OrthoSouth expands in Arlington with new clinic
Arlington’s medical services grow as OrthoSouth opens its ninth clinic in the same medical complex as Baptist’s new emergency department that opened in January at 5150 Airline Road.
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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Bartlett El Idolo owner plans new restaurant in Bartlett
The Lopez Grill project is part of what officials hope will be a revitalization of the historic downtown Bartlett Station area.
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Metro ‘I just came out to help:’ Covington recovers after devastating tornado
Friends and neighbors in Covington gathered to pick up the pieces after a tornado tore through the area, decimating the town.
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Bartlett An eggcellent time: Bartlett hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt
Shan Criswell, director of the Bartlett Parks and Rec Department estimates the city has held the egg hunt for more than 30 years.
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March 2023
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FoodKukuruku Crispy Chicken brings Filipino flavor to Lakeland
With a variety of chicken choices in restaurants across the county, a Filipino variety is coming to Lakeland.
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Lakeland Lake District developer files bankruptcy
The developer of The Lake District filed reorganization bankruptcy on Friday, avoiding a foreclosure auction on the Lakeland development.
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Bartlett Bartlett to spend more than $1.6 M on school upgrades this summer
Bartlett City Schools will tackle removing asbestos from Ellendale Elementary, improving a drainage at Bartlett Elementary and projects at Bon Lin Elementary, Bon Lin Middle and Rivercrest Elementary.
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Bartlett Bartlett business expo sells out for its 25-year anniversary
The Bartlett Business Expo celebrated its 25th year promoting area businesses and services in the suburban area.
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ArlingtonArlington county line dispute soon to be somewhat resolved
After a year of discussion and debate, the question of the line between Fayette and Shelby counties could soon be resolved, at least partially.
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Arlington Scooter’s Coffee drive-thrus planned for Memphis area
A Midwestern coffee chain is looking at a new location in Arlington. The town’s Planning Commission considered the application at its meeting earlier this week.
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Lakeland Lakeland leaders rally around Lake District despite foreclosure news
With financial questions arising again for The Lake District, Lakeland officials express hope the developer of the mixed-use project can again save the plan.
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Arlington Arlington High TV named top in the state
The school recently took home 19 awards from the 2023 Tennessee High School Press Association Awards, including Overall Best TV Station for its AHS TigerLife channel on YouTube.
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Food The Kitchen Table brings ‘elevated Southern cuisine’ to Arlington
The Kitchen Table, a new restaurant in Arlington, is preparing to open this weekend filling the former Vinegar Jim’s spot near the town square.
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Lakeland Lakeland approves first reading to bump up sewer rates
Currently, Lakeland has a declining sewer rate scale that does not reflect the cost of service and has no minimum bill and no cost-of-living adjustment.
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ArlingtonArlington planners approve up to $700M development plan
A new $500 million to $700 million mixed-use project proposed for a large parcel fronting Interstate 40 is in the early planning stages for Arlington.
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Arlington Despite concerns, Arlington approves Hawthorne development plans
Not everyone was in favor of a development at Arlington’s exit of Interstate 40, but enough aldermen approved the initial plans for it to move forward.
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Lakeland Lakeland leaders eye measures to address crime
With growing concerns about crime in the Memphis metro area, Lakeland officials want a tougher stance on offenders.
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Lakeland Make-A-Wish, Brother International team up to grant young girl’s Disney dream
A young cancer patient and her family will venture to the happiest place on earth because of the efforts of Brother International and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
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Lakeland Lakeland hosts community workshop for development plan
“Recent events and activity at City Hall have shown that Lakeland residents really care about how economic growth occurs in the city,” City Manager Michael Walker said.
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BartlettRegistry, commercial taxes possible for rental investors
Concerns about rental properties in the Bartlett area have drawn the attention of officials in the suburb, in the county and at the state legislature.
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February 2023
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Lakeland County Commission approves tax incentive for Lakeland Gateway
The County Commission approved a new TIF for the area of Lakeland north of Interstate 40 and Canada Road, a benefit that should enhance the area.
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Lakeland Lakeland seeks third TIF district
Lakeland officials have endorsed a third TIF to enhance the northern gateway into the suburb from the Interstate 40-Canada Road junction.
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Ford Megasite Officials discuss BlueOval City infrastructure growth for West Tennessee
Several mayors from West Tennessee had a discussion on Tuesday to get an idea for what is anticipated and the challenges they will face when BlueOval City moves into the region.
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Lakeland Lakeland rejects new Dollar General, more multifamily at The Lake District
Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission says no to a Dollar General and some changes to The Lake District development.
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Spirit of Memphis Soup’s On! Youth Villages fundraiser benefits mentoring program
“Our kids having a mentor makes their stay with us even better. They have someone who is looking out for them, advocating for them, loving them, caring for them, and it really means a lot for their mental health.”
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