On The GroundSidewalk-level journalism from Memphis neighborhoods

Chooch Pickard, the Coliseum Coalition's vice president, walks the lower-level corridor near a shuttered concession stand. (Shelda Edwards)

Chooch Pickard, the Coliseum Coalition's vice president, walks the lower-level corridor near a shuttered concession stand. (Shelda Edwards)

(L to R) Ladarius Shields, Cedric Hicks, and Hayden Williams attend a football game at Treadwell Middle. Treadwell is the area's oldest public school, opened in 1915. (Ziggy Mack)

(L to R) Ladarius Shields, Cedric Hicks, and Hayden Williams attend a football game at Treadwell Middle. Treadwell is the area's oldest public school, opened in 1915. (Ziggy Mack)

The CMPLX opened on January 11, 2019 to a packed house. On December 22, it will host Visuals and Vibes, an exhibition of local women artists of color. (Cole Bradley)

The CMPLX opened on January 11, 2019 to a packed house. On December 22, it will host Visuals and Vibes, an exhibition of local women artists of color. (Cole Bradley)

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Podcast: Storyboard Memphis talks print, publishing and partners

Saturday, July 20, 2019

MASE serves grades 6-12 and is the only middle school in Madison Heights, one of several smaller neighborhoods within the larger Medical Districts. (Submitted)

15 years of struggle and success at Tennessee's first charter school

Jeff HulettFriday, July 19, 2019

Guests of the Frayser CDC open house toured the homes and picked up literature for buying one of the three current homes or the 27 more that Frayser CDC hopes to build in the next two years. (Cole Bradley)

Frayser CDC unveils new homes, hopes for new momentum

Baris GursakalWednesday, July 17, 2019

Blue Cross Blue Shield employees and volunteers came together to install new playground equipment at David Carnes Park as part of the $4.5 million Blue Cross Healthy Place Program park redevelopment. (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee)

Revamped Whitehaven park will be space for health, fun and neighborhood history

Erica HortonTuesday, July 16, 2019

Young scholars at Ready, Set, Grow Learning Academy wait patiently to begin their art lesson. (Ziggy Mack)

STEAM-focused early childhood center is ready, set to grow

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, July 11, 2019

Stephanie Parker-Bradley and her daughter, Faith Bradley, celebrate after completing The Hagar Center 5K Fun Run. (Ashlei Williams)

Frayser nonprofit hosts its first 5K to benefit pregnant and parenting teens

Ashlei WilliamsThursday, July 11, 2019

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Podcast: State housing programs strengthen Memphis neighborhoods

Thursday, July 11, 2019

This year marks 24 years in business for Spikner Embroidery and Screen-Printing, which now has nine employees and is located in Madison Heights. The staff is pictured here with owner Fred Spikner at far right. (Ashlei Williams)

Spikner knows promotions, now it takes on placemaking in Madison Heights

Ashlei WilliamsWednesday, July 10, 2019

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Video: History in motion with Whitehaven's youth-led bus tours

Forever ReadyThursday, July 4, 2019

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Video: One church, three cultures, one awesome party

Forever ReadyThursday, July 4, 2019

A Hollywood Feed staff member makes gourmet dog cookies. The story offers a range of gourmet treats including cakes and cupcakes. (Submitted)

More than retail, Hollywood Feed helps animals in need

Baris GursakalThursday, June 27, 2019

(L to R) Kenneth Alexander, Jared Boyd, Kid Maestro and Amber George attend The CLTV's Juneteenth gala. (Erica Horton)

CLTV's Juneteenth gala celebrates history, community and Black excellence

Erica HortonWednesday, June 26, 2019

Renderings for the new Soulsville container restaurant show a bold and colorful design with indoor and outdoor seating. (Submitted)

275 Food Project announces fellowship for chefs of color, strategy to grow local food ecosystem

Cole BradleyTuesday, June 25, 2019

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On the Ground Podcast: Building Community with Habitat for Humanity

Monday, June 24, 2019

Local artists and their works have found a place in Market on Madison. (Kim Coleman)

Something old, something new, something Memphis at Market on Madison

Kim and Jim ColemanFriday, June 21, 2019

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital are four of the anchor institutions partnering with the Memphis Medical District Collaborative for Hire Local 901. (Submitted)

Hire Local 901 helps Memphians work closer to home

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, June 20, 2019

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On the Ground Podcast: Agape summer camps take youth on around the world

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Stanley Campbell opened the museum as a way to bring to life the memories of his mother, who has Alzheimer's.

House of Mtenzi is eclectic mix of art, family and Civil Rights history

Erica HortonWednesday, June 19, 2019

A window display at the BAM Thrift Store at 1340 Madison Avenue hopes to attract medical professionals from the surrounding Medical District. (Cole Bradley)

Construction starts soon for facade improvements, coffee shop at Madison-Cleveland

Cole BradleyFriday, June 7, 2019

Anthony Braxton waits for his meal at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Memphis Ozanam Food Mission. (Ziggy Mack)

Called to Serve: Ozanam Center steps up for Memphians in need

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, June 6, 2019

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The On The Ground series embeds a team of journalists in Memphis neighborhoods.

We include residents in planning articles, photo essays, videos, and events that reflect their lived experience.

We strive for genuine relationships and nuanced coverage.

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A young boy rides his bike on the path at Uptown Park as his parents and neighbors enjoy the show. (Cole Bradley)

Uptown & The Pinch

L to R: Upscale Kutz Barber Shop barbers Karlos Burt cuts the hair of Riko while Dennis Ross cuts the hair of Bernard in the Madison Heights District. (Ziggy Mack)

Madison Heights

Folks hang out outside of Salem’s Market on Mississippi Avenue. The store has been open for decades in the neighborhood and has seen a significant slowing of business since Foote Homes closed and demolition started.

South City

Derek Stubbs gets his hair cut by Eric Steward, the owner of the Handy Spot on Vollintine Avenue in Klondike.

Klondike Smokey City

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