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Feature Story Justin Martin, 12, works on coding a video game at the TigerCrew program, hosted by nonprofit CodeCrew. (Brandon Dahlberg) High GroundTechnology and Innovation

Lacking tech curriculum in schools, Memphis groups step up to prepare students

Kim and Jim ColemanWednesday, February 7, 2018
Feature Story Dr. Charles Champion in his pharmacy office. (Rachel Warren) High GroundHealthy Communities

A champion for health in Whitehaven advocates herbal remedies at his family-run shop

Rachel WarrenWednesday, February 7, 2018
Feature Story Linda Williams, president and CEO of RISE Memphis, stands for a portrait at the foundation’s office. High GroundHealthy Communities

Driving the Dream address "paternalistic" approach, creates a new system for treating poverty

J. Dylan SandiferWednesday, February 7, 2018
Feature Story Taiya Hill, 17, and Dwayne Maxwell, 16, work on math homework at Whitehaven High School. High GroundKids and Education

Student to teacher ratio improves 75 percent with addition of in-class mentors at Whitehaven schools

Erica HortonWednesday, January 31, 2018
Feature Story Hazel Moore is known as the Mayor of Whitehaven. High GroundCommunity Development

Video: Meet the unofficial mayor of Whitehaven

Lauren Squires-ReadyWednesday, January 31, 2018
Feature Story Graves Elementary School in South Memphis has been boarded up since its closure in 2014. It's one of 10 vacant school buildings in the city. (Laura Faith Kebede) High GroundHealthy Communities

A Memphis woman’s tragic death prompts reflection: Could vacant schools help fight homelessness?

Laura Faith Kebede, Chalkbeat TennesseeWednesday, January 24, 2018
Feature Story An empty pedestal the morning of December 21. (Dylan Sandifer) High GroundDiversity

Cranes at twilight remove Confederate monuments from Memphis parks

J. Dylan SandiferFriday, December 22, 2017
Feature Story Kids start lining up at the home of Deidra Tuggle, the Candy Lady of Orange Mound. High GroundCommunity Development

On The Ground Live in Orange Mound

Madeline FaberWednesday, December 6, 2017
Feature Story Dr. Stacy Spencer, senior pastor at New Direction Christian Church, is one of the founders of MICAH. High GroundCommunity Development

Memphis faith leaders unite to address poverty, education and criminal justice

Aisling MakiWednesday, December 6, 2017
Feature Story Tiana Pyles became the new executive director of the Orange Mound Development Corporation in July and has goals to increase awareness about Orange Mound through two large scale festivals within the next two years. High GroundCommunity Development

Community developers show that Orange Mound is worth investment

Erica HortonThursday, November 30, 2017
Feature Story Jimmy Garner raises his hand during the Sunday service at Beulah Baptist. (Andrea Morales) High GroundCommunity Development

Keeping the faith: Beulah Baptist Church has served Orange Mound since 1904

Andrea MoralesThursday, November 30, 2017
Feature Story A view of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church on Carnes Avenue and Boston Street. (Andrea Morales) High GroundCommunity Development

Keeping the faith: A tour in photos of Orange Mound's century-old churches

Andrea MoralesThursday, November 30, 2017
Feature Story The exterior of the Brooks Museum, at 1934 Poplar Avenue in Overton Park. (Kevin Barre) High GroundArts and Culture

Brooks Museum's $110M move Downtown could be completed by 2022

Mark JordanWednesday, November 1, 2017
Feature Story Students at Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie play with their school mascot Jiggy. (Andrea Morales) High GroundKids and Education

Klondike Smokey City improves education outcomes with wrap-around neighborhood support

Aisling MakiWednesday, November 1, 2017
Feature Story Students at Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School, located Downtown. (Rachel Warren) High GroundKids and Education

Getting connected: Grizz Prep blends education with in-school mentorship

Rachel WarrenWednesday, October 25, 2017
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