Editorial Results (free)
1.
Suburban Superintendents Mark Fifth School Year in Changing Times for Education -
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
When he began creating the Bartlett City Schools system five years ago, superintendent David Stephens had more middle schools than he had middle school students in the suburban city. And the high school-aged population was split between Bartlett and Bolton high schools.
2.
Day One -
Monday, August 6, 2018
Five school years into the historic merger and demerger of public education in Shelby County, the start of the sixth school year classes this month shows the change is establishing very real roots.
3.
Woman, Minority, Trailblazer: Indra Nooyi is Leaving Pepsico -
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
PURCHASE, N.Y. (AP) — Longtime PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi will step down as the top executive at the world's second-largest food and beverage company.
4.
Discount Home Goods Store Joins Retail Center -
Saturday, July 28, 2018
The first Home Centric in the market, a discount home goods store owned by Beall’s Inc., is on its way to Shops of Forest Hill in Germantown.
The 14,400-square-foot retailer will be located next to Sprouts Farmers Market in the Target-anchored shopping center at the corner of Poplar Avenue and Forest Hill-Irene Road.
5.
Discount Home Goods Store Joins G’Town Retail Center -
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
The first Home Centric in the market, a discount home goods store owned by Beall’s Inc., is on its way to Shops of Forest Hill in Germantown.
The 14,400-square-foot retailer will be located next to Sprouts Farmers Market in the Target-anchored shopping center at the corner of Poplar Avenue and Forest Hill-Irene Road.
6.
June 29-July 5, 2018: This week in Memphis history -
Saturday, June 30, 2018
2016: Four children – ages 6 months to 4 years old – are found stabbed to death in their apartment at The Greens of Irene complex in southeast Shelby County. A fifth child, 7 years old, escapes the house and alerts neighbors, who call Shelby County sheriff’s deputies. The mother of the children, Shanynthia Gardner, is charged with the murders.
7.
Bartlett High Joins Wave of School Construction -
Friday, June 8, 2018
Though summer break has started, some of the school-year buzz remained on the campus of Bartlett High School this week as a group of adults gathered with ceremonial shovels for a groundbreaking.
Student-athletes came and went from other parts of the sprawling 26-acre campus that has been home to Bartlett’s only high school for more than a century.
8.
Germantown School System Files $25 Million in Permits -
Saturday, May 26, 2018
The Germantown Municipal School District has filed two building permit applications totaling $25 million to expand its Forest Hill-Irene Road campus.
At $21.3 million, the larger of the two permit applications is for a 10,000-square-foot new elementary school, gym and playground at 3366 Forest Hill-Irene Road, while the second is for a $3.7 million, one-story administration building at 3350 Forest Hill Irene Road, according to the applications.
9.
Sleep Out Louie Returns, Tennessee Brewery Preps for Phase II -
Monday, May 28, 2018
150 Peabody Place, Memphis, TN 38103: After more than a decade, Sleep Out Louie, Memphis’ favorite fictional vagabond, is returning to the Bluff City.
10.
Germantown School District Files $25M in Building Permits -
Monday, May 21, 2018
The Germantown Municipal School District has filed two building permit applications totaling $25 million to expand its Forest Hill-Irene Road campus.
At $21.3 million, the larger of the two permit applications is for a 10,000-square-foot new elementary school, gym and playground at 3366 Forest Hill-Irene Road, while the second is for a $3.7 million, one-story administration building at 3350 Forest Hill-Irene Road, according to the applications.
11.
Last Word: BSMF Opens, Germantown's New Elementary and Links at St. Jude -
Friday, May 4, 2018
The Beale Street Music Festival opens Friday and the clouds appear right on cue. But that, in and of itself, doesn’t stop the proceedings in Tom Lee Park. Lightning is another matter, of course. Poncho and boots are a part of the Memphis In May identity. And one day there will be a digital map of the park’s terrain that shows the areas that are the mud pits and those that are largely mud proof. That’s for some of you to avoid them and others among you to find them and “celebrate” them.
12.
Germantown To Fund School Deferred Maintenance -
Friday, May 4, 2018
Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo will propose more city capital funding in his upcoming budget proposal for renovation and maintenance of schools in the Germantown Municipal School District.
Palazzolo announced the move this week at the groundbreaking for construction of the new $27 million, 110,000-square-foot Germantown Elementary School on Forest Hill-Irene Road south of Poplar Pike.
