Bartlett honors outgoing Alderman Bobby Simmons
Simmons, a former Shelby County Sheriff’s Office deputy for 35 years, ran unopposed in 2020 to win his fifth term as alderman.
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July 2023
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800K outages in 18 months: MLGW years behind on upkeep and upgrades
“In some cases, we’re seven, eight, nine years behind. We have got to get back on schedule, and we will. The City Council has already approved this. My board has already approved this,” MLGW’s CEO said.
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New car wash planned next to existing car wash
The Bartlett Municipal Planning Commission recommended a special use permit for a new Glide Xpress Car Wash at 5905 Stage Road.
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The plot thickets: Officials oppose Bartlett tree-trimming allegation
Former Bartlett Mayor A. Keith McDonald and MLGW head Doug McGowen dispel an allegation that McDonald’s 2014 stance on tree-trimming practices contributed to recent storm damage in the suburb.
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Bluff City Pickleball coming to former Malco theater in Bartlett
Bartlett will soon become the next suburb with a pickleball facility as a private entity is converting the former Malco movie theater on Bartlett Boulevard.
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Bartlett summer internships offer real-world experience
Four Bartlett High students are learning about some of the suburb’s inner workings during summer internships with the city.
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Power problems continue to plague some in the Memphis suburbs
Some suburban residents are still dealing with power issues related to the devastating June 25 storm this holiday weekend, including some who already endured a week without electricity.
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Hardest hit suburbs struggle with storm damage
The hard-hit suburbs of Northeast Shelby County are still dealing with power outages, downed trees and congested intersections as a result of last weekend’s storm.
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June 2023
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Bartlett alderman to resign after nearly two decades in office
Bartlett Aldermen Bobby Simmons will end his career in public service at the end of next month when he steps down from is position due to health concerns.
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Los Jimadores brings fresh take to Bartlett
Siblings who grew up in the restaurant industry open Los Jimadores along the Stage Road corridor in Bartlett.
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Zaxby’s nails down Bartlett location; Union Depot contracts approved
After pushback from the community on its originally proposed spot in Bartlett, Zaxby’s gets the green light for a site on Stage Road.
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May 2023
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National chain buys Andy B’s bowling center in Bartlett
Andy B’s, a Bartlett bowling and entertainment business, was sold on Monday to Bowlero, a national chain of similar bowling operations.
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Brighter lights, safer streets: Suburbs plan LED streetlight conversion projects
Bartlett and Lakeland are joining other nearby jurisdictions in considering a shift to LED streetlights for better safety.
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April 2023
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Bartlett mayor says Union Depot and BlueOval bringing more, diverse housing
Bartlett Mayor David Parsons says Bartlett’s housing stock is about to start showing some diversity. The recently elected mayor talked about a changing housing market and Bartlett’s first mixed-use development on “Behind The Headlines.”
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Bartlett approves first reading of next year’s fiscal budget
Bartlett will maintain its property tax rate under the proposed budget, but there are several fees that the suburb will add in the coming fiscal year.
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Bartlett custom earplug business battles hearing loss
In an effort to protect the hearing of those involved in loud work environments or gun-shooting sports, a Bartlett woman has started a business of custom earplugs.
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Bartlett mayor proposes higher budget with steady property tax rates
Bartlett officials began their review of the coming fiscal year’s budget on Thursday, with no anticipation of a property tax increase, but a hike in a couple of fees.
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Harris, Wright pitch Regional One rebuild financing
Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris takes a proposal to the County Commission next week to fund the county’s share of the $700-million capital project. Commissioner Mick Wright says he hopes that can be coupled with a property tax reduction.
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Bartlett students shine at ‘friend-raiser’
The Bartlett Education Foundation spotlights the suburb’s high schoolers in a fundraiser focused on student achievements.
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A new record: With expansion, Bartlett company poised to be one of largest producers of vinyl records
Memphis Record Pressing is capitalizing on the huge revitalized interest in vinyl records that has emerged over the past decade.
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Bartlett mayor announces Chamber of Commerce partnership
On Tuesday, April 11, Parsons held a press conference at Bartlett City Hall to talk about accomplishments of the first few months of the year, along with new projects, partnerships and goals moving forward.
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El Idolo owner plans new restaurant in Bartlett
The Lopez Grill project is part of what officials hope will be a revitalization of the historic downtown Bartlett Station area.
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March 2023
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Bartlett to spend more than $1.6 M on school upgrades this summer
Bartlett City Schools will tackle removing asbestos from Ellendale Elementary, improving a drainage at Bartlett Elementary and projects at Bon Lin Elementary, Bon Lin Middle and Rivercrest Elementary.
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Bartlett business expo sells out for its 25-year anniversary
The Bartlett Business Expo celebrated its 25th year promoting area businesses and services in the suburban area.
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Suburban mayors remain hopeful despite sales tax bill’s uncertainty
Gov. Bill Lee’s budget does not include restoring the shared sales tax relationship and returning a fair share to municipalities. However, local mayors remain hopeful.
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