Radio Days
By Robert Lanier, While young people today may not know that an old-time radio was once like a piece of furniture in virtually every household,…
An Invaluable Traveling Companion
From Chapter16: Candacy Taylor explores the history and legacy of Victor Hugo Green’s iconic travel guide By Stephen Usery, for Chapter16.org In 1936, New York…
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The Early Ice Trade in Memphis: John’s Uncommon Denominators
Cold Comfort in 1860 The early ice trade in Memphis By John Matthews Summer is officially here. “Remind me, why in the hell do I…
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Remembering Robert Johnson
From Chapter16: Brother Robert provides a human perspective on the man who changed American music By Michael Ray Taylor, for Chapter16.org The city of Memphis plays…
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Love List 2020, Days 50 & 59: Ellfrow and Villa Belleair
Love List days 50 and 59 By Brantley Ellzey Villa Belleair Day 59 February 28. I was driving east on Poplar yesterday enjoying the first…
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Protesting was empowering. It was also terrifying.
Feature Image: Sophia Perry It is critical, now more than ever, to stay informed,stay compassionate, and stay willing to learn. By Sophia Perry, for Chalkbeat…
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The whole world is talking about police reform. Black Lives Matter has solutions.
Disclaimer: In accordance with the Associated Press, High Ground typically edits profanities from quote sources. The following has not been censored and contains language that…
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The Church of the Walking Pants
Originally published in April, 2019 By Kelly King Howe In the movie Field of Dreams, Kevin Costner’s character, Ray Kinsella, hears a voice in his…
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Vollintine-Evergreen seeks landmark designation to preserve its unique history and aesthetic
Feature image: A Craftsman Bungalow-style home with ornate spiral pillars in Vollintine-Evergreen. VECA is seeking a landmarks designation for the V&E area to preserve its…
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The Challenge of Antiracism
Historian Ibram X. Kendi confronts our racist culture — and looks inward This review was originally published October 14, 2019 By Aram Goudsouzian for Chapter16.org…
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WCS & NPI: Partnering to remove systemic obstacles that affect students’ lives, communities, and families.
Whole Child Strategies partners with Neighborhood Preservation, Inc. in a shared commitment to resolving the systemic barriers to equality in Memphis neighborhoods. Feature photo: Student…
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