On The GroundSidewalk-level journalism from Memphis neighborhoods

Feature Story Perea Preschool

Video: Perea Preschool preps Klondike's future


Feature Story KSC

Klondike Smokey City in photos


Feature Story Vigil

Klondike Smokey City’s history drives its future


Feature Story Carpenter Art Garden 1

Hugs come with opportunity at Carpenter Art Garden


Feature Story Binghampton urban farm

Understanding Binghampton Through Community Voices


Feature Story Bisnu Gurung

Road to Memphis long for Bhutanese refugees


Feature Story Broad Ave

Broad Avenue's future tied to Binghampton


Feature Story Sierra Hughes and Rachel Greer

Binghampton kids find family at Rachel's Flowers


Feature Story Centro Cultural

Tamale Fest shines light on Latino culture


Feature Story refugee training 1

Refugee parent training launches in Binghampton


Feature Story Caritas Village 3

Caritas Village provides community in Binghampton


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.