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Feature Story South Main

A plan in progress: A guide to Downtown developments on the south end

The South Main district of Downtown Memphis has its roots in the arts, but a new renaissance is occurring, fueled by real estate developers looking to capitalize on the neighborhood’s momentum. With all the dirt moving in the area, we bring you a comprehensive rundown of the development projects planned and underway.

Feature Story High Cotton Brewing Company

Getting out in the Edge

There’s no shortage of things to do in the Edge District. The neighborhood is home to the birthplace of Rock N’ Roll, one of Memphis’ oldest bars and one of its favorite local breweries, plus it is quickly becoming a foodie paradise with dishes featuring foods  from local farms and flavors from as far away as Indiana, Venezuela or Jamaica.

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Living on the Edge: making a home in the district

When describing why they chose to call the Edge home, residents focus on traditional neighborhood charm mixed with a creative, urban flavor, with the added bonus of room to work and build.

Feature Story Public art in the Edge

Watch this: The Edge of Memphis is no longer on the fringe

As the "heart of Memphis, the Edge of downtown," the Edge district has been an intersection of industry and culture since the city's earliest days. The district has a rich history as home to entrepreneurs and craftsmen, and the trend continues today with new investments from local makers.

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Feature Story Tawnee McCluskey

Want to get people back to work? Fill the basic skills gap

Low-income workers like Tawnee McCluskey often lack the basic skills needed to find a good job. To bridge the gap, experts says it's essential to invest in training. Yet despite millions of people out of work, programs are hard to find.

Feature Story Low-income seniors compete in a Wii Bowling tournament sponsored by the Golden Cross Senior Residents Fund.

Aging boomers: How Golden Cross is improving the lives of low-income seniors

According to a 2012 study from the Plough Foundation, more than 10,000 Memphis seniors are currently living below the Federal Poverty Line. Over the next ten years, those numbers are expected to rise. Here’s how one nonprofit is helping poor seniors lead happy, fulfilled lives.