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Development News 100th Learning Garden Hamilton Middle

Musk's nonprofit Big Green builds 100 learning gardens in Memphis schools

Michael WaddellFriday, March 23, 2018
Innovation & Job News Located on the campus of The Healing Center Baptist Church at 3885 Tchulahoma Road, the Wellness & Stress Clinic of Memphis stems from a unique partnership that includes the church and volunteer support from area professionals.

Health & Healing: A church-based clinic brings physical, mental and environmental care

Kim and Jim ColemanWednesday, March 14, 2018
Innovation & Job News Chris Peterson was hired as the farm manager for the Alpha Omega Veteran Services urban farm. Memphis Tilth will partner with AOVS for three years to get the farm up and running and to train veterans on managing the operation.

Former U.S. Army supply depot "reclaimed" as urban farm for veterans

Kim and Jim ColemanWednesday, February 28, 2018
Feature Story Multimedia artist Lawrence Matthews of The Collective talks with Dr. David Acey, professor of African-American rhetoric and creator of Africa in April at Black Resistance Opening Reception hosted by The Brooks programmed by The CLTV. (Ashley Bend)

From Stax Records to social media, two generations of Black arts leaders support the scene

Kirstin CheersWednesday, February 21, 2018
Feature Story Marc Gasol chooses a plant at the Chandler Park rehab. (Rebecca Hutchinson)

Urban forest III: Digging up hidden gems and pocket parks in South Memphis

Cole BradleyWednesday, February 14, 2018
Development News Central Station mixed-use

Attracted to Downtown growth, mixed-use project going up at site of former Blue Monkey

Michael WaddellMonday, February 12, 2018
Development News Steve Lockwood, executive director of the Frayser CDC. (Houston Cofield)

Frayser Community Development Corp. plans headquarters expansion, new home construction

Michael WaddellTuesday, February 6, 2018
Feature Story Hazel Moore is known as the Mayor of Whitehaven.

Video: Meet the unofficial mayor of Whitehaven

Lauren Squires-ReadyWednesday, January 31, 2018
Development News South Main Artspace Lofts

New artist live-work lofts opening in South Main District in March

Michael WaddellMonday, January 29, 2018
Feature Story Graves Elementary School in South Memphis has been boarded up since its closure in 2014. It's one of 10 vacant school buildings in the city. (Laura Faith Kebede)

A Memphis woman’s tragic death prompts reflection: Could vacant schools help fight homelessness?

Laura Faith Kebede, Chalkbeat TennesseeWednesday, January 24, 2018
Development News MLK Day of Service

City fights blight for MLK Day of Service

Michael WaddellWednesday, January 17, 2018
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