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New Ramble owners envision ‘getaway’ in middle of Bartlett
Bartlett’s highly anticipated The Ramble on Summer restaurant and outdoor entertainment venue is expected to open mid- to late next year.
Michael Waddell
Michael Waddell is a native Memphian with more than 20 years of professional writing and editorial experience, working most recently with The Daily News and High Ground News.
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Real Estate Lakeland’s Arcadia project was first approved in 2007. Now it’s back.
Construction could soon start on a Lakeland residential project first approved nearly two decades ago.
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SuburbsWaddell: New MLGW voting reps give stronger voice to the suburbs
“This week the suburbs accomplished something 10 years in the making — getting two official votes on the Memphis Light, Gas & Water board.”
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Bartlett Bartlett appoints voting member to MLGW board
On Tuesday, Bartlett also approved a new assistant director of finance.
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Arts & Culture Pure fantasy: Anime Blues Con combines costumes and community
Costumed attendees, also known as cosplayers, pour into the Renasant Convention Center for the annual event that blends fun and friendship.
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NeighborhoodsMerrymobiles once made magic on Memphis streets
Round, colorful Merrymobiles used to delight Mid-Southerners with frozen treats, and there’s still one you can see.
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BartlettJob ready: Some Youth Villages students get hands-on with a forklift
A group of residents at Youth Villages received training and certification in forklift operations — preparation for a potential career.
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BartlettRamble moves forward while Ragin’ Cajun may be closed for good
Construction on The Ramble on Summer in Bartlett could begin by the fall. But the future is more uncertain for Ragin’ Cajun Seafood and Po Boys, a restaurant opened by one of the people once involved in The Ramble.
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SuburbsFireworks business booming leading up to Fourth of July
There are only a couple of fireworks stands within Shelby County, but they are anticipating a booming business up until Fourth of July on Saturday.
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June 2026
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Music Latest ‘American Idol’ winner coming to Bartlett
Hannah Harper, a Missouri native, won season 24 of “American Idol” earlier this year, in part due to her original song, “String Cheese.”
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MillingtonPlans for Darana-Memphis Motorsports Park stalled until next year
The International Hot Rod Association’s 2026 schedule had included stock car races and regional team finals, the 2026 IHRA World Finals and a Nitro event.
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LakelandLakeland keeps tax rate steady, raises mayor and commissioner salaries
Lakeland elected officials will see a pay bump for the first time since 2003.
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Lakeland Lakeland eyes new fire station to improve emergency response
Developers are donating the land and paying for architectural and engineering plans for the fire station.
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Bartlett‘Just a friend helping a friend’: Ragin’ Cajun reopens in Bartlett after closure
Monique Williams, owner of Biscuits & Jams, has stepped in as executive chef at a Cajun-style restaurant in Bartlett.
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Arlington‘Cherry on top’: Arlington High opens $10M football facility
Arlington High’s new $10 million football facility should complete additions and expansions on the campus for the immediate future.
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SuburbsNew Tennessee law changes how sales tax revenue is handed out — and it’s affecting Memphis suburbs
A new state law is using population estimates instead of census data. It benefits growing communities, but those that see a decrease in population have concerns.
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MillingtonAviation technology school’s plans soar near Millington airport
Tennessee College of Applied Technology i is building a new campus near the Millington-Memphis Airport - a $41 million investment -- that will help with training and maintenance.
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Arlington Arlington commission approves site plans for new sports complex, 7 Brew Coffee
Construction could start on the Big League Multi-Sports Complex by the end of the year.
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BartlettIt’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s drone delivery drop-off descending into Memphis-area market soon
Walmart is considering introducing drone delivery from one of its Memphis-area locations.
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BartlettFree live music series returns to Bartlett
The tribute band Almost Elton John & The Rocketmen open Bartlett’s annual series Music By The Lake at Bartlett Performing Arts & Conference Center, featuring songs from the piano entertainer.
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BartlettBartlett passes mayor’s pay increase, property tax rate and budget
Bartlett’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the suburb’s annual budget this week, maintaining the $1.66 property tax rate.
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Lakeland‘I think he does a wonderful job’: Lakeland superintendent earns top marks in evaluation
The Lakeland school board conducted its annual review of Superintendent Ted Horrell’s performance, giving him high marks across numerous categories.
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MillingtonWhere we droppin’ boys? Navy levels up recruitment efforts with East Memphis esports facility
In forming its esports, or video game competition, team, the Navy held tryouts to find the best players in a variety of games — like “Marvel Rivals”, “Call of Duty”, “Valorant”, “Counter-Strike”, “Rocket League”, “League of Legends” and “Fortnite” — and then gave them a space to hone their skills for competition.
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BartlettBartlett planners give thumbs up to mixed-use projects on U.S. 70
Ramble on Summer and the latest phase of Union Depot have received recommendations from the Bartlett Planning Commission.
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ArlingtonArlington passes ‘very tight budget’ and dodges raising property tax rate
Arlington’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen has approved its annual budget, and cuts enabled the town to maintain its $1.13 property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year.
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