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Topic: Germantown
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November 2021
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Redistricting numbers: Creating Cordova’s district and splitting Germantown
A precinct-by-precinct look at the recent redrawing of County Commission district lines, how the Cordova district was created and what the data says about the county’s politics — past and present.
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First-round playoff preview: Whitehaven and Ravenwood renew postseason rivalry
The high school football postseason begins for TSSAA schools on Friday.
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Germantown purchases land for possible sports complex
Germantown leaders are purchasing 46 acres for about $2.5 million. The site may be used for a soccer complex.
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Germantown aldermen to vote on park purchase for potential sports complex
Germantown aldermen heard a final case for purchasing park land on the south side of the suburb. They will review the agreement Monday.
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October 2021
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Germantown exploring pay raise for aldermen
Germantown aldermen are considering a pay raise for themselves and the mayor. The city has also established its 25th commission.
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Germantown approves homes, rejects water tower bid
Germantown approved 50 homes near Forest Hill Elementary School. The proposed water tower in the area has hit a snag related to price.
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Germantown city administrator to retire
Patrick Lawton has announced he will retire after 32 years of overseeing the suburb’s day-to-day operations.
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Opinion: Can we just leave Halloween on Halloween?
‘Every so often, we have to deal with the question of what night to celebrate Halloween so it doesn’t conflict with religious celebrations. This is such a year.’
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Germantown to consider stormwater commission, board pay raise
The stormwater commission idea was brought forward by Alderman Jon McCreery earlier this year and endorsed by other board members. They’ll also discuss a pay hike for aldermen.
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Billingsley will not seek county mayor’s office next year
County Commissioner Mark Billingsley has decided not to run for county mayor next year — another piece in a political puzzle still taking shape less than a year from May county primary elections.
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Boyle adjusting Viridian development to Germantown planning preferences
Viridian could set the tone for development in Forest Hill Heights. The Planning Commission is asking Boyle Investment Co. to reconsider how its development would look from Winchester Road before making a formal recommendation.
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GoGrisanti takeout shop coming to Germantown
Frank and Larkin Grisanti are expanding to Germantown; they’ll open the takeout-only GoGrisanti at Farmington and Exeter in January.
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Germantown Plaza secures new tenants
The Germantown Plaza shopping center will soon get new occupants to replace the former Bed Bath & Beyond and Shelby County Clerk’s office locations.
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Germantown postpones park purchase, explores expanded vision
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo extended a timeline for the city to purchase parkland in the southern portion of the suburb.
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Germantown acquires water mains, fire hydrants
Germantown will begin the process of transferring customers to its water system. Small pockets of the city are still served by MLGW.
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Germantown looks to provide water to residents on southern edge of suburb
Germantown is beginning the process of providing its water services to residents in the southernmost portion of the city.
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Germantown Planning Commission OKs final plan for medical facility
The Germantown Planning Commission endorsed a final site plan for Conrad Pearson. The medical company wants to stay in the suburb but is ready to grow.
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More MATA service changes coming this fall
More than 20 routes will be impacted by MATA’s new slate of changes.
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Collierville, Germantown ‘charged’ about Ford site
Economic leaders in east Shelby County expect to see the impacts of Ford in their communities.
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September 2021
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Germantown approves retention PILOT for medical facility
Conrad Pearson will build a new facility less than a mile from its current location.
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Collierville and Germantown formally oppose consolidation
As Shelby County and Memphis explore consolidation, suburbs are formally opposing it with resolutions.
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Germantown to review retention PILOT for new medical office
Germantown will review a PILOT for new medical offices Monday evening. Aldermen will also review a resolution formalizing their stance on consolidation.
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Iconic Germantown station abandons gas, focuses on car maintenance
Germantown Auto Service removed its gasoline pumps and poured fresh concrete this week. The business is focused on repairing cars, the primary reason people visited the site the last 20 years.
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Germantown schools see fewer COVID-19 cases following judge’s order
Since the temporary restraining order was issued, Germantown has seen a slower rate of cases. Other suburban districts noticed a slight decrease or no change since Labor Day.
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