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Feature Story (Habitat for Humanity) High GroundHealthy Communities

Habitat for Humanity helps seniors stay safe at home

Jim ColemanWednesday, February 10, 2021
Feature Story MATA set to reopen downtown trolley line High GroundTransportation

A new plan is forming for parking problems in Downtown Memphis, Medical District

Jim ColemanThursday, November 26, 2020
Feature Story Dr. Mary Manspeaker (right) is a veterinarian with the Human Society of Memphis and Shelby County. The Humane Society is currently running a pilot program to provide reduced-cost veterinarian care for low-income Memphians. (Submitted) High GroundHealthy Communities

Memphis Humane Society offering discount vet care for low-income, unemployed pet owners

Jim ColemanThursday, November 5, 2020
Feature Story Dalisia “Dee” Brye closed on her new home in Whitehaven in June with the help of United Housing's HUD-certified housing counselors. Brye sought home ownership after realizing that mortgage payments would be less than rental payments. (Submitted) High GroundHealthy Communities

Agencies in Memphis encourage homeownership as alternative to high rents

Ashlei WilliamsThursday, October 15, 2020
High GroundHealthy Communities

Six bands will take the stage for suicide prevention this Saturday, October 10

Cole BradleyWednesday, October 7, 2020
Feature Story South Memphis house boat High GroundCommunity Development

Memphis' eviction crisis isn't new. Podcast discusses how we got here and what we can do.

Cole BradleyFriday, September 4, 2020
Feature Story Alandria Ivory, a campaign worker for Memphis for All, takes a break during an early voting event at Glenview Community Center. (Andrea Morales) High GroundCommunity Development

Food giveaway and voter registration drive coming to North Memphis August 28

Cole BradleyWednesday, August 26, 2020
Feature Story Soulsville in pictures 2 High GroundSustainability

Mass evictions are coming. This South Memphis nonprofit is part of the solution.

Baris GursakalThursday, July 16, 2020
Feature Story MPD High Ground

The whole world is talking about police reform. Black Lives Matter has solutions.

Cole BradleyMonday, June 22, 2020
Feature Story A Craftsman Bungalow-style home with ornate spiral pillars in Vollintine-Evergreen. VECA is seeking a landmarks designation for the V&E area to preserve its historic aesthetic. (Cole Bradley) High GroundCommunity Development

Vollintine-Evergreen seeks landmark designation to preserve its unique history and aesthetic

Ashley DavisFriday, June 19, 2020
Feature Story Memphis Inner-City Rugby alumni coaches and staff distributed food, basic supplies, and rugby equipment at Believe Memphis in the Klondike neighborhood. They also passed out over 650 supply bags to other North Memphis residents. (Submitted) High GroundHealthy Communities

With the season cancelled, Memphis Inner City Rugby serves off the field

Ashley DavisMonday, June 8, 2020
Feature Story Rufus Sykes cracks a smile as he holds the door open for a customer at the South Memphis Grocery on West Mallory Avenue. Sykes co-owns the corner store with other family members. (Malik Martin) High GroundEntrepreneurship

Corner Stores: A South Memphis love story

Ivy K. ArnoldWednesday, June 3, 2020
Feature Story A sign on the door of Miss Girlee’s Soul Food Restaurant in North Memphis announces its closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Ashley Davis) High GroundHealthy Communities

In food deserts, COVID-related restaurant closures are especially devastating.

Ashley DavisThursday, March 26, 2020
Feature Story Neighbors and friends reflect on the life of longtime Vollintine-Evergreen resident and V&E Greenline leader, Jan Kirby. At the March 7 Arbor Day Celebration, those gathered installed a plaque and planted a tree in Kirby's honor. (Ashley Davis) High GroundArts and Culture

V&E Greenline's first Arbor Day celebration planted trees and memories

Ashley DavisWednesday, March 11, 2020
Feature Story podcast High GroundCommunity Development

Podcast: A Promise and hopes in northern Uptown

Monday, March 2, 2020
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