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Feature Story The street is filled with rainbows and parade participants at the 2016 Memphis Pride Parade. (photo courtesy of the Museum of Science & History/Pride Archives) High GroundArts and Culture

LGBTQ history exhibition is a first for Memphis museum

A.J. HughesFriday, April 29, 2022
Feature Story Abstract artist James Little is a native Memphian whose work will be featured at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens in spring 2022. (Sophia Little, 2020) High GroundArts and Culture

Artist James Little comes home to Memphis for Dixon exhibition

Chris JonesFriday, April 8, 2022
Feature Story Transit Equity Day events are scheduled for Feb 1-4, 2022 in Memphis. High GroundTransportation

Public invited to Transit Equity Day events, online and in-person Feb 1-4

Sarah RushakoffFriday, January 28, 2022
Feature Story PRIZM Ensemble executive director Gavin Wigginson (submitted) High GroundKids and Education

PRIZM Ensemble’s new leader helps kids explore social issues through music

Chris JonesThursday, November 11, 2021
Feature Story Tennessee Steam Fest was founded in 2017 by the Discovery Center in Murfreesboro. (submitted) High GroundKids and Education

Memphis' first STEAMfest aims to inspire students' educational and professional futures

Sarah RushakoffThursday, October 14, 2021
Feature Story (Lisa Ferdinando, Wikimedia Commons) High GroundHealthy Communities

Need a COVID-19 test? Want to get your vaccine? Where to go in Shelby County.

Jeff Hulett and Sarah RushakoffThursday, September 23, 2021
Feature Story Father-child artist duo Theo James (L) and Nisa Williams (R) stand in front of the mural they created for the Mid-South Coliseum Coalition, Sept. 13, 2021 (Sarah Rushakoff) High GroundCommunity Development

New public art installation adds beauty and history to Mid-South Coliseum revitalization effort

Sarah RushakoffThursday, September 16, 2021
Feature Story On the greensward at Overton Park, members of the Central High School band take a few extra minutes to practice their parts as the rest of the band wraps up practice behind them. May 2021. (Cole Bradley) High GroundHealthy Communities

The parks are packed as Memphians look to work and play safely

Chris Jones & Cole BradleyThursday, May 13, 2021
Feature Story Mahogany Memphis is "upscale Southern with a dash of Creole," according to co-owner Veve Yates. Mahogany Memphis is the fifth local restaurant featured in the "Still Serving" series. (Forever Ready Productions) High GroundEntrepreneurship

Video: Fine dining and bold new ideas with Mahogany Memphis

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 12, 2021
Feature Story The Highland Strip features a bold sign to brand the area. Traffic cones mark recent street improvements. (Ziggy Mack) High GroundArts and Culture

Destination Eats: University District is a smart choice for good food

Cole BradleyWednesday, April 14, 2021
Feature Story Memphis jooker Ryan Haskett dances for onlookers High GroundArts and Culture

In Photos: The Last of Our Neighborhoods Revisited

Cole BradleyFriday, September 4, 2020
Feature Story The Panorama Movement gym in Memphis' Fairgrounds area sits empty but its many of its services have continued online. (Submitted) High GroundHealthy Communities

How three local gyms are helping people stay fit from home

Cameron PollardThursday, April 9, 2020
Feature Story A child proudly displays an award at C & J Trophy and Engraving, located at 3444 Park Avenue in the Orange Mound-University District area. The business has been open since the 1970s. (C & J Trophy and Engraving) High GroundEntrepreneurship

Local, black-owned C & J Trophy and Engraving has served Memphis since the '70s

Cameron PollardWednesday, April 1, 2020
Feature Story dv1 High GroundHealthy Communities

Domestic violence victims may not be 'safer at home.' Two Mid-South nonprofits are here to help.

Brandi HunterWednesday, April 1, 2020
Feature Story The Crews Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Memphis. (High Ground News) High GroundEntrepreneurship

ImagineU accelerates business dreams for undergrads across Memphis-area colleges and universities

Cole BradleyWednesday, March 11, 2020
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