Collierville’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen took one of their most pivotal votes of the year Monday evening. 

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.

Collierville Schools board members Wanda Chism and Frank Warren are seeking reelection. Election Day is Nov. 8.

Jewel Jordan, a lifelong Collierville resident, is the first candidate to announce for the seat being vacated by Billy Patton.

Collierville Schools approved its budget. The financial plan is more than half of the town’s 2022-23 budget.

Collierville Schools Board of Education is confident in its superintendent. As part of the solid review, he received a $15,000 bonus.

A large number of emergency vehicles will visit Collierville High Friday. The suburb’s police and fire departments are participating in active shooter training.

The forecasted rain disappeared, and the local vendors were excited to see their loyal customers.

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.