Bobby Simmons has decided not to run for mayor of Bartlett as more candidates emerge for the three alderman seats on the Nov. 8 ballot.

Wimpy’s Burgers and Fries quietly reopened its Germantown store this week. Owner Jacob Crofton’s next priority is getting the Bartlett store open.

In an effort to enhance its community policing approach, Bartlett police officers gather several times a year to meet with citizens in an informal setting.

“If you’ve ever tried to leave (Freeman Park) during a sporting event, you understand how difficult it can be to make a left turn onto Bartlett Boulevard out of there.”

Five candidates have submitted their names for consideration to fill the Position 2 alderman’s seat vacated by Emily Elliott.

The expanded facility on Yale Road bears the name of retiring Mayor A. Keith McDonald.

Office users are trickling back to the market two-plus years after the COVID pandemic and its restrictions.

Nick Toombs’ display is back this year, and it’s an even larger spectacle. Not out of spite, he said, but because he had to buy a new rainbow.

Candidates continue to pull petitions to get on the November ballot in Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown and Lakeland municipal elections. 

While political candidates are required to file financial disclosure documents as part of their campaigns, several have missed deadlines, including in Bartlett.

With increased concerns about school safety, Bartlett officials have added funds to the budget to provide police officers in the suburban district schools.

After close to 24 years on the Bartlett board, Alderwoman Emily Elliott officially stepped down from her position since she is moving out of the suburb.

Leaders of Shelby County’s smaller municipalities eye Memphis Light Gas & Water Division’s discussions to replace Tennessee Valley Authority, and say they’re frustrated by having no input in the discussion.

The awards recognized outstanding achievements in the business community.

Camp Able is a week like none other at St. Columba Conference & Retreat Center in Bartlett, where campers with disabilities spin through a rotation of physical pursuits as if weights had fallen from their feet.

A marker noting the birthplace of blues legend Koko Taylor was unveiled recently at the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center.

The Bartlett Planning Commission has unanimously approved the master plan for Union Depot, the suburb’s first mixed-use project.

With an influx of investment companies buying homes in Bartlett, the mayoral candidate wants to consider regulations to maintain control of the rental properties.

Bartlett, Lakeland and Arlington school districts will take advantage of the empty campuses and work on improvement projects. 

Across the county, Memorial Day ceremonies recognized the sacrifices of those who perished during their times in the armed service.

Brad King is the latest candidate to announce for one of four seats on the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen this November.

Reappraisal and a certified rate led to a slight decrease in property taxes in Bartlett for the coming fiscal year, a $1.73 rate to help fund the annual budget.

Katie McCain is replacing Shannon Abraham, who became principal at Arlington High.

Kate Bond Elementary’s student senators are some of the youngest you’ll find, but they have big changes in mind to make their school better. 

As crews begin clearing the property in Bartlett for a mixed-use development, the wood from the old buildings is being repurposed for good causes.