Millington
Millington restricts solar farms
With solar farms sprouting up nearby and a moratorium against them already in place for more than two years, Millington is putting specific conditions on future projects.
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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February 2026
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ArlingtonBig projects are on the horizon for Arlington, mayor says
In his fourth term as the suburb’s mayor, Mike Wissman focused on Arlington’s recent growth and what’s coming that will shape the town’s future.
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BartlettBartlett approves purchase, new management for Quail Ridge Golf Course
The driving range and renovated clubhouse could welcome guests by April 1.
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LakelandLakeland board displeased with state’s lack of special education pre-K funding
“Special education preschool students throughout Tennessee do not get much funding. It’s almost a totally unfunded mandate,” Lakeland School System board member and legislative liaison Michelle Childs said.
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Millington New Target closer to coming to Millington
Construction appears imminent as developers pull the building permits for a new Target store in Millington, part of what city officials hope is the start of bustling retail growth.
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Lakeland‘The whole state is looking’ at Lakeland’s YMCA project
Lakeland broke ground on its new YMCA, a desire for the community for almost 10 years. The location improves the look of the entry into the suburb since it replaces the Econo Lodge eyesore.
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North MississippiIce storm batters Mallard Pointe Golf Course, but Quail Ridge reopening still on track for Labor Day
The owner of the company planning to renovate and operate Quail Ridge Golf Course in Bartlett is dealing with problems at another of his courses — Mallard Pointe in Sardis — damaged by the ice storm.
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LakelandLakeland ‘renames’ its middle school for next school year
The Lakeland School System resurrected an old name for its new middle school.
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ArlingtonArlington passes first readings of beer and liquor ordinances
The ordinance changes include allowing one more liquor store in the town.
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BartlettCould Bartlett get rid of its property tax?
Bartlett Alderman David Reaves wants the suburb to look into eliminating property taxes, but others wonder how the suburb would make up the lost revenue.
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January 2026
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Winter weather
SuburbsSuburbs pretreated roads, but still need help from Mother Nature
Several suburban officials noted they pretreated major roads with a salt and sand mixture. While they continue to treat them, that mixture only works when temperatures are approximately 20 degrees.
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BartlettIntrepid fun-seekers enjoy thrills of ‘Mount Bartlett’
After years of discouraging people from sliding down the slope near Bartlett Boulevard Soccer Park, the city is now encouraging those willing to give the slick hill a chance.
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Winter Weather
Arlington‘Much more difficult today than yesterday,’ and cold temps not expected to let up this week
Conditions across the area have led to treacherous road conditions and temperatures in the teens as the winter storm prepares to move out of Shelby County.
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BartlettQuail Ridge Golf Course’s sale to Bartlett nearly complete
The long-awaited sale of the Quail Ridge Golf Course to the City of Bartlett comes under final consideration Thursday after snow delayed the regular meeting Tuesday.
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ArlingtonRenovated Arlington Town Hall a welcome sight for staff, officials
In need of more space to provide services in a growing town, Arlington has renovated and expanded the existing Town Hall on Airline Road.
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SuburbsNortheast Shelby County suburbs ready for winter storm
Arlington and Bartlett officials are preparing for the anticipated winter storm this weekend, running through the checklist of emergency necessities.
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LakelandLakeland might have found a new city manager — and it’s an internal candidate
The Lakeland Board of Commissioners terminated the contract of former City Manager Michael Walker on Nov. 3, citing an “erosion of trust” involving several personnel decisions.
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LakelandLakeland Prep high school has new principal
The middle and high schools are splitting at Lakeland Preparatory next year.
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Lakeland Lakeland earmarks land for new veterans center
Lakeland commissioners have approved the city negotiating with a veterans group to locate a new center south of the Interstate 40 and Canada Road interchange.
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LakelandLakeland Prep readies for first robotics competition
Students at Lakeland Prep are preparing for a weekend robotics competition where an outstanding performance could earn them a spot in the state championship next month.
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LakelandAfter a steep drop in 2025, new home starts picking up in Lakeland
Lakeland sees evidence that new home developments could increase in the suburb during 2026.
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BartlettBartlett resident bringing Play It Again Sports to the suburb
After searching in several locations around Shelby County, a Bartlett resident has decided to open his Play It Again Sports location in his hometown.
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Millington$60M renovation will get Memphis raceway firing on all cylinders again
“Buckle up and start your engines, Millington, because it’s go time.”
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MillingtonRundown raceway receiving robust refresh
After years of inactivity, the former Memphis International Raceway is about to get a facelift and a new lease on life.
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ArlingtonArlington approves new pocket neighborhood south of I-40
The homes are expected to appeal to empty nesters.
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