Candidates address MICAH session on inequality
Hundreds of people and more than 30 city candidates on the Oct. 3 ballot attended a Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope meeting Sunday at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Westwood.
Abigail Warren
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Abigail Warren is a lifelong resident of Shelby County and a May 2018 graduate of the University of Memphis. She has worked for several local publications and has covered Germantown since May 2018.
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September 2019
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Candidates to address MICAH gathering Sunday
Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope will host its second public meeting on Sunday. Memphis candidates were invited to attend and MICAH task force leaders will provide updates on equity efforts.
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The Container Store set for Saturday opening in Germantown
The Container Store will open in Germantown Sept. 14. Like its neighbor Trader Joe's, the store is unique to the Memphis market.
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Hot air balloon festival coming to Collierville
A hot air balloon festival is planned for next June in Collierville, and organizers are hoping it will become a signature event for the town.
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Kevin Vaughan to resign from Collierville Board of Education
Kevin Vaughan, vice chairman of the Collierville School Board and a member of the state House, will resign from the school board at the end of the year. Vaughan said the decision is because he increased legislative responsibilities.
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Germantown closing road in Poplar Estates neighborhood temporarily for repair
Residents near Poplar Estates in Germantown who use Neshoba Road should be aware of a detour next week. Germantown Public Works is repairing a roadway failure.
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Collierville Planning Commission uneasy with Quinn Ridge project, fails to endorse it
The proposed Quinn Ridge development failed to gain approval from the Collierville Planning Commission Thursday night. Commissioners said the project did not fit the rural area.
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Germantown Festival celebrates rich tradition this weekend
The 48th annual Germantown Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday. The festival usually attracts 50,000 and 60,000 visitors.
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Collierville to revisit Porter's Quinn Ridge development
John Porter has submitted a revised plan for his 177-acre Quinn Ridge Development in Collierville's annexation reserve area. The plan is Porter's second attempt for approval for the project.
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Germantown reviewing public notice sign requirements
Germantown is reviewing a sign policy for future developments.
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St. George's head of school to resign
St. George's Independent School's head of schools will resign at the end of the academic year. Ross Peters has served in the position since 2015.
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Chick-fil-A hosts 17th annual Labor Day 5K to help kids win at life
Chick-fil-A's annual 5K brought nearly 2,000 racers downtown. The event served free chicken sandwiches and benefited Junior Achievement of Memphis.
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Major upgrades over the summer, more planned at area municipal schools
Municipal schools spent millions updating facilities for students this summer. Some took on extensive renovations while others added fresh paint and new play grounds.
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August 2019
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Daycare headed to Forest Hill Heights in Germantown
The Learning Experience has applied for a building permit in Germantown. The daycare will be in the Forest Hill Heights area.
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Raw Girls and City & State will begin joint venture in Germantown
Raw Girls and City & State are opening a joint pop-up shop in Saddle Creek this fall. For each shop, it is their first location outside Memphis city limits.
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Germantown HELPS founder honored by state
The state senate voted on a resolution to honor Kristina Garner Friday. Garner founded Germantown HELPS to help flood affected homeowners following the June 7 flood.
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Collierville names courtroom after late judge
Town of Collierville's courtroom has been named the William Craig Hall Courtroom. The town adopted a resolution Friday to rename the courtroom after the late judge.
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Germantown eases restrictions on public use of parks during school hours
Germantown previously wanted to restrict public use of Riverdale and Farmington parks during school hours. The Parks and Recreation Commission Thursday amended rules to limit use only during recess hours.
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Collierville to close Frank Road for pipe repair
A portion of Frank Road is closing next week for pipe repairs.
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Germantown school leaders concerned by land swap agreement
The five Germantown Board of Education members have concerns about a land swap. The city proposed giving the district Houston Levee Park in exchange for 15 acres at Germantown Municipal School District's new elementary school.
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Latoshia Daniels arraignment reset due to financial trouble
Latoshia Daniels appeared in court for arraignment Wednesday on a homicide charge, but the arraignment was postponed due to financial issues. Daniels is accused of killing Brodes Perry, a pastor at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church.
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Germantown Board of Education discusses land swap with city
Germantown's Board of Education discussed a proposed land exchange with the city Monday, and members want a meeting with aldermen to hammer out details.
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Collierville to stop accepting glass for recycling
Glass is being phased out of Collierville's recycling system over the next four months.
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Germantown Board of Education to review land swap Monday
Germantown Board of Education is reviewing the city's request for 15 acres of the new elementary school site for a water tower. In exchange, the school board would receive 5 acres, including a field for softball.
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