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Oncoming train pummels student's car at Highland-Southern intersection in University District neighborhood

5/7/2013

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By Carlissa Robinson/MicroMemphis Reporter
A car was totaled early on the morning of May 5 at the intersection of Highland Street and Southern Avenue when the vehicle got stuck on the tracks and then was hit by an oncoming train.

The car was owned by University of Memphis student Angela Clark, who said her car was totaled in the incident.

“I’ve already got my ticket. I just want to get my keys so I can go home,” Clark said.

Clark said she was driving through the intersection at about 2 a.m. that Sunday morning when her car tires got stuck on the railroad tracks.

“My car got stuck five minutes before the train came," Clark said.

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Memphis Goodwill provides bargains, good for the environment too

4/22/2013

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By: Carlissa Robinson \ MicroMemphis Reporter
The Memphis Goodwill store on South Highland Street offers plenty of bargains, but what some people may not know is that it also is a great place to recycle.

Located on 574 S. Highland St., the Memphis Goodwill location has served the University district for well more than a decade.

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 Creative Stitches store offers unique items

4/12/2013

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By: Carlissa Robinson \ MicroMemphis Reporter
Creative Stitches, located at 3525 Mynders Ave., was envisioned by owner Grapple Woodward 20 years ago.  Stacy Simmons, office manager says Creative Stitches is known for its Greek attire, personal embroideries, baby apparel and cosmetic bags. In addition, Simmons says there are two sides to the store. The retail side, where customers purchase items, and the commercial side, where companies are given the option to order wholesale clothing with imprinted logos. The company website is stitchestogo.com and store hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Special exhibits coming to Dixon this summer

4/2/2013

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By: Carlissa Robinson \ MicroMemphis Reporter
The Dixon Gallery and Gardens is presenting some special exhibits for the spring and summer seasons that feature everything from a Shakespeare performance to a French jewelry exhibit.

The Dixon at 4339 Park Ave. has a current exhibit “Present Tense: Art of Memphis from 2001-Now,” where works from University of Memphis alumni and Memphis College of Art graduates are featured on the walls of every corridor in the west wing of the museum.

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Brother Juniper’s keeps the legacy going with several awards from the Memphis Flyer to Memphis Magazine

4/1/2013

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By Carlissa Robinson \ MicroMemphis Reporter
Pauline Koplin, owner of Brother Juniper’s restaurant at 3519 Walker Ave. moved to Memphis with her family in 1999 to put the heartbeat back into the family business. 

She explains how renovations helped change the atmosphere to welcome the customers.

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Two great dining options offering variety on Walker Avenue near campus 

2/20/2013

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By Carlissa Robinson/MicroMemphis Reporter
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RP Tracks, located at 3547 Walker Ave.
Of all the restaurants enclosed in the University District, neigbhorhood residents and University of Memphis students have a lot of dining options even if they never step foot on campus. 

From sub shops to sports bars, the U District encompasses every possible dining option. Local vendors thrive because of their neighborhood friendly establishments.

Moes Southwest Grill, a taco shop located at 3546 Walker St., serves about 2,000 U of M commuters per week. 

“We say welcome to Moes,” says Moe's manager Tiffany Alvaravo. The staff greets every person individually upon his or her entrance.


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