Suburbs
‘Mayor’s Trophy’ is new prize for longstanding rivalry
Since Houston won the heated rivalry with Collierville last year, the trophy is sitting in its field house. Whether they keep it will depend on Friday night’s result.
Abigail Warren
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Abigail Warren is a lifelong resident of Shelby County and a graduate of the University of Memphis. She has worked for several local publications and covers the suburbs for The Daily Memphian.
There are 1939 articles by Abigail Warren :
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GermantownReferendum on Germantown mayor’s duties heads to Legislature
Legislators will consider allowing a referendum on the 2026 ballot requiring full-time attention to the duties of Germantown’s mayoral office.
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GermantownHouston High graduate designs Wolf River Boulevard crosswalk
“In order to see this design at its full potential, you have to completely let go of common sense,” artist Madison Montgomery said in a written explanation of her work.
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GermantownGermantown may hold referendum on making mayor full time
The first step in a lengthy process of changing the mayor’s duties, requiring full-time attention, is scheduled for Monday.
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GermantownGermantown judge: like father, like daughter
Judge Rhea Clift has been the judge for about a month, but her path to the role is similar to her father’s — the man she was named after.
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MillingtonMillington approves raise for police, fire, city employees
The budget amendment also added several positions.
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Collierville Collierville Beer Board fines Carrabba’s for underage beer sales
Shelby Couty’s lone Carrabba’s faced Collierville’s Beer Board Tuesday after it was caught during a routine check by the Tennessee Alcoholic Commission in July.
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Collierville Collierville assistant police chief dies
“Jeff (Abeln) was a loving husband, proud father and a loyal friend to many. We are all better because of his influence,” said Collierville Police Chief Dale Lane.
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ElectionsWright Cox looks toward next term serving Collierville Schools
Collierville Board of Education Chairman Wright Cox is unopposed in the Nov. 5 election. He’s served on the school board since the district’s inception.
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GermantownGermantown begins tightening rules directed at large parties
The changes come after large pay parties at residences — two this year on Forest Hill-Irene Road and one last year in the Oakleigh neighborhood.
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GermantownGermantown tightens rules after ‘pay party’ at Forest Hill-Irene house
The city’s Planning Commission will begin its review Tuesday night to tighten the ordinance putting more restrictions on such gatherings.
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Germantown Germantown school board candidate backs out of debate hours before event
Vicki Gandee is facing Andy Ellis for the school board seat. It’s the only contested Germantown-specific race on the Nov. 5 ballot.
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ColliervilleCollierville scraps school rezoning ahead of 2025-26 academic year
But that doesn’t mean rezoning won’t ever happen ever; it’s just not happening on the previous anticipated timeline.
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GermantownMemphis ‘superhero’ awarded Carnegie Medal for saving child
Two years ago, Will Drennan died saving a child from drowning when rushing waters overtook him in Riverdale Park. Now, his son remembers his father as a superhero.
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Collierville Collierville approves age-restricted subdivision
The age limitations are legally allowed, according to town attorney Nathan Bicks.
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ColliervilleCollierville considers zoning for age-restricted subdivision
Neighborhoods like the one planned are attractive for those nearing or at retirement.
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Collierville Developers add townhomes to housing mix at The Villages in Collierville
John and Joel Porter’s new townhome development on Houston Levee is slightly different than what was originally approved two decades ago.
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GermantownNew Germantown restaurant has Western-inspired feel
A lot of the food in the West — elk, bison, fresh fish and other dishes — aren’t frequently found in Shelby County. The developer Spence Ray said he wanted to replicate that experience as best he could.
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GermantownGermantown police make arrest for April medical district fires
While searching the suspect’s Neshoba North home, marijuana plants and items to manufacture and sell it were found.
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Education Some area schools dismissing early today due to storms
Heavy rain, gusty winds in Memphis lead to a short day for students.
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GermantownAsaderos Mexican Grill opening delayed
The new Mexican restaurant will be located in the space of the former Mesquite Chop House in Germantown.
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GermantownGermantown approves Chipotle plan
The restaurant will be built on the former Back Yard Burgers site on West Street.
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Collierville Collierville alderman candidates differ on Chick-fil-A, apartments and more
Alderman John Stamps is facing a challenge from Jason Lederfine, an army veteran. Stamps is seeking his third four-year term.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Really short plays, fancy homes and Smashing Pumpkins
This week, Memphis musicians preview AmericanaFest sets, pink wines get some love and 35 years of the Southern Heritage Classic are on display.
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Collierville Collierville planners approve mixed-use project on Houston Levee
Morrison Village could add apartments and businesses to the southern portion of Houston Levee between Tennessee Route 385 and Shea Road.
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