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    Lake District development gains 3 more tenants

    The Lake District continues to announce new tenants as the massive mixed-use development off the main junction for Interstate 40 at Lakeland takes shape.

    By Michael Waddell August 27, 2021
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    Lakeland commission endorses plans for outparcel at The Lake District

    The approval is the second for an outparcel in The Lake District.

    By Michael Waddell August 21, 2021
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    Schools see baseline of COVID-19 before governor’s order

    Schools saw COVID-19 even when universal masking was required. The numbers from the first week of school, prior to Gov. Bill Lee’s order, provide a baseline.

    By Abigail Warren August 18, 2021
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    Germantown leads suburbs with nearly 15% of students not masking

    Suburban districts shared the number of students opting out following Gov. Bill Lee’s order. However, most students continue to mask.

    By Abigail Warren August 18, 2021
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    Census shows growth in six suburbs

    While Shelby County’s population only grew by 1%, the suburbs reflected much higher percentages of population growth across the board.

    By Omer Yusuf, Abigail Warren August 16, 2021
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    Lakeland officials express concern for golf carts, ATVs on city streets

    Lakeland has seen a growing use of unauthorized motor vehicles, such as golf cars, on city streets and want to concentrate on enforcing the laws against it.

    By Michael Waddell August 14, 2021
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    Some suburban districts show highest proficiency rates in Tennessee

    Five of the Shelby County suburban districts saw some of the top achievements in results for TCAP, the state-mandated testing.

    By Abigail Warren August 13, 2021
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    The new home feature no one wants but everyone may get

    More than three years ago, the United States Postal Service mandated cluster mailboxes be installed in every new project, from apartments to single-family developments. And that’s causing problems for area developers. 

    By Michael Waddell August 11, 2021
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    Lakeland considers new development strategy in look to the future

    Some of the key players in Lakeland’s economic development met this week to start establishing a plan for the suburb’s future, particularly along prominent roads.

    By Michael Waddell August 07, 2021
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    Lakeland board approves options on two sites for new schools

    The sites are for future schools, looking 15 to 20 years down the road, Superintendent Ted Horrell said. 

    By Michael Waddell July 27, 2021
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    Restaurateur seeks Railgarten-like venue for Lakeland

    According to Lakeland’s economic development specialist, a Downtown Memphis business owner who resides in Lakeland wants to bring a venue like Railgarten or Carolina Watershed to the suburb.

    By Michael Waddell July 24, 2021
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    Lakeland board recommends Chapel Lakes denial

    Lakeland’s Municipal Planning/Design Review Commission recommended Thursday evening, July 15, denial of the $150 million Chapel Lakes residential project. The Board of Commissioners will have the final say.

    By Michael Waddell July 16, 2021
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    In chaotic frenzy, Arlington, Lakeland can’t keep up with homebuyers

    Record low inventory levels have continued across the Mid-South since the second half of last year, while pricing is also steadily climbing higher both for existing and newly built homes.

    By Michael Waddell July 14, 2021
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    Lakeland Board of Commissioners approves Heathfield project

    Lakeland’s Board of Commissioners approved unanimously a preliminary development plan for the 80-acre Heathfield on Scott’s Creek residential project between Old Brownsville and Seed Tick roads north of U.S. 70.

    By Michael Waddell July 12, 2021
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    Lakeland Prep high school construction on schedule

    The Lakeland School System is on track to open the district’s first high school, filling a void as the only one of the six suburban systems without one.

    By Michael Waddell July 08, 2021
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    Lakeland names new member to planning board

    After welcoming new member Brian Sullivan, the Lakeland planning commission approves businesses and discusses new regulations.

    By Michael Waddell June 21, 2021
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    Summer learning-loss camps offer kids fun ways to catch up

    Summer program offers more enjoyable ways for Arlington and Lakeland students to keep pace or catch up on studies after a tough academic year.

    By Michael Waddell June 21, 2021
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    Lakeland unveils first draft of new athletic park master plan

    The initial draft of a 100-acre park master plan in Lakeland addresses several of the amenities residents addressed in a survey, but also includes needed baseball and softball fields.

    By Michael Waddell June 16, 2021
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    Lakeland approves budget, drops property tax rate to $1.04

    Lakeland settled on a $1.04 property tax rate to fund its $100.5 million budget. Increased sales tax revenues helped offset the suburb’s spending.

    By Michael Waddell June 11, 2021
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    Collierville business owners expanding brands to Lakeland Town Square

    Rick and Brenda Frembgen are bringing Carrington Oaks Coffeehouse and Floral, along with their newest franchise — The Exercise Coach — to Phase 1 at the $70 million mixed-use project on U.S. 70 at Seed Tick Road.

    By Michael Waddell June 11, 2021
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    Lakeland approves TIF amendment for Lakeland Town Square

    Lakeland’s Economic Development Commission/Industrial Development Board granted Lakeland Town Square additional TIF funding Thursday night for Phase 2 of the mixed-use project’s infrastructure expenses.

    By Michael Waddell June 04, 2021
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    Lakeland planning/design review secretary resigns; ‘pretty sexy’ gas station gets nod

    Lakeland officials recommended approval of a new convenience store/gas station at Lakeland Town Square, while Clint Starnes stepped aside from the suburb planning commission because of personal and scheduling conflicts.

    By Michael Waddell May 29, 2021
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    Margaritas among first tenants announced for Lakeland Town Square

    Margaritas Mexican Grill & Bar is among the first commercial tenants announced for Lakeland Town Square with an opening date for the restaurant sometime around the first of the year.

    By Michael Waddell May 26, 2021
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    Lakeland officials embarrassed by planning board absences

    A failure of Lakeland planning and design review commission citizen members to attend recent meetings has led to cancellations and frustration from elected officials.

    By Michael Waddell May 25, 2021
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    Time’s running out for Bartlett vaccination site

    As coronavirus shots become available at drugstores and doctor’s offices, the need for the drive-thru serving Bartlett, Lakeland and Arlington has diminished, said Bartlett Mayor Keith McDonald.

    By Omer Yusuf May 21, 2021

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