Richard Murff's Latest Articles
Curb appeal: New market gives farmers shelf space
The Curb Market, newly opened in midtown, experiments with bringing the farmer's market to grocery shelves, offering fresh, seasonal and locally produced foods throughout the week.
Old Dominick Distillery reaches to the past for new artisanal spirits
With 150 years of history behind them, D. Canale & Co. is re-entering the spirits market this year with Old Dominick Distillery. Along with reviving a storied brand, they are reviving 50,000 square feet of space Downtown to house the new business.
Meet Memphis’ creative entrepreneurs
A thriving creative class drives the culture of a city, but how do you build a supportive environment for those creatives to flourish? Here in Memphis, a few creative entrepreneurs have struck out on their own, producing head-turning work and demanding attention for their innovation, originality and business savvy.
Memphis entrepreneurs know their neighbors
Some local independent retailers are holding their own against large competitors by carving out a niche audience, and making sure they know their shopper better than anyone else.
Health disparities and the many faces of cancer
In Memphis, black women are significantly more likely to die from breast cancer than white women are. More than a dozen local health care, civic and community organizations have joined to change this reality, mounting a photo exhibit to drive awareness and action.
Memphis is always the winner of the Autozone Liberty Bowl
The Autozone Liberty Bowl draws big crowds, and big dollars, to Memphis each December, with small and giant local companies playing a role in the fanfare. High Ground takes a behind the scenes look at pulling off the big game, and capitalizing on the the economic impact, on game day.
Memphis’ own Southern Airways: the refreshing future of air travel
With a focus on service and simplicity, Southern Airways Express--a Memphis-based air transportation company--challenges traditional air travel and opens routes to beach, business and football.
