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Despite social media outrage, no one speaks at meeting where Germantown considers sanitation-fee increase

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 15:13:05 -0500

Although school leaders, two school board candidates and a few residents were present, none chose to speak during the formal opportunity provided. There was quite a bit of public concern on social media about a new sanitation contract that will raise rates for residents.

Property taxes hold steady in proposed Germantown budget

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 04:00:15 -0500

While the property tax rate will remain at $1.79 per $100 of assessed value, homeowners may have something to say Monday about a significant increase in sanitation costs facing the suburb.

In Millington's capital-improvement plan and budget, 'there’s something for everybody'

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 08:13:07 -0500

The property tax rate and other fees will remain flat, city leaders said.

Bed, Bath & Beyond is returning to Germantown with a friend: The Container Store

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:21:12 -0500

Germantown hasn’t had a Bed Bath and Beyond in six years, but fans of the home goods store won’t have to wait much longer.

Germantown residents relish living near horse show

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:43:32 -0500

Some may be annoyed by the sights, sounds and smells that accompany the Germantown Charity Horse Show, but not some of those who live near the festivities.

Germantown’s Glasgow plan stuck in limbo amid FEMA delays

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 06:50:51 -0500

The government shutdown is partially responsible for delays at the country club.

Eat spaghetti gravy at Italian Fest, and dance to Italo disco at Wiseacre

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 15:07:03 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, hear “weird music” at Crosstown, watch dragon boats race at Shelby Farms and see Olympic stars on ice in Southaven.

Most suburban school districts say they aren't getting funding owed to them

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 27 May 2026 12:21:57 -0500

A 13-year-old referendum is sparking a budget battle in some Memphis suburbs as school boards see flat funding despite higher property values. However, government officials say they can freeze the funding due to other ways they contribute.

Collierville budget plan: no tax increase, higher utility bills and more employee benefits

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 26 May 2026 07:23:06 -0500

Molly Mehner, town administrator, has repeatedly urged elected officials to focus on needs instead of wants, calling the financial plan a “plain Jane” budget.

Scotty Hendricks resigns from Germantown schools board

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 19 May 2026 20:19:44 -0500

Hendricks is resigning about six months before the end of the term as his family will relocate. He was appointed to the GMSD board in 2025 to finish the term of Dr. Daniel Chatham.

Germantown school board passes tight $92M budget amid funding battle

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 19 May 2026 19:32:25 -0500

The approval “should not be misconstrued as consent,” as Germantown school leaders say there is still money that the city owes the suburban district.

Collierville envisions its future

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Mon, 18 May 2026 07:22:36 -0500

Collierville engaged residents last week to further understand their desires for the town’s future, many saying they favor growth — whether moderate or significant.

Germantown Symphony Orchestra conductor is laying down his baton

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Sat, 16 May 2026 15:21:01 -0500

Ron Vernon is stepping down as music director for Tennessee’s longest-standing community symphonic orchestra.

Brass band on the Wolf, Bigfoot on Beale and Birdcap's new book

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 14 May 2026 19:59:56 -0500

This week, you can peep Cooper-Young backyard gardens, camp out with mushroom people and release your intentions into Hyde Lake.

Germantown not paying schools what voters were promised

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 13 May 2026 15:27:39 -0500

Germantown Municipal School District believes it is being shortchanged in the amount of money it has been given by the suburb. It holds that residents voted for the school district to receive more funds annually, as property values increase.

Germantown sanitation rates are going up despite some pushback

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 12 May 2026 06:32:04 -0500

A Germantown board approved a new sanitation contract, and residents should see the price increase on their bill this summer.

Declining birth rates impact enrollment in Shelby County's suburban schools

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Mon, 11 May 2026 09:23:34 -0500

Enrollment is trending downward across Shelby County’s suburban schools, and that impacts funding as the municipal districts are finalizing their budgets.

'Somebody is going to die’: Collierville considering restrictions for e-bikes, motorized scooters

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Mon, 11 May 2026 09:01:38 -0500

The growth of electric bikes and their increasing presence in Collierville have officials considering some rules regarding limitations on the mode of transportation.

Germantown full-time mayor referendum fails

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 6 May 2026 12:53:54 -0500

“The more they tried to explain it, the worse it got,” said Patrick Lawton, former Germantown city administrator.

X no longer marks the spot for Collierville communications

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Wed, 6 May 2026 12:39:11 -0500

Collierville won’t be posting anymore on X, formerly Twitter. The decision was partially due to engagement but also due to explicit content that surfaced when searching the town’s name.