The Shelby Literacy Center hosted a tea party Wednesday for its diverse student body; the students speak about 14 different languages. 

Collierville’s Greenbelt will gain an overpass due to funding allocated in Gov. Bill Lee’s $52.8 million approved budget.

Collierville leaders are somewhat open to a hotel in the Town Square area on the northern edge of Downtown.

Staks Pancake Kitchen has secured its second franchise agreement, this one with a Collierville resident. 

Collierville faced some revenue challenges this spring. However, the town is finalizing its budget, which includes a $5,000 raise for all staff, and no property tax increase.

Clarene Pinkston Russell, who was often called Collierville’s historian, died Friday afternoon. She served the town for decades and shaped its future.

Finding workers is a challenge, and Doug Browne of the Greater Memphis Chamber believes a recession could help the workforce challenges in some ways.

The Water Tower District at Schilling Farms is underway. The mixed-use development is pursuing its retail components.

Maureen Fraser and Missy Marshall plan to seek four-year terms on the town’s board. 

Collierville’s Fair on the Square is returning, and Megan Tate will take the stage once again.

Collierville could be gaining more housing developments near Carriage Crossing with a single-family residential subdivision and townhomes approved on the southwest side of the suburb.

Collierville observed National Day of Prayer in Town Square Park. Local leaders, town staff and community members gathered for prayer and worship.

Dragon Games is an Olympic-style event that gives the students and volunteers an opportunity to come together and support one another.

The congressman told local business leaders the midterms could be a “wave election.” He believes Republicans could gain control of the nation’s House and Senate.

Collierville Elementary’s new gym is more than just a recess space for the Little Dragons. The recreational facility expands opportunities for the school and the community.

Old Glory may give a facelift to a wall on Town Square.

In recent years, staff dealt with COVID-19. They aimed to teach students in a safe environment while also abiding by ever-changing guidelines.

Tennessee Fertility Advocates is not pursuing legislation but shifting to help their members gain access to expanded benefits for infertility. 

Two popular chains will open locations in Collierville on Poplar near Chick-fil-A.

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

Each year a Tennessee educator receives the James Madison Memorial Fellowship. History teacher Allison Collier is the 2022 recipient.

Germantown’s fire chief may be appointed as Collierville’s next fire chief on Monday, creating a potential opening at the top of the Germantown department.

Collierville considers the possibility of lighting its streets with LEDs. A study to begin next week will take inventory of all the current streetlights and their condition, to give the board more direction.

Collierville Police Chief Dale Lane shares the challenges his department has faced and strategies implemented over the last two years.

Former Tigers basketball standout guided Collierville Dragons squad to 20 victories after period of coaching turmoil.