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    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
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    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
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    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    Lakeland schools chief named TN Superintendent of the Year

    Lakeland School System (LSS) Superintendent Ted Horrell is the 2022 Tennessee Superintendent of the Year, the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents announced.

    By Michael Waddell September 13, 2021
  • Suburbs

    COVID, bus problems mark beginning of Lakeland school year

    The opening of schools in Lakeland has brought about the COVID-19 headaches suffered by every district, but also a shortage of bus drivers.

    By Michael Waddell September 10, 2021
  • Suburbs

    Lakeland BOC approves matters related to New Canada Road project

    A long-awaited realignment of Canada Road in Lakeland is moving closer to reality.

    By Michael Waddell September 03, 2021
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    Mystery grocery chain scouting Lakeland location for new store

    City Attorney Will Patterson says an anchor store is interested in a parcel on the north side of U.S. 64 at Berryhill Road.

    By Michael Waddell August 31, 2021

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