13.
Election Sites Changing For Upcoming Election -
Saturday, March 17, 2018
The Shelby County Election Commission will vote Tuesday, March 20, on several polling site changes that would take effect with the May 1 county primary elections.
Some polling site changes from one election to another are a regular part of the business of elections.
14.
Some Election Sites Changing For Upcoming Election -
Friday, March 16, 2018
The Shelby County Election Commission will vote Tuesday, March 20, on several polling site changes that would take effect with the May 1 county primary elections.
Some polling site changes from one election to another are a regular part of the business of elections.
15.
BankTennessee Adds Lender, Universal Banker -
Thursday, February 8, 2018
BankTennessee has added a new senior lender and promoted another employee to its “universal banker” designation.
The Collierville-based bank has hired Brian Lowery as senior lender and senior vice president, working out of its Downtown Memphis office. Lowery has more than 25 years of banking experience, and prior to joining BankTennessee, he served as chief credit officer and senior lender at Highlands Union Bank in Abingdon, Virginia.
16.
Germantown Mayor Seeks Multifamily Moratorium -
Friday, December 8, 2017
In the waning minutes of a Germantown Planning Commission meeting this week, Mayor Mike Palazzolo proposed a moratorium on all new standalone multifamily developments in the suburb’s Smart Code zoning districts.
17.
Lenox Park Buildings Sell for $5.3 Million -
Monday, November 27, 2017
This week's Real Estate Recap features the sale of two Class A office buildings totaling more than 200,000 square feet; a residential development being planned near a proposed new elementary school in Germantown; and more.
18.
Developers Eyeing 117-Lot Subdivision Near New Elementary School in Germantown -
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Looking to capitalize on its proximity to Germantown’s new elementary school site, developers have submitted an application to planning officials for 117-lot subdivision near the southwest corner of Forest Hill-Irene Road and Poplar Pike.
19.
Germantown Panel OKs Plan for Old Kroger Site -
Saturday, November 11, 2017
At its Tuesday, Nov. 7, meeting, the Germantown Planning Commission advanced a trio of developments that included a revised final site plan for the Germantown Collection Shopping Center, a 310-unit multifamily development, and Germantown’s new elementary school.
20.
Germantown Planning Board OKs Plan for Old Kroger Site -
Thursday, November 9, 2017
At its Tuesday, Nov. 7, meeting, the Germantown Planning Commission advanced a trio of developments that included a revised final site plan for the Germantown Collection Shopping Center, a 310-unit multifamily development, and Germantown’s new elementary school.
21.
G’town Planning Commission Approves Plans for Old Kroger Site, New Multifamily -
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
At its Tuesday, Nov. 7 meeting, The Germantown Planning Commission advanced a trio of developments that included a revised final site plan for the Germantown Collection Shopping Center, a 310-unit multifamily development, and Germantown’s new elementary school.
22.
Commercial Developers See Bright Future With Collierville's Growth -
Saturday, October 28, 2017
The town of Collierville has been enjoying strong development activity in all sectors over the past several years, fueled by the area’s strong schools, low crime rate, plentiful amenities and an abundance of developable land.
23.
Southeast Shelby County Apartments Sell for $56M -
Friday, September 15, 2017
Preserve at Forest Creek, a sprawling southeast Shelby County apartment complex, has switched hands for more than $56 million.
In the deal, Blackstone, a New York City investment firm doing business as BRE Piper MF Forest Creek TN, sold the roughly 36-acre property to Columbus, Ohio-based investment management firm Coastal Ridge Real Estate doing business as PFC Memphis Borrowers for $56.6 million, according to a warranty deed filed on Sept. 14 with the Shelby County Register of Deeds.
24.
Wood Helps Memphis National Keep Business in the Fairway -
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Brian Wood is head golf professional at Memphis National Golf Club, a role in which he oversees a variety of functions related to the club's operations. Wood, a PGA professional and member of the Tennessee Section of the PGA of America, previously served as assistant golf professional at Windyke Country Club.
25.
IDI Gazeley Adding Two Spec Buildings -
Saturday, May 20, 2017
IDI Gazeley, Memphis’ leading industrial developer, has announced it will be adding two new buildings totaling nearly 2 million square feet to its Crossroads Distribution Center in Olive Branch.
26.
