Hyneman’s vision for Lakeland Park mixed-use project unveiled
The developer worked a long time on a 100-acre project near Canada Road and Davies Plantation. Now, his father, John, is taking on the project in his son’s honor.
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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LakelandDeveloper says Lakeland Town Square phase 2 could start in spring
Vince Smith, developer of Lakeland Town Square, gave an update to the mixed-use project to the Chamber of Commerce at a luncheon meeting.
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Lakeland Grocery chain opts out of Lakeland spot for now
“This may resurface at some time in the future, but for now this project as previously outlined will not move forward.”
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ArlingtonArlington planners approve Huff Group Holdings expansion
Huff Group Holdings will expand its footprint in Arlington, while the town’s Planning Commission approved more phases of Myers Park development.
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Arlington Lakeland takes stand against consolidated government
Add Lakeland to the list of suburban municipalities not in favor of a consolidated Memphis-Shelby County government.
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Arlington Arlington DRC approves Veterans Home site plan
Arlington’s Design Review Committee has approved the site plan for the West Tennessee Veterans Home.
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Lakeland Suburban parents consider vaccine options for children
Some parents remain unsure about their children receiving the shot. But one family’s experience of living in Europe and seeing unvaccinated classmates contract chickenpox was a game-changer.
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Arlington New Arlington residential projects headed for development
Two residential subdivisions, both with connections to former alderman and land developer Glen Bascom, are moving toward construction in Arlington.
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Spirit of Memphis Art of charcuterie at heart of Lakeland’s Chicks N Cheese
Operated out of Kelly Daniele’s home, the Chicks N Cheese sells creative, colorful arrangements of tasty meats, cheese, fruit and veggies, along with candies, nuts, olives, pretzels, crackers and flowers.
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Lakeland Lakeland board rejects changes to New Canada Road plan
Citing the risk of losing TDOT funding if there are further delays, Lakeland officials are moving on with the New Canada Road project, and will decide on a connection to Laurel Hill Drive later.
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Lakeland Lakeland schools announces new position, leadership changes
District unanimously approves a new director of assessment, accountability, and data position.
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Spirit of Memphis Gold Star Mother’s and Families Day honors heroes
Gold Star Mother’s Day was created by a joint congressional resolution in 1936, and in 2011 the resolution was expanded by presidential proclamation to include families. A committee hopes to build a monument at Liberty Park.
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Lakeland Cunningham touts development, road construction in annual report on Lakeland
Lakeland Mayor Mike Cunningham updated some major projects in his State of the City address to the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.
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Arlington Arlington approves site plan for town’s second hotel
With construction already underway on the first hotel in Arlington, the town’s Planning Commission is reviewing plans for a second inn.
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Health Care Baptist breaks ground on new emergency department in Arlington
On Wednesday, September 15, Baptist hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the freestanding ER, the first of its kind in Shelby County. The hospital bought 80 acres at the site in 2003.
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Lakeland Lakeland BOC approves master plan for new athletic park
The Lakeland Board of Commissioners has adopted a plan for a proposed 100-acre park with numerous amenities from athletic fields to a disc golf course.
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Lakeland Lakeland schools chief named TN Superintendent of the Year
Lakeland School System (LSS) Superintendent Ted Horrell is the 2022 Tennessee Superintendent of the Year, the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents announced.
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Lakeland COVID, bus problems mark beginning of Lakeland school year
The opening of schools in Lakeland has brought about the COVID-19 headaches suffered by every district, but also a shortage of bus drivers.
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Education Mayo shares ACS success stories despite tough years battling COVID-19
With the challenges of a pandemic stretching into this school year, Arlington Community Schools continues to make strides forward, Superintendent Jeff Mayo said.
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Arlington Arlington amends planned development ordinance
In an effort to encourage more senior housing in Arlington, the town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen adjusted some of the language in its zoning regulations.
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Lakeland Lakeland BOC approves matters related to New Canada Road project
A long-awaited realignment of Canada Road in Lakeland is moving closer to reality.
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Real EstateMystery grocery chain scouting Lakeland location for new store
City Attorney Will Patterson says an anchor store is interested in a parcel on the north side of U.S. 64 at Berryhill Road.
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City of MemphisIda darkens New Orleans on path to Memphis
Hurricane Ida hit Louisiana Sunday with approximately 150 mph winds, making it a Category 4. Category 5 hurricanes start at 156 mph. Only four Category 5 hurricanes have made landfall in the U.S.
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Lakeland Lake District development gains 3 more tenants
The Lake District continues to announce new tenants as the massive mixed-use development off the main junction for Interstate 40 at Lakeland takes shape.
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Arlington Arlington kids boutique enjoys rapid growth
With a growing demand in children’s clothes, an Arlington couple has used the formula for a growing business off the town’s Depot Square.
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