Arlington eyes various zoning changes
The Arlington Planning Commission endorses restrictions on several businesses, such as the location of gas stations and convenience stores, sending the recommendations to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
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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Arlington Loft projects planned for Arlington
With an increased demand for residential space in Arlington, loft apartments with mixed use space are becoming an alluring alternative.
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Elections Runners-up in Bartlett mayoral election have few regrets
“I thought the support at the polls was overwhelming. We have nothing to hang our heads about,” Bartlett police officer Brent Hammonds said.
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Lakeland Dial, McCarter excited for next four years as Lakeland commissioners
Two recently elected Lakeland commissioners come into new terms with hopes for the suburb’s future and plans for its success.
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Lakeland Lakeland to explore new forms of government
In one of his last moves, Lakeland Mayor Mike Cunningham started the process to push the suburb to consider district representation rather than at-large elections to reflect its diverse population.
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Lakeland Kings of the suburb: Four lion landmark statues debut in Lakeland
With a nod to the school system’s mascot, Lakeland unveiled a quartet of lion statues that will be placed in key spots around the suburb.
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Arlington Arlington schools prepare students for BlueOval City jobs
With the anticipated arrival of Ford’s BlueOval City to West Tennessee, the Arlington school district is working on a curriculum to better prepare students for those type jobs.
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Bartlett
ElectionsBartlett has new mayor and three new aldermen
David Parsons wins Bartlett mayoral election to replace long-time Mayor A. Keith McDonald, who is retiring.
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Lakeland
ElectionsLakeland elects Josh Roman as new mayor without opposition
Roman, who previously served as Lakeland vice mayor, was elected to the city’s top position Tuesday, Nov. 8, as six candidates are unopposed in the election
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LakelandLakeland opts out of contract with retail recruiter
Believing they were not getting the services for which they were paying, officials in Lakeland have decided to scrap a contract with a retail recruiter.
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Lakeland Lakeland’s vision for The Lake District becoming reality
The Lake District continues to welcome new businesses to the mixed-use development near Interstate 40 and Canada Road, but two big-name restaurants, Marshall Steakhouse and Mike Miller’s Let It Fly, could be in jeopardy.
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Suburbs Arlington Veterans Day event salutes those who served
Olin Pickens, a 100-year-old World War II veteran and former POW was the main speaker. He called being released in April 1945, “One of the happiest days in my life. I got my freedom back.”
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LakelandLakeland to consider changing its charter and form of government
After working under a Board of Commissioners and Mayor form of government since Lakeland was founded, departing Mayor Mike Cunningham wants to see if a change to district representation is a better approach.
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Bartlett Not all fund and games: Bartlett students face the challenges of budgeting
On Wednesday, some Bartlett High School students learned the complexities of financial planning as they balanced jobs, housing, child care and daily necessities at the Financial Reality Fair.
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Financial Services Renovations underway at Bank of Bartlett headquarters
Bank of Bartlett has started a $2 million renovation at its main offices on Stage Road, an example of the bank’s commitment to the area.
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ElectionsEarly 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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