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Feature Story The exterior of Stylist Salon, a locally-owned business in Frayser. High GroundEntrepreneurship

Locally-owned business brings jobs back to Frayser

Michael WaddellWednesday, October 18, 2017
Feature Story Dr. Sarah Petschonek at Volunteer Odyssey's Downtown office (Jeff Hulett) High GroundEntrepreneurship

No more sign-in sheets: Volunteer Odyssey reboots volunteering with tech

Jeff HulettWednesday, October 18, 2017
Feature Story The hops grown at Agricenter International will be tested for their quality. High GroundSustainability

Mid-South farming experiment pursues a truly a local beer

Kim and Jim ColemanWednesday, October 11, 2017
Feature Story Cheerleaders take a moment between the action at the Melrose High School homecoming pep rally. (Andrea Morales) High GroundKids and Education

In photos: Melrose High School homecoming celebrates 79 years of pride

Andrea MoralesWednesday, October 11, 2017
Feature Story Nokomis McElroy stands for a portrait in Orange Mound. (Andrea Morales) High GroundArts and Culture

New Ballet Ensemble & School to open a facility in Melrose High School

Erica HortonWednesday, October 11, 2017
Feature Story Accelerator programs hosted by organizations such as EPICenter Memphis, Memphis Bioworks and Start Co., help entrepreneurs launch businesses and connect them with pathways to capital. To date, EPICenter has raised more than $16 million in capital. High GroundEntrepreneurship

Memphis Money: Investment pipeline for startups has room for improvement

Aisling MakiWednesday, October 11, 2017
Feature Story Owner and chef Octavia Young behind the counter at Midtown Crossing Grill. High GroundEntrepreneurship

Midtown Crossing Grill is a community hub for Crosstown neighbors

Aisling MakiWednesday, October 4, 2017
Feature Story Club patrons dance and vogue as part of a Kiki Ball at Club Memphis. High GroundCommunity Development

Orange Mound club serves the black LGBTQ community

Erica HortonWednesday, October 4, 2017
Feature Story The Captain Harris house, built in 1898, is one of dozens of properties available for short-term rental in Cooper-Young, the city's most commonly listed neighborhood on the site. High GroundEonomic Development

Memphis sees 80% growth in Airbnb visitor stays over past year

Stephanie GonzalezMonday, October 2, 2017
Feature Story Kristin fox-Trautman and Charlena Branch working with food at Kaleidocope Kitchen in Binghampton. High GroundEntrepreneurship

Binghampton Development Corporation provides growth opportunities for food entrepreneurs

Erica HortonWednesday, September 27, 2017
Feature Story Lee Crumb serves up his beef tamales offered in either hot or mild, at Pop's Hot Tamales on Park Avenue. High GroundEntrepreneurship

From sweet to salty, Orange Mound eateries prove experienced hands make the best food

Erica HortonWednesday, September 27, 2017
Feature Story The latest chapter in the effort to tap into the Fairgrounds' potential started in 2015, when the Coliseum Coalition was founded. Its goal was to restore the idle structure to its former glory. High GroundEonomic Development

Underutilized Fairgrounds land is reimagined with City-backed planning

Aisling MakiWednesday, September 27, 2017
Feature Story “Wealth is insurance against life’s emergencies,” says Wendi C. Thomas as she begins the panel discussion with Alex Matlock, Floyd Tyler, Jozelle Booker and Carolyn Hardy. High GroundEonomic Development

Panelists urge minority business owners to stay strong in face of economic disparity

Rebecca Yearout, MLK50Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Feature Story Clockwise from top left: Jocelyn Wurzburg, Modeane Thompson, Jeanne Varnell, Joyce Blackmon. High GroundDiversity

Intersectional women's group reflects on 50 years of activism in Memphis

Cole BradleyMonday, September 25, 2017
Feature Story Deidra Tuggle, the Candy Lady of Orange Mound, and her sister at their grandfather's sundry store. High GroundEntrepreneurship

The Orange Mound Candy Lady fulfills a sweet business tradition

Erica HortonWednesday, September 20, 2017
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