Economic Development

The opening of One & Only BBQ in Cordova

One & Only BBQ owners double down with newly-constructed Cordova location

“Not a whole lot of restaurants have followed up with that idea because you need a unique piece of property.”

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Military veterans find good fit in Michigan’s agricultural jobs

Military veterans' leadership training, skills, and perspective give them a grounding they need to help meet the challenges of producing food and rebuilding rural and urban communities. In Michigan, these protectors are turning into agricultural producers. 

Small scale developers learn how to change the face of Memphis with real estate bootcamp

“We’re set up to specifically do this type of training and to cultivate both small developers and the ecosystems they need to operate within, including municipalities, local non-profits, local activists, local banks, local investors,” said John Anderson, founder of the Incremental Development Alliance.

Cycling entrepreneur plans new bike shop on Broad Avenue

Pedaltown will specialize in entry-level bikes and will lean heavily towards kid’s bikes, while next door Victory Bicycle Shop will remain focused on higher-end bikes for cycling enthusiasts.

La Quinta hotel under construction at Union and Danny Thomas.
Downtown hotel development carries the overall Memphis market

Around 15 hotels have been announced for development Downtown.

Architect's rendering of the new retail center.
New Midtown retail center will replace former Valvoline location

Loeb Properties, which has owned the property at 2046 Union Avenue at the corner of Diana Street for 30 years, is demolishing the gas station and building a retail center that better reflects neighboring Overton Square.

Butterfly sculptures flood Carnes garden and blighted neighborhood

An installation of more than 100 sculptures of butterflies works to brighten the neighborhood surrounding the Carnes community garden just north of the Memphis Medical District.

Healthy Hawaiian ‘Ono Poke coming to Memphis

Poke originated in Hawaii as food favored among surfers for a protein-filled grab-and-go dish in between surfing runs. The concept spread to the mainland and is catching on in more and more cities

Potatoes, Pop, and JIFFY Corn Muffins: Michigan’s agri-businesses thrive and reinvest

Agriculture, food processors, and related businesses employ 923,000 Michiganders — 22 percent of the state’s workforce. March is the month the state sets aside to thanks its farmers and recognize the industry’s many career opportunities.

Metropolis Cycles Corktown location
Corktown-based bicycle shop to open second location in West Village

Metropolis Cycles East will offer new and used bikes, locks, tires, and other accessories, and a full service repair facility.

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