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Mayor Jim Strickland (Houston Cofield)

Mayor Jim Strickland (Houston Cofield)

Memphis' Rep. Akbari on how progressives make change in a red state Read Article

Representative for Memphis’ 91st district, Raumesh Akbari, says that progress and hope lay in common interests, such as criminal justice reform, between those on both sides of the aisle.

Rep. Akbari speaks in front of the state legislature.

Photo: Rep. Akbari speaks in front of the state legislature. Dawn Majors

Tennessee's practice of suspending licenses from those who owe court fees is found unconstitutional Read Article

“We tend to see misdemeanor driving as irresponsible or someone being dishonest and even criminal when honestly, we who are middle-class forget to pay our fines every day and are not faced with the threat of having a suspended license for more than a year."

A new ruling states that Tennessee can no longer revoke driver’s licenses from people who cannot afford court fees.

Photo: A new ruling states that Tennessee can no longer revoke driver’s licenses from people who cannot afford court fees.

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At the PRIZM Ensemble workshop, high school students have opportunities to talk with other students who are also considering music scholarships and how music will factor into their college careers and future professions. (PRIZM Ensemble)

College isn't cheap. January workshop will help teens find music scholarships and nail auditions.

Baris GursakalWednesday, December 4, 2019

This is the second year teaching kindergarten for The Circle participant Candace Hill. Previously, she taught music for the Gestalt Network. (Ashley Davis)

The Circle sees high-performing teachers as industry experts. It's working to keep them in class.

Ashley DavisWednesday, December 4, 2019

Memphis Challenge's Dance-A-Thon competitors got down for a cause. Each collected pledges for donations for each minute spent dancing. (Memphis Challenge)

Memphis Challenge gets down for a cause with first ever dance-a-thon fundraiser

Chris JonesWednesday, December 4, 2019

GoDaddy's Made in America docu-series premiered in Memphis on November 22. Its first episodes feature Memphis-area entrepreneurs. Stacy Cline stands at the far left. (Cole Bradley, High Ground News)

GoDaddy supports small business in Memphis, premiers docu-series

Cole BradleyWednesday, November 27, 2019

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Podcast: Refugees are good for Memphis but number of new arrivals is shrinking dramatically

Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Roshun Austin (L), president/CEO of The Works, Inc., and South Memphis resident Dolores Bateman are featured in the Memphis-based Divides Cities documentary. The short film was produced by The Guardian and gaps food access in Memphis. (The Guardian)

Video series explores worldwide divides, spotlights Memphis for unequal food access

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Community Court Referees John Cameron mediates cases involving common code violations. Community Courts are hosted in Hickory Hill and other communities, which helps residents avoid going Downtown for Environmental Court. (Lisa Harris)

Neighborhood Justice: How Memphis' Community Courts are reducing barriers to court appearances

A.J Dugger III and Cole BradleyWednesday, November 20, 2019

L to R: Community Correspondents Ian Randolph, Ivy Arnold, and Monique Rials listen attentively to a conversation on journalist ethics lead by trainer, Micaela Watts. (Cat Evans)

Who tells the story? High Ground program trains Memphians to report their neighborhoods' news

Cole BradleyWednesday, November 20, 2019

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Podcast: Lifting up resident voice as Memphis neighborhoods transform

Monday, November 18, 2019

Vendors sell goods at a local farmers market. (High Ground News)

Don't just shop, shop just at Peace and Justice Art Festival this Saturday

A. J. Dugger IIIFriday, November 15, 2019

Paulita Edmondson is a family coordinator supervisor for Agape Child and Family Services. She's embedded in Hickory Hill. (Agape Child and Family Services)

Paulita Edmondson walks alongside Hickory Hill families to keep kids in their homes. Walk with her.

A. J. Dugger IIIThursday, November 14, 2019

L to R: Councilwoman Patrice Robinson, her assistant, LaKevia Perry, and Hickory Hill resident Rorey Lawrence pose for a photo at the community holiday party held at the Hickory Hill Community Center on November 7. (A.J.Dugger III)

City Councilwoman hosted holiday party for Hickory Hill

A. J. Dugger IIITuesday, November 12, 2019

Members of STAARS pose for a group picture. Founder Barbara Davis stands at the forward center. (STAARS)

STAARS focuses the fight against breast cancer on African Americans

A. J. Dugger IIIThursday, November 7, 2019

Current and prospective minority entrepreneurs, small-business owners and others gathered for an Epicenter Think Tank event for innovative thinking . (Epicenter)

Epicenter, Power Center CDC partner for entrepreneurs in Hickory Hill

A. J. Dugger IIIThursday, November 7, 2019

Ridgeway Cougars helmets rest in the grass during practice. (Malik Martin)

In Photos: Practice makes perfect

A.J Dugger III and Malik MartinWednesday, November 6, 2019

Moziah Bridges launched his business, Mo's Bows, at the age of nine. He's now 17 with a booming business, international attention and a first book. His next step? High school graduation in 2020. (Mo's Bows)

Moziah Bridges talks bow ties, books and plans post-high school

Ashley DavisTuesday, November 5, 2019

The 2019 State of Memphis Housing Summit was held at the Memphis Botanic Gardens on October 29. It was attended by roughly 200 government officials, community leaders, business leaders and nonprofit representatives. (Cole Bradley)

2019 State of Memphis Housing Summit stated the facts, offered solutions

Cole BradleyTuesday, October 29, 2019

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The History of Hickory Hill, Part I: Big Booms

Cole BradleyFriday, October 25, 2019

Musical artist J Buck performed on the Bring Your Soul stage at the 5th annual SoulsvilleUSA Festival. (Kim and Jim Coleman)

Fifth annual Soulsville USA Festival celebrated history and legends of iconic neighborhood

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, October 24, 2019

A Wheel of Fortune-style presentation revealed The Collective's new name, The Collective Blueprint, at their unveiling event on October 16. (Brandi Hunter)

The Collective rebrands with new name, expanded vision

Brandi HunterWednesday, October 23, 2019

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