Wright 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.
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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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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ColliervilleThree hopeful for unexpired term on Collierville school board
Charles Green, Tom Bailey and Jeremy Smith are vying to complete Keri Blair’s unexpired Position 4 term on Collierville’s School Board.
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September 2024
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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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Collierville Two Collierville school board candidates on rezoning, waiving tuition
Wanda Gibbs is facing a challenge from Rachelle Maier on Collierville’s Board of Education.
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ElectionsCollierville High TV mayoral candidate forum canceled
The TV show is a victim of uncertainty about whether filming it on a public school campus posed a problem. There were questions regarding whether it constituted campaigning on school property.
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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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ColliervilleThree vie for open Collierville alderman seat
Three residents are vying for the open position on Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The seat is held by Alderman John Worley who is not seeking reelection.
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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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ColliervilleDutch Bros coffee might perk up in Collierville
Dutch Bros could become the second coffee shop in Schilling Farms. On Thursday, the coffee chain will present its preliminary site plan to the town’s Planning Commission.
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Collierville Collierville mayoral candidates discuss town’s growth, quality of life
Win or lose, Maureen Fraser and Billy Patton must resign from their alderman seat after the election due to the town’s resign-to-run rule.
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August 2024
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GermantownChancellor says party’s over on Forest Hill-Irene (for now)
An injunction was issued against a home in east Germantown known to host large parties.
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Public SafetySuburbs join forces to ask for juvenile center in West Tennessee
Shelby County suburbs are urging the state to invest in an appropriately sized juvenile-detention facility.
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