Natalie Pilgrim
Natalie Pilgrim is a Memphis native and a graduate of the University of Memphis. She is a digital producer for The Daily Memphian.
There are 147 articles by Natalie Pilgrim :
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September 2018
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Lakeland Dennis Wolf, Lakeland’s future fire chief, expects the suburb’s new fire department will begin answering calls in July, 2019, becoming the last government entity in Shelby County to operate its own fire service. Wolf, former fire chief in Germantown, provided insight on the new department for officials and residents at a Lakeland Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, Sept.18. -
Health Care St. Francis Hospital-Memphis introduces first pet therapy dog
Bringing comfort and joy to patients at St. Francis Hospital-Memphis is what Lily, an 8-year-old Coton du Tulear breed, does best. Lily is a part of St. Francis’ newly expanded volunteer program consisting of 11 new members, including her handler, Richard Herbert. The first pet therapy dog at the hospital, she made her public debut on Wednesday, Sept. 26. -
Bartlett Aldi renovation in Bartlett provides needed improvements for customers
After two months of renovation, Aldi, a discount grocery store with German roots, reopened its doors at 2867 Kirby Whitten Rd. earlier this month.
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October 2018
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Arlington Two suburban schools receive national distinction for excellence
Two suburban schools – Donelson Elementary and Lakeland Elementary – were recognized Monday as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2018 by the U.S. Department of Education. -
Bartlett Thistle & Bee helps victims of human trafficking rebuild their lives through beekeeping
When most people think of bees, they may think of honey, beeswax and maybe even the cute little character on a box of Honey Nut Cheerios. Not Jordan Boss. She sees bees as a way to help those in need of therapeutic peace. Boss is executive director of Thistle & Bee, a nonprofit organization that helps women who have escaped human trafficking and prostitution. -
Education Thirteen SCS high schools to establish network for freshman success
Thirteen local high schools will soon implement a Freshman on Track Program for the 2018-2019 academic year as part of the first Freshman Success Network in Memphis. The network will be the first locally to include both public traditional and charter schools, and will be established through a partnership with Stand For Children and Shelby County Schools. -
Bartlett Newcomer Lackey challenges veteran mayor Keith McDonald in Bartlett election
While incumbent Bartlett Mayor Keith McDonald and challenger John Lackey focus their campaign platforms on different factors, there are common denominators – education and public safety. -
Bartlett Challenger Arnold seeks to unseat veteran Emily Elliott in Alderman Position 2 seat
Although incumbent Bartlett Position 2 alderman Emily Elliott and challenger Mitch Arnold have similar interests in working hard and supporting the suburb, each has different approaches on reaching their goals. -
Bartlett Rikard heads to retirement with a stable police department, bright future
Bartlett Police Chief Gary Rikard closes his career with the suburban department at the end of the year, but the veteran officer has no doubt that the force will be left in good hands when he departs. -
Lakeland Horn adapting to life in Lakeland as new leader of city operations
Shane Horn, Lakeland’s city manager, expects to continue to develop relationships with the Lakeland community as he reaches his first month in office.
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November 2018
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Lakeland Lakeland: Challenger Cunningham ousts Bunker for Lakeland’s top seat
Challenger Mike Cunningham unseated incumbent Lakeland Mayor Wyatt Bunker on Tuesday in a victory that further strengthened an opposition group against the current administration. -
Lakeland Cunningham looks to future as Lakeland voters pick new leader
Lakeland Mayor-elect Mike Cunningham wants to find ways for the northeast suburb to heal after a contentious campaign that led to his victory Tuesday over incumbent Wyatt Bunker. -
Bartlett New Bartlett location provides showroom, technical support for precision tools
Methods Machine Tools, a supplier of precision machine tools, automation and accessories, officially opened the doors of a new facility in Bartlett at 6700 Fletcher Creek Cove last week.
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December 2018
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Bartlett Bartlett City Schools administrators ‘back under one roof’ in renovated offices
After five years in a small space on west end of Bartlett High, the suburban school district’s administrative offices have moved to a new location near the campus. -
Lakeland Dial returns to Lakeland commission after surviving close election
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Lakeland Health lounge set to open in Lakeland in time for New Year’s resolutions
After losing 25 pounds in two months going to Nutrition Bar in East Memphis, Chuck Laminack decided the concept was successful enough to open his own rendition of the shop on Canada Road.
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January 2019
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Business Otis Sanford named 2018 Communicator of the Year
Otis Sanford, professor and Hardin Chair of Excellence in Economic and Managerial Journalism at the University of Memphis, has been named 2018 Communicator of the Year by the Memphis Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). -
Arlington AutoZone’s Ray Pohlman retiring; David McKinney to replace him
After 24 years with AutoZone Inc., Ray Pohlman, vice president of government and community relations, will retire at the end of January with his replacement coming from the Greater Memphis Chamber. -
Sports St. Louis Cardinals Caravan to visit AutoZone Park
The 2019 St. Louis Cardinals Caravan, starring last year’s Redbirds manager and now Cardinals coach Stubby Clapp comes to AutoZone Park on Friday, Jan. 18. -
Real Estate Soul Fish Café to open Cordova location
Soul Fish Café, a Southern-style soul food restaurant that specializes in fried cat fish and fresh vegetables, will start construction soon on a fourth location.
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Education U of M names Dr. Damon Fleming dean of Fogelman College of Business
The University of Memphis has named Dr. Damon M. Fleming the new dean of the Fogelman College of Business and Economics. Fleming will be replacing former dean Rajiv Grover, who announced he was stepping down in May 2018 to devote more time to research.
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Real Estate Distribution Realty Group to enter Memphis market
A new industrial developer is entering the Memphis area market with a new spec building on Airways Boulevard in Southaven.
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Downtown Big River Crossing quarterly data reveal increase in bike engagement
Big River Crossing, the pedestrian and biking path across the Mississippi River along the Harahan Bridge, saw another successful quarter of visitors with an increase in bike engagement.
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Business Sears chairman Eddie Lampert wins $5.2 billion bid for bankrupt retailer
Sears Holdings Corp. Chairman Eddie Lampert has won a $5.2 billion bid for the bankrupt Illinois-based retailer that could help keep some stores open.
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Business Gymboree files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy; plans to close all stores
Children’s clothing retailer Gymboree Group Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will close all Gymboree and Crazy 8 stores, including five in the Memphis market.
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