Local law firm named among Fortune’s 100 Best Workplaces for Women

For the second consecutive year, the law firm of Baker Donelson has been named one of Fortune‘s 100 Best Workplaces for Women.  Baker Donelson is the second highest ranked law firm on the list and is ranked 53rd overall, up from last year’s ranking of 66th. The list is based on employees’ assessments of communications with management, […]

Teens perform at CLOUD901 on its first anniversary
Memphis Library’s Teen Learning Lab celebrates first anniversary

CLOUD901, which was named through a teen survey contest, has now been open in the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library branch for a year. 

MEMFix brings urban revitalization to Film Row this Saturday
Dru's Place
Renovations planned for two women-owned businesses

Two established neighborhood businesses – Dru’s Place in Midtown and April House Premier in South Memphis - will be getting some much-needed improvements soon thanks to Inner City Economic Development (ICED) loans awarded earlier this month.

Angela Glover Blackwell
Angela Glover Blackwell

Angela Glover Blackwell is the President and CEO of PolicyLink, a national research and action institute that advances economic and social equity through policy work and by connecting people already doing such work on the ground.

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Infusing classical musicians with a ‘heart for service’ in Memphis schools

Through the IRIS Orchestra Fellows program, classical musicians from around the world immerse themselves in Memphis music and education.

Local maker Brit McDaniel is the artisan and designer behind Paper & Clay
Join us for upcoming speaker event Makers in the City

Join High Ground and EPIcenter for Makers in the City on October 7, National Manufacturing Day. This speaker event will offer a discussion on the growing "maker" community, how these artisan entrepreneurs are scaling their businesses, and how they impact the Memphis economy. Register for free today to be a part of the conversation. 

L to R: Shannon Fuller, Dan Fuller, Don Youngblood, Rick Youngblood, and Kelly Youngblood
Youngblood Builders Supply re-opens at 120-year-old location

?A historic S. Memphis lumberyard and building supply store is unveiling a new name and new look this week. 

Future Burgerim location on the Highland Strip
Isreali-based Burgerim bringing mini-burgers to the Highland Strip

?The newly renovated Highland Strip in the University District will have a unique new dining option by the end of the year. Loeb Properties has announced the addition of Burgerim, an Israeli-based fast-casual restaurant.

Univ of Tenn Health Science Center Arches
Center focuses on behavioral causes to make change

The University of Tennessee’s Center for Health in Justice-Involved Youth looks to find the underlying cause of delinquent behaviors in juveniles in order to create a long-lasting change.

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