Coffee and community journalism: On the Ground in the University District
We're kicking off our embedded reporting in the University District with a look at its past, current state and our new community news room location — The Belltower Artisans.
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On the Ground Podcast: Kicking off our University District coverage with Cody Fletcher
In S1E3, we kick off three months of embedded reporting with a conversation on the unique features, strengths, and challenges of the University District.
On The Ground Podcast: Black-owned business gift guide, with Cynthia Daniels and Brandi Hunter
In S1E2 of the On The Ground podcast, High Ground News contributors Brandi Hunter and Emily Trenholm discuss with entrepreneur Cynthia Daniels great holiday gift options from local Black-owned businesses and the growing infrastructure to support minority entrepreneurs.
Bing-Boom II: A tale of two Binghamptons
Once one of the city's most distressed neighborhoods, the west side of Binghampton is now one of its hottest properties. Can the east side follow suit? And should it?
What smart neighborhoods can learn from The Heights
Our four months of embedded coverage of The Heights area of Memphis is coming to a close. As we pick up the temporary office and move to the University District for our next On The Ground program, we're drawn to spotlight five aspects of The Heights that make it a dynamic place to live and work.
Vacant barbershop reopens as space for art and community
In the 1930s a barbershop opened on National Street in The Heights. On November 29, it was activated as a venue for a High Ground News community photography exhibit. Now, Heights residents will decide how the space serves them in the future.
How once-vacant sites are becoming hubs for health equity in Michigan
Marginalized Michigan residents are finding health services in easily accessible neighborhood locations, and formerly defunct buildings are becoming bright spots on their blocks.
En video: Un sabor del mundo de Summer Avenue
The Heights y el vecino Berclair son destinos para una increíble comida internacional. Con solo un rápido viaje en carro por la avenida Summer Avenue, cualquier persona con hambre puede escoger que platos exclusivos de diferentes países quieran comer , no se necesita un boleto de avión.
“The people are the heart”: Memphis transplants reflect on life in a new city
Memphis transplants who came to the city later in life bring a fresh perspective about the city's place in civil rights history, its faith community and what moves Memphis forward as a "big-small" city in Mid-South.
Breaking bread: Applied anthropology meets local journalism
On November 8, United Way held its Feast of Dreams to unite community leaders in a conversation on poverty reduction. High Ground sent its resident anthropologist with a question — can Unite Way inspire lasting, citywide change in just one night?
On the Ground Podcast: Kicking off our University District coverage with Cody Fletcher
In S1E3, we kick off three months of embedded reporting with a conversation on the unique features, strengths, and challenges of the University District.
On The Ground Podcast: Black-owned business gift guide, with Cynthia Daniels and Brandi Hunter
In S1E2 of the On The Ground podcast, High Ground News contributors Brandi Hunter and Emily Trenholm discuss with entrepreneur Cynthia Daniels great holiday gift options from local Black-owned businesses and the growing infrastructure to support minority entrepreneurs.
Bing-Boom II: A tale of two Binghamptons
Once one of the city's most distressed neighborhoods, the west side of Binghampton is now one of its hottest properties. Can the east side follow suit? And should it?
What smart neighborhoods can learn from The Heights
Our four months of embedded coverage of The Heights area of Memphis is coming to a close. As we pick up the temporary office and move to the University District for our next On The Ground program, we're drawn to spotlight five aspects of The Heights that make it a dynamic place to live and work.
Vacant barbershop reopens as space for art and community
In the 1930s a barbershop opened on National Street in The Heights. On November 29, it was activated as a venue for a High Ground News community photography exhibit. Now, Heights residents will decide how the space serves them in the future.
How once-vacant sites are becoming hubs for health equity in Michigan
Marginalized Michigan residents are finding health services in easily accessible neighborhood locations, and formerly defunct buildings are becoming bright spots on their blocks.
En video: Un sabor del mundo de Summer Avenue
The Heights y el vecino Berclair son destinos para una increíble comida internacional. Con solo un rápido viaje en carro por la avenida Summer Avenue, cualquier persona con hambre puede escoger que platos exclusivos de diferentes países quieran comer , no se necesita un boleto de avión.
“The people are the heart”: Memphis transplants reflect on life in a new city
Memphis transplants who came to the city later in life bring a fresh perspective about the city's place in civil rights history, its faith community and what moves Memphis forward as a "big-small" city in Mid-South.
Breaking bread: Applied anthropology meets local journalism
On November 8, United Way held its Feast of Dreams to unite community leaders in a conversation on poverty reduction. High Ground sent its resident anthropologist with a question — can Unite Way inspire lasting, citywide change in just one night?
