Collierville appoints first Black department head
Valesa Wells will follow Mark Krock, who retires from Collierville March 1, becoming the first Black department head in the town’s administration.
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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February 2022
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Suburbs Germantown to change tree mitigation policy
Germantown is making some adjustments to its tree policy and designating the mitigation review to the Planning Commission.
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Suburbs Collierville High receives two certifications for career pathways
The career training programs were recognized for the way they prepare students for the workforce.
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Suburbs State Rep. Kevin Vaughan to seek reelection in District 95
Rep. Kevin Vaughan will seek another term for the District 95 seat he’s held the last five years.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Valentine’s concerts, Broadway’s Tootsie and virtual Stax films
This week, see Memphis jookin’ legend Lil Buck and the Broadway adaptation of “Tootsie” at the Orpheum, learn the history of Memphis street names, and treat yourself (and maybe your special someone) to Valentine’s week concerts.
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Elections Brian Kelsey could face challenger in August primary
The indicted state senator is seeking reelection but is expected to face opposition as he tries to retain his seat for District 31.
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Arlington Increasing home sales add to suburbs’ growth
Most suburbs saw more homes sell than the year prior. The seller’s market and low inventory continue to drive prices upward.
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Suburbs Germantown, Bartlett issue emergency declarations over ice, power outages
Germantown and Bartlett issued emergency declarations Friday. Other suburban mayors are not issuing declarations at this time.
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Metro Area schools cancel classes Friday
Classes will be canceled Friday at area schools due to the threats associated with the winter weather. Christian Brothers University and the U of M will also be closed.
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Criminal Justice Germantown plans new 911 call center
Shelby County is providing funds for a new emergency call center building for the suburb.
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Suburbs Ice closes schools Thursday
Some schools in Shelby County have decided to close Thursday due to the threat of ice and winter weather.
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Metro Collierville raccoon receiving state honors
A Collierville critter is getting time in the state spotlight this week due to his ability to predict spring.
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Germantown Germantown Planning Commission OKs Glasgow conservation plan
The commission reviewed a plan for 28 acres of Glasgow. The conservation area is on the northern portion of the former Germantown Country Club.
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January 2022
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High School Sports Former coach discusses his resignation from Collierville High
Cedric Henderson, former coach of Collierville Schools, responded to allegations feeling some families were out to slander him for their own benefit.
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High School Sports Second Collierville coach resigns, following inquiry
Former U of M basketball star Cedric Henderson is the second head coach to depart the Dragons’ boys varsity team. Scott Robinson resigned earlier, after an investigation.
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Suburbs Collierville alderman won’t seek reelection
Alderman Billy Patton has decided to step aside after 12 years serving on the Collierville board. That will mean an open seat for the Nov. 8 municipal elections.
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Suburbs University of Memphis closing satellite campus
The University of Memphis is significantly reducing its operations in Collierville.
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Collierville Whataburger not opening in Collierville
The application for a Whataburger restaurant in Collierville was withdrawn on Jan. 14, according to Donquetta Singleton, Collierville project planner.
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Elections Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson to seek reelection in Germantown
Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson will seek a third term in Germantown.
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Suburbs Guthrie’s plans Collierville location
Guthrie’s is officially headed to Collierville. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen gave the final needed approval Monday night.
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Germantown Germantown passes Glasgow development amendment
The Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted unanimously to grant developer Spence Ray’s request for revisions to his proposal for Glasgow, the planned development on the former Germantown Country Club site.
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Collierville Collierville board uneasy with location of proposed garage
“I’m not convinced the site is the right place, so the price doesn’t really matter,” Alderwoman Missy Marshall said.
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Business Furniture store brings new life to shuttered Macy’s
A family-owned furniture business will take over the 135,000-square-foot space at Carriage Crossing formerly occupied by Macy’s.
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Suburbs Collierville promotes Shawn Taggart to boys basketball coach
Collierville High School named Shawn Taggart as its interim boys basketball coach following the resignation of Cedric Henderson.
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Germantown Germantown Municipal School District drops mask requirement
The board instituted a mask mandate on Dec. 31 due to the rise in COVID-19 cases following the holidays and unknowns related to the Omicron variant.
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