Kairos expands workforce development services, anticipates growth
Kairos Services, Inc. is expanding its programs to prepare young Memphians for the workforce, and by this fall the nonprofit plans to increase its own staff with the addition of […]
South Memphis
Founded as an agricultural community, South Memphis was stable and close-knit until the 1950s when businesses and families began relocating to the suburbs. Ill-conceived “revitalization” in the 1980s leveled many early buildings and accelerated the decline. Today, it is one of the city’s most economically challenged but culturally rich neighborhoods. The Soulsville area attracts thousands of tourists each year while resident-led revitalization has steered recent investments towards an area farmers market as well as a childcare and family center. South Memphis is also home to numerous community gardens, LeMoyne Owen College, and the famous Four Way Grill.
Seven days in Memphis: boot camp puts tactical urbanism to work in the city
The presenters at Boot Camp Memphis touted tactical urbanism initiatives while their theories were put into practice all around town during the week.
A healthy future for food access
With a group of highly motivated and innovative people working together at the table, the future of Memphis food systems is looking bright.
Craig Meek sees the city through its ‘cue
Craig Meek's way to the city's heart was through his stomach. His blog turned soon-to-be-released book examines the history of the city one plate of barbecue at a time and uses food as a launch pad for discussions on urban design, blight and community health.
Big League Movers to expand workforce by 22 in Memphis and Atlanta
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