Events -
Friday, May 19, 2017
Germantown Community Theatre will present Ken Ludwig’s murder mystery “The Game’s Afoot” Friday, May 19, through June 4 at GCT, 3037 Forest Hill-Irene Road. Visit gctcomeplay.org for show times and tickets.
27.
IDI Gazeley Adding Two Spec Buildings -
Thursday, May 18, 2017
IDI Gazeley, Memphis’ leading industrial developer, has announced it will be adding two new buildings totaling nearly 2 million square feet to its Crossroads Distribution Center in Olive Branch.
28.
Events -
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Sierra Club Chickasaw Group will host a Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan update presentation Thursday, May 18, at 5:50 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. John Zeanah, deputy director of the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development, will discuss an overview of Memphis 3.0, the key findings so far, and a summary of community input received to date. Q&A will follow. Visit facebook.com/Chickasaw.Group for details.
29.
IDI Adding Two Spec Buildings Totaling Nearly 2 Million Square Feet -
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
IDI Gazeley, Memphis’ leading industrial developer, has announced it will be adding two new buildings totaling nearly 2 million square feet to its Crossroads Distribution Center in Olive Branch.
30.
Shelby County Schools Board Wants More Detail on Germantown Schools Offer -
Friday, May 12, 2017
Shelby County Schools board members want more information about the offer this month from Germantown leaders to buy Germantown Elementary, Middle and High Schools from SCS for $25 million.
The school board’s discussion in a committee session Thursday, May 11, included questions about school age population projections in the general area and how the “three Gs” – as they are known – becoming part of the Germantown Municipal School District would affect SCS school feeder patterns..
31.
Germantown Offers $25M for 3 SCS Schools -
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Germantown leaders made Shelby County Schools an offer Tuesday, May 2, of $25 million for Germantown Elementary, Middle and High schools – known as the “three Gs” – that remained part of SCS in the 2014 demerger of public education in Shelby County.
32.
Germantown Offers SCS $25 Million for 'Three Gs' Schools -
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Germantown city and school system leaders made Shelby County Schools an offer Tuesday, May 2, of $25 million for Germantown Elementary, Middle and High Schools – the school known as the “three Gs” that remained part of SCS in the 2014 demerger of public education in Shelby County.
33.
Events -
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in NovaCopy’s conference room, 7251 Appling Farms Parkway. Richard Hill of 901 Pest Control will present “Questions to Ask Your Pest Control Company.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.
34.
Last Word: Lawsons Exit, LaRose Lessons and No Medicaid Expansion This Year -
Thursday, April 6, 2017
The Lawson Brothers exit Tigers basketball seeking a release from the University of Memphis. The statement from Dedric and K.J. Lawson was all sweetness and light and apparently about as sincere as one of those interviews where players and coaches declare that if they will just play hard and put more points on the board than the other team then they should win.
35.
Germantown School Board Approves New School Site -
Thursday, April 6, 2017
The Germantown school board has approved a contract to buy 38 acres of land at Forest Hill-Irene Road and Poplar Pike for a new elementary school for 750 children.
The board, which voted on the contract Wednesday, April 5, also set terms for further negotiations to possibly buy Germantown Elementary and/or Middle schools from Shelby County Schools.
36.
The Week Ahead: April 3-9 -
Monday, April 3, 2017
This week, Memphis marks the 49th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s assassination with events at the National Civil Rights Museum and elsewhere. The Week Ahead also holds a look into the science of Overton Park’s Old Forest, a chance to support cancer research with Relay for Life, and much more...
37.
Superintendent Supports Germantown School Site -
Saturday, April 1, 2017
Germantown Municipal School District superintendent Jason Manuel has recommended 38 acres of land at Forest Hill-Irene Road and Poplar Pike for the site of a new elementary school with 40 classrooms for 750 students.
38.
Bartlett Weighs $60M Overhaul, Expansion of Bartlett High School -
Monday, April 3, 2017
A four-word phrase that appeared on a Power Point presentation at Bartlett High School last week was when the audience of 500 people appeared to buy into a $60 million plan to reconfigure the high school campus over the next three to four years.
39.
Germantown Superintendent Recommends School Site -
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Germantown Municipal School District superintendent Jason Manuel has recommended 38 acres of land at Forest Hill-Irene Road and Poplar Pike for the site of a new elementary school with 40 classrooms for 750 students.
40.
