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<strong>While Tennessee&rsquo;s Non-Smoker Protection Act of 2021 focuses on smoking and vaping in enclosed spaces potentially around other people, it exempts venues that cater to older customers and certain specified areas.</strong> (Steve Helber/AP file)Premium Lakeland

Cloud control: Where do Shelby County suburbs stand on vaping regulations?

One Shelby County suburb is putting restrictions on vaping at 21-and-up venues. How are other suburbs handling vaping and smoke shops?

By Michael Waddell, Abigail Warren 17 hours ago
Bartlett

Let the good times roll: Bartlett Bayou Bash returns this weekend

With Cajun delicacies from crawfish to shrimp, the second-annual Bayou Bash is slated for Saturday in Bartlett with hopes for better weather than the rainy first year.

By Michael Waddell April 09, 2026
Premium Spirit of Memphis

From Bartlett to the moon and back

At least four pairs of specialty eyeglasses for viewing eclipses traveled from Bartlett to the moon as part of NASA’s manned Artemis II mission to fly by the moon.

By Jody Callahan April 09, 2026
Premium Suburbs

Bailey: It costs a lot to pick up all the garbage

Some suburban residents may have to face an increase in sanitation costs this summer, but the increase is certainly better than trash sitting uncollected at the curb.

By Clay Bailey April 03, 2026

  • High School Sports

    Fast start propels Bartlett to Class 4A championship

    Axton Perry lead the way with 15 points as the Panthers win the second boys basketball state championship in school history and the first in 25 years.

    By John Varlas 4 hours ago
  • High School Sports

    Bartlett holds off Brentwood to advance to Class 4A semis

    Brentwood is no everyday team and the Bruins gave Bartlett an almighty battle. But the Panthers are headed to the semifinals thanks to a 65-56 victory.

    By John Varlas March 24, 2026
  • Premium Suburbs

    A place where the game never ends opens in Bartlett

    Garrison Gaming Hub is the latest such business to open in the Bartlett area, with extended hours for those interested in the hobby.

    By Michael Waddell March 15, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bartlett City Schools unveils plans to replace deteriorating Altruria Elementary

    The elementary school was built in 1976 and has more than $6 million in deferred maintenance.

    By Michael Waddell March 13, 2026
  • Elections

    In the suburban school board races, some candidates will have to win twice

    For some of those seeking a spot on a local school board, the only thing that stands in the way of the November general election is an August ballot. 

    By Abigail Warren, Michael Waddell March 12, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Building connections: Bartlett hosts 28th annual Business, Health and Home Expo

    The annual Bartlett business expo provides an opportunity for local companies dealing in everything from health care to meals to bookkeeping to promote their services.

    By Michael Waddell March 12, 2026
  • Suburbs

    Challenger emerges for Arlington alderman, while Lakeland sees new face vying for school board

    With the deadline looming on Tuesday, March 10, who is running for August school board races and the Arlington municipal elections?

    By Michael Waddell March 09, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    New Altruria Elementary planned as Bartlett rejects costly renovation

    Altruria Elementary is showing the wear-and-tear of its age leading Bartlett City Schools to plan a new school building behind the existing structure.

    By Michael Waddell March 09, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bartlett mayor goes ‘back to the ‘80s’ for annual State of the City address

    With a 1980s theme as the foundation, Bartlett Mayor David Parsons highlighted the brightness of the suburb’s future, donning a pair of shades to emphasize the point.

    By Michael Waddell March 06, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bartlett dirty-pop soda shop owners swinging for fences with new venture next door

    The owners of Sips — the dirty-soda business in Bartlett — are opening a baseball-training facility nearby, providing indoor facilities in close proximity to fields at Freeman Park.

    By Michael Waddell February 26, 2026
  • Premium Suburbs

    Task Force driving down suburban crime, officials say

    Some worried the Memphis Safe Task Force’s launch would drive crime up in the suburbs.

    By Abigail Warren, Michael Waddell February 23, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    To thrift or not to thrift, that’s Bartlett’s question

    A growing interest in thrift stores among younger shoppers has Bartlett officials considering a revisiting of the suburb’s ordinance regarding the businesses.

    By Michael Waddell February 22, 2026
  • Premium Suburbs

    Millington is cracking down on sidewalk standards but some citizens are split

    Millington is ramping up enforcement of a 40-year-old sidewalk-maintenance ordinance. But the requirement has come as a surprise to some residents. 

    By Michael Waddell, Abigail Warren February 16, 2026
  • Premium Spirit of Memphis

    Calkins: He’s our Memphian at the Olympics — back for one last bobsled run

    Garrett Hines was a football star at Bartlett High. Now he’s in Italy coaching bobsled for the last runs in what has been a remarkable Olympic career.

    By Geoff Calkins February 15, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bartlett approves purchase, new management for Quail Ridge Golf Course

    The driving range and renovated clubhouse could welcome guests by April 1.

    By Michael Waddell February 11, 2026
  • Premium Real Estate

    Inked: Pinnacle plans new retail branch in Raleigh

    A former New York Suit Exchange in Bartlett is also up for auction. 

    By Andy Ashby February 13, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bailey: No property tax in Bartlett? David Reaves thinks it’s an idea worth study

    While the idea may seem a bit outlandish, Bartlett Alderman David Reaves wants to look at whether the suburb’s budget could make it without the revenue stream of property taxes.

    By Clay Bailey February 06, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    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.

    By Michael Waddell February 02, 2026
  • Arlington

    Former Arlington High standout ‘just really wants to win the Super Bowl’

    Former Arlington High standout Kenneth Walker III is the key to Seattle’s ground game as the Seahawks prepare to play New England in Super Bowl LX on Sunday, Feb. 8.

    By The Associated Press February 01, 2026
  • Winter weather Suburbs

    Suburbs pretreated roads, but still need help from Mother Nature

    Several suburban officials noted they pretreated major roads with a salt and sand mixture. While they continue to treat them, that mixture only works when temperatures are approximately 20 degrees.

    By Abigail Warren, Michael Waddell January 30, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Intrepid fun-seekers enjoy thrills of ‘Mount Bartlett’

    After years of discouraging people from sliding down the slope near Bartlett Boulevard Soccer Park, the city is now encouraging those willing to give the slick hill a chance.

    By Michael Waddell January 29, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Quail Ridge Golf Course’s sale to Bartlett nearly complete

    The long-awaited sale of the Quail Ridge Golf Course to the City of Bartlett comes under final consideration Thursday after snow delayed the regular meeting Tuesday.

    By Michael Waddell January 28, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bartlett resident bringing Play It Again Sports to the suburb

    After searching in several locations around Shelby County, a Bartlett resident has decided to open his Play It Again Sports location in his hometown.

    By Michael Waddell January 09, 2026
  • Premium Suburbs

    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.

    By Michael Waddell January 05, 2026
  • Premium Bartlett

    Bailey: Maybe pillowcases at Youth Village should be a reminder to help year-round

    A group of volunteers makes pillowcases for the incoming residents at Youth Villages, and maybe we all should take that as a reminder to help folks in need all year.

    By Clay Bailey January 04, 2026

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