Collierville shooting victims improve at Regional One
Six people shot at the Kroger on New Byhalia Road remain hospitalized, with one in serious condition and five in good condition, a Regional One Health official said Sunday.
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Six people shot at the Kroger on New Byhalia Road remain hospitalized, with one in serious condition and five in good condition, a Regional One Health official said Sunday.
Some of the reaction called for an immediate look at the causes of such violence as part of a national debate while others called for supporting those grieving from the loss of life, at least for now.
Olivia King was killed during a shooting incident that was reported around 1:30 p.m. Thursday. The suspect also was shot to death at the scene, a shooting which authorities say appeared self-inflicted.
Authorities have identified Uk Thang as the gunman at the Collierville Kroger. Thang also died in the shooting, of what is believed to be a self-inflicted wound.
Roofer Andre Barlow said he watched in horror as the gunman followed three people out of the Collierville Kroger and shot them one by one as they hid near a dumpster.
About 100 gathered in front of Collierville Town Hall Friday for a prayer vigil following the shooting at Kroger on New Byhalia Road.
Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a development contract and final plan for a proposal at Schilling Farms including apartments, amenities and retail.
The University of Memphis desires to maintain its presence in Collierville. However, that presence has changed from what it was when the university opened its suburban campus in 2015.
Collierville Virtual Academy and Germantown Online Academy of Learning are offering a unique opportunity for students to learn at home.
The temporary restraining order against Gov. Bill Lee requires children to mask in schools. Opting out is not allowed at this time.
The capacity in hospitals trickles down to suburban emergency services, putting pressure on ambulance to answer calls.
A class-action lawsuit filed today alleges disabled students can’t get a proper education without universal masking to slow the spread of COVID-19, and therefore that Lee’s order is unlawful.
Collierville did not approve a change in zoning for developers seeking to build a 103-unit independent living facility for seniors.
Gov. Bill Lee’s executive order allows students to opt out and attend classes without masks.
Collierville Schools Board Chairman Wright Cox asked residents Tuesday, Aug. 24, to remember their choices impact everyone.
David Townsend, who has been with Collierville Police Department for 26 years, became the first officer promoted to the rank of major in the department.
Collierville will not pursue a diversity equity and inclusion board, following months of requests from residents.
James Lewellen’s 26 years in Collierville will come to a close in a few months, but the impact he had on the suburb will surpass his time with the town. Related story:
Collierville town administrator announces retirement
James Lewellen, who has held the position since 1995, ‘is not replaceable,’ says Mayor Stan Joyner.
Germantown Baptist Church will reopen as a mass vaccination site in September.
Collierville Schools said more than 70 students have contracted COVID-19, causing 241 students to quarantine. About 11.16% of Collierville students opted out of masking.
While Shelby County’s population only grew by 1%, the suburbs reflected much higher percentages of population growth across the board.
Five of the Shelby County suburban districts saw some of the top achievements in results for TCAP, the state-mandated testing.
Protests from suburban parents continued Tuesday, although gatherings were smaller than those that occurred Monday.
Parents in Collierville are divided on the Shelby County Health Department’s mandate and the district’s decision to align its guidelines accordingly.