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<strong>&ldquo;We want to make sure the investment is comparable regardless of where a student&rsquo;s family decides to make home,&rdquo; Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris (in a file photo) said. He was photographed last month at a press conference announcing a funding push for a new Frayser high school.</strong> (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)Metro

Suburban superintendents hope for increased county funds

Wheel tax increase could help fund capital needs

Area school superintendents are closely watching Mayor Lee Harris’ wheel tax proposal, if approved the could see an increase in funding for capital needs.

By Abigail Warren May 28, 2023
Update Suburbs

Here’s how suburban third graders fared on the TCAP

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. 

By Abigail Warren May 24, 2023
Lakeland

The Owner’s Box Sports Grill in Lakeland is opening soon

“This really wasn’t the plan,” owner Amanda Martelli joked. “I always wanted my own sports restaurant, and I never thought that (my husband) would do this for me. But here we are.”

By Michael Waddell May 22, 2023
Suburbs

Lakeland targets Canada Road ‘eyesores’ amid redevelopment

Purchase of the Relax Inn and an adjoining site are next in Lakeland’s effort to re-invent the north side of the Canada Road-Interstate 40 interchange.

By Michael Waddell May 21, 2023

  • Lakeland

    Lakeland approves first reading of fiscal budget with property tax hike

    Residents could face a 15-cent property tax increase with the revenue covering the cost of a new YMCA and purchasing properties north of the Interstate 40 interchange.

    By Michael Waddell May 19, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Latest Lakeland project plans have ‘basically flipped everything’

    Plans for Chapel Lakes, a residential development in Lakeland, have been presented to the city a few times but never moved forward. Now a new developer is in the driver’s seat. 

    By Michael Waddell May 13, 2023
  • $10 Deals

    $10 Deal: Lakeland’s Kukuruku Crispy Chicken

    If we’re being real, chicken might be the true favored protein in Memphis year-round, and Kukuruku offers more variety of a thing we already can’t get enough of. 

    By Chris Herrington May 11, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland to condemn hotel property in new TIF district

    Negotiations have broken down for Lakeland to purchase a hotel site near Interstate 40, and the suburb will go through condemnation procedures with a YMCA on the horizon.

    By Michael Waddell May 06, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland ponders partnership with MATA

    With Lakeland being on the route between Memphis and BlueOval City, the suburb and MATA are discussing a possible partnership to extend transportation.

    By Michael Waddell April 21, 2023
  • Lakeland

    YMCA eyes Lakeland for new facility

    The YMCA is in discussions with the City of Lakeland to bring a new community center to the northeast Shelby County suburb.

    By Michael Waddell April 11, 2023
  • Suburbs

    Lakeland approves moratorium on Canada Road commercial development

    As Lakeland awaits a new comprehensive plan, the suburb’s commissioners have put a one-year moratorium on new commercial applications along Canada Road south of Interstate 40.

    By Michael Waddell April 07, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland school board approves 2023-24 fiscal budget

    The Lakeland School System’s annual budget is proposed to increase about $3 million as the district continues to grow, adding grades to its high school.

    By Michael Waddell April 06, 2023
  • Food

    Kukuruku Crispy Chicken brings Filipino flavor to Lakeland

    With a variety of chicken choices in restaurants across the county, a Filipino variety is coming to Lakeland.

    By Michael Waddell March 30, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lake District developer files bankruptcy

    The developer of The Lake District filed reorganization bankruptcy on Friday, avoiding a foreclosure auction on the Lakeland development.

    By Michael Waddell March 24, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lake District developer owes contractors more than $1 million

    At least seven contractors and subcontractors who have worked in The Lake District have filed liens against Netanel and his companies.

    By Samuel Hardiman March 23, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland leaders rally around Lake District despite foreclosure news

    With financial questions arising again for The Lake District, Lakeland officials express hope the developer of the mixed-use project can again save the plan.

    By Michael Waddell March 15, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland approves first reading to bump up sewer rates

    Currently, Lakeland has a declining sewer rate scale that does not reflect the cost of service and has no minimum bill and no cost-of-living adjustment.

    By Michael Waddell March 10, 2023
  • Suburbs

    Lakeland leaders eye measures to address crime

    With growing concerns about crime in the Memphis metro area, Lakeland officials want a tougher stance on offenders.

    By Michael Waddell March 05, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Make-A-Wish, Brother International team up to grant young girl’s Disney dream

    A young cancer patient and her family will venture to the happiest place on earth because of the efforts of Brother International and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

    By Michael Waddell March 01, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland hosts community workshop for development plan

    “Recent events and activity at City Hall have shown that Lakeland residents really care about how economic growth occurs in the city,” City Manager Michael Walker said.

    By Michael Waddell March 01, 2023
  • Lakeland

    County Commission approves tax incentive for Lakeland Gateway

    The County Commission approved a new TIF for the area of Lakeland north of Interstate 40 and Canada Road, a benefit that should enhance the area.

    By Michael Waddell February 23, 2023
  • Ford Megasite

    Officials discuss BlueOval City infrastructure growth for West Tennessee

    Several mayors from West Tennessee had a discussion on Tuesday to get an idea for what is anticipated and the challenges they will face when BlueOval City moves into the region.

    By Michael Waddell February 22, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland rejects new Dollar General, more multifamily at The Lake District

    Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission says no to a Dollar General and some changes to The Lake District development.

    By Michael Waddell February 20, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland seeks third TIF district

    Lakeland officials have endorsed a third TIF to enhance the northern gateway into the suburb from the Interstate 40-Canada Road junction.

    By Michael Waddell February 23, 2023
  • Suburbs

    Stinky business: Memphis, suburbs push sewer capacity

    Sewer systems can have a major impact on growth. Memphis and its suburbs have a sometimes complicated relationship when it comes to that business.

    By Michael Waddell February 12, 2023
  • Lakeland

    No smoking section: Lakeland restricts vape shops

    Lakeland officials push out vape and CBD shops and give go-ahead for revised Lakeland Meadows plans and cell tower setbacks.

    By Michael Waddell February 10, 2023
  • Lakeland

    A 40-year-old company named Lakeland Business of the Year

    The award recognizes a business organization that has diligently built and maintained a strong and dependable relationship with the Lakeland community.

    By Michael Waddell January 30, 2023
  • Suburbs

    Suburban home sales dip in 2022 as market stabilizes

    Suburban home sales dipped in 2022, and new home sales remained low compared to the previous year.

    By Abigail Warren January 30, 2023
  • Lakeland

    Lakeland pauses new commercial development along U.S. 70

    With concerns about crime, congestion and over-development, Lakeland officials have placed a one-year moratorium on commercial projects along U.S. 70.

    By Michael Waddell January 26, 2023

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