Germantown leaders pledge more money for Houston High makeover
Two Germantown aldermen brought forth proposals Monday evening to put more funds toward Houston High’s master plan. Only one of those plans was approved.
Abigail Warren
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Abigail Warren is an award-winning reporter and covers Collierville and Germantown for The Daily Memphian. She was raised in the Memphis suburbs, attended Westminster Academy and studied journalism at the University of Memphis. She has been with The Daily Memphian since 2018.
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June 2025
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Germantown Germantown farm to help UT-Martin expand equestrian, veterinary options
University of Tennessee-Martin officials hope former Olympic equestrian Melanie Smith’s Wildwood Farm in Germantown will be available to students by 2027.
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ColliervilleDespite Collierville party foul, leaders won’t limit residential gatherings
Police were called to the scene of the party, found cars blocking the roadway and heard some complaints about vehicles parked in neighbors’ yards. Eight people were arrested.
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ColliervillePolice rule teacher’s death accidental, find no tampering with drinks
Collierville Police and Shelby County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference Monday afternoon to talk about possible drink tampering in the suburb’s limits.
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GermantownAnnual Germantown show isn’t just about the horses
Third-generation corndog vendor Dustin Herrington has not missed a Germantown Charity Horse Show since he was born. But the show took on new meaning after his mom died of breast cancer in 2018.
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Germantown GPAC selects new director
In a release, Patrick O’Connor, GPAC board president, said when he shared the recommendation with the board, there was “total support for Parke.”
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May 2025
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Slowdown Cinema, dragon boats and Cooper-Young cats
This week, watch a ghost movie at Elmwood, meet Chris Parnell at Comic Con and eat all the pasta at Memphis Italian Festival.
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ColliervilleCollierville property tax inches closer to going up
Collierville leaders are nearing the end of their budget adoption. The mayor and aldermen are considering a 12-cent increase to support the growing suburb.
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ColliervilleA new subdivision could be coming to Collierville
But the property needs a new zoning designation before homes are considered.
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GermantownNext GPAC director must understand ‘the Germantown way’
Germantown will likely hire its next executive director from within. The opening comes as Paul Chandler takes the top position at Memphis River Parks Partnership.
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Collierville Pickleball expands in Collierville with leagues, clinics
While the pickleball courts in Collierville are heavily used, the town is adding a competitive edge with summer pickleball leagues.
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GermantownGermantown increasing teacher pay as part of state mandate
Teachers with a bachelor’s degree will start with a salary of $51,000 annually and can top out at $76,296.
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ColliervilleCollierville leaders question fluoridated water
Additional research about the impact of fluoride on other communities will be shared with the Board of Mayor and Aldermen before they make any determination.
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ColliervilleCrosswind Elementary teachers get first look at school expansion
Crosswind Elementary teachers toured the school’s expansion Tuesday afternoon. The wing will be connected to the main building over the summer.
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Germantown Germantown adjusts tax rate downward ahead of budget approval
Germantown is considering a slightly lower tax rate than what was previously shown to city leaders and the finance commission.
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GermantownMadonna Learning Center wants to get into the groove with new expansion
The faith-based school expanded in 2013, but it’s looking to grow again.
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ColliervilleCollierville rezones ‘Mount Trashmore’
The former Shelton Road landfill is a popular sledding destination when it snows, but its future is uncertain.
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GermantownWhy is construction taking so long for Thornwood and former Carrefour?
Several developers in Germantown are facing delays due to different complexities in their developments, whether it’s the topography of the site or just the complexity of their desires for mixed-use projects.
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ColliervilleCollierville to represent Tennessee in world robotics competition
Collierville Schools is taking six elementary teams to Texas after sweeping the state competition in Nashville two months ago.
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High School Sports Millington girls basketball coach fired following investigation
On April 8, Jason Nichols was placed on administrative leave without pay and not allowed to attend any events on campus. Millington Municipal Schools began a formal Title IX investigation, which looked into sex-based discrimination.
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GermantownGermantown justified in denying rezoning, chancellor says
A Shelby County chancellor ruled in favor of Germantown’s zoning decision regarding a vacant tract near Forest Hill-Irene Road and Poplar Avenue, where a Chick-fil-A was destined.
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ColliervilleCollierville shoe store to close after almost six decades in business
Jackson’s Shoes has helped parents find the perfect fit for children’s feet throughout the area, but the service is coming to an end.
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April 2025
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Collierville Collierville Schools budget includes bonuses, COLA raises, more hires
Collierville Schools approved its budget Tuesday. The board also ratified a resolution giving teachers $2,000 state-funded bonuses.
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GermantownGermantown eliminates holiday decorations ordinance
A resident had filed a federal lawsuit pointing out the prior policy limiting the time or such decorations violated her freedom of expression and First Amendment rights.
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Germantown Germantown estimates certified tax rate
With initial reports from the Shelby County Assessor, Germantown has a better idea of its tax rate ahead of aldermen’s review of the budget.
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