Stories

Feature Story Adrian Smith teaches 10th-grade English at KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School

'Committing to Memphis' through Teach for America

Since its charter corps in 2006, Teach for America - Memphis has been infusing local schools with new, talented educators who are passionate about giving students the opportunity to succeed. There are currently 360 alums in the region who continue to advocate for education reform from the classroom and beyond.  

Feature Story Blight

Blight charter takes fight to next level

The Memphis Neighborhood Blight Elimination Charter brings together those in the community with a vested interest in fighting back against unsightly buildings and lots across the city.  

GQ's 'love letter' to Gus's Fried Chicken


Feature Story Girls Inc. Frayser Youth Farm Manager Miles Tamboli

Girls Inc. takes mission to roots with Frayser Youth Farm

Part of Girls Inc.’s focus on Frayser is through its Youth Farm, where girls are employed as farmers to cultivate some 50 vegetable varieties all while learning entrepreneurial skills.

Feature Story A place for teen mothers to relax with their babies at the Hagar Center

New hope for pregnant teens in Frayser

The Hagar Center works as a resource center and place of hope for pregnant teens in the Frayser community.

Feature Story David Tarver

Starting with community: How entrepreneurs can solve urban problems

At Social Innovation in the City, David Tarver will discuss urban entrepreneurship and how for-profit companies can solve city problems and make life better in Memphis.  

Feature Story Project Manager Suzanne Carlson, Director Justin Entzminger, Project Managers Kerri Campbell and Megan Higgins

Innovate Memphis develops bold ideas for city

Innovate Memphis is charged with developing and delivering bold ideas that the Bluff City can implement to address some of its biggest challenges.  

Memphis beyond Graceland


Feature Story State. Sen. Lee Harris speaks to a Frayser Exchange Club gathering

Frayser Exchange Club boosts community

The Frayser Exchange Club is more than a weekly gathering of members. It serves as a community booster for Frayser, where everyone is welcome in a positive environment.