Griffin Joins Memphis in May To Lead Marketing Efforts -
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Robert Griffin has joined Memphis in May International Festival as director of marketing, a role in which he’s responsible for all marketing and communication programs, promotions, media and public relations, marketing research and sponsorship activation for the annual festival.
Griffin comes to Memphis in May with nearly 20 years’ experience in marketing and advertising.
41.
Germantown Community Theatre Looks for Sustainable Growth -
Thursday, March 2, 2017
From a philosophical perspective, Germantown Community Theatre artistic director Justin Asher says continued existence – and the theater is in its 46th season – is its own evidence.
“No matter what you call it, when theater communities come together to produce art for art’s sake, it’s a good thing,” he said.
42.
Events -
Thursday, February 23, 2017
The University of Memphis will host 2016 National Book Award winner Ibram Kendi for a discussion of his book “Stamped From the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America” Thursday, Feb. 23, at 6 p.m. in the University Center Theatre, 499 University St. A reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. Cost is free. Visit memphis.edu.
43.
Last Word: Travel Ban Protest, Other Trump React and Sierra Club Goes To Court -
Thursday, February 2, 2017
Grizz over the Nuggets in Denver Wednesday 119-99. The Tigers play USF in Tampa Thursday.
Another big crowd for a Memphis march, the second in less than two weeks including the Memphis Women’s March. The Wednesday march, focused on President Donald Trump’s immigration travel ban order, was smaller than that, but still sizeable and diverse.
44.
Temple Israel Expanding Into Crosstown Concourse -
Thursday, February 2, 2017
495 N Watkins St.
Memphis, TN 38104
Tenant: Temple Israel
Details: In a letter that went out to its congregation over the weekend, Temple Israel announced plans to expand into the Crosstown Concourse this summer.
Officials said the new Crosstown campus won’t be a second synagogue, but will instead enhance the Temple’s community outreach programs.
“We believe that Temple will thrive in Crosstown and that you, the members, will be truly amazed by the collaboration in the years ahead,” Temple Israel president Elkan Scheidt said in the email. “Crosstown’s creativity, innovation, and social-action focus aligns seamlessly with Temple and Reform Judaism’s inclusive philosophy.”
Temple Israel formed a preliminary Crosstown committee, which included Cara Greenstein, Alex Shindler, Daniel Kiel, Meggan Kiel, Bruce Landau, Susanne Landau, Joanna Lipman, Josh Lipman, Liz Rudnick and Elton Parker to discuss the move before deciding to sign a lease for a 1,200-square-foot “Midtown Living Room” in the Concourse.
“By offering countless programming and Tikkun Olam opportunities, Temple Israel Crosstown will bring the celebrated Temple Israel spirit of 38120 to 38104,” the announcement went on to say. “It will also become a new member gateway for unaffiliated Downtown/Midtown Jews and newcomers to Memphis.”
“Tikkun Olam, Hebrew for “repairing this broken world,” expresses the fundamental Jewish idea that what we do to heal the hurt and help those who are suffering most – in our city and in this world – is what matters most to the one God who loves us all,” Rabbi Micah Greenstein, senior rabbi at Temple Israel, said.
The email outlined some of the programs Temple Israel could offer in Crosstown, such as partnerships with their Crosstown neighbors, lunch and learns, baby-and-me classes, Hebrew tutoring and Women of Reformed Judaism-Sisterhood knitting for the Manna House.
Temple Israel, which is located at 1376 E. Massey Road, was founded in 1854 as the first permanent Jewish house of worship in Tennessee and now serves 1,500 member families in the Memphis area.
45.
Johnson Road Park Dropped As Germantown School Site -
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
The Germantown Municipal Schools board has dropped the idea of building a new elementary school in Johnson Park.
Meeting Monday, Jan. 30, the board narrowed its choices to three sites. One is on the north side of Poplar Avenue between Kimbrough and Oakleigh. The second is at Forest Hill-Irene Road and Poplar Pike, and the third is a parcel of land south of that.
46.
New Day Care Planned in Cordova -
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Contractor Grinder Haizlip Construction recently filed a $1.8 million building permit application with the city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement to build a new day care near the intersection of Forest Hill-Irene and Bazemore roads in Cordova.
47.
New Day Care Planned in Cordova -
Friday, January 27, 2017
Contractor Grinder Haizlip Construction recently filed a $1.8 million building permit application with the city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement to build a new day care near the intersection of Forest Hill-Irene and Bazemore roads in Cordova.
