School board candidate settles lawsuit with Germantown
Germantown Municipal School District settled a lawsuit with a mother who wants to be elected to the system’s Board of Education.
Topic: Germantown
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September 2026
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Both Germantown mayoral candidates talk cash, trash and Houston High
Germantown will have a new mayor, and two candidates with history in the city are seeking the open seat.
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Bodine wants to expand in Germantown, serve more dyslexic students
Bodine School is tucked away in Germantown between the Dogwood Creek North and Dogwood Forest neighborhoods. Those living near the school serving dyslexic students are concerned about the increased activity near the school.
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August 2026
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Grandkids of Germantown residents could attend suburb’s schools for free
Shelby County kids who live outside Germantown but have a grandparent residing within the suburb’s limits may be able to attend the municipal district’s schools for free beginning in the 2027-28 academic year.
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Houston High, Germantown Athletic Club updates secure money
Germantown’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen is moving forward with a bond to fund some Houston High upgrades and renovation of the Germantown Athletic Club’s indoor natatorium.
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Germantown appoints new school board member
The Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously appointed the new member after interviewing three of six people who submitted applications.
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Germantown approves Goodwin Farms changes, keeping mayoral candidate in the race
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen made a few adjustments to the Germantown subdivision. However, one resident said broken agreements is his impetus to run for mayor.
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Three finalists selected for Germantown school board vacancy
Germantown’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen will interview three people for the short-term vacancy in the suburb's school board’s Position 2 seat.
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July 2026
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November ballot taking shape in suburban general elections
Although one election is a week away, voters in five of the Memphis suburbs will be choosing their leaders in November.
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6 people apply for open position on Germantown school board
One of the applicants is a retired GMSD employee running unopposed for the position in August and November.
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Germantown mayoral race may be contested
A former member of the Germantown Fire Department is interested in running for mayor of the suburb.
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Germantown to appoint temporary school board member
The vacancy was created by the resignation of Scotty Hendricks Jr.
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Germantown steps up with trail upgrade for runners, walkers, cyclists
Germantown’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen recently approved a construction contract to replace a closed section of trail near the Greenway’s Beaver Loop area.
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Germantown residents changing trash service with higher-priced contract
The number of Germantown residents wanting backdoor service has dropped with the city’s new sanitation contract.
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Goodwin Farms homes project moves forward despite resident pushback
Germantown Planning Commission recommended approval of amendments to Goodwin Farms despite several residents speaking in opposition to the development changes.
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Opinion: Why does my electricity go on vacation more than I do?
“The real problem here — the sweaty elephant in the room — is infrastructure sorely in need of an upgrade. But as an average user who just expects the lights to come on when I flip the switch, I can’t accept that power in an urban area should go out so easily, so often and for so long.”
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June 2026
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Homebuilders reject ‘cookie-cutter’ approach to Germantown’s newest neighborhood
Developer Spence Ray announces the 15 homebuilders who will construct his vision for the Glasgow subdivision at the former Germantown Country Club.
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Germantown leaders approve $242.5 million budget
The nearly $242.5 million financial plan was adopted with a sanitation fee increase but a flat property tax rate.
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New murals add vibrance to Wolf River tunnel on Germantown Greenway
Brightly colored depictions celebrating the Germantown Greenway are now greeting users as they walk, run or bike along the trail passing underneath Wolf River Boulevard.
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Despite social media outrage, no one speaks at meeting where Germantown considers sanitation-fee increase
Although school leaders, two school board candidates and a few residents were present, none chose to speak during the formal opportunity provided. There was quite a bit of public concern on social media about a new sanitation contract that will raise rates for residents.
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Property taxes hold steady in proposed Germantown budget
While the property tax rate will remain at $1.79 per $100 of assessed value, homeowners may have something to say Monday about a significant increase in sanitation costs facing the suburb.
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Bed, Bath & Beyond is returning to Germantown with a friend: The Container Store
Germantown hasn’t had a Bed Bath and Beyond in six years, but fans of the home goods store won’t have to wait much longer.
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Germantown residents relish living near horse show
Some may be annoyed by the sights, sounds and smells that accompany the Germantown Charity Horse Show, but not some of those who live near the festivities.
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Germantown’s Glasgow plan stuck in limbo amid FEMA delays
The government shutdown is partially responsible for delays at the country club.
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May 2026
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Spelling star aims for top prize at third straight trip to national bee in DC
Farmington Elementary student Josh Verma hopes to be the fourth Memphis-area student to win the whole thing.
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