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<strong>Suburbs in Shelby County including Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown and Millington have separate water systems and are mostly unaffected by the water crisis.</strong> (The Daily Memphian file)Suburbs

Most Memphis suburbs avoid boil water order from deep freeze

The bulk of residents in the suburbs inside Shelby County have water supplied by the individual cities and have not come under the MLGW precautions.

By Michael Waddell December 28, 2022
Education

MSCS votes to transfer Lucy Elementary to Millington

Memphis-Shelby County Schools and Millington Municipal Schools District approved an agreement transferring ownership of Lucy Elementary by June 2027.

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Terms set for MSCS to transfer Lucy Elementary to Millington

By Abigail Warren, Aarron Fleming December 20, 2022
Millington

Terms set for MSCS to transfer Lucy Elementary to Millington

Memphis-Shelby County Schools will transfer Lucy Elementary to Millington Municipal School District by June 2027.

By Abigail Warren December 20, 2022
Education

MSCS could sue over 3G law

The deadline for MSCS to find an agreement or lose ownership of the schools is Jan. 1.

By Abigail Warren December 02, 2022

  • Millington Elections

    Millington elects two new school board members and keeps alderman

    Chris Ford returns to an alderman’s seat in Millington as several other members of the board returned to office in unopposed elections Tuesday.

    By Alicia Davidson November 09, 2022
  • Subscribers only Millington

    Local Welches thrive with their own grape juice

    After seeing their business grow during the pandemic, a pair of local winemakers in Millington expect to see more success as the area changes.

    By Joshua Carlucci November 06, 2022
  • Free to readers Elections

    Millington voters to decide two contested school board races

    Two offices are contested for the Millington Municipal Schools board on the Nov. 8 ballot, along with two candidates running unopposed.

    By Toni Lepeska October 20, 2022
  • Free to readers Elections

    Millington public safety on ballot as aldermen selected

    Chris Ford, 54, an insurance salesman, will defend the Position 3 alderman seat against Tom Stephens, a retired firefighter.

    By Toni Lepeska October 20, 2022
  • Criminal Justice

    Millington man pleads guilty on felony charges related to Jan. 6 Capitol riot

    Ronald Sandlin, 35, pleaded guilty in a federal district court in the District of Columbia to conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding and assaulting, resisting or impeding officers, according to a press release. 

    By Julia Baker October 03, 2022
  • Metro

    Suburban mayors back MLGW recommendation, still want representation

    With Memphis Light, Gas & Water Division now leaning toward staying the TVA as its power supplier, suburban leaders’ focus shifts to representation on the utility’s board.

    By Abigail Warren, Michael Waddell September 01, 2022
  • Suburbs

    Arlington, Collierville, Millington want a say ahead of MLGW recommendation

    Half of Shelby County’s suburbs passed a resolution seeking a voice in decisions regarding Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division.

    By Abigail Warren, Michael Waddell August 29, 2022
  • Subscribers only Suburbs

    Are later high school start times in the suburbs better for students?

    With studies showing benefits of students starting classes later in the morning, several districts are studying the move.

    By Michael Waddell August 22, 2022
  • Elections

    Germantown, Lakeland mayoral candidates unopposed as ballots are set in suburban elections

    The qualifying deadline for the Nov. 8 election was Thursday at noon. In addition to the federal and state elections, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown and Lakeland are holding municipal elections.

    By Abigail Warren August 25, 2022
  • Arlington

    Arlington-area church pays utilities bills for more than 100 MLGW customers

    The church’s leadership believes in “corporate” tithing. Just like they want their members to tithe 10% of their income to the church, Oak Spring donates 10% of its revenue to the community.

    By Michael Waddell July 09, 2022
  • Education

    Suburban districts see varied TCAP scores

    Suburban districts saw various improvements on TCAP data, released Wednesday. The third-grade retention law remains concerning for education leaders.

    By Abigail Warren July 21, 2022
  • Subscribers only Suburbs

    Suburban mayors voice concerns over MLGW talks

    Leaders of Shelby County’s smaller municipalities eye Memphis Light Gas & Water Division’s discussions to replace Tennessee Valley Authority, and say they’re frustrated by having no input in the discussion.

    By Abigail Warren June 13, 2022
  • Arts & Culture

    MidSouth Airshow is back, featuring Blue Angels

    The event will feature static display aircraft, aerobatic performances, military demonstrations and local emergency response helicopters.

    By Jasmine McCraven June 12, 2022
  • Subscribers only Suburbs

    Superintendents seek balance in weather-related closures

    Weather-related closures are layered decisions for local superintendents as they balance a number of concerns while prioritizing student safety.

    By Abigail Warren April 24, 2022
  • State Government

    Legislation affecting Germantown namesake schools heavily amended by Senate

    The Senate made significant revisions to a bill affecting the ownership and operations of four Memphis-Shelby County Schools.

    By Abigail Warren April 22, 2022
  • Suburbs

    Senate passes bill affecting 4 county schools with amendments

    A bill adopted by the state Senate regarding four schools in Shelby County suburbs must return to the House for review after a flurry of amendments before Senate passage Tuesday.

    By Abigail Warren April 13, 2022
  • Subscribers only Suburbs

    Lucy Elementary ‘part of the equation’ in legislation impacting Germantown schools

    Lucy Elementary lies in Millington. It’s one of four Memphis-Shelby County Schools campuses affected by pending legislation.

    By Abigail Warren April 07, 2022
  • Subscribers only City of Memphis

    Memphis International Raceway may close, raising risk of street racing

    The Millington track is considered by many a safe place to race. But regulars worry that drag racers will move to the streets if plans to sell the track and build a warehouse move forward.

    By Julia Baker April 04, 2022
  • State Government

    Tennessee Senate to vote on Germantown namesake schools

    Tennessee senators will vote on legislation affecting Germantown’s namesake schools next week. If the legislation becomes law, there is still much work on the local level.

    By Abigail Warren March 20, 2022
  • Germantown

    Legislation refiled over Germantown’s namesake schools

    Legislation that would transfer ownership of Germantown’s namesake schools from MSCS to the suburb is under consideration again by state lawmakers.

    By Abigail Warren March 03, 2022
  • Suburbs

    Millington schools closed Thursday due to winter weather

    Millington announced its schools are closed Thursday. Other suburban districts remained open.

    By Abigail Warren February 23, 2022
  • Arlington

    Increasing home sales add to suburbs’ growth

    Most suburbs saw more homes sell than the year prior. The seller’s market and low inventory continue to drive prices upward.

    By Abigail Warren February 06, 2022
  • Suburbs

    Meeman-Shelby Forest offering free New Year’s Day hikes

    The Millington park is one of dozens across Tennessee offering free Jan. 1 events to help residents start the year off exercising. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff December 25, 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
  • Millington

    Millington TIF approved for Forked Deer River Commons

    Plans call for mixed-use commercial development with $31.8 million in construction for retail, office and hotel spaces.

    By Bill Dries November 03, 2021

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