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
Julia Baker covers Memphis and Shelby County’s law enforcement agencies and is a member of The Daily Memphian’s public safety reporting team. A lifelong Memphian, Julia 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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