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Feature Story Anthony Braxton waits for his meal at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Memphis Ozanam Food Mission. (Ziggy Mack) High GroundCommunity Development

Called to Serve: Ozanam Center steps up for Memphians in need

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, June 6, 2019
Feature Story Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris (L) presents the Senior Prom's 2019 Prom Queen Everlena Yarborough. Prom King Clarence Christian watches with pride. (Baris Gursakal) High GroundArts and Culture

Magical night for senior citizens at Shelby County's first senior prom

Baris GursakalThursday, June 6, 2019
Feature Story podcast High GroundCommunity Development

On the Ground Podcast: Spotlight on Madison Heights

Monday, June 3, 2019
Feature Story podcast High GroundTransportation

Podcast: MyCityRides talks scooters, transportation justice and $2 tanks of gas

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 29, 2019
Feature Story Joann Selvidge and her daughter, Frannie, enjoy their designer confections at Philip Ashley Chocolates cafe, located at 1200 Madison Avenue in Madison Heights District. (Ziggy Mack) High GroundEntrepreneurship

Chocolatier Phillip Ashley Rix brings designer delights to Madison Heights

Brandi HunterWednesday, May 29, 2019
Feature Story Tami Montgomery, owner of Dru's Bar, sits at the newly remodeled bar and chats with regulars after completing some chores around the business. The location, 1474 Madison Avenue, has been home to a number of LGBT bars since the 1970s. (Cole Bradley) High GroundArts and Culture

Bar Fight: The Rise and Fall of Memphis' Gay Bars

Cole BradleyThursday, May 23, 2019
Feature Story La Michoacana owners Ana and Rafael Gonzales spoke at the Gateways for Growth community meeting held at their restaurant at 4091 Summer Avenue. (Submitted) High GroundDiversity

Memphis immigrants meet for paletas and solutions for a more immigrant-friendly city

Baris GursakalThursday, May 23, 2019
Feature Story Travis Butler, New Ballet Ensemble dance instructor, works with students at LaRose Elementary. Dance classes at LaRose are held either early in the school day or the last period of the day. (Submitted) High GroundEonomic Development

South City area residents benefit from Vision 2020 grantmaking initiative

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, May 23, 2019
Feature Story Slice of Soul’s signature Al B. Green Pizza, with spinach, black olives, green olives, mushroom, onions, roasted red peppers, and green bell peppers. (Submitted) High GroundEntrepreneurship

Slice of Soul Pizza Lounge brings food and entertainment to Madison Heights

Scarlet PonderWednesday, May 22, 2019
Feature Story Utopia Animal Hospital's Dr. Jen Clay (R) and veterinarian technician Jessica Tatum (L) prep a patient for surgery to remove an abdominal tumor. (Cole Bradley) High GroundHealthy Communities

Utopia Animal Hospital takes an enlightened approach to pet care

Kim and Jim ColemanWednesday, May 22, 2019
Feature Story Customer Chimere Miller plays with her son J'iris after enjoying lunch at Riko's Kickin Chicken located at 1329 Madison Avenue in Madison Heights. (Cole Bradley) High GroundCommunity Development

What's in a name? People of Madison Heights talk labels and identity

Cole BradleyThursday, May 16, 2019
Feature Story Anatole Williams (L), executive director of Memphis Adult Teen Challenge, and Michael Skouteris, daily operations manager of BAM Thrift Store, discuss store needs. To the right, regular Patricia Jones says hello to the cashier. (Cole Bradley) High GroundHealthy Communities

A thrift store, a car wash and a mission to fight addiction

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 15, 2019
Feature Story The 2018 Indie Memphis film festival spanned nine venues across the city with accumulated crowds of over 12,000, and revenue for the event has more than doubled in the last five years. (Courtesy Indie Memphis) High GroundEonomic Development

Why this investment firm has a stake in building the culture of Memphis

Kim and Jim ColemanWednesday, May 15, 2019
Feature Story podcast High Ground

On The Ground Podcast: Sheltering Memphis' homeless population

Madeline FaberMonday, May 13, 2019
Feature Story Walter Clark, owner of Outstanding Touch window services, puts the finishing touches on the door of Riko's Kickin Chicken, located at 1329 Madison Avenue. (Cole Bradley) High GroundEntrepreneurship

Riko's Kickin Chicken brings the heat to Madison Heights

Cole BradleyThursday, May 9, 2019
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