolJulia Baker
A lifelong Memphian, Julia Baker graduated from the University of Memphis in 2021. Other publications and organizations she has written for include Chalkbeat, Memphis Flyer, Memphis Parent magazine and Memphis magazine.
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