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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 customer at Hazel's Hair Fashions reads a textbook at the Whitehaven salon. (Brandon Dahlberg)

In photos: Barber and beauty shops are centers of community in sprawling Whitehaven

Brandon DahlbergWednesday, January 24, 2018

Blues City Cultural Center choreographer Kellye Crawford demonstrates moves to students at Whitehaven High School in preparation for a competitive summer internship with the nonprofit.

Nonprofit trains Whitehaven youth in creative storytelling and neighborhood research

Erica HortonWednesday, January 17, 2018

The supply of decorated cakes is thinning at the Orange Mound Kroger. (Brandon Dahlberg)

Orange Mound residents protest their closing grocery store

Erica HortonThursday, January 11, 2018

A graffitied sign for Graceland Parking on Elvis Presley Boulevard. (Brandon Dahlberg)

More than Graceland: Whitehaven's 200-year history

Erica HortonThursday, January 11, 2018

Development News

A rendering of the plaza shows the winning design from Cliff Garten Studio of Venice, Calif.

I AM A MAN Plaza to open next year in Downtown Memphis

Erica HortonWednesday, December 13, 2017

Zay grew up in Binghampton and wants to change the perception of the community, as well as leave his mark on Memphis, through his fashion design.(Photo Credit: Brandon Dahlberg)

Binghampton resident inspires with homegrown t-shirt business

Erica HortonWednesday, December 13, 2017

Kids start lining up at the home of Deidra Tuggle, the Candy Lady of Orange Mound.

On The Ground Live in Orange Mound

Madeline FaberWednesday, December 6, 2017

Andrea Morales, On The Ground photographer, instructs a Melrose High student in photo technique.

Four things the On The Ground team learned while reporting in Orange Mound

Erica HortonWednesday, December 6, 2017

Development News

Lula's Frozen Treats entrepreneur Gwendolyn House Smith

Kid-friendly Lula’s Frozen Treats brings fun to Frayser

Michael WaddellMonday, December 4, 2017

Students at Frayser Elementary learn exercises that promote understanding and emotional stability. (Courtesy Playback Memphis)

Children and former inmates lift up Frayser through improvisational theater

Cole BradleyThursday, November 30, 2017

Tiana Pyles became the new executive director of the Orange Mound Development Corporation in July and has goals to increase awareness about Orange Mound through two large scale festivals within the next two years.

Community developers show that Orange Mound is worth investment

Erica HortonThursday, November 30, 2017

Jimmy Garner raises his hand during the Sunday service at Beulah Baptist. (Andrea Morales)

Keeping the faith: Beulah Baptist Church has served Orange Mound since 1904

Andrea MoralesThursday, November 30, 2017

A view of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church on Carnes Avenue and Boston Street. (Andrea Morales)

Keeping the faith: A tour in photos of Orange Mound's century-old churches

Andrea MoralesThursday, November 30, 2017

Santa visits Orange Mound Outreach Ministries in 2016 during the nonprofit's annual holiday party.

Four ways to give back during the holidays in Orange Mound

Erica HortonFriday, November 17, 2017

Yolandra Rodgers runs an e-commerce company out of her home in South Memphis. (Lesley Young)

South Memphis-based baby shoe company is off and running

Lesley YoungWednesday, November 15, 2017

Memphis Area Transit Authority Bus

Getting 'round the mound: Residents advocate for transportation options in Orange Mound

Erica HortonWednesday, November 15, 2017

VIDEO: Orange Mound elders tell their community's story

Lauren Squires-ReadyWednesday, November 15, 2017

Osage Flyer

Join High Ground News for The Age of Osage: Orange Mound in Photographs

Erica HortonTuesday, November 14, 2017

Panelists for Housing in Orange Mound: A Community Conversation (Left to Right): Howard Eddings, Neighborhood Housing Opportunities, Amy Shaftlein, Tennessee Housing Development Agency, Britney Thornton, JUICE Orange Mound, Dwayne Jones, general cont

Past, present, future: Orange Mound residents discuss a need for community development

Erica HortonFriday, November 10, 2017

Approximately 32 percent of homes in Orange Mound are vacant according to data from the US Census.

Maintaining place: The challenges of homeownership in Orange Mound

Erica HortonWednesday, November 8, 2017

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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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