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    Lakeland’s 2022 elections feature mayor, two commissioner seats

    Former commissioner Josh Roman will seek the Lakeland mayor’s office in November; incumbent Mike Cunningham still deciding on seeking re-election.

    By Michael Waddell January 17, 2022
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland OKs new Allies of Diversity Club for grades 7 and up

    Following controversy last month surrounding a request for a Gay-Straight Alliance Club, a new Allies of Diversity Club will be allowed at Lakeland Preparatory School (LPS) for students in 7th grade and higher.

    By Michael Waddell January 11, 2022
  • Lakeland

    High school wing of Lakeland Prep highlights coming year’s projects in suburb

    The high school wing of Lakeland Prep will open this August, the final step in students graduating from the suburban school district in four years.

    By Michael Waddell January 08, 2022
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland Prep students drop request to start Gay-Straight Alliance

    They asked instead to start a club called Allies of Diversity ‘standing up for those who are most at risk of being bullied and judged negatively.'

    By Michael Waddell January 04, 2022
  • Lakeland

    LSS removes interim tag, names Martin principal at Lakeland Prep

    Before joining the LSS district in 2016, she worked at Riverdale School in Germantown as an eighth grade and master teacher for seven years and spent three years as a TV reporter in Shreveport, Louisiana.

    By Michael Waddell December 20, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland BOC extends terms for several board, commission members

    The BOC also approved submitting applications to the Memphis Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization for funding of nine road and trail projects through the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvements Program.

    By Michael Waddell December 10, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Revised Lakeland Park project moves closer to meeting city’s regulations

    The newest plans for the nearly 100-acre development include a three-story senior living facility; as well as walking trails, ponds, and tree preservation areas.

    By Michael Waddell December 04, 2021
  • Lakeland

    The Lake District lights iconic sign in Lakeland

    “It’s just an excellent beacon for this community. We’re hoping that planting this sign will cause other things to grow right here where we’re standing.”

    By Michael Waddell November 29, 2021
  • Millington

    Americana worth preserving: Barretville General Store plans expansion

    From its roots as a general store, the business has transformed into a popular restaurant – popular enough that it needs to expand.

    By Michael Waddell November 26, 2021
  • Arlington

    Holiday events set for Arlington, Bartlett and Lakeland

    The suburbs in the northeast quadrant of Shelby County are preparing for the Christmas season with an array of events and celebrations in the coming weeks.

    By Michael Waddell November 13, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland hires national retail recruiter

    Commissioners say Retail Strategies can “market us to regional and national brands that have a hard time understanding Lakeland.”

    By Michael Waddell November 09, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Some on Board of Commission dislike proposed Lakeland Park layout

    The Lakeland Park mixed-use project by John Hyneman failed to get a ringing endorsement from the Board of Commissioners. More work is needed before the board votes on the matter.

    By Michael Waddell November 06, 2021
  • Business

    Lakeland EDC recommends hiring retail recruitment firm

    Economic Development Commission encourages the city’s Board of Commissioners to hire retail recruiter Retail Strategies to assist with bringing desirable businesses to the area.

    By Michael Waddell October 31, 2021
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    Developer says Lakeland Town Square phase 2 could start in spring

    Vince Smith, developer of Lakeland Town Square, gave an update to the mixed-use project to the Chamber of Commerce at a luncheon meeting.

    By Michael Waddell October 27, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Grocery chain opts out of Lakeland spot for now

    “This may resurface at some time in the future, but for now this project as previously outlined will not move forward.” 

    By Michael Waddell October 26, 2021
  • Real Estate

    Hyneman’s vision for Lakeland Park mixed-use project unveiled

    The developer worked a long time on a 100-acre project near Canada Road and Davies Plantation. Now, his father, John, is taking on the project in his son’s honor.

    By Michael Waddell October 28, 2021
  • Arlington

    Lakeland takes stand against consolidated government

    Add Lakeland to the list of suburban municipalities not in favor of a consolidated Memphis-Shelby County government.

    By Michael Waddell October 15, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Suburban parents consider vaccine options for children

    Some parents remain unsure about their children receiving the shot. But one family’s experience of living in Europe and seeing unvaccinated classmates contract chickenpox was a game-changer.

    By Michael Waddell October 12, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland board rejects changes to New Canada Road plan

    Citing the risk of losing TDOT funding if there are further delays, Lakeland officials are moving on with the New Canada Road project, and will decide on a connection to Laurel Hill Drive later.

    By Michael Waddell October 08, 2021
  • Spirit of Memphis

    Art of charcuterie at heart of Lakeland’s Chicks N Cheese

    Operated out of Kelly Daniele’s home, the Chicks N Cheese sells creative, colorful arrangements of tasty meats, cheese, fruit and veggies, along with candies, nuts, olives, pretzels, crackers and flowers.

    By Michael Waddell October 11, 2021
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    Opinion: Dorothy, this isn’t Arlington anymore

    With a short drive time to the proposed Ford Motor Co. campus, suburbs like Arlington and Lakeland are at a crossroads of how to address possible growth.

    By Clay Bailey September 30, 2021
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    Suburbs could become growth point with proximity to proposed Ford plans

    Arlington, Bartlett and Lakeland could emerge as the suburban municipalities that benefit most from Blue Oval City given its proximity to the Haywood County site. Arlington and Lakeland also seem prime for more growth in both housing and retail development before Ford’s announcement, this may only accelerate that process.

    By Omer Yusuf September 29, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland schools announces new position, leadership changes

    District unanimously approves a new director of assessment, accountability, and data position.

    By Michael Waddell September 27, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Cunningham touts development, road construction in annual report on Lakeland

    Lakeland Mayor Mike Cunningham updated some major projects in his State of the City address to the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.

    By Michael Waddell September 22, 2021
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland BOC approves master plan for new athletic park

    The Lakeland Board of Commissioners has adopted a plan for a proposed 100-acre park with numerous amenities from athletic fields to a disc golf course.

    By Michael Waddell September 15, 2021

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