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    Bailey: Term limits across the suburbs

    Bartlett became the latest suburb to put term limits on its elected officials, holding them to a trio of four-year terms.

    By Clay Bailey October 31, 2025
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    Former Lakeland Mayor Jim Bomprezzi dies

    Jim Bomprezzi, who worked as a Memphis police lieutenant before becoming Lakeland’s mayor for four years, died this past weekend.

    By Michael Waddell October 21, 2025
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    From ‘recreation desert’ to its golden era, Lakeland Parks is booming

    A dog park, an accessible playground and beyond, Lakeland Mayor Josh Roman says the city’s latest project “will be the cherry on top.”

    By Michael Waddell October 13, 2025
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    Lakeland may gain a new day care center

    The suburb’s Municipal Planning and Design Review Commission recommends a new site plan for The Learning Center on Canada Road.

    By Michael Waddell October 10, 2025
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    Just 1 Shelby County suburb has a full-time mayor. Germantown could soon make that 2.

    But all suburbs have a city administrator or manager who oversees day-to-day operations — and makes more money than their mayoral counterparts.

    By Abigail Warren, Michael Waddell October 06, 2025
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    Lakeland vice mayor to run for Shelby County Commission

    Michele Dial plans to pursue a seat on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners next year, a seat held by Mick Wright, who is term-limited.

    By Michael Waddell September 18, 2025
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    Lakeland receiver on record-setting pace

    Senior receiver Anden Quinn shines against the big dogs while combining with quarterback Brett Godwin in the area’s highest-flying passing attack.

    By John Varlas September 18, 2025
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    Lakeland planners approve site plan for independent living facility

    Amenities in the gated community will include an 11,000-square-foot club, a 2,000-square-foot fitness center/spa, a 16,000-square-foot pool area, two pickleball courts and other services.

    By Michael Waddell September 13, 2025
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    After funding went to private school vouchers, Lakeland looks for ways to pay for special education

    “Last year, they made it pretty clear to me they’re spending all the money on the private school vouchers. They said: ‘We don’t have any money left because we spent it all.’”

    By Michael Waddell September 09, 2025
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    Cracker Barrel scraps logo change after backlash

    Cracker Barrel in Lakeland wasn’t one of the locations that changed its logo and sign.

    By Michael Waddell August 28, 2025
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    Mystery grocer a sticking point as board rejects tax plan for Union Depot

    A desire for tax increment financing help on Union Depot hit a snag because the developer can’t tell city officials what grocery store is planned for the mixed-use development.

    By Michael Waddell August 27, 2025
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    Sundays! Sundays! Sundays! were for drag racing at Lakeland International speedway

    Nitro-burning hot rods used to speed along two lanes of asphalt on the land where the partially completed The Lake District now sits.

    By Michael Waddell August 17, 2025
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    New restaurants, yoga studio part of business flurry at Lakeland Town Square

    Several other commercial tenants recently opened or are opening soon.

    By Michael Waddell August 14, 2025
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    Wesley Wright announces run for county commission seat

    After serving as Lakeland commissioner, Wesley Wright is preparing for a run as county commissioner representing District 3.

    By Michael Waddell August 09, 2025
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    Land, the law and pickleball on tap at Lakeland meeting

    A couple of land donations, more law enforcement presence and the city’s first pickleball courts were big topics tackled at the Thursday meeting.

    By Michael Waddell July 18, 2025
  • Education

    For 11 years, Lakeland students attended Arlington schools. Next year, that changes.

    The Lakeland school district will add its first-ever senior class this year.

    By Michael Waddell July 15, 2025
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    Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades in the Memphis area

    Find Fourth of July fireworks and parades across the Mid-South in this guide — from Downtown Memphis to Southaven to Millington and everywhere in between. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff June 26, 2025
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    What to Order: Massive sushi rolls at Sakura

    Ellen Chamberlain says she loves discovering a hidden gem, and Sakura’s newest location in Lakeland certainly qualifies.

    By Ellen Chamberlain June 23, 2025
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    First-ever public fireworks show to light up Lakeland’s sky

    Plus a list of fireworks shows coming to Memphis’ suburbs to celebrate Fourth of July.

    By Michael Waddell June 22, 2025
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    A long and winding road: Lakeland’s New Canada Road finally nears construction

    After years of waiting, construction could begin later this year on New Canada Road, providing more traffic lanes and a straighter alignment from Interstate 40 to U.S. 70.

    By Michael Waddell June 19, 2025
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    Moribund Lake District project gets jump start

    Lakeland officials have approved a new development contract for The Lake District, breathing new life into the troubled mixed-use project after the original owner filed bankruptcy.

    By Michael Waddell June 10, 2025
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    Lakeland doesn’t raise property tax rate

    Lakeland has passed the final reading on its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, maintaining the certified property tax rate set after reappraisal, unlike other local suburbs.

    By Michael Waddell June 08, 2025
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    Bailey: All hail the young Lions and a championship trophy

    Within three years of starting its high school classes, Lakeland Prep is the state baseball champion and has bragging rights in Class AA.

    By Clay Bailey June 03, 2025
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    With Lakeland Town Square in final stages, developer changes focus

    Vince Smith is turning his focus to Ashmont, a 100-acre mixed-use project just north of the Interstate 40 and Canada Road interchange.

    By Michael Waddell May 29, 2025
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    Spring Fling: Lakeland Prep wins historic baseball title

    Olivier Grandchamp tosses a complete game as the Lakeland Lions complete an improbable run to their first championship.

    By John Varlas June 02, 2025

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