This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Fred Jones, the founder of the Southern Heritage Classic football game, was honored with a newly renamed street near the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium.
The city dedicated Fred Jones Way on Monday. This is the first event of a weeklong celebration.
The Southern Heritage Classic highlights the culture and contributions of two historically black universities, Tennessee State and Jackson State.
The game is Saturday, but Tuesday night at 6:30, watch WREG News Channel 3 to see a special preview and behind the scenes look at the fanfare and fame of the game.
