Germantown
Germantown board split on full-time mayor
A proposed draft ordinance would make Germantown’s mayor the “executive head of the city,” and he or she would not be allowed to have other employment.
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.
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Germantown Germantown faces cybersecurity problems
The FBI is assisting with a criminal investigation of the attack. However, the city has shared limited details due to the ongoing investigation.
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Collierville Jolie Lofties remembered as educator with ‘zest for life’
The longtime Collierville teacher died Jan. 16 at her home in Olive Branch.
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ColliervillePrinciple Toyota faces opposition to relocation
Principle Toyota is considering relocating to west Collierville, but the suburb’s Planning Commission was not favorable to the move.
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GermantownGermantown, FBI continue to investigate cyberattack on city system
Whether or not the cyberattack on Germantown’s technology systems was ransomware is part of the criminal investigation.
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ColliervillePlanning commissioner appointed to Collierville Schools Board of Education
Charles Green, a former teacher who’s a member of the Collierville Planning Commission, will fill the Collierville Schools Board of Education vacancy until the Nov. 5 election.
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EducationCollierville schools superintendent eager to return
After serving eight years as superintendent of Cleveland (Tennessee) City Schools, Russell Dyer is coming back to Collierville to replace Gary Lilly, who retired from the position.
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GermantownGermantown is cracking down on short-term parking spaces
As short-term parking and curbside pickup options are more abundant post-pandemic, Germantown is asking businesses to be uniform.
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SportsBig Oak Park at bat to fill void in youth baseball
Big Oak Park in eastern Shelby County will help serve the youth baseball community in the Memphis area.
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Collierville Collierville grants time extensions to two developments
The Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen granted two extensions for residential subdivisions Monday evening. Both were given six months.
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SuburbsState senator explores carving new suburban judicial district out of Memphis
Sen. Brent Taylor is exploring concepts and asking questions about separating the Shelby County suburbs and Memphis into different judicial districts.
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GermantownLocal high school teacher seeking Rep. Mark White’s seat
A local Spanish teacher is running as a Democrat for District 83 in the Tennessee House. The seat is currently held by Rep. Mark White, who is expected to be the main sponsor of the school voucher bill.
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Collierville Thompson Machinery looks to relocate, expand in Collierville
The exclusive Caterpillar dealer for North Mississippi, West Tennessee and Middle Tennessee is considering a move from Whitehaven to eastern Shelby County.
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GermantownFunding critical part of Houston High makeover
Germantown Municipal School District’s Board of Education is ready to move forward with Houston High’s renovations. It said doing nothing, creates a bigger expense later.
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ColliervilleCollierville principal headed to Briarcrest’s high school
West Collierville Middle’s principal will replace Eric Sullivan, who announced in the fall he would step down this summer to pursue other interests.
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ColliervilleCollierville unveils new town logo
The new logo doesn’t replace the town seal, but it provides a modern, recognizable look while honoring the town’s history.
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ColliervilleCollierville mayor ‘open to running,’ but undecided on reelection
Collierville residents have several local races to consider when they vote this fall.
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Germantown Road closures to affect Germantown traffic
This weekend’s partial closure of Germantown Road and Germantown Parkway near the Bobby Lanier Bridge will prepare for a longer closure. In a separate project, work is set to begin on Dogwood Road.
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ColliervilleCollierville wants more info on Principle Toyota impact
Collierville leaders examined a rezoning that would move Principle Toyota to the suburb. They also refused a resident’s request for goats and sheep on his property in the southeast quadrant of town.
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GermantownGermantown eastern border to remain residential
Germantown rezoned two parcels Monday, that puts mostly residential zoning on its eastern border.
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ColliervilleCrosswind Elementary set for renovation, expansion
Collierville’s Board of Education will rezone elementary students ahead of the 2025-26 school year, and the expansion opens possibilities. The board also made several purchases related to the new central office.
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GermantownGermantown’s proposed sign ordinance concerns property managers
Germantown is looking to adopt ordinances related to temporary parking, but property managers worry guidelines look at retail without allowing them to meet customers' needs.
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Collierville Man killed during ‘physical altercation’ with Collierville police
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into what caused an officer to fire his weapon, killing 30-year-old Antwon Booker.
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Collierville Glenn Jacobs reflects on career at Collierville Chamber dinner
Glenn Jacobs, better known as Kane, was the featured speaker at the Collierville Chamber’s Excellence in Business Awards banquet.
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Collierville Collierville-based IMC expands in merger with California company
IMC continues to grow, receiving two new western locations and about 2,500 employees after acquiring a California-based drayage company.
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