Suburbs
JROTC, strings among new programs this year at area municipal schools
Several suburban school districts are rolling out and expanding programs, partnerships and positions this fall.
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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September 2019
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Lakeland Lakeland officially secures funding for new high school
Lakeland leaders got word Thursday from the Department of Agriculture that the city's $60 million Community Facilities Loan for construction of a new high school has been approved.
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Arlington Bartlett, Arlington revising zoning ordinances for mixed use
More mixed-use development could be on the way to Memphis suburbs like Bartlett and Arlington as the municipalities work to change and clarify ordinances to spur mixed-use growth.
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Arlington Cedar Hall branching out with new catering company, special events
The Cedar Hall Bed & Breakfast and wedding venue hosts multiple special events every week of the year, and now owner Denise Suthoff is expanding her business with a new off-site catering company, Sweet Magnolia Catering.
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Bartlett Warm weather, sunny skies highlight 2019 Bartlett Festival
After a messy Bartlett Festival last year that was dubbed “Mudfest” by organizers, this year's event fared much better. An estimated 7,000 people attended at W.J. Freeman Park.
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October 2019
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Bartlett Annual Bartlett a la Carte supports teachers and kids
The 12th annual Bartlett a la Carte tasting event returned this year to raise money for area teachers and youths.
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Bartlett Youth Villages announces $14 million matching commitment
Youth Villages Thursday announces a $14 million matching commitment to state money to support the agency’s programs.
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Bartlett New Memphis City Employees Credit Union branch set for Bartlett
Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, the Memphis City Employees Credit Union is expanding its footprint in Bartlett with the construction of a new branch at 5747 Stage Road.
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Arlington New Arlington Tennis Center opens as recreational options grow
Fresh on the heels of the S.Y. Wilson Disc Golf Course opening a couple of weeks ago, the Arlington Tennis Center has opened nearby.
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Arlington Winstead Turf Farms expanding with new partnership
With high-end specialty grasses and stadium turf grown locally in Arlington, Hickory Withe and Gallaway, Tennessee, Winstead Turf Farms is forming new alliances, tackling major projects and entering new markets this year.
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Spirit of Memphis ServiceMaster gives back for We Care Day 2019
ServiceMaster employees locally and nationally fanned out across their communities Thursday to help various causes as part of the Memphis-based company's "We Care Day 2019."
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Bartlett Bartlett Women’s Expo showcases businesses led by women
An increasing number businesses led by women are forming and thriving in Bartlett and the Greater Memphis area, and the annual Bartlett Women’s Expo Friday showcased some of them.
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Lakeland Lakeland approves 18-month moratorium on standalone multifamily housing
Lakeland leaders Thursday night approved an 18-month moratorium on standalone multifamily housing developments as the city assesses the impact amid continuing growth.
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East Memphis Superhero creators, fans unite at Memphis Comic Expo
Some of the comic book industry's brightest stars are in Memphis this weekend to network, meet fans and potentially draw up some new business.
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Arlington Arlington karaoke event belts out benefits for youth workforce program
H Saga International/Port Alliance fundraiser sings praises of Agricenter International program.
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Bartlett Jeff Cox named next Bartlett police chief
Jeff Cox, assistant chief of the Bartlett Police Department, stepped up to the top position Tuesday night as he replaced retiring Chief Glen Williamson, effective Jan. 4.
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Lakeland Lakeland commission approves Starbucks design, delays vote on Lake District townhomes
Lake District's 109 townhomes would replace a portion of single-family detached homes, which would go from 241 homes to 177.
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Bartlett Bartlett among nation’s top cities for Marathon in a Month
With a goal of getting people to move and avoid the negative health impacts of a sedentary lifestyle, Bartlett is joining other municipalities nationwide in the Marathon in a Month initiative.
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Arlington Arlington entrepreneur premieres new film in Cordova
With a packed house in attendance, Arlington entrepreneur Tony Jackson debuted his first feature film, “The Story of Randolph,” recently at the Malco Cordova Cinema.
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Arlington Smoothie King expands into Arlington
Local entrepreneur Tareq Younis has expanded his Smoothie King franchise into Arlington after opening a store in Lakeland. He plans a third location next year in Memphis.
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November 2019
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Lakeland Lakeland considers adding cameras to stay ahead of crime
Lakeland is considering using video surveillance cameras at busy intersections to fight criminal activity.
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Bartlett Empowering through art: Borderless Arts Tennessee visits Bartlett High
A select group of Bartlett students got the chance to work with an artist from Borderless Arts Tennessee, a statewide arts agency for students with special needs.
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Lakeland Lakeland approves bond issues to move high school construction forward
The pieces continue to fall into place for construction of Lakeland’s new high school, with commissioners Monday night approving a $45 million bond issue to begin work.
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Bartlett Youth Villages maps future growth at annual conference
Youth Villages employees heard success stories and talked about growth at the nonprofit's “Create Impact 2019 Employee Conference” this week.
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Metro Lakeland approves new athletic fields
Lakeland could have new athletic fields for the middle school and the city’s growing number of youth leagues and teams by this time next year.
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