Four suburban school districts opened for a new academic year Monday morning like none they have ever encountered.

Carlisle Corp.’s investment to bring Wendy’s to Arlington totaled more than $2 million.

The new Wing Guru in Arlington will be operated by partner franchisee Marcus Baker, owner of three Prosthetic One locations.

During its monthly virtual luncheon Wednesday, July 8, Arlington Chamber of Commerce members got COVID-related updates on school plans for the fall and employer tips for dealing with the pandemic.

Two long-standing Arlington Community Schools administrators are moving into new positions this month, as Tabetha Banks takes over as Arlington Middle School principal and former Principal Dr. Allison Clark moves into the district’s main office as its first chief of human resources.

Arlington Community Schools board members say farewell to retiring superintendent Tammy Mason, who wraps up her tenure at the end of this month.

Anderson Kreis is proof that one person can make a huge impact. The 12-year-0ld from Arlington recently finished his third annual food drive to benefit the Arlington Little Free Pantry, raising more than $2,500 in food and cash donations in a week.

A couple of highly anticipated Arlington commercial projects have received approval from the Arlington Planning Commission.

Congressman said he would not support additional federal unemployment payments, but suggested perhaps a one-time, return-to-work bonus of up to $1,200.

Separate coaches intended to give the Arlington Tigers' programs a chance to thrive.

The final plat for the remaining two phases of the $45 million Arlington Falls planned development was recently approved.

The board also decides to cancel the town’s annual Star-Spangled Spectacular that was slated for June 27.

The church’s Sonshine Learning Center has about 100 children in its day care and child care system, with many more on a waiting list.

Arlington High prepared an elaborate virtual graduation experience over several weeks and more than 90% seniors participated for the event that airs at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 21. 

School, hospital and government leaders in northeast suburbs are hopeful businesses will be able to see phase 2 reopenings next week.

The scope of amphitheater seating was scaled back in the design phase, but an open lawn will provide space for visitors to lay out blankets for community events.

Housing inventory and interest rates remain very low in the Memphis MLS, providing plenty of fuel for more new-home construction. 

Reverend Jacek Kowal cited changing demographics in Collierville, competing private schools and COVID-19 among factors which led to decision to shut school doors.

Distancing requirements force operational changes to maintain safety, but give stylists more access to clients. 

Former star player Ashley Shields looking to build on predecessor's success at Arlington.

Rolling out businesses again gradually is important so health and government officials can monitor the impact of openings in case adjustments need to be made, officials say. 

While many restaurants are struggling during the current pandemic, others like Baby Jacks BBQ have been able to adapt their business models to boost sales.

Jeff Mayo will be the next superintendent of Arlington Community Schools after the school board selected him over three other candidates Thursday, April 9.

Arlington Community Schools hopes to make a decision on the district's next superintendent later this week after interviewing four candidates remotely last week. 

Following the merger early last year of Caliber Collision and Abra Auto Body Repair of America, Caliber is growing its Mid-South presence with a new auto body repair and paint shop in Arlington.