‘Queen of the Blues’ Koko Taylor honored with marker in Bartlett
A marker noting the birthplace of blues legend Koko Taylor was unveiled recently at the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center.
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June 2022
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Bartlett’s $162 million Union Depot project moves forward
The Bartlett Planning Commission has unanimously approved the master plan for Union Depot, the suburb’s first mixed-use project.
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Bartlett alderman eyes crackdown on out-of-town real estate investors
With an influx of investment companies buying homes in Bartlett, the mayoral candidate wants to consider regulations to maintain control of the rental properties.
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May 2022
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Retired Memphis fire captain enters Bartlett alderman race
Brad King is the latest candidate to announce for one of four seats on the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen this November.
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A day to honor, a day to remember and a day to recognize sacrifice
Across the county, Memorial Day ceremonies recognized the sacrifices of those who perished during their times in the armed service.
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Bartlett approves budget, tax decrease for 2023 fiscal year
Reappraisal and a certified rate led to a slight decrease in property taxes in Bartlett for the coming fiscal year, a $1.73 rate to help fund the annual budget.
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Adaptive reuse gives new life to barns at former Baptist Children’s Home
As crews begin clearing the property in Bartlett for a mixed-use development, the wood from the old buildings is being repurposed for good causes.
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April 2022
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Bartlett BMA approves first readings for FY23 budget and tax rate
The Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen have begun their annual approval of the fiscal year budget and a slight decrease in the property tax rate.
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Memphis Record Pressing plans $30M expansion in Bartlett
The expansion at 3015 Brother Blvd. will double the workforce and effectively make it the largest vinyl record manufacturer in North America. The company is also renovating a warehouse at 7625 Appling Center Drive.
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March 2022
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Bartlett revives annual business expo after two-year hiatus
After a two-year, pandemic-induced absence, the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce held its business expo, providing a way to promote local services.
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$10 Deal: Pop’s delivers inexpensive home cooking
Pop’s Comfort Kitchen in Bartlett has fried chicken livers with two sides and cornbread every Tuesday for $9.99. It also sells its chicken and dumplings by the gallon.
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Bartlett alderwoman to step down in June
The death of her husband and the lack of smaller house with less maintenance in Bartlett are some of the reasons Bartlett Alderwoman Emily Elliott will step down from her seat in June.
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Box score: Bartlett 64, Beech 59
March 16, 2022: Bartlett defeats Henderson Beech in Class 4A quarterfinal.
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Long-vacant Bartlett commercial strip center sells
A second strip center on Stage Road in Bartlett that sat empty for years has been purchased and renovations are planned.
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Burnin’ Love Laser Engraving opens Bartlett storefront
A Lakeland family hopes for a hunka, hunka business as they expand their online offerings of customized mugs, charcuterie boards and more to a storefront near Stage and North Germantown roads.
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February 2022
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Healthy 2022 expected for suburban housing starts
The future of home sales, both existing and new construction looks bright for the three suburbs in Northeast Shelby County.
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
We’ve got Tigers, a fish, a sultry supper club, and a hard-working utility crew member. Choose your favorite.
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Let there be (better) light: Bartlett looks at upgrading streetlights
Bartlett wants to study its streetlight network to see if LED lights are more beneficial from a cost standpoint and provide better lighting than traditional bulbs.
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Two seek reelection to Bartlett City Schools board
Erin Berry and Bryan Woodruff have both served on the board since its inception when the municipal district was formed nine years ago.
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New Eats: Bartlett’s Side Porch serves up warm story with a sizzling steak
Bartlett’s Side Porch Steakhouse is back, saved by a group of regulars who’ve made this neighborhood hangout even more of the neighborhood.
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Third Bartlett alderman plans to run for mayor
“Blue Oval City is really what changed my mind entirely, because that’s a real make-or-break for the future of Bartlett,” said alderman Kevin Quinn.
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Increasing home sales add to suburbs’ growth
Most suburbs saw more homes sell than the year prior. The seller’s market and low inventory continue to drive prices upward.
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Germantown, Bartlett issue emergency declarations over ice, power outages
Germantown and Bartlett issued emergency declarations Friday. Other suburban mayors are not issuing declarations at this time.
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Bartlett eyes strategic plan for downtown area
Leaders look to the future to an enhanced Bartlett Station, the business district on the suburb’s western doorstep.
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Former SCS board member announces run for Bartlett alderman seat
Reaves announced this past weekend that he will seek the suburb’s Position 3 seat held by David Parsons. Parsons has announced he will run for mayor rather than seek another term as alderman.
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