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.
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.
Suburban districts saw various improvements on TCAP data, released Wednesday. The third-grade retention law remains concerning for education leaders.
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.
The event will feature static display aircraft, aerobatic performances, military demonstrations and local emergency response helicopters.
Weather-related closures are layered decisions for local superintendents as they balance a number of concerns while prioritizing student safety.
The Senate made significant revisions to a bill affecting the ownership and operations of four Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
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.
Lucy Elementary lies in Millington. It’s one of four Memphis-Shelby County Schools campuses affected by pending legislation.
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.
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.
Legislation that would transfer ownership of Germantown’s namesake schools from MSCS to the suburb is under consideration again by state lawmakers.
Millington announced its schools are closed Thursday. Other suburban districts remained open.
Most suburbs saw more homes sell than the year prior. The seller’s market and low inventory continue to drive prices upward.
The Millington park is one of dozens across Tennessee offering free Jan. 1 events to help residents start the year off exercising.
From its roots as a general store, the business has transformed into a popular restaurant – popular enough that it needs to expand.
Plans call for mixed-use commercial development with $31.8 million in construction for retail, office and hotel spaces.
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.
Whataburger continues its expansion into the local market with the announcement of a location on Airline Road in Arlington.
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.
Suburban districts shared the number of students opting out following Gov. Bill Lee’s order. However, most students continue to mask.
While Shelby County’s population only grew by 1%, the suburbs reflected much higher percentages of population growth across the board.
Millington is no stranger to solar farms; this newest one should come online in late 2023.
Most of the 6,700 Defense Department personnel who work throughout Shelby County are employed at Naval Support Activity Mid-South in Millington.
Legislation impacting ownership and operation of Germantown’s legacy schools is on hold. It may be reconsidered in the 2022 legislative session.