A top aide to Shelby County Property Assessor Melvin Burgess says opposition to a two-year reappraisal cycle among the county’s seven mayors two years ago has changed as local governments take a revenue hit on sales ratio calculations.
The proposal, which would put new townhome-style apartments near Collierville’s Walmart, was previously denied by the suburb’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen in November. Since then, the developers have conformed more closely to town guidelines.
Germantown Middle’s principal will go back to Collierville’s school district, where she previously taught sixth grade.
Area school superintendents are closely watching Mayor Lee Harris’ wheel tax proposal, if approved the could see an increase in funding for capital needs.
“It’s very evident these leaders don’t come into these roles for the salaries. It’s truly to make an impact for our children, ” said Collierville Schools board member Keri Blair.
It’s tough to repeat, but the Lynx and Dragons got the job done on the final day of team competition at Adams Tennis Center at Old Ford.
Sophomore right-hander strikes out eight while putting the Dragons in an advantageous position and Northpoint gets a big day from K.L. Farr to reach its third straight D2-A final.
Under state law, third graders who score less than proficient on the TCAP are at risk of retention; some local suburban districts revealed between 7.3% and 12% of their students may need to retake the test.
Collierville agreed to sell the former University of Memphis satellite campus to the suburban school district.
Part of the Rotary Club funds raised by the Collierville Balloon Festival are being used to help Hernando High students experience the obstacles of autism.
The University of Memphis Collierville Center is owned by the suburb. The town is looking to sell the building to the suburban district for its central offices.
Collierville-based Township Development Services is expanding its team. The eastern road network and BlueOval City’s imminent production is creating new business opportunities.
A group of around three dozen waved signs for more than an hour and a half near Poplar Avenue and Byhalia Road, urging people to contact their state lawmakers about stricter gun laws.
The youngest son of “Big John” Grisanti just purchased the building at 148 North Main St., which was most recently home to P.O. Press Public House & Provisions.
Erin Gruwell — a teacher, author and activist — spoke to Collierville’s Chamber of Commerce Wednesday. She metaphorically invited them into Room 203, her old classroom.
Collierville is considering raising its utility fee and replacing meter readers across town.
Collierville Schools hosted its fifth annual Dragon Games. The event is geared toward student with special needs.
The Planning Commission reviewed 32 townhomes on nearly 7.1 acres along South Rowlett Street. The homes will be owned, not leased.
The multimillion-dollar land sale at 4005 Bailey Station Road comes after a 23 year-long battle to prevent losing the property to eminent domain and to acquire a fair market value sale.
The event will be open to 500 special needs children and their immediate family members. Interested individuals must apply.
Collierville Schools approved its budget Tuesday evening, which includes a 3% cost of living adjustment. The $130.4 million budget must also be approved by the town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Collierville is adding a new home decor retailer and an urgent care facility.
Collierville is reviewing its budget, and town officials will likely propose a tax increase to fund the $104.3 million operating budget.
Collierville cricket players are asking the town to seriously consider a new home.
Walmart may be able to get away with the blue of its brand. Commissioners also reviewed a subdivision and one businesses who wants an alternative to awnings.
West Collierville Middle School Principal Tyler Salyer is recognized as one of the top in the nation.
Collierville’s locally owned butcher shop on Poplar Avenue announced it will close at the end of the month.
Collierville’s Planning Commission favored plans for a new subdivision near Hinton Park.
Dorothy’s Cottage is named in memory of the late Dorothy Lee Wilson, wife of Holiday Inn founder Kemmons Wilson, for her dedication to children and families.