Bartlett to build $12M 911 emergency dispatch center
With a focus on a better facility and a less-stressful working environment, Bartlett will become the first suburb with a new 911 call center opening in about a year.
Michael Waddell
Michael Waddell is a native Memphian with more than 20 years of professional writing and editorial experience, working most recently with The Daily News and High Ground News.
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Arlington Arlington approves budget with no property tax hike
Arlington officials hope to hold the line on the current property tax rate last the town begins laying out the fiscal year budget.
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April 2023
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Arlington Legislation draws line between Shelby and Fayette counties
After months and months and months of haggling and discussion, Gov. Bill Lee has signed legislation clarifying the exact boundary between Shelby and Fayette counties.
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Arlington Art, music and ‘yummy deliciousness’ star at Arlington in April
The festival is hosted each year by the Arlington Chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities (APTA), and serves as the organization’s largest fundraiser.
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Bartlett Bartlett City Schools approves $100 million fiscal budget for next year
With potential growth expected, and salary increases to keep pace with other districts, the Bartlett City Schools budget for the coming fiscal year has crept above $100 million.
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Arlington Arlington superintendent’s contract extended after annual evaluation
Jeff Mayo, superintendent of Arlington Community Schools, score nearly perfect on his annual evaluation, leading to a one-year extension of his contract as head of the suburban district.
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Bartlett Bartlett approves first reading of next year’s fiscal budget
Bartlett will maintain its property tax rate under the proposed budget, but there are several fees that the suburb will add in the coming fiscal year.
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Bartlett Bartlett plans new sewer line to spur development
Bartlett continues to work on its sewage flow and release of it to the Memphis system with holding tanks designed to deliver the sewage during off-peak times.
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Business Bartlett custom earplug business battles hearing loss
In an effort to protect the hearing of those involved in loud work environments or gun-shooting sports, a Bartlett woman has started a business of custom earplugs.
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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.
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Bartlett Bartlett mayor proposes higher budget with steady property tax rates
Bartlett officials began their review of the coming fiscal year’s budget on Thursday, with no anticipation of a property tax increase, but a hike in a couple of fees.
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Bartlett Bartlett Breakfast Factory/Chef Flavas opens, with two restaurants in one
Co-owner Christopher Moore appeared on the Food Network’s “Chopped” show in 2019. He and his wife are embarking on their second restaurant venture together.
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Bartlett Bartlett students shine at ‘friend-raiser’
The Bartlett Education Foundation spotlights the suburb’s high schoolers in a fundraiser focused on student achievements.
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Arlington Arlington breaks ground on fine arts wing at high school
The Arlington Community Schools district has begun construction on a new fine arts wing that will triple the size available for programs such as band and art students.
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Bartlett A new record: With expansion, Bartlett company poised to be one of largest producers of vinyl records
Memphis Record Pressing is capitalizing on the huge revitalized interest in vinyl records that has emerged over the past decade.
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Bartlett Bartlett mayor announces Chamber of Commerce partnership
On Tuesday, April 11, Parsons held a press conference at Bartlett City Hall to talk about accomplishments of the first few months of the year, along with new projects, partnerships and goals moving forward.
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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.
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Lakeland 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.
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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.
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Arlington Arlington BMA gets glimpse of parks and town hall master plans
Arlington officials got a look this week at master plans for a new Town Hall and the surrounding amenities, along with the future improvements of parks.
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Arlington OrthoSouth expands in Arlington with new clinic
Arlington’s medical services grow as OrthoSouth opens its ninth clinic in the same medical complex as Baptist’s new emergency department that opened in January at 5150 Airline Road.
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Bartlett El Idolo owner plans new restaurant in Bartlett
The Lopez Grill project is part of what officials hope will be a revitalization of the historic downtown Bartlett Station area.
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Metro ‘I just came out to help:’ Covington recovers after devastating tornado
Friends and neighbors in Covington gathered to pick up the pieces after a tornado tore through the area, decimating the town.
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Bartlett An eggcellent time: Bartlett hosts annual Easter Egg Hunt
Shan Criswell, director of the Bartlett Parks and Rec Department estimates the city has held the egg hunt for more than 30 years.
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March 2023
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FoodKukuruku 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.
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