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<strong>Advancements in forecasting capabilities and communication have made the early dismissal of school easier to predict and manage, but that doesn&rsquo;t mean it&rsquo;s a simple call to make.</strong> (The Daily Memphian file)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
  • Suburbs

    Blooming business: Weekly service delivers flowers to your door

    Flowers, which come from owner Eva Brewer’s garden in Millington, arrive in arrangements of gold, pink, red, purple and white zinnias, marigolds, cosmos and hollyhocks.

    By Julia Baker October 10, 2021
  • News and Features

    Whataburger headed to Arlington with sixth local restaurant

    Whataburger continues its expansion into the local market with the announcement of a location on Airline Road in Arlington.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff September 15, 2021
  • Metro

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Suburbs

    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
  • Business

    Solar farm near Millington will support Facebook data center

    Millington is no stranger to solar farms; this newest one should come online in late 2023. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff May 19, 2021
  • Business

    Operations at Millington remain critical for Navy

    Most of the 6,700 Defense Department personnel who work throughout Shelby County are employed at Naval Support Activity Mid-South in Millington.

    By Toni Lepeska May 19, 2021
  • Suburbs

    Legislation regarding the 3Gs will not go to Senate floor

    Legislation impacting ownership and operation of Germantown’s legacy schools is on hold. It may be reconsidered in the 2022 legislative session.

    By Abigail Warren April 15, 2021
  • Subscribers only Education

    Opinion: Expect a battle before SCS surrenders 3G schools

    Much like the resolution to starting municipal schools in Shelby County’s suburbs, Germantown is backing state legislation to get the 3G schools under its control.

    By Clay Bailey March 30, 2021
  • Update Education

    Proposed legislation could bring 3G schools under Germantown school district

    Palazzolo said legislators are considering a bill that would not allow a school from one district to operate inside the boundaries of another.

    By Abigail Warren March 26, 2021
  • Update Suburbs

    All six suburban districts’ campuses closed Monday

    Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland and Millington students will continue to learn remotely Monday as uncertainty around road conditions in the suburbs persists.

    By Abigail Warren February 21, 2021
  • Metro

    County Commission approves first phase funding for Big Creek resilience project

    The project will widen a floodplain north of Big Creek for use as a recreational area with trails when the creek is low.

    By Bill Dries February 08, 2021
  • Business

    NexAir sees demand rise for dry ice, no thanks to Pfizer vaccine

    NexAir expected a surge in its sales of dry ice to ship and store Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine. That never happened. But the company still forecasts a 16% increase in dry ice sales this year because of the growing demands of e-commerce.

    By Tom Bailey February 04, 2021
  • Metro

    TNReady requirements concern suburban superintendents

    The governor and education commissioner have touted districts won’t be penalized based on test results. However, that’s only if 80% of students take the exam. Superintendents are concerned as so much uncertainty surrounds the requirements.

    By Abigail Warren January 22, 2021
  • Suburbs

    Some districts amend return-to-school plans

    Millington students will return to school virtually Jan. 4, due to the prediction by the Shelby County Health Department that COVID-19 cases will increase because of holiday gatherings.

    By Abigail Warren December 30, 2020
  • Elections

    Quinn ousts Sedgwick in Bartlett race for Alderman Position 6

    Challenger Kevin Quinn defeated incumbent Bartlett alderwoman Paula Sedgwick by a mere 61 votes in the suburb’s only contested alderman race, according to unofficial totals from the Shelby County Election Commission. 

    By Omer Yusuf November 04, 2020
  • Video Metro

    Behind the Headlines: Lakeland, Millington school superintendents weigh pandemic impact on students

    On “Behind The Headlines,” the leaders of the two suburban school systems also agreed with the recommendation of Gov. Bill Lee not to use the results of state achievement tests this year to evaluate teachers and students. Nevertheless, they are watching to gauge the impact of the pandemic on learning and the lives of students.

    By Bill Dries October 30, 2020

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