There are 74 article(s) tagged Bartlett:

• April 2019

  • Renovated LDS temple set to reopen in Bartlett next month

    After a frenzy of construction activity over the past month, the rebuilding of the temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bartlett is finally complete.

    By Michael Waddell April 19, 2019

  • New farmers market open-air pavilions planned for Bartlett and Arlington

    Arlington and Bartlett are planning new open-air pavilions to house farmer's markets in their cities.

    By Michael Waddell April 15, 2019

  • Kele CEO shares insights on growth at Bartlett Chamber luncheon

    Distributor and manufacturer of parts for building automation systems, Kele Inc., plans to continue its commitment to Bartlett with future growth.

    By Michael Waddell April 11, 2019

  • Rooster’s Chicken Shack bringing feel-good, retro vibe to Bartlett

    Amy Arrington and Allen Blaylock knew they wanted to create a unique hangout spot for the Bartlett area when they opened their Rooster’s Chicken Shack a year ago.

    By Michael Waddell April 01, 2019

• March 2019

  • Suburban cities looking for land for industrial development

    With very few shovel-ready sites for industrial manufacturing development available across Shelby County, municipalities like Lakeland and Arlington are beginning to consider designating new areas for future industrial development.

    By Michael Waddell March 24, 2019

  • Groundbreaking soon for new TCAT campus in Bartlett

    Although soggy weather has slowed site preparation, construction is set to get underway within the next month on the new Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) campus at the northwest corner of Appling Road and Brother Boulevard in Bartlett. 

    By Michael Waddell March 17, 2019

• February 2019

  • Bartlett area sees record capital investment in 2018

    The Bartlett area enjoyed its best year of economic development ever during 2018 with an estimated $165 million in capital investment.

    By Michael Waddell February 23, 2019

  • Bartlett-based Brimhall Foods grows into national operation

    What started with single-serve pecan pies nearly 40 years ago has grown into a full line of snack food products sold throughout the U.S. for Brimhall Foods Company, Inc., makers of Brim’s Snack Foods.

    By Michael Waddell February 10, 2019

  • Bartlett business is finding a market for vinyl records

    Bartlett-based business is finding a market for vinyl records.

    By Michael Waddell February 09, 2019

• January 2019

  • Major renovation is changing the look of Bartlett High School

    A sweeping renovation of Bartlett High School will update dining and athletic facilities, as well as the library, auditorium and security measures along with other improvements. A city property tax increase is helping fund the work.

    By Michael Waddell January 29, 2019

  • Bartlett development picture shows wide variety of uses in the coming year

    While the amount of land for new developments in Bartlett is becoming more and more scarce, a number of properties around the city are getting new life thanks to redevelopment. And higher density mixed-use projects could be in the city’s future as well.

    By Michael Waddell January 22, 2019

  • Despite some opposition, Old Brownsville Road widening to move forward

    The widening of Old Brownsville Road from two lanes to five lanes is expected to finally get started, perhaps by mid-summer, though according to Bartlett Director of Engineering Rick McClanahan, "There are still hoops to jump through."

    By Michael Waddell January 16, 2019

• December 2018

  • City Council, suburbs consider nixing noon beer sale restriction

    Having to wait until noon on Sunday before buying beer may soon be a thing of the past in several local jurisdictions.   

    By Michelle Corbet December 04, 2018

• November 2018

  • New Bartlett location provides showroom, technical support for precision tools

    Methods Machine Tools, a supplier of precision machine tools, automation and accessories, officially opened the doors of a new facility in Bartlett at 6700 Fletcher Creek Cove last week. 

    By Natalie Martin November 16, 2018

  • Bartlett: McDonald, Elliott win re-election in only contested races on Bartlett ballot

    Bartlett incumbent Mayor Keith McDonald and Position 2 Alderwoman Emily Elliott were returned to office Tuesday with easy victories in the suburb’s municipal election.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff November 08, 2018

• October 2018

  • Rikard heads to retirement with a stable police department, bright future

    Bartlett Police Chief Gary Rikard closes his career with the suburban department at the end of the year, but the veteran officer has no doubt that the force will be left in good hands when he departs.

    By Natalie Martin October 29, 2018

  • Challenger Arnold seeks to unseat veteran Emily Elliott in Alderman Position 2 seat

    Although incumbent Bartlett Position 2 alderman Emily Elliott and challenger Mitch Arnold have similar interests in working hard and supporting the suburb, each has different approaches on reaching their goals.   

    By Natalie Martin October 25, 2018

  • Newcomer Lackey challenges veteran mayor Keith McDonald in Bartlett election

    While incumbent Bartlett Mayor Keith McDonald and challenger John Lackey focus their campaign platforms on different factors, there are common denominators – education and public safety. 

    By Natalie Martin October 22, 2018

  • Suburban Dispatch: The closing of Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home in Bartlett

    Quietly -- almost unnoticed -- last spring, the Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home in Bartlett closed, ending an almost 70-year presence in the suburb.

    By Clay Bailey October 21, 2018

  • Suburban Dispatch: Let’s check in on more campaign ads

    A week or so ago, we took a look at some of the campaign videos that surfaced in the suburbs, primarily in the mayoral races in Bartlett and Germantown.

    By Clay Bailey October 15, 2018

  • Man, 39, killed in officer-involved shooting in Bartlett; TBI investigating

    Authorities were on the scene Wednesday morning after an officer-involved shooting led to the death of a man on Stage Road near the Bartlett-Memphis border.

    By Clay Bailey & Yolanda Jones October 03, 2018

  • Suburban Dispatch: Campaign videos – the polished, the basic and the memorable

    Candidates have an array of tactics this year to get their names and campaign message across to voters in the suburbs.

    By Clay Bailey October 03, 2018

• September 2018

  • Aldi renovation in Bartlett provides needed improvements for customers

    After two months of renovation, Aldi, a discount grocery store with German roots, reopened its doors at 2867 Kirby Whitten Rd. earlier this month.

    By Natalie Martin September 27, 2018

  • Festival gives Bartlett residents a look at W.J. Freeman Park progress

    Bartlett residents will get a firsthand look at the ongoing development at W.J. Freeman Park later this month at the annual Bartlett Fall Festival, BBQ Contest and Car Show.

    By J.T. Mullen September 16, 2018