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Feature Story Binghampton Students cross at a crosswalk. Sidewalks and crosswalks are part of the physical infrastructure that can be improved with TIF funding. (Submitted) High GroundCommunity Development

Residents to help allocate $26 million in Binghampton investment

Cole BradleyWednesday, June 20, 2018
Feature Story People from all walks of life mingle beneath the "branches" of Treedom Memphis. High GroundCommunity Development

Treedom transforms vacant lot and grows community in Uptown-Pinch

Cole BradleyThursday, June 7, 2018
Feature Story Dennis Whitehead Darling is the inaugural fellow of the McCleave Project, an initiative of the opera company to bring a focus on diversity and inclusion to the genre. High GroundArts and Culture

Opera Memphis awards first McCleave Fellowship to local director

Andy MeekThursday, June 7, 2018
Feature Story Young men play basketball in Booker T. Washington park. High GroundCommunity Development

Greening Up: Uptown is investing in green spaces and reaping the reward

Cole BradleyThursday, June 7, 2018
Feature Story Homes in the Bearwater development facing 7th Street are rental properties. (Brandon Dahlberg) High GroundCommunity Development

Building something out of nothing: New housing opportunities spring from once-vacant lot in Uptown

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, May 24, 2018
Feature Story Lyndsey Pender displays a peace sign as she rides with others representing South Memphis to Court Square. (Brandon Dahlberg) High GroundHealthy Communities

Explore Bike Share hits the streets and promises equitable and affordable transportation for Memphis

Brandon DahlbergThursday, May 24, 2018
Feature Story A mirrored exterior at the Rendezvous shipping facility in the Pinch District reflect historic buildings. (Ziggy Mack) High GroundArts and Culture

In photos: See Memphis’ past, present, and future in The Pinch

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 23, 2018
Feature Story The Uptown Burger features two beef patties, cheese, onions, peppers, and jalapenos grilled to perfection. (Cole Bradley) High GroundEntrepreneurship

When is home cooking better than home? When it’s Roxie’s.

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 23, 2018
Feature Story Global Cafe Founder Sabine Langer and General Manager Juan Viramontes with local food entrepreneurs from Sudan, Nepal and Syria. Left to right, Ibti, Sabine Langer, Juan Viramontes, Fayha, and Indra. (Yasmine Omari) High GroundDiversity

Global café brings international cuisine & immigrant empowerment to Crosstown Concourse

Aisling MakiThursday, May 17, 2018
Feature Story Teens participate in a team building exercise during a BRIDGES youth training event. High GroundKids and Education

The kids are alright: Meet the Uptown organizations helping its youngest residents thrive

Cole BradleyThursday, May 17, 2018
Feature Story Madison Taper, winner of the girls' ages 8 to 15 division, shows off her new Fluxus skateboard. Fluxus boards are made in Memphis and are designed by local artists. (Shelda Edwards) High GroundKids and Education

Second annual skateboard competition brings fast-paced fun to Uptown

Cole BradleyThursday, May 17, 2018
Feature Story An Uptown resident adds her priorities to a list of possible new developments. (Community Redevelopment Agency) High GroundCommunity Development

Uptown residents set priorities in $95 million TIF expansion

Cole BradleyThursday, May 10, 2018
Feature Story A volunteer at a 2018 planting day for Plant the Parkways. (Submitted) High GroundSustainability

Plant the Parkways initiative beautifies medians and brings together neighbors

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, May 3, 2018
Feature Story Valerie Peavy, owner of the Office @ Uptown, poses for a portrait. Her cafe opened in 2013. (Brandon Dahlberg) High GroundCommunity Development

Welcome to Uptown, the biggest small town in Memphis

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 2, 2018
Feature Story A Viking mascot watches over Hillcrest High School in Whitehaven. (Brandon Dahlberg) High GroundKids and Education

Opinion: Hillcrest High School prepares students for success

Karen GarrettThursday, April 26, 2018
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