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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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A mirrored exterior at the Rendezvous shipping facility in the Pinch District reflect historic buildings. (Ziggy Mack)

In photos: See Memphis’ past, present, and future in The Pinch

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 23, 2018

The Uptown Burger features two beef patties, cheese, onions, peppers, and jalapenos grilled to perfection. (Cole Bradley)

When is home cooking better than home? When it’s Roxie’s.

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 23, 2018

Global Cafe Founder Sabine Langer and General Manager Juan Viramontes with local food entrepreneurs from Sudan, Nepal and Syria. Left to right, Ibti, Sabine Langer, Juan Viramontes, Fayha, and Indra. (Yasmine Omari)

Global café brings international cuisine & immigrant empowerment to Crosstown Concourse

Aisling MakiThursday, May 17, 2018

Teens participate in a team building exercise during a BRIDGES youth training event.

The kids are alright: Meet the Uptown organizations helping its youngest residents thrive

Cole BradleyThursday, May 17, 2018

Madison Taper, winner of the girls' ages 8 to 15 division, shows off her new Fluxus skateboard. Fluxus boards are made in Memphis and are designed by local artists. (Shelda Edwards)

Second annual skateboard competition brings fast-paced fun to Uptown

Cole BradleyThursday, May 17, 2018

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Video: Big smiles and a half pipe at Uptown's annual skateboarding competition

Lauren Squires-ReadyThursday, May 17, 2018

Development News

Whitehaven Landing trampoline park

New trampoline park proposed for Whitehaven

Michael WaddellTuesday, May 15, 2018

An Uptown resident adds her priorities to a list of possible new developments. (Community Redevelopment Agency)

Uptown residents set priorities in $95 million TIF expansion

Cole BradleyThursday, May 10, 2018

Laura Wheeler has worked at Westy's for one year. (Brandon Dahlberg)

Westy’s turns 35 as The Pinch turns a corner

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 9, 2018

Applause and cheers erupted as the first of the trolleys was guided out of the garage and onto Main St. to await the ribbon cutting. (Shelda Edwards)

Main Street trolleys hit the tracks again

Cole BradleyThursday, May 3, 2018

Valerie Peavy, owner of the Office @ Uptown, poses for a portrait. Her cafe opened in 2013. (Brandon Dahlberg)

Welcome to Uptown, the biggest small town in Memphis

Cole BradleyWednesday, May 2, 2018

Madison and Mallory Iyadunni appeared on the show Shark Tank in 2016 to pitch their skin care line Angels and Tomboys. (Submitted)

All in the family: Sisters open side-by-side shops on Summer Avenue

Mary K. LevieThursday, April 26, 2018

Whitehaven panel

Video: Why Whitehaven is a 'hidden gem'

Forever ReadyThursday, April 26, 2018

A Viking mascot watches over Hillcrest High School in Whitehaven. (Brandon Dahlberg)

Opinion: Hillcrest High School prepares students for success

Karen GarrettThursday, April 26, 2018

Betty Jones demonstrates the dosing mechanism of her insulin shot. She takes one dose in the morning and one does in the evening every day. (Brandon Dahlberg)

In photos: Living with diabetes in Whitehaven

Brandon DahlbergWednesday, April 25, 2018

Rachel Sikes plans her next move up one of the walls at Memphis Rox. (Brandon Dahlberg)

The Making of Memphis Rox: South Memphis' massive rock climbing gym

Aisling MakiWednesday, April 25, 2018

Ruth Phillips of BancorpSouth speaks with Job Corps students. The course covered many elements of becoming home owners, such as building credit and the various services banks offer. (Brandon Dahlberg)

Banks invest in small business and mortgage loans programs in Whitehaven

Erica HortonThursday, April 19, 2018

Anne Rodgers has been a nurse with Methodist South for 16 years. (Brandon Dahlberg)

Health fair brings personal care to Whitehaven residents

Brandon DahlbergWednesday, April 18, 2018

Leroy Taylor (Center) of Power Center Academy plays with Memphis Inner-City Rugby.

South Memphis rugby and soccer teams promote community growth, youth opportunities and land reuse

Aisling MakiWednesday, April 18, 2018

Harold Collins, former councilmember for Whitehaven's District 3, poses for a portrait. (Brandon Dahlberg)

City's efforts are a drop in the bucket to mitigate flooding risks in Whitehaven

Kim and Jim ColemanThursday, April 5, 2018

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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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