News Releases
News Releases for: 2021
MLGW Crews Continue to Work Following Ice Storm
February 11, 2021
(February 11, 2021, 5:30 p.m.) – Just under 5,000 Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers in Memphis and Shelby County remain without power following an overnight ice storm. Over 300 separate outages must be worked to restore power. Ninety-five percent restoration is expected by midnight on Fr
MLGW Crews are Restoring Power Following Ice Storm
February 11, 2021
95% restoration is expected by midnight Friday
(February 11, 2021, 1:30 p.m.)
Over 10,000 Memphis Light, Gas and Water customers in Memphis and Shelby County were impacted by outages as a result of an overnight ice storm. There are currently just over 5,500 customers without power. Ninety-fiv
Notice of the MLGW Board of Commissioners Meeting
February 10, 2021
Notice of the MLGW Board of Commissioners
Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.
Due to the declarations of a State of Emergency by the President of the United States, the Governor of Tennessee and the Mayor of Memphis relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MLGW Board of Commissioner
Polar Vortex to Bring Freezing Temps to Mid-South
February 9, 2021
MLGW offers customers energy savings and safety tips online
MLGW wants customers to be aware of freezing temperatures heading to the Mid-South with the incoming polar vortex. Customers should take precautions to avoid burst pipes and follow safety guidelines for space heaters and portable genera
MLGW offers easier way to gift a utility bill payment
February 8, 2021
MLGW is launching a new online payment option today for the Gift of Comfort program that will make it easier to help those in need with their utility bills.
The program provides a way for individuals to make a payment towards a customer's utility bill as a gift. Gifts can go to someone
Memphis Light, Gas and Water is seeking qualified general and home improvement contractors to participate in a MLGW home and weatherization program. The program will provide weatherization and energy efficiency repairs to residents.
All interested contractors are required to attend a mandatory w
President and CEO to deliver the State of MLGW Address
February 3, 2021
MLGW President and CEO J.T. Young will deliver the State of Memphis Light, Gas and Water Address during the Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. during a livestream on mlgw.com.
There will not be a physical meeting.
During the presentation, President Youn
February 3 MLGW Board of Commissioners Meeting Exclusively Online
January 29, 2021
Memphis Light, Gas and Water will stream its Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. on mlgw.com. There will not be a physical meeting.
Customers who plan to submit questions can send them by email prior to the meeting. The email should include: The customer&rs
oin us for MLGW Power Pivot’s next small business webinar today, at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 27 on MLGW’s Facebook page.
Hear from special guests Cheryl Pesce and Cynthia Daniels who will give advice to would-be entrepreneurs on starting a business in a pandemic.
Pesce owns a
Learn how to start a business in a pandemic
January 25, 2021
Join us for our next Power Pivot small business webinar at 4 p.m Wednesday, Jan. 27 on MLGW’s Facebook page. Hear from entrepreneurs Cheryl Pesce and Cynthia Daniels who will talk about starting a business in a pandemic and the unique challenges women face when starting a business.
Pesce o
MLGW scheduled maintenance
January 21, 2021
Parts of Court Avenue to be closed to traffic
Memphis Light, Gas and Water crews will perform routine maintenance on Court Avenue beginning Friday, January 22. The maintenance will take approximately one week.
Court Ave. between N. Danny Thomas Boulevard and N. Fourth Avenue will be closed to
January 20 MLGW Board of Commissioners Meeting Exclusively Online
January 14, 2021
Memphis Light, Gas and Water will stream its Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. on mlgw.com. There will not be a physical meeting.
Customers who plan to submit questions can send them by email prior to the meeting. The email should include: The customer&rs
MLGW Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 14, 2021
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division offices will be closed Monday, January 18, 2021 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business operations will resume Tuesday, January 19, 2021.
MLGW is the largest three-service public power utility in the nation, serving more than 429,000 cus
Public Notice: MLGW Board of Commissioners January 20
January 12, 2021
NOTICE
of the MLGW Board of Commissioners
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.
Agenda
Due to the declarations of a State of Emergency by the President of the United States, the Governor of Tennessee and the Mayor of Memphis relating to the COVID-19 pandemi
MLGW Hosting EnergySmart Workshop and Free Energy Kits to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 11, 2021
In honor of MLK Days of Service 2021, Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division employees will offer a free EnergySmart Workshop on Thursday, January 14, 2021, 10-11 a.m. This free workshop is available to all customers and will provide energy efficiency tips. The meeting can be joined using the follow
Applications Available for Share the Pennies Home Weatherization Program on Jan. 25
January 11, 2021
Homeowners with limited incomes who need weatherization and energy-efficiency repairs such as attic insulation, window replacement and air sealing are encouraged to apply for the MLGW Share the Pennies Home Weatherization Program.
Applications will be accepted online at MIFA.org/sharethepennies
MLGW relocating fire hydrant
January 8, 2021
Traffic disruptions expected on Jackson Ave. and Meagher St.
Memphis Light, Gas and Water crews will relocate a fire hydrant on Jackson Ave. and Meagher St. on Wednesday, Jan. 13 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. The relocation will take place in the area of the 2540 - 2600 blocks of Jackson Avenue.
All t
MLGW Board of Commissioners 2021 Schedule
January 6, 2021
Memphis Light, Gas and Water Board of Commissioners 2021 meetings schedule is now avaiable online.
To stream and to view the upcoming schedule please visit, mlgw.com/livestream.
MLGW is the largest three-service public power utility in the nation, serving more than 429,000 custome
January 6 MLGW Board of Commissioners Meeting Exclusively Online
January 4, 2021
Memphis Light, Gas and Water will stream its Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, January 6, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. on mlgw.com. There will not be a physical meeting.
Customers who plan to submit questions can send them by email prior to the meeting. The email should include: The customer&rsq
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