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Development News "This property holds great historical, cultural, and archeological significance, as well as long-term forest research plots, and exceptional hardwood forestland," says State Forester Heather Slayton. Sustainability

Conservation efforts at Tennessee's newest state forest to help protect Memphis drinking water

High Ground TeamTuesday, December 31, 2024
Development News Founded in 1998, the Memphis-based Security Tapestry is a Managed Security Services Provider that offers cybersecurity services to businesses. Eonomic Development

How this Memphis cybersecurity firm found new business partnerships in Nigeria

High Ground TeamTuesday, December 31, 2024
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UofM researchers win grant to bring more ESL teachers to MSCS schools

High Ground TeamTuesday, December 24, 2024
Development News “It was truly inspiring to see so many Memphians lend their talents and time over a weekend to help solve pressing civic challenges," says Jessica Lotz, Executive Director at Innovate Memphis. Technology and Innovation

Hackers show how technology and innovation can solve civic challenges in Memphis

High Ground TeamWednesday, November 27, 2024
Development News File photo: Ziggy Mack / High Ground News Kids and Education

Latest federal accountability reports show improvements at these MSCS schools

High Ground TeamWednesday, November 27, 2024
Development News "Tennessee continues to be a place where we can grow our economy and protect our natural resources at the same time," says Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers. Sustainability

UM research center wins prestigious award for 5-year study of Memphis aquifer

High Ground TeamWednesday, November 27, 2024
Development News “By the end of the program, we aim to develop actionable solutions for utilizing county-owned land to ensure equitable access to affordable housing," says Rasheedah Jones, a leader with NAREB and the Black Coalition of Housing. Community Development

Shelby County selected for inaugural cohort of nationwide program to address housing shortages

High Ground TeamFriday, September 27, 2024
Development News “Quality, vibrant neighborhood parks make a city where people want to live, work, raise families, and call home," says Nick Walker, Memphis Parks Director. Community Development

Memphis Parks wins $3M grant to make improvements to this North Memphis park

High Ground TeamFriday, September 27, 2024
Development News “The funding Ducks Unlimited receives from the Conservation Through Art program benefits wetlands conservation efforts in our own backyard," says Adam Putnam, CEO of Ducks Unlimited. Arts and Culture

Biennial event returns this November with opportunity to support local arts and conservation efforts

High Ground TeamFriday, August 30, 2024
Development News A ribbon-cutting for Memphis' latest Storybook Trail is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Memphis Botanic Garden. Kids and Education

Ribbon-cutting planned for new Storybook Trail at Memphis Botanic Garden

High Ground TeamFriday, August 30, 2024
Development News “Memphis is not just a music city, it’s a generous city, full of great organizations and businesses who not only bring their unique offerings to the area, but also give back to their communities,” says Pat Mitchell Worley, CEO, Soulsville Foundation. Arts and Culture

Unique partnership brings together two Memphis businesses in support of Stax Music Academy

High Ground TeamFriday, August 30, 2024
Development News Stax Music Academy is expanding its workforce development program. Kids and Education

Stax Music Academy offers new-look workforce development program for careers in music, entertainment

High Ground TeamFriday, August 16, 2024
Development News Dwayne Chaffen and Rick Askew co-founded Grindhouse Coffee in 2019. Community Development

How U of M student-athletes are getting a jolt of support from this Memphis coffee roaster

High Ground TeamMonday, July 29, 2024
Development News "This is my heart right here, Orange Mound, Tennessee. There will never be a place like Orange Mound,” reads a quote from Larry Finch, which will run alongside the sculpture. “Everything in this city starts and ends in Orange Mound." Community Development

Sculpture honoring Orange Mound community selected for library and genealogy center

High Ground TeamFriday, July 26, 2024
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