Germantown resurrects Fireworks Extravaganza for July 4th
Germantown will hold its fireworks show on July 4. The event was not held in 2020 due to the pandemic.
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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Germantown Germantown reviews peewee fields, moves budget to final reading
The final reading for Germantown’s budget is scheduled for June 28. The board also approved taking the first step toward acquiring soccer fields for the city’s youngest athletes.
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Collierville Collierville adopts $90.3 million budget, sets property tax rate
Collierville adopted its 2021-22 budget Monday. To support the budget, aldermen also approved a tax rate of $1.72.
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BusinessCollierville Target closed after fire ‘on grocery aisle’
Collierville’s Target is closed after a weekend fire. There is no set reopening date, but the closure is expected to be about a month.
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Germantown Germantown earmarks federal funds for infrastructure
Germantown is expecting about $10.5 million in American Rescue Plan funds. The money will be invested in infrastructure, with the majority going towards drainage.
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Germantown Germantown eyes additional 2 acres near desired parkland
If acquired, the land would likely be transformed into fields for the suburb’s youngest soccer teams.
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EducationGermantown receives approval for virtual school
The Germantown Municipal School District will offer online learning for students who want to continue learning remotely.
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Real Estate Collierville board wrestling with Parke at Houston Levee
Jason Crews is proposing a mixed-use development of more than 250 acres on the west side of town. Aldermen had some concerns and met with Crews and his representatives in a work session.
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Education West Collierville Middle School names new principal
Tyler Salyer has been appointed principal of West Collierville Middle School after spending the last four years at Collierville Elementary School.
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Education Germantown Board of Education discusses adding student to board
The Germantown Board of Education discussed adding a student board member to its body in an advisory capacity. It also approved a new grading scale.
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Education Germantown school leaders reviewing grading scale change
If adopted Tuesday, the change may help Germantown Municipal School District students compete for scholarships. Board member Brian Curry noted that a student earning a 92 might have about a 3 for a grade point average in Germantown. In other districts, it would be a 4.
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Public Safety Collierville detective is suburb’s first woman to graduate national program
Collierville detective Madison Zuck graduated from the National Forensic Academy.
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GermantownTax assessor’s response disappoints Germantown flood victims
Germantown property owners whose houses were damaged by a 2019 flood say the Shelby County Assessor promised to meet with them to discuss how their homes’ values increased despite the destruction. But Melvin Burgess’ representatives say no such gathering will occur.
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GermantownGermantown Charity Horse Show returns after pandemic
The horse show in Germantown is a treasured tradition for many generations. The 72nd show will take off Tuesday after a one year pause.
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Bartlett Remembering and honoring ‘those who paid all’
While some events looked different, many people took time on Memorial Day to remember those who died for the sake of freedom.
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ColliervilleCollierville commission stands by Byhalia convenience store denial
Collierville’s Planning Commission decided to stick with a decision it made last month and did not rescind its denial of a convenience store on New Byhalia Road near Maynard Way.
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Germantown Commission favors redevelopment of former country club
Germantown’s Planning Commission favored an outline plan for the former country club property Tuesday evening.
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May 2021
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Business Verizon installing 5G technology in Germantown
More small cell technology is being seen throughout Germantown. While Verizon has submitted more than 100 requests to the suburb, the technology is supposed to help all cellular users.
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Education Collierville Schools wins $2 million grant to fly
Collierville Schools received a $2 million grant that will allow them to fly with community partners, training in mechanics, flying and drone operation.
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Germantown Groovin’ and Grillin’ returns to Germantown
Groovin’ and Grillin’ events are returning to Germantown as part of the city’s summer concert series. While movies will not return this year, hot dogs, hamburgers and music will be available.
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Collierville Collierville spray parks open for summer
Both of Collierville’s spray parks are open. Passes are needed ahead of time to use the one at W.C. Johnson Park.
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Germantown Houston High softball complex, water tower move forward
Germantown’s Design Review Commission moved the new water tower and Houston High’s softball complex forward Tuesday.
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Collierville Collierville budget scheduled for final vote June 14
Collierville is in the middle of adopting its $90 million budget. To support the budget, the town is also proposing a tax increase of 15 cents.
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Collierville Collierville adopts tuition policy, grandfathers in current employees
Collierville will not force current employees living out-of-state or outside Shelby County to pay tuition. However, future hires will be subject to the tuition policy.
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Education Collierville school board considers out-of-state tuition charge
Collierville Schools is reviewing a policy that would force future teachers living in Mississippi to pay tuition if their children attend school in the suburban district.
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