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Lakeland hosts candidate forum despite 2 no-shows

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:49:26 -0500

A Lakeland candidates forum turned into questions exclusively for incumbent mayor Josh Roman after his opponent chose not to attend.

Lakeland chooses houses over commercial in rezoning vote

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:07 -0500

Before the vote, some Lakeland residents voiced concerns about rezoning the area.

Bartlett opens its first fully inclusive playground

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 04:00:02 -0500

Renovations to Shadowlawn Park in Bartlett have not only updated the facilities, but also made it more inclusive to children.

Millington to roll out rideshare program by Thanksgiving

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:55:29 -0500

Millington is partnering with several other entities to provide a rideshare program in the suburb with hopes to have it in operation by Thanksgiving.

Culver's coming to Memphis area

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:59:14 -0500

Culver’s, the chain that features ButterBurgers, cheese curds and frozen custard, will open it first location in the Greater Memphis area.

Threadgill to retire from Bartlett Chamber early next year

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:37:30 -0500

After leading the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce for more than two decades, John Threadgill is retiring at the end of January as the group’s president.

McCarter withdraws from Lakeland forum hours before scheduled start

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:49:19 -0500

Lakeland mayoral hopeful Connie McCarter withdrew from a Monday night candidates forum saying she saw no benefit to her campaign to appear.

Bartlett alderman candidates face off at public forum

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:02 -0500

The candidates for the three Bartlett alderman races on the November ballot, made their case for election during a forum Friday night.

New bites and old sites: How Bartlett’s restaurant scene is changing

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 04:00:07 -0500

That restaurant landscape in Bartlett includes some that are opening, some that have closed, some that are renovated and some that are victims of vandalism.

Bartlett names Oct. 13 for 'Greybeard' Sanders, advances Innovation Park

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:22:07 -0500

The Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen honors 91-year-old Appalachian Trail record holder and approves $131,479 for Innovation Park.

Brunswick's railyard ties continue to shape community today

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:26:34 -0500

Once a bustling railway depot, today the quiet community tucked just outside of Bartlett and Lakeland is still home to a resilient commercial district.

Millington recommends candidate for police chief

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 18:04:12 -0500

After a search to replace Chief Chris Stokes, Millington has chosen a former deputy chief with the Memphis Police Department.

Memphis Motorsports Park back on auction block

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 17:02:53 -0500

The hopes of resurrecting Memphis Motorsports Park drove into the ditch, as the former auto racing venue south of Millington is back on the market.

Lakeland school district stands against possible open-enrollment legislation

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 17:01:26 -0500

Lakeland school leaders are voicing their opposition to open enrollment and making sure district and city employees can still send their kids to the suburban system.

Bartlett commission favors next phase of Union Depot, frowns on new homes

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Tue, 6 Oct 2026 14:45:31 -0500

The Union Depot development continues to move forward, but the Guffin Estates residential development hits a snag before the Planning Commission because of the size of lots.

New Arlington walking trail takes visitors through 125 years of town history

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Sun, 4 Oct 2026 04:00:11 -0500

Interpretive markers and QR codes share photos, stories and narrated history about the town’s railroad and farming roots.

Millington expands mental health services

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:50:29 -0500

The City of Millington is partnering with Alliance Healthcare to address mental health issues, a problem that has risen after several teen suicides at the city’s high school.

Historic Brunswick building gets new life as Brunswick Rail Yard restaurant

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:00:03 -0500

The building, owned by the same family since 1918, will have three boxcar-style kitchens, a bar, a stage and a planned video game room.

New stores and development signify a growing Millington

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:41:29 -0500

A new Academy Sports in Millington is part of a stream of businesses coming to the North Shelby County suburb.

Arlington commission approves site plan for new church

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:59:32 -0500

The Arlington Planning Commission has approved a new church — Donelson Oaks Church of Christ. Until it is finished, the congregation meets at a visitors center along Interstate 40.