Ho no! Weather cancels Fri. Christmas in Bartlett event, but Sat. still on
Organizers hope the market featuring more than 50 artisans, and festivities at A. Keith McDonald Pavilion in W.J. Freeman Park can open as scheduled Saturday.
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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December 2021
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Bartlett Two well-known Bartlett restaurants receive beer permits
Beer permits are issued through the city, while liquor and wine permits come from the state.
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Lakeland Revised Lakeland Park project moves closer to meeting city’s regulations
The newest plans for the nearly 100-acre development include a three-story senior living facility; as well as walking trails, ponds, and tree preservation areas.
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Bartlett Union Depot passes first county hurdle, neighboring opposition wants changes
With a looming deadline for purchasing the former Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home property in Bartlett, the permits for a mixed-use project are on a fast track for consideration.
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Bartlett ‘Chef Mo’ rocking new Biscuits & Jams breakfast spot in Bartlett
Business has been booming for Biscuits & Jams since they opened, and the restaurant could expand to other cities next year.
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November 2021
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Lakeland The Lake District lights iconic sign in Lakeland
“It’s just an excellent beacon for this community. We’re hoping that planting this sign will cause other things to grow right here where we’re standing.”
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Millington 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.
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Arlington New Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott opens in Arlington
Arlington’s first hotel is preparing to soon start receiving guests for sports tournaments, wedding receptions and the upcoming developments east of town.
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Bartlett Bartlett IDB approves city’s 1st TIF project
Industrial Development Board endorses a tax increment financing proposal for Union Depot, a mixed-use project at the old Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home site in Bartlett.
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Arlington Holiday events set for Arlington, Bartlett and Lakeland
The suburbs in the northeast quadrant of Shelby County are preparing for the Christmas season with an array of events and celebrations in the coming weeks.
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Bartlett Never forget: A day to honor and salute our veterans
With a respectful, patriotic nod, local Veterans Day events recognized the commitment of those who served in the military.
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Bartlett Bartlett giving up to $1 million to Saint Francis
In other matters, the board approved the naming of the new fleet maintenance facility after Mayor Keith McDonald, who has announced he will not seek another term next year.
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Lakeland Lakeland hires national retail recruiter
Commissioners say Retail Strategies can “market us to regional and national brands that have a hard time understanding Lakeland.”
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Real EstateDeveloper seeks Bartlett’s first-ever TIF
Keith Grant aims to transform land at U.S. 70 and Stage Road into a development called Union Depot.
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Lakeland Some on Board of Commission dislike proposed Lakeland Park layout
The Lakeland Park mixed-use project by John Hyneman failed to get a ringing endorsement from the Board of Commissioners. More work is needed before the board votes on the matter.
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Arlington Arlington takes preliminary steps toward designing new Town Hall
The staff of eight people is tightly packed in the current Town Hall at 5854 Airline Rd.
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Arlington Arlington christens fire station south of Interstate 40
With an eye on growth to the south, the Town of Arlington dedicates its second fire station.
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October 2021
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Business Lakeland EDC recommends hiring retail recruitment firm
Economic Development Commission encourages the city’s Board of Commissioners to hire retail recruiter Retail Strategies to assist with bringing desirable businesses to the area.
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Real Estate Hyneman’s vision for Lakeland Park mixed-use project unveiled
The developer worked a long time on a 100-acre project near Canada Road and Davies Plantation. Now, his father, John, is taking on the project in his son’s honor.
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LakelandDeveloper says Lakeland Town Square phase 2 could start in spring
Vince Smith, developer of Lakeland Town Square, gave an update to the mixed-use project to the Chamber of Commerce at a luncheon meeting.
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Lakeland Grocery chain opts out of Lakeland spot for now
“This may resurface at some time in the future, but for now this project as previously outlined will not move forward.”
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ArlingtonArlington planners approve Huff Group Holdings expansion
Huff Group Holdings will expand its footprint in Arlington, while the town’s Planning Commission approved more phases of Myers Park development.
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Arlington Lakeland takes stand against consolidated government
Add Lakeland to the list of suburban municipalities not in favor of a consolidated Memphis-Shelby County government.
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Arlington Arlington DRC approves Veterans Home site plan
Arlington’s Design Review Committee has approved the site plan for the West Tennessee Veterans Home.
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Lakeland Suburban parents consider vaccine options for children
Some parents remain unsure about their children receiving the shot. But one family’s experience of living in Europe and seeing unvaccinated classmates contract chickenpox was a game-changer.
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