48.
Robinson Takes on Dual Roles At Campbell Clinic -
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Dr. James Robinson recently joined Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics in two roles: as the lead physician for the clinic’s new daytime walk-in program and as a sports medicine family practice doctor treating sports injuries for young athletes and weekend warriors.
The walk-in clinics are offered at all five Campbell Clinic locations, and Robinson staffs the program in the Germantown office.
49.
Village Shops of Forest Hill Sells for $37.1 Million -
Saturday, December 17, 2016
A 360,000-square-foot commercial retail center in Germantown recently was purchased by Epic Real Estate Partners acting as EREP Forest Hill I LLC for $37.1 million.
50.
Empty Seats -
Saturday, December 17, 2016
Shelby County Commissioner David Reaves can still see it clearly: “Take the whole map of the county and lay a grid on it. Then I’d like you to say, ‘Where’s the population? Where’s the projection?’ And then let’s strategically place schools all over the county based upon that and make them all of equal offerings.”
51.
Village Shops of Forest Hill Sold for $37.1 Million -
Thursday, December 15, 2016
9155 U.S. Highway 72
Germantown, TN 38138
Sale Amount: $37.1 million
Sale Date: December 2016
52.
Village Shops of Forest Hill Sold for $37.1 Million -
Monday, December 12, 2016
A 360,000-square-foot commercial retail center in Germantown was recently purchased by Epic Real Estate Partners acting as EREP Forest Hill I LLC for $37.1 million.
53.
Council Approves Two Downtown Hotels, Sets Vote on Dairy Expansion -
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Memphis City Council members approved two conversions of Downtown buildings into hotels Tuesday, Dec. 6, and set a Jan. 17 date for a public hearing and vote on expansion plans for the Turner Dairy in Overton Square.
54.
Council Approves Pair of Downtown Hotels, Sets January Vote on Dairy Expansion -
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Memphis City Council members approved two conversions of Downtown buildings as hotels Tuesday, Dec. 6, and set a Jan. 17 date for a public hearing and vote on expansion plans for the Turner Dairy in Overton Square.
55.
Two Hotel Projects Top Council Agenda -
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Two Downtown hotels top a planning and development-heavy agenda for the Tuesday, Dec. 2, session of the Memphis City Council.
The council votes on a special use permit for a 68-room luxury hotel at 477 S. Main St., in a building that until recently had been a graduate school for the Memphis College of Art.
56.
Events -
Thursday, December 1, 2016
The St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend kicks off with the Health & Fitness Expo on Thursday, Dec. 1, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Memphis Cook Convention Center, 255 N. Main St. Open to the public, the expo will feature nearly 100 exhibitors with the latest in all racing needs. Race day on Saturday, Dec. 3, will feature five races: the 5K and 10K starting at 7 a.m., the half-marathon and marathon at 8:30 a.m., and the kids marathon at 1:30 p.m. Visit stjudemarathon.org for details.
57.
Events -
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the University of Phoenix’s Memphis campus, 65 Germantown Court, first floor. Blight Authority of Memphis executive director Sheila Jordan Cunningham and Neighborhood Preservation Inc. president Steve Barlow will present “Fighting Blight in Memphis.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.biz or call Jo Garner at 901-482-0354.
58.
Crye-Leike Marks 40th Year in Business -
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
A Memphis original is celebrating its 40th year in business.
Memphis-based Crye-Leike Realtors Inc., which was started by principals Harold Crye and Dick Leike in 1977, now has 87 company-owned and 27 franchise offices in nine states with 3,200 sales associates.
59.
The Week Ahead: September 26-October 2 -
Monday, September 26, 2016
Hello, Memphis! This week kicks off with a presidential debate on the national stage. It wraps up with a hefty dose of bona fide blues, played on several stages much closer to home. And that’s just a taste of what you need to know about in The Week Ahead…
60.
Germantown Board OKs First Step Toward New School Land Purchase -
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
The city of Germantown has taken a first step toward the purchase of a little more than 30 acres of land for a new school.
The town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted Monday night to set aside $33,000 in earnest money and take through the end of January to give full consideration to the project.
61.
Germantown Moves on New School Site South of Poplar -
Friday, September 9, 2016
The city of Germantown is moving toward a contract on 33 acres of land south of Poplar Avenue for a new elementary school.
The Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen vote Monday, Sept. 12, on putting up $33,000 in earnest money toward the purchase of the property, which is on Winchester Road east of Forest Hill-Irene Road, from Regency Homebuilders LLC. The land abuts homes on the east side of Crestwyn Drive.
62.
Fogelman to Manage 10 Additional Properties -
Saturday, August 20, 2016
Memphis-based Fogelman Management Group has been awarded management of 10 new properties totaling more than 3,800 units. In Memphis, Fogelman will take over management of the 414-unit Preserve at Forest Creek and the 600-unit Greens of Irene.
63.
Events -
Friday, August 19, 2016
Stax Museum of American Soul Music will host the “Motown Black & White” exhibit Friday, Aug. 19, through Nov. 8 at 926 E. McLemore Ave. The temporary exhibit is composed of rare photos, promotional items and memorabilia from the personal collection of former Motown PR director Al Abrams. Visit staxmuseum.com.
64.
Last Word: Malco in South Main, Suburban Deadline and Chiwawa -
Thursday, August 18, 2016
The Malco movie theater in South Main is to begin construction in September, the latest piece of the Central Station development where construction of apartment units on the Front Street side of the property has been underway for some time.
65.
Fogelman Adds 10 Properties To Management Portfolio -
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Memphis-based Fogelman Management Group has been awarded management of 10 new properties totaling more than 3,800 units. In Memphis, Fogelman will take over management of the 414-unit Preserve at Forest Creek and the 600-unit Greens of Irene.
66.
Events -
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Stax Museum of American Soul Music will host the “Motown Black & White” exhibit Friday, Aug. 19, through Nov. 8 at 926 E. McLemore Ave. The temporary exhibit is composed of rare photos, promotional items and memorabilia from the personal collection of former Motown PR director Al Abrams. Visit staxmuseum.com.
67.
Largest Multifamily Sale Takes Place for $39.1M -
Thursday, August 18, 2016
8285 Irene Blvd.
Memphis 38125
Sale Amount: $39.1 million
Sale Date: Aug. 5, 2016
Buyer: WDC Greens Investment LLC and MEM Greens at Irene LLC
68.
Events -
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Tennessee Small Business Development Center will host a workshop on how to get started in government contracting Thursday, Aug. 18, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Renaissance Business Center, 555 Beale St. Learn about getting started in government contracting, types of contracts awarded, how to get one-on-one assistance and more. Cost is free; registration required. Visit tsbdc.org/training for details.
69.
Greens at Irene Apartments Sold for $39 Million -
Saturday, August 13, 2016
The Greens at Irene apartment community in southeast Memphis has sold for $39.1 million.
WDC Greens Investment LLC and MEM Greens at Irene LLC purchased the property from The Greens at Irene L.P. and the Greens at Irene Phase II L.P. in a Aug. 5 warranty deed.
70.
Last Word: SEC and GMF, Wiseacre's Growth and Apartment Action -
Thursday, August 11, 2016
The Securities and Exchange Commission has been investigating Global Ministries Foundation since mid-July. The revelation turned up Wednesday in a Memphis Federal Court filing by the receiver appointed to oversee and sell the Tulane and Warren apartments.
71.
Greens at Irene Apartments Sells for $39 Million -
Thursday, August 11, 2016
The Greens at Irene apartment community in southeast Memphis has sold for $39.1 million.
WDC Greens Investment LLC and MEM Greens at Irene LLC purchased the property from The Greens at Irene L.P. and the Greens at Irene Phase II L.P. in a Aug. 5 warranty deed.
72.
Events -
Friday, July 29, 2016
Tennessee’s sales tax holiday will take place Friday through Sunday, July 29-31. Shoppers can save nearly 10 percent on clothing, school and art supplies that cost $100 or less per item and computers that cost $1,500 or less. Visit tntaxholiday.com for details and lists of tax-exempt and taxable items.
73.
Events -
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Church Health Center will host an urban fusion dance workshop Thursday, July 28, at 6:30 p.m., and again on Saturday, July 30, at noon at Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Ave. Learn a hip-hop dance with a feel-good vibe from dance instructor Jaukeem Balcom. Open to ages 10 and older; cost is pay what you can. Contact Kristina Hall at hallkr@churchhealthcenter.org or 901-701-2241 for details or to register.
74.
4 Children Fatally Stabbed in Memphis; Mother Charged -
Saturday, July 2, 2016
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) – Four young children were stabbed to death in a gated apartment complex in suburban Memphis on Friday, and the Shelby County Sheriff's Department has charged their mother, Shanynthia Gardner, with first degree murder as well as other charges.
75. Chamber Names Simmons Director of Public Policy - Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Haley Simmons has joined the Greater Memphis Chamber as the director of public policy, a new position in the chamber’s community development department. In this role, Simmons will be focused on enhancing the chamber’s advocacy efforts to inform and engage its members on important policy issues, and he’ll also be responsible for growing the chamber’s role in education initiatives.
76. Last Word: Budget No Go, Largest Home Sale of 2016 and Crosstown Moves - Tuesday, June 21, 2016
The Shelby County Commission probably has enough votes to approve the funding in the county budget the Shelby County Schools system wants, which includes $24.7 million on new funding.
Yet after about four hours of discussion, the commission didn’t take votes on any budget resolutions or the county property tax rate resolution Monday.
77. Shelby County New Housing Market Improves in May - Monday, June 20, 2016
New home sales in Memphis and Shelby County were up 53 percent in May, with 69 recorded for the month compared with 45 recorded in May 2015. It marks the first increase in new housing activity since January.
78. Collierville FedEx Center Gets $12.7M Renovation - Saturday, June 18, 2016
Contractor Grinder & Haizlip Construction has filed a $12.7 million building permit for renovations at the FedEx World Technology Center in Collierville.
In January, the Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen ratified a 20-year payment-in-lieu-of-taxes incentive package for the FedEx center at 3860 S. Forest Hill-Irene Road.
79. Collierville FedEx Center Getting $12.7 Million Renovation - Thursday, June 16, 2016
3860 S. Forest Hill-Irene Road
Collierville, TN 38125
Permit Amount: $12.7 million
Owner: FedEx Corp.
Tenant: FedEx Corp.
Contractor: Grinder & Haizlip Construction
Details: Contractor Grinder & Haizlip Construction has filed a $12.7 million building permit for renovations at the FedEx World Technology Center in Collierville.
In January, the Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen ratified a 20-year payment-in-lieu-of-taxes incentive package for the FedEx center at 3860 S. Forest Hill-Irene Road.
A term of the PILOT agreement is that FedEx has to invest $40 million in real property and personal property upgrades.
The FedEx World Technology Center has been an economic driver for the city since its 16-acre campus opened in 1998. Currently, the tech hub is the largest employer in Collierville, with 2,500 total workers and a capacity for 3,200.
80. Collierville FedEx Center Gets $12.7M Renovation - Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Contractor Grinder & Haizlip Construction has filed a $12.7 million building permit for renovations at the FedEx World Technology Center in Collierville.
In January, the Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen ratified a 20-year payment-in-lieu-of-taxes incentive package for the FedEx center at 3860 S. Forest Hill-Irene Road.
81. Events - Friday, May 20, 2016
Germantown Community Theatre will present Paul Rudnick’s “I Hate Hamlet” Friday, May 20, through June 5 at GCT, 3037 Forest Hill-Irene Road. Buy tickets at gctcomeplay.org.
82. Events - Thursday, May 19, 2016
Shelby County Commissioner Van Turner will host a community town hall meeting Thursday, May 19, at 6 p.m. at Anointed Temple of Praise, 3939 Riverdale Road. The focus is the county government’s upcoming FY2017 budget proposal.
83. Events - Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Start Co. will offer small-business mentoring sessions Tuesday, May 17, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. This free program offers one-on-one counseling about starting or managing a small business. Visit memphislibrary.org for details.
84. Events - Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Memphis Child Advocacy Center will host its annual children’s memorial flag-raising on Wednesday, April 13, at noon on Civic Center Plaza outside Memphis City Hall, 125 N. Main St. The ceremony remembers Shelby County kids who have died as a result of abuse or neglect. Visit memphiscac.org.
85. Events - Tuesday, April 12, 2016
ArtsMemphis will hold a free workshop for organizations interested in Arts Build Communities grants on Tuesday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Hattiloo Theatre, 37 S. Cooper St. The grants are open to nonprofits and government entities seeking funding for artistic and cultural projects that benefit the community. Visit tn.gov for details.
86. Events - Friday, March 11, 2016
The Southern Women’s Show will be held Friday through Sunday, March 11-13, at Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. The show will feature shopping, cooking, makeovers, seminars and celebrity appearances. Hours are Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit southernshows.com for updates and advance discount tickets.
87. Germantown Community Theatre Seeking Donations for Expansion - Wednesday, March 2, 2016
The Germantown Community Theatre’s $1.5 million capital campaign has a clear theme: “Build, Grow, Expand.”
But GCT’s executive producer, Dr. Michael D. Miles, wants to make sure that the theater’s dedicated patrons understand that what they love most is not going to change.
88. Orleans at Walnut Grove Sells for $29.2 Million - Thursday, February 18, 2016
317 Royal Chartres Square E.
Cordova, TN 38018
Sale Amount: $29.2 million
Sale Date: Feb. 4, 2016
Buyer: PC Orleans LLC
89. Interactive Solutions Inc. Prepares to Celebrate 20 Years - Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Anniversaries can be perfunctory milestones in the life of a business, mile markers along the road to longevity that represent a cause for reflection on the past and future.
There’s a simple reason why for Jay Myers, preparing to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his videoconference technology company Interactive Solutions Inc., the milestone he’ll be celebrating is more momentous than that.
90. VIA Productions Acquires Beale Street Studios - Saturday, February 13, 2016
Memphis-based VIA Productions is moving forward with a plan to increase its presence in the Mid-South via the acquisition of Beale Street Studios, a full-service production studio that’s also giving VIA its new headquarters.
91. VIA Productions Acquires Beale Street Studios - Thursday, February 11, 2016
Memphis-based VIA Productions is moving forward with a plan to increase its presence in the Mid-South via the acquisition of Beale Street Studios, a full-service production studio that’s also giving VIA its new headquarters.
92. Events - Thursday, January 28, 2016
National Civil Rights Museum will host a meet-the-artist reception with “Cultural Heroes” sculptor Alan LeQuire on Thursday, Jan. 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Tennessee Gallery at NCRM, 450 Mulberry St. LeQuire’s exhibition will be on display through Feb. 25. Visit civilrightsmuseum.org.
93. Events - Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Tennessee Small Business Development Center will present a workshop titled “Free Tools That Can Help You Grow” Thursday, Jan. 28, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Renaissance Business Center, 555 Beale St. Learn about the free services and discounts available for TSBDC clients. Cost is free; registration required. Visit tsbdc.org/training for details.
94. Forest Hill Church Sells for $1.3 Million - Saturday, January 16, 2016
A Germantown church has sold for $1.3 million, according to a Jan. 4 warranty deed.
Forest Hill Baptist Church of Germantown Inc. sold the 14.4-acre property at 3645 Forest Hill-Irene Road to Harvest Church of Memphis.
95. Forest Hill Church Sells for $1.3 Million - Friday, January 15, 2016
A Germantown church has sold for $1.3 million, according to a Jan. 4 warranty deed.
Forest Hill Baptist Church of Germantown Inc. sold the 14.4-acre property at 3645 Forest Hill-Irene Road to Harvest Church of Memphis.
96. Germantown Names Federal Transportation Projects - Saturday, December 26, 2015
Three weeks after Congressional leaders in Washington agreed on a five-year Surface Transportation Program, the city of Germantown is among local governments moving quickly to identify how they intend to use the coming infusion of federal funding.
97. Germantown Names Federal Transportation Projects - Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Three weeks after Congressional leaders in Washington agreed on a five-year Surface Transportation Program, the city of Germantown is among local governments moving quickly to identify how they intend to use the coming infusion of federal funding.
98. Holiday Inn Express Ready To Rise Near Graceland - Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3411 Elvis Presley Blvd.
Memphis, TN 38116
Loan Amount: $4.8 million
99. Forest Hill Heights Plan Seeks Community Follow-Up - Saturday, December 12, 2015
Development and government leaders are in the process of crafting a broad development plan for Forest Hill Heights, an area located at the southwest corner of Forest Hill-Irene and Winchester roads.
100. Valenti Management To Open New Office - Saturday, December 12, 2015
New office space is coming to Germantown, as Valenti Management has filed a $1.2 million building permit application for a “new single-story corporate office” on Crestwyn Hills Drive.
Valenti owns and operates Wendy’s and Chili’s franchises across Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi, Pennsylvania and Missouri and has more than 4,500 employees. The vacant site at 9185 Crestwyn Hills Drive is east of Forest Hill-Irene Road and south of Crestwyn Hills Drive.