A question about a census tract has left hundreds of homes in limbo with questions of whether they sit in Arlington or Fayette County.

Weather-related closures are layered decisions for local superintendents as they balance a number of concerns while prioritizing student safety.

After 18 years working in the local restaurant industry, David Hernandez and two partners have opened Ricos Tacos & ‘Ritas in Arlington to bring authentic Mexican food to the growing community. 

Chris Duncan, principal at Arlington High since the suburban school system was formed, is stepping down to move into an administrative role with the district.

A pair of new faces have entered the race for Arlington Community Schools (ACS) board positions in the Aug. 4 town municipal elections.

Steven Smith was previously chairman of the Arlington’s Cemetery Preservation Restoration Committee and serves as president of the town’s Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities.

While Arlington officials extended the gas station moratorium to the end of the year, aldermen started planning for a new Town Hall campus on property purchased a month ago.

Jordan Hinders is challenging incumbent alderman Oscar Brooks for the Position 4 seat later this year.

The Whataburger location in Arlington has received site plan approval from the town’s Planning Commission, moving it closer to construction.

Junior Jaylah Sheree Whittaker and senior Amelia Maria Wood anticipate continuing to write books after their first accomplishments.

“This couldn’t be a more transformative project,” says Aaron Stewart. “The suppliers are already looking. ...”

The Arlington Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of nearly 16 acres at Airline Road and Village Center Street. The asking price is $2.45 million.

The future of home sales, both existing and new construction looks bright for the three suburbs in Northeast Shelby County.

Three of the Arlington Board of Education members are up for reelection in August, and while all are leaning towards another term, one already has a challenger.

The town’s population has grown from roughly 11,000 residents to close to 15,000, and the fiscal budget has increased from just less than $8 million to $11.4 million for 2021-22.

The town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted 6-1 in favor of the plan for the Maybury planned development, which will include 62 lots with sizes measuring from 7,800 square feet to more than 14,000 square feet.

Most suburbs saw more homes sell than the year prior. The seller’s market and low inventory continue to drive prices upward.

Germantown and Bartlett issued emergency declarations Friday. Other suburban mayors are not issuing declarations at this time.

“This new facility provides an extremely first-class area for training for future champions both in wrestling and in life,” Jonathan Simpson, Arlington wrestling coach, said.

All three Arlington aldermen up for reelection this year are leaning to seeking new four-year terms in office.

A $38 million federal grant will help with construction of the West Tennessee Veterans Home in Arlington. The 126-bed facility has been planned for years.

Mark Herbison, who was instrumental in the work associated with the megasite, said they weren’t willing to accept just any project for the location.

“We’re interested in this property for multiple reasons,” Tower Ventures partner Benjamin Orgel said. “We even liked this location before the announcement of the Ford plant.”

Keeping the ship steady in terms of how the town develops remains a top priority for Arlington Mayor Mike Wissman this year, including strengthening and refining the town’s land use plan and ordinances.

“We went from zero hotels to possibly three pretty fast, and we’re getting inquiries since the Ford announcement for even more,” said Arlington’s mayor.