Lakeland eyes new fire station to improve emergency response
Developers are donating the land and paying for architectural and engineering plans for the fire station.
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June 2026
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May 2026
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Lakeland shirks property tax rate hike: ‘We run a lot of things lean in this city’
But residents of the Memphis suburb are about to see their sewer fees skyrocket.
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Lakeland approves first reading for ‘inevitable’ sewer-rate hike to flush the deficit
A significant increase in sewer fees is on the horizon for Lakeland residents as the suburb continues to keep pace with providing the service.
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Vote to give Lakeland elected officials a raise fails
Lakeland commissioners failed to approve a salary increase for elected officials, leaving the compensation the same as its been for 23 years.
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April 2026
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Lakeland considers roundabouts for U.S. 70
A consultant is recommending a series of roundabouts on U.S. 70 through the heart of Lakeland, saying that approach is safer than traffic signals at intersections.
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Lakeland dives deeper into discussion on change of government
Lakeland officials continue to study a possible change in the suburb’s government format with former Collierville Town Administrator James Lewellen explaining the process.
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Lakeland board talks change in government
Lakeland officials also discussed a way to keep wine sales out of future convenience stores.
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March 2026
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Lakeland moves to ban tobacco and vape products in age-restricted venues
Lakeland’s new ordinance, which would directly place a restriction on smoking and vaping in venues for customers older than 21, passed unanimously on first reading.
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Lakeland commissioner wants change in suburb’s form of government
Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter wants to discuss a change to the city’s form of government, but as of Wednesday afternoon, she was not discussing any specifics.
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Hilton-branded hotel planned for Lakeland’s The Lake District
Three years after bankruptcy, “we’re starting to see movement in that development again,” Lakeland Planning Director Paul Luker said.
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Lakeland appoints city manager
Emily Harrell replaces former City Manager Michael Walker who was terminated by the board on Nov. 3 for “erosion of trust” involving several personnel decisions.
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Lakeland agreement with SCSO sparks concerns over ‘law enforcement presence’
The City of Lakeland and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office have an agreement about deputies occupying a space at The Lake District, but there seems to be some disagreement about the level of law enforcement presence.
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February 2026
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‘The whole state is looking’ at Lakeland’s YMCA project
Lakeland broke ground on its new YMCA, a desire for the community for almost 10 years. The location improves the look of the entry into the suburb since it replaces the Econo Lodge eyesore.
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Could Bartlett get rid of its property tax?
Bartlett Alderman David Reaves wants the suburb to look into eliminating property taxes, but others wonder how the suburb would make up the lost revenue.
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January 2026
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Lakeland earmarks land for new veterans center
Lakeland commissioners have approved the city negotiating with a veterans group to locate a new center south of the Interstate 40 and Canada Road interchange.
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From New Canada Road to The Lake District, 2026 set to be a big build year for Lakeland and Bartlett
Officials in Bartlett and Lakeland have plans for the coming year, some that include the directions for their suburbs, but also whether they intend to seek new terms.
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With term limits looming, most suburban incumbents still all-in for 2026 races
Even though we haven’t quite reached 2026 yet, candidates for elections in the Northeast Shelby County suburbs already are making their intentions known with many of the incumbents running again.
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December 2025
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Lakeland approves new plan for The Lake District after years of setbacks
Lakeland leaders say the plan will allow the property to become the urban village that was originally envisioned.
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Lakeland board considers rezoning land along US 70
Lakeland Board of Commissioners look at controlling commercial and industrial development along the U.S 70 corridor, with an eye toward preserving the character of the area.
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November 2025
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Lakeland fires city manager after ‘erosion of trust’
The suburb’s Board of Commissioners terminated Michael Walker’s contract on Monday night at a special-called meeting.
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October 2025
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Former Lakeland Mayor Jim Bomprezzi dies
Jim Bomprezzi, who worked as a Memphis police lieutenant before becoming Lakeland’s mayor for four years, died this past weekend.
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From ‘recreation desert’ to its golden era, Lakeland Parks is booming
A dog park, an accessible playground and beyond, Lakeland Mayor Josh Roman says the city’s latest project “will be the cherry on top.”
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August 2025
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New restaurants, yoga studio part of business flurry at Lakeland Town Square
Several other commercial tenants recently opened or are opening soon.
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June 2025
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A long and winding road: Lakeland’s New Canada Road finally nears construction
After years of waiting, construction could begin later this year on New Canada Road, providing more traffic lanes and a straighter alignment from Interstate 40 to U.S. 70.
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Moribund Lake District project gets jump start
Lakeland officials have approved a new development contract for The Lake District, breathing new life into the troubled mixed-use project after the original owner filed bankruptcy.
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