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.
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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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, 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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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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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.
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Mid South Eye Bank moves to Bartlett following merger
It’s been an eventful 2019 for the Mid-South Eye Bank for Sight Restoration (MSEB), which recently merged with Birmingham-based Advancing Sight Network and moved its office from the Medical District to Bartlett.
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Welcome to the family: Louie’s Deli & Meat Market opens next month in Arlington
Louie’s Deli & Meat Market is preparing to open in Arlington next month.
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Wissman wins third term in Arlington mayor’s race
Mike Wissman won re-election to a third term as Arlington's mayor Thursday, defeating Alderwoman Cheryl Pardue.
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S.Y. Wilson Disc Golf Course opens in Arlington
Arlington has opened the new 18-hole S.Y. Wilson Disc Golf Course at the Arlington Sports Complex on Memphis-Arlington Road.
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Lakeland lowers property tax rate as alternate funding for new school moves closer
Lakeland commissioners have lowered the city's property tax rate as alternate funding for a new high school moves closer to completion.
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Making musicians: School of Rock opens third area school at Wolfchase
School of Rock, a chain of music schools, has opened its third Memphis area location near Wolfchase.
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Portia Tate appointed to Bartlett school board vacancy
Portia Tate has been named to the board of Bartlett Community Schools, filling the remainder of former member Jeff Norris' term.
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Wissman seeks third term as Arlington mayor
Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman sees maintaining the town's top-rated school system, improving public safety and managing growth as the major challenges during his next term if he wins re-election in Sept. 19 balloting.
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Pardue challenging Wissman for Arlington mayor
With a vision for Arlington focused on financial stability, a safe community and great schools, Alderwoman Cheryl Pardue is challenging Mayor Mike Wissman for the town's top elected position in the Sept. 19 election.
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Major upgrades over the summer, more planned at area municipal schools
Municipal schools spent millions updating facilities for students this summer. Some took on extensive renovations while others added fresh paint and new play grounds.
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Active shooter training workshop offers plan for crisis
With the number of “active shooter” incidents growing across the country over the past 20 years, people are increasingly interested in preparedness.
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August 2019
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Fun under the stars: Free park events strengthen community bonds
Free outdoor community events like Arlington’s Music on the Square concert series, Lakeland’s LAMP events and Bartlett’s upcoming Movies in the Park are bringing residents together in growing numbers to enjoy area parks.
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U of M closing outdoor pool to make way for rec center improvements
The University of Memphis is closing its Olympic-size outdoor pool as part of additions and renovations. Friday was the last day of use for the pool.
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Plans unveiled for second Arlington fire station
With the Arlington Fire Department’s 70th anniversary this year, plans are taking shape for the fall start of construction on the town’s second fire station.
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Tweaks to Arlington’s 20-year development plan gain initial approval
Arlington aldermen Tuesday night approved unanimously on first reading a land use update to the town's 20-year development plan.
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Wait continues for Arlington’s West Tennessee Veterans Home
The $54.8 million project sits on a priority list awaiting federal funding after local and state governments and private donors raised the necessary matching funds.
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Grant provides hygiene, personal care products for lower-income students
A new initiative to get hygiene and personal care products to lower income students kicked off on Friday at Kate Bond Middle School.
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Kustoff, Leatherwood talk politics at area chamber events
Two of the area's elected representatives, one at the state level and one at the federal, addressed suburban constituents this week on topics ranging from business, to President Trump to former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada.
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Cannabidiol devotees fuel growth of 901 CBD Shop
Many believe CBD has medicinal qualities that make it useful for a wide variety of conditions. Its popularity has allowed Bartlett resident Tony Falasca to grow his 901 CBD Shop to two stores and possibly a third in Millington.
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Lakeland moves to lower property tax rate as school loan nears completion
Lakeland's Board of Commissioners Thursday night took the first step toward lowering the city’s property tax rate as a Department of Agriculture loan to fund a new high school nearing the final stages of processing.
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