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Feature Story A piece from Joey Miller's "The 5 Fifth" exhibition at Memphis Slim House.

Art galleries in unexpected spaces portray fresh perspectives of Memphis

Lesley YoungWednesday, March 15, 2017
Special Report Soulsville

Mapping the decline and revival of Soulsville USA

Lance WiedowerWednesday, March 8, 2017
Feature Story Kids on the North Memphis Steelers football team practice at the Katie Sexton Community Center.

Youth mentorship smooths childhood challenges in North Memphis

Lance WiedowerWednesday, March 8, 2017
Feature Story Sierra Hughes and Rachel Greer

Seven women in Memphis who are changing their communities for the better

Madeline FaberTuesday, March 7, 2017
Innovation & Job News Dr. Sarah Petschonek (foreground) works with volunteers at a Downtown volunteer pop-up event.

Volunteer Odyssey launches Memphis-wide volunteer management system

J. Dylan SandiferThursday, March 2, 2017
Feature Story Hickman Building

Blighted Downtown tower to be repurposed as mixed use project, corporate HQ

Madeline FaberThursday, March 2, 2017
Feature Story KSC

Grassroots efforts in Klondike Smokey City stem from one woman

Lance WiedowerWednesday, March 1, 2017
Innovation & Job News Christy Valentine (L) and Kimberly Hooper-Taylor write postcards to legislators advocating for arts funding.

The "birthplace of rock and roll" braces for federal cuts to arts funding

J. Dylan SandiferWednesday, February 22, 2017
Feature Story Porter Leath Childrens’ Home on Manassas Street is the oldest structure in Klondike/Smokey City. It was an orphanage until 1969 when it became a multi-service agency to serve more children in need.

Prosperity and decline shape Klondike Smokey City's history

Lance WiedowerWednesday, February 22, 2017
Feature Story Rita sits with her friend’s baby Honeybun while at a cookout near the old Firestone plant.

Is SPARCC the start of North Memphis opportunity?

Lance WiedowerWednesday, February 22, 2017
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We are no more than the sum of our parts – together Memphis' individual neighborhoods create the unique culture of the Bluff City. And a smart Memphian knows our success is rooted in these communities and supports the development and revitalization of economically sustainable and vibrant neighborhoods. High Ground covers those who are keeping communities clean, safe, healthy and connected.
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