Elections
Early voting begins, Bartlett mayoral candidates make final appeal
The four candidates for Bartlett mayor made their final campaign stances this week at a forum.
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October 2022
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Arlington Arlington High plans $8.4M fine arts expansion
The expansion will include renovated classrooms, new art gallery areas and a refreshed auditorium among other upgrades.
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Bartlett‘Destruction’ of mature trees at Baptist Children’s Home site criticized
“Given the climate change situation, I find it difficult to believe the City of Bartlett would approve a development plan that would include such devastation,” said one Shelby County resident.
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Visual Arts Interactive Bartlett mural offers wings of hope
“It’s something I hope will bring some more opportunities for the church, for people to be interested to come here,” Bartlett artist Craig Thompson said.
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Lakeland New businesses popping up at Lakeland Town Square
An exercise center, a floral shop and a coffeehouse are opening their doors in Lakeland Town Square.
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Bartlett Bartlett’s ‘Greybeard’ defies odds with outdoorsman feats
Dale Sanders recently completed his latest adventure, canoeing the Mississippi River from its source in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, setting a world record along the way.
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Bartlett Bartlett celebrates outgoing CAO Brown with park dedication
Bartlett recognized long-time chief administrative officer Mark Brown by naming a popular park for him.
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Elections Bartlett mayoral candidates report campaign fund totals
The latest campaign disclosures show Alderman David Parsons has the most money in the four-candidate race for Bartlett mayor.
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Arlington Kustoff targets inflation, Biden and the future at Arlington luncheon
Rep. David Kustoff spoke in Arlington on Wednesday focusing on the Biden administration and hopes that the Republicans have a strong showing in the mid-term elections.
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Lakeland Tavern 64 set to open in Lakeland, owner plans Downtown expansion
After waiting some time for a space to open and COVID-19 to clear, Robb Hunter is ready to open his Tavern 64 next to his cigar store in Lakeland.
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Bartlett Zaxby’s, tobacco and beer store coming to Bartlett
Two new businesses are headed to Stage Road in Bartlett, including a Zaxby’s, the first of the franchise in the suburb.
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Bartlett Bartlett alderman candidates pitch their platforms to voters
On Monday, Oct. 3, nine Bartlett alderman candidates took advantage of the chance to tell voters why they should choose them in the three separate races on the Nov. 8 elections.
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ArlingtonSuburban home construction shows signs of improvement
Supply chain issues and rising interest rates are starting to impact residential construction in northeast Shelby County, but thus far, construction is keeping pace with previous years.
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Spirit of Memphis IRONMAN triathlon raises nearly $150K for St. Jude
The race involved a 1.2-mile swim through the 70-degree waters of Hyde Lake, followed by a 56-mile bike ride through Cordova and Fayette County and finishing with a 13.1-mile half marathon run.
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September 2022
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Bartlett Bartlett Festival promises fall fun this weekend
Fall means festivals around these parts, and Bartlett holds its annual event this weekend after being sidelined for a couple of years by the pandemic.
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Lakeland Lakeland officials talk ‘State of the City’ — and a new Chick-fil-A
Lakeland’s annual “State of the City” address included some unexpected news of a major fast-food restaurant headed to The Lake District.
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Education Dunn begins term on Arlington school board
Jonathan Dunn began his term on the Arlington Community Schools Board of Education as the body addressed third-grade retention based on TCAP scores.
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Arts & Culture BPACC touts diverse lineup for 24th season
As the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center embarks on a new season, the lineup features a variety of shows geared to an array of audiences.
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Arts & Culture Memphis Comic Expo returns, unites creators and fans
Comic book lovers and fantasy fans are descending on Agricenter International this weekend as the Memphis Comic Expo returns after an absence.
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Lakeland Lakeland economic development board unhappy with retail recruiter
Officials don’t believe they are getting adequate information (or success for that matter) from the firm hired last year.
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Arlington Arlington students get real-world experience with clinical internships
With a goal of providing Arlington students with a hands-on learning experience in various medical professions, the suburb’s school district has begun an internship with several healthcare providers.
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Bartlett Bartlett mayoral candidates discuss their visions for the suburb
Brent Hammonds, David Parsons and Kevin Quinn discussed their qualifications and what they see as the priorities for the suburb improving. The fourth candidate — John Lackey — did not participate.
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Bartlett Former librarian to seek Bartlett school board seat
Aislinn McEwen has concerns about books coming under scrutiny in school libraries and has included it as a major platform in her run for a seat on the Bartlett City Schools Board of Education.
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Music Arlington Jams shines light on district’s top musicians
With an interest in music dating to her early childhood days, Priya Vani hs expanded her talents and is featured on a new music series called Arlington Jams.
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Lakeland Lakeland commission approves car wash, adjustment to residential development
With some pertinent concerns smoothed, Glide Xpress Car Wash received an endorsement for a new location on U.S. 64 in Lakeland.
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