Raised in refugee camps: Meeting the early childhood education needs of Memphis immigrants
A new pre-K class housed at the Refugee Empowerment Program in Binghampton meets the unique needs of Memphis' international children.
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Memphis startup ProxBox eliminates flyers from house hunting
“If I take a paper flyer, the listing agent doesn’t know who I am. They can’t identify me. So that’s what really triggered us to say how can we create something that’s low-cost, effective and turnkey. We deliver them software that works," said ProxBox co-founder Chelsea White.
Memphis pop-up food vendors fry under the radar
Because pop-up restaurants, from-home restaurants, and food trucks are a fairly recent phenomenon, legislation and regulations haven’t quite been able to match the speed at which the trend evolves, making the business model a sort of Wild West for would-be restaurateurs. They just have to make sure they don’t get nicked by the Sheriff.
South Memphis Shalom Zone barbecue contest encourages residents to seek peace
The fourth annual South Memphis barbecue cook-off brings churches and residents together intentionally to foster a safer, vibrant community.
Memphis fashion design scene encourages collaboration, youth participation
Avianne Robinson is an 18-year-old award-winning fashion designer. That may seem like a young age for such an accomplishment, but for her, it’s been a long time coming.
Indie video game developers take Memphis tech to the next level
A fledgling tech industry finds its first local support network with the Memphis Game Developers.
Art gallery for marginalized artists illustrates homelessness
An art gallery in the up-and-coming Edge District is filled with art created by Memphians experiencing poverty and homelessness.
