Arlington aldermen say they need more bodies before more spirits
Arlington officials increased the population threshold for opening a second liquor store in the town by amending the town code.
Michael Waddell
Freelance Reporter
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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March 2021
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Business Frost Bake Shop coming to The Lake District
Locally owned Frost Bake Shop will open its third location in The Lake District, the latest business to claim a spot in the mixed-use development.
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Suburbs Lakeland planners approve gas station, study regulation changes
The Commission endorses a gas station/fast-food restaurant for Lakeland Commons, but it has questions about the design facing U.S. 70.
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February 2021
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Business Prime Holly Springs steakhouse expanding to Lakeland
The second location of Marshall Steakhouse will hold 340 customers and occupy 7,800 square feet on two levels with a brewery onsite.
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High School Sports Lakeland Prep debuts baseball and softball programs building to the future
Building towards the future, Lakeland Prep begins baseball and softball seasons in hopes the teams will stay together through high school as the district adds grades.
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Education ACS plans for Friday vaccinations, joins chorus against state education changes
Despite Tuesday’s news the Shelby County Health Department will no longer distribute COVID-19 vaccines, Arlington Community Schools doesn’t anticipate any problems for area school employees scheduled to receive their shots on Friday at the suburb’s high school.
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BusinessBite Ninjas nip at old idea of drive-thru ordering
A new concept by a local partnership is helping restaurants take orders with employees who are not even at the business.
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Suburbs Lakeland BOC approves playground install, steps to development changes
Suburb is considering tightening some of its land use regulations regarding gas stations and other development issues.
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Business Hargett highlights elections and small business issues during a pandemic
In a luncheon speech to the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, the secretary of state highlights a smooth Tennessee election and the problems facing businesses during the pandemic.
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Education Lakeland school board concerned over new state regulations
Like other municipal districts, Lakeland is concerned about some of the state regulations regarding testing and advancement from third grade.
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Business Baptist eyes summer construction start for new Arlington ER
The freestanding location will feature eight patient rooms; CT scan, X-ray and ultrasound imaging technology; physician offices and a helipad.
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Suburbs Arlington ponders liquor store limitations based on population
With Arlington approaching the population that would allow a second liquor store, officials consider increasing the number of residents before the second store can open.
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January 2021
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Business Lakeland economic development board discusses projects, suburb’s future
Lakeland advisory board considers future development, the need for a comprehensive land use plan and how to update some of its out-of-date businesses.
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Education Lakeland Schools named one of five Exemplary ACCESS districts in state
The district was one of 20 awarded the State Personnel Development Grant in 2018 through a competitive grant process.
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Suburbs Club Windward in Lakeland sold to Frida’s co-owners
Club Windward, a landmark at the Canada Road exit of Interstate 40 in Lakeland has new owners and potentially a new direction once the impact of COVID-19 wanes.
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Suburbs Lakeland commission recommends approval of Heathfield project
Lakeland commission recommends approval of Heathfield at Scotts Creek, but wants more detail before considering convenience store at Lakeland Commons.
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Suburbs Evergreen project finally set for spring start in Lakeland
After a long delay, the Evergreen development is finally on the verge of construction with almost 140 lots at Old Brownsville and Evergreen.
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Business Almost ready to-go: Arlington commission approves changes to proposed Starbucks
Starbucks wanted to amend the site plan because mobile ordering has changed the way its industry operates.
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Education Arlington High unveils workforce development STEM Hub
New labs associated with a variety of STEM programs have become part of the Arlington High curriculum, expanding studies for non-traditional, but desired, skills.
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Suburbs St. Jude Dream Home, crime surge at forefront of Lakeland BOC meeting
The St. Jude Dream Home — a major fundraiser for the hospital — will be built again in Lakeland this year.
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Metro A tower of a different color concerns Lakeland commissioners
The new paint scheme on a water tower in Lakeland isn’t exactly in keeping with the color the suburb has chosen in its branding.
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Education Student mental and emotional health at heart of ACS program
Arlington Community Schools has launched a new program called Closegap to assist students who are dealing with emotional and mental health problems.
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Education Municipal school superintendents look to continue momentum from last semester
After a semester of dealing with students during a pandemic, Arlington and Lakeland school officials hope they have enough experience to simplify things in the spring semester.
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Business Entrepreneur expands Olive House concept for The Lake District
As new outparcels become available in The Lake District, Adams Jacobs is bringing a new concept of restaurant and grocery store featuring international foods.
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Education Lakeland High School construction on track for fall 2022 opening
After years of waiting and debating, construction of Lakeland’s high school is underway an on schedule to open for the 2022-23 school